Description
Physiology of pregnancy;
How the maternity care system is organised in the Netherlands / protocols and guidelines;
Required reading list:
- The Doula Book by Klaus, Kennel, Klaus and/or Dutch book: De Doula Saskia Bruyn and Thea van Tuyl
- Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth By Ina May Gaskin
- The Birth Partner By Penny Simkin
- Heart and Hands by Elizabeth Davis
Recommended reading list:
- A-Z For a Healthy Pregnancy and Natural Childbirth by Jacky Bloemraad-De Boer
- The Thinking Woman’s Guide to a Better Birth by Henci Goer
- Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering by Sarah J. Buckley
- Birthing From Within OR Ancient Map for Modern Birth By Pam England
Topics covered in the BiA Doula Foundation Training – Level 1 include:
- Role of the doula
- Communication
- Physiology of childbirth
- Hormones of Birth
- Mechanics of birth
- Phases of birth & how to support as a doula
- Role of the doula with partners, family members, children
- Immediate postpartum
- Informed consent/informed choice
- Self Care (for birth workers)
- Internship and Certification process
- Steps for starting your doula business
Hands on techniques include:
- Intention/Touch
- Counter pressure, stroking
- Acupressure
- Rebozo
- Role play
- Active listening
- Reflection / interaction
