DONA INTERNATIONAL & WASHINGTON STATE APPROVED BIRTH DOULA TRAINING
DONA INTERNATIONAL & WA STATE APPROVED BIRTH DOULA TRAINING
WANT TO BECOME A DOULA? LET'S GO!
Get ready to have fun, gain confidence, learn, and build community with others who share the same goals! Birth Doula YOUR Way workshops are all currently being held virtually via Zoom which allows for you to attend from anywhere. I draw on my 20+ years as as an engaging perinatal educator in Seattle, Washington to create interactive, engaging, learning activities and build community that leaves participants deeply satisfied and feeling both confident and excited about starting (or continuing) their birth doula journey. This workshop is approved and accepted for both DONA International and Washington State Birth Doula Certification.
If you have any questions about how I can make the magic happen for you as you work toward becoming a doula, feel free to book a short convo with me so that I can share information about what you can expect.
What to expect from our Birth Doula Training:
Interactive and engaging learning activities for every kind of learner. No boring Powerpoint presentations and “talking heads” style learning. We utilize a wide and diverse set of activities that offers so many ways to take in information that you will not have to worry about being bored! Even in the virtual workshops! You will simply have fun! So much fun!
Information delivered in a way that makes it stick - so you can remember it long after your workshop ends and when you need it most, while supporting a client.
A robust DONA International workshop manual, a custom workbook to accompany our training and an additional comprehensive Doula YOUR Way supplementary online platform filled with resources and information that you will continue to have access to after the workshop is completed.
My gift to you! Required book "Pregnancy, Childbirth & The Newborn" is INCLUDED in your registration fee! Workshop attendees will receive their own copy of "Pregnancy, Childbirth & The Newborn", a required text for the workshop and for DONA Certification. Get your individual e-book link shortly after registering, so you can get started on reading right away!
Your workshop registration meets five of the requirements for DONA International Birth Doula Certification. My training is approved for Washington State Birth Doula Certification applications and accepted by many midwifery schools as meeting their prerequirements, including Bastyr University.
DONA-Approved Birth Doula Training Workshop
Intro to Childbirth Education for Doulas Workshop
Lactation Support for Doulas Workshop
Completion of The Birth Partner AND Pregnancy, Childbirth & the Newborn (start this required reading anytime, even now!) & Initiation of Resource List
Virtual Birth Doula Workshops
Choose between a 4 DAY INTENSIVE WORKSHOP or 4 WEEKLY SESSIONS
There are benefits to the different workshop formats - depending on your needs, your time frame, learning styles and other commitments and responsibilities. Each workshop is identical in hours and content, so choose four consecutive days or once a week for four weeks, your preference. Reach out if you need help deciding which will work best for you. I am happy to support you in making the right choice!
4 DAY TRAINING
Intensive Doula Trainings take place on 4 consecutive weekdays from 8AM - 5:30PM PT.
The content, price and workshop total hours are exactly the same in the intensive and the four week!
FEE: $797 > get the details
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
REGISTER NOW November 12 - 15, 2024
REGISTER NOW December 16 - 19, 2024
REGISTER NOW January 14 - 17, 2025
REGISTER NOW March 11 - 14, 2025
REGISTER NOW June 10 - 13, 2025
REGISTER NOW September 9 - 12, 2025
REGISTER NOW November 4 - 7, 2025
REGISTER NOW December 9 - 12, 2025
4 WEEK TRAINING
These Doula Trainings take place over a 4 week period with weekly sessions from 8AM - 5:30PM PT.
The content, price and workshop total hours are exactly the same in the intensive and the four week!
FEE: $797 > get the details
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
REGISTER NOW Thursdays, February 6 - 27, 2025
REGISTER NOW Thursdays, April 3 - 24, 2025
REGISTER NOW Wednesdays, July 9 - 30, 2025
REGISTER NOW Wednesdays, October 8 - 29, 2025
I am committed to increasing diversity in the doula profession for doulas who come from marginalized and under-resourced communities.
Limited scholarship funding is reserved for doulas who self-identify as LGBTQIA+ and/or People from the Global Majority (BIPOC) and when participation in my training would not be possible without financial assistance. Early application is encouraged.
Your Doula Training Includes:
BIRTH: THE BIG PICTURE
Develop a broader understanding of birth with a historical, evidence-based, and informed equity lens.
INCLUDES:
The significance of birth
Perinatal trends - past & present
Anti-racism overview
Cultural humility
Benefits of doula attended births
Best practices and current evidence
Labor and Birth
Everything you need to know to be an informed & effective birth doula through labor and birth.
INCLUDES:
Doula support during labor and birth
Labor and pushing positions
Comfort and coping techniques
Labor variations, medical protocols and procedures
Pain medication options and the doula role
Cesarean and VBAC support
Hospitals and birth center / home birth
Supporting clients with unexpected outcomes
CLIENT CARE
Develop skills to provide effective support for new families from pregnancy through postpartum.
