Student Doula Program
Student Doulas are Doulas that have taken a doula training or doula certification course but still need in person doula experience! These doulas have also been apart of the Bee's Birth Academy Mentorship, Taken & Passed a Doula Knowledge exam with a 80% or better, & have showcased overwhelming passion for birth work!
How the Student Doula Program Works
These Student Doulas in Training have an array of different backgrounds and life experiences that have led them down the path of becoming a birth worker. Working very closely with BriAnna BSN, RN, CD, CEO/Founder of Bee The Doula, LLC, these Doulas have been well trained & are closely mentored throughout supporting any clients they take under this program to assist them with any questions or barriers they may run into as they navigate the world of being a Doula!
Interested & ready to get started?
Step 1: Schedule a consultation & Fill out an Intake Form. Feel free to visit one of the Student Doula's bios below to and get to know them!
Step 2: Sign an agreement form & pay a deposit!
Step 3: Get Started on your journey with your birth tour guide!
Interested in being a Student Doula or training with Bee's Birth Academy?
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Requirements: Passion for working with families giving birth, BLS CPR Certified, Food Handler Certified, Blood Borne Pathogens Certified (Links to take classes provided).
Student Doula Packages
LEVEL 1 PACKAGE
$550
Prenatal Expectations:
Minimum of 1 Prenatal Visit at their home & Minimum of 1 Prenatal Care Visit attendance with Midwives (preferably no later than 36 week appointment); The Student Doula is welcome to more visits if both parties desire so.
Birth Expectations:
Early labor support at client’s home until client is showing signs of late active labor/transition. Notify birth center midwives and get the client to the place of birth.
LEVEL 2 PACKAGE
$650
Prenatal Expectations:
Minimum of 1 Prenatal Visit at the client home & Minimum of 1 Prenatal Care Visit attendance with Midwives (preferably no later than 36 week appointment); The Student Doula is welcome to more visits if both parties desire so.
Birth Expectations:
Early labor support at client’s home until client is showing signs of late active labor/transition. Notify birth center midwives and get the client to the place of birth.
Postpartum Expectations:
Minimum of 1 Postpartum Visit at the client home & Minimum of 1 Postpartum Care Visit attendance with Midwives or Lactation Consultant
LEVEL 3 PACKAGE
$750
Prenatal Expectations:
Minimum of 2 Prenatal Visit at the client home & Minimum of 1 Prenatal Care Visit attendance with Midwives (preferably no later than 36 week appointment); The Student Doula is welcome to more visits if both parties desire so.
Birth Expectations:
Early labor support at client’s home until client is showing signs of late active labor/transition. Notify birth center midwives and get the client to the place of birth.
Postpartum Expectations:
Minimum of 2 Postpartum Visit at the client home & Minimum of 1 Postpartum Care Visit attendance with Midwives or Lactation Consultant
Student Postpartum Doula Rates
Daytime Rate (7am - 7pm): 25$/ Hour
Nighttime (7pm - 7am): 27$/ Hour
Services of a Postpartum Doula
A Postpartum Doula works with each family individually to find out their particular needs. Some of the postpartum services that a doula will perform include:
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Breastfeeding support
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Help with the emotional and physical recovery after birth
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Light housekeeping so that mom does not feel so overwhelmed
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Running errands (as needed)
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Assistance with newborn care such as diapering, bathing, feeding and comforting
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Light meal preparation
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Baby soothing techniques
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Sibling care (as needed)
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Referrals to local resources such as but not limited to parenting classes, pediatricians, lactation support and other parenting support groups
MEET THE STUDENT DOULAS
Your Birth Is Your Birth