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Advanced Trainings
Advanced Comfort I Vancouver I April 29
This one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients.
Advanced Comfort Techniques I Calgary I June 2nd
This one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients.
Advanced Comfort I Edmonton I June 9
This one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients.
Advanced Comfort Techniques I Toronto I September 9
This one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients.
Advanced Comfort I Ottawa I September 29
This one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients.
Advanced Comfort Techniques I St John’s I Nov.18
This one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients.
Advanced Comfort Techniques I Saskatoon I Dec. 2nd
This one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients.
Advanced Comfort Techniques I Toronto I March 24
Make Lemonade 326 Adelaide Street West, Toronto, Ontario, CanadaThis one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients. It's a full and fun day of learning, with hands on lessons, tools to take home, and the space to connect with others as you build you confidence in lessons meant to […]
Advanced Comfort Techniques I Moncton I April 28
Moncton TBA Moncton, New Brunswick, CanadaThis one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients. It's a full and fun day of learning, with hands on lessons, tools to take home, and the space to connect with others as you build you confidence in lessons meant to […]
Advanced Comfort Techniques I Kelowna I May 24
This one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients. It's a full and fun day of learning, with hands on lessons, tools to take home, and the space to connect with others as you build you confidence in lessons meant to […]
Advanced Comfort Techniques I Ottawa I June 23
209 Hannah St, Vanier Ontario 209 Hannah St, Vanier, Ontario, CanadaThis one day workshop will help birthworkers (doulas, midwives, nurses, and others) develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients. It's a full and fun day of learning, with hands on lessons, tools to take home, and the space to connect with others as you build you confidence […]
Advanced Comfort Course I Toronto I Sept. 14
, CanadaThis one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients. Please read the full workshop description for full details of topics and inclusions. We look forward to training with you!
Advanced Comfort Techniques I St John’s I October 6th
This one day workshop will help birthworkers (doulas, midwives, nurses, and others) develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients. It's a full and fun day of learning, with hands on lessons, tools to take home, and the space to connect with others as you build you confidence […]
Advanced Comfort Techniques I Victoria I October 18
This one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients.
Advanced Comfort Techniques I Halifax I October 25
Halifax TBA Halifax, Nova Scotia, CanadaThis one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients. Please read the full workshop description for full details of topics and inclusions. We look forward to training with you! PLEASE NOTE: This is a Friday workshop from 9am to 5pm.
Advanced Comfort Techniques I Edmonton I Oct.26
, CanadaThis one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients. Please read the full workshop description for full details of topics and inclusions. We look forward to training with you!
Advanced Comfort Techniques I Thunder Bay I November 2
, CanadaThis one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients. Please read the full workshop description for full details of topics and inclusions. We look forward to training with you!
Advanced Comfort Techniques I Toronto I November 16
, CanadaThis one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients. Please read the full workshop description for full details of topics and inclusions. We look forward to training with you!
Advanced Comfort Techniques I Birth Mark I Toronto I February 28th
CSI Toronto 192 Spadina Ave, Toronto, Ontario, CanadaThis one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients. Please read the full workshop description for full details of topics and inclusions. We look forward to training with you!
London I Advanced Comfort Techniques for Labour I April 4
London TBA London, Ontario, CanadaThis one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients. Please read the full workshop description for full details of topics and inclusions. Topics include: - psychological comforts - the endocrine system and comfort pathways - breathwork and prep practices - physical […]
Saskatoon I Advanced Comfort Techniques for Labour I May 3
This one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients. Please read the full workshop description for full details of topics and inclusions. Topics include: - psychological comforts - the endocrine system and comfort pathways - breathwork and prep practices - physical […]
Vancouver I Advanced Comfort I Sept. 19, 2020 POSTPONED
This one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients. Please read the full workshop description for full details of topics and inclusions. Topics include: - psychological comforts - the endocrine system and comfort pathways - breathwork and prep practices - physical […]
Advanced Comfort I Ottawa I Sept. 20th, 2020 POSTPONED
This one day workshop will help birth workers develop a deeper knowledge of the multiple ways they can encourage comfort for labouring clients. Please read the full workshop description for full details of topics and inclusions. Topics include: - psychological comforts - the endocrine system and comfort pathways - breathwork and prep practices - physical […]
Implicit Bias in Birth Work | February 7 @ 6:30pm
, CanadaThis 90-minute webinar will provide an intersectional anti-racist presentation on what implicit bias is, how this relates to the social determinants of health, and how bias manifests in healthcare and pregnancy/perinatal/postpartum care. Using scenarios and role-playing, the workshop will generate strategies for identifying bias in oneself, and strategies for disrupting it without causing additional stress […]
Perinