Doula Training

The first of its kind in Ireland, this doula course will provide all of the training and mentoring necessary for you to support pregnant people and their families and from conception, pregnancy labour birth and the early postpartum in the Irish maternity system.

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Areas of study

  • Anatomy
  • Maternity Services
  • Interventions
  • C-Section
  • Antenatal Support
  • Pain Coping Strategies
  • Referrals
  • Supporting the doula
  • Breastfeeding support
  • Supporting the partner
  • Support in Early Labour
  • Support in Active Labour
  • Support during birth
  • Postnatal Visit
  • Special Circumstance

Brochure

Course objectives

  • This doula training will cover the theory of anatomy and hormonal activity during pregnancy labour and birth along with hands-on training on how to support early labour at home and in hospital, how to support active labour, how to support birthing a baby both vaginally and via c birth. It will also look at support during an induction process and the support required in the immediate postpartum including a significant discussion of breastfeeding.
  • This course is unique in that it will focus entirely on what women and doulas face in the Irish maternity system and is entirely focused around our care models, both in hospital in midwifery-led units and at home. The course will look at how to support not just birthing people but also other families by making choices surrounding interventions and we will also assess why interventions may be necessary. With one-third of Ireland giving birth via C-birth, there will be a significant emphasis on C-birth and VBAC support.
  • Finally, this course will introduce a mentoring program and detail on how to get started and working as a doula in Ireland including listing on an elbowroom recommended doula directory.

Investment

The investment for this training is TBC

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September 2020
9th / 10th / 11th

Pre-requisite

To apply for this training we ask students to display a passion for pregnancy brith and learning. A keen interest in supporting families through the pregnancy and birthing journey and beyond.

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Lisa Wilkinson

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I left the corporate world in a blaze of glory 15 years ago after reading the idiots guide to managing stress. Idea Number 32 said – if everything else fails run away. And that is what I did. After being a director of marketing strategy for one of Irelands most profitable start up tech businesses, I ran away to teach yoga in the Bahamas.

Now I am a mum to Tuilelaith and Sean first and foremost. They are my pride and joy. I do however love working. And I love The elbowroom. I am very proud of what my amazing team have accomplished over the years and wish to share that with you.

My speciality is working with families. Through pregnancy, birth and child development. Using yoga, workshops and individual therapies I have worked with hundreds of families over the last 13 years.

The rest of my time is spent mothering 40 plus staff and teachers, being a yoga teacher, Pilates teacher, Cranio sacral therapist, Pregnancy yoga teacher, Teacher Trainer, Doula, Crochet Queen and playing the cello …badly.

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