
Postpartum
Certification
To be certified as a CDI Birth Doula you need to pass an open book certification examination that is based on the materials covered in your training/retreat. All certification candidates must be over the age of 18 and must be physically able to perform the hands-on comfort measures demonstrated in the training.
A
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Complete Postpartum Doula Training (in-person or virtually)
B
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Complete a blood borne pathogens course
C
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Obtain CPR certification
D
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Create a local resource list for clients:
Therapists
Social workers
Pelvic floor specialists
Physical therapists
Lactation Consultants
Chiropractors
Massage therapists
Acupuncturists
Energy healers
Sleep coaches
Feeding specialist
Pediatric Dentists
Pediatricians
E
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Pass open book examination with 85% or higher
F
Optional (but recommended)
Read books from recommend book list
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The Fourth Trimester
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The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother
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Nurture
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Eat to Feed
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The Postpartum Recovery Program
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The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding
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Ina May’s Guide to Breastfeeding
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Work.Pump.Repeat
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Optional 30 minute consultation with your trainer within the first 30 days of your training (no charge)
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Join our private facebook group for ongoing support
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Set up additional consult sessions to start you postpartum journey ($75 per 30 minutes)
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