INCLUDES:
Doula communication skills
Effective prenatal & postpartum relationships
Early parent/baby support
Partners & the support team
Working with medical providers
DOULA BUSINESS
Launch and manage your new doula business with confidence.
INCLUDES:
Doula business structures from solo practice to agency
Doula Marketing & finding your niche
Doula ethics and standards of practice
Professional values and boundaries
Provider relationships and the doula
Certification processes and steps
Perinatal resources & referrals
BONUS RESOURCES
We know that the best possible way to begin your doula career is with a training that is fun, engaging, and truly above and beyond your expectations. That's why you will also enjoy PLENTY of bonus resources with your doula training!
A doula bag starter kit filled with tools to use with your birth clients, PLUS a bag with fun learning activities for use during the workshop and later with clients. There's even some cool doula swag!
New for 2024! Required book "Pregnancy, Childbirth & The Newborn" is INCLUDED in your registration fee!
Workshop continuing education hours accepted by perinatal training organizations
A unique and diverse cohort of doula colleagues
Weekly doula office hours to connect, troubleshoot, debrief, plan and receive support from me!
MENTORING SUPPORT
ONGOING MENTORING = CONFIDENT NEW DOULAS
We are NOT meant to do this work alone! You'll emerge from your doula training with a wonderful community of support AND expert ongoing mentoring to ensure you are able to apply the skills you learn with confidence.
Access to private community group.
Ongoing activities and meetings for alumni Doula YOUR Way workshop participants.
Weekly office hours for Q&A or birth processing (this support is key for new and experienced doulas as you attend births).
Access to my extensive network of perinatal professionals and resources for you and your clients.
Continued support through your DONA certification process.
Alumni discount for advanced doula trainings to grow your practice.
Special pricing on doula tools & supplies from my online store.
Practical information and support on running a doula business so you can start off strong and avoid many potential pitfalls!
Both a cheerleader and someone to hold you accountable for taking the steps needed to be a successful doula.
Referrals to potential clients.
WHY CHOOSE A BIRTH DOULA TRAINING WITH SHARON MUZA?
EXPERIENCE
I have trained over 3000 people to become birth doulas since 2006 and look forward to continuing to support many more on the same journey.
YOUR TRAINER IS A DOULA
I still actively attend births as a doula, and have a successful, vibrant doula practice in Seattle, Washington. I have supported approximately 600 families through all types of situations and these experiences flavor my workshops with impactful stories and case studies.
CREATIVE
My birth doula training curriculum received the 2020 Innovative and Creative Workshop Award from DONA International.
EQUITY LENS
I recognize the impact that disparities and systemic and institutional racism have on maternal and neonatal experiences and outcomes, and offer many opportunities for applying learning and skill building into every workshop so that this can be addressed in our birth work.
EVIDENCE-BASED
I write a professional perinatal blog for Lamaze International that examines best practice and evidence based research on perinatal topics. I use this knowledge to deliver workshop content that is relevant and up to date and supports better birth outcomes.
EXPERT GUIDANCE
My extensive network of colleagues, that spans the globe, are experts on a variety of subjects related to maternal infant health. I invite them to join your workshops as guest lecturers to offer you the opportunity to hear different voices and from recognized leaders.
INCLUSIVE
I welcome and celebrate diversity and individuality. I am committed to maintaining a learning environment that is a safe space to celebrate all abilities, identities, national origins, religions, ages, sexual orientation, gender/gender expression, ethnicities, body types and military status.
ONGOING SUPPORT
I offer collaboration and support after your workshop ends. I invite you to participate in ongoing facilitated peer to peer support groups (in person and virtual) along with other continuing education opportunities as you start to take the next steps after completing your initial workshop.
DOULA CERTIFICATION
I am committed to providing support as you navigate and complete the DONA International & state birth doula certification process.
HUMOR
I want our workshops to be fun and filled with laughter.
DONA International is a preferred certifying organization of choice of the companies that are providing doula reimbursement to their employees. Additionally, TriCare military insurance offers reimbursement when the doula is certified with DONA International. Carrot accepts DONA certification for client coverage and, more and more states are offering Medicaid coverage for doula services and DONA certification is one of the recognized certifying bodies by many states including Washington State.
INVESTMENT: $797
Payment is required in full or two equal payments with the final payment due 14 days prior to the workshop start date. If you register less than 14 days from the start of your workshop, full registration is due.
EQUITY SCHOLARSHIPS
I am committed to increasing diversity in the doula profession for doulas who come from marginalized and under-resourced communities.Limited scholarship funding is reserved for doulas who self-identify as LGBTQIA+ and/or People from the Global Majority (BIPOC) and when participation in my training would not be possible without financial assistance. Funding is limited so early application is encouraged. APPLY FOR EQUITY FUNDING HERE.
REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY
There are no refunds if you are unable to attend or complete the workshop. You may transfer your registration to another workshop I offer in the next 12 months for a small fee if plans change 15 days or more from the workshop start date. After that, there are no refunds. You can read more about the cancellation and transfer policy here.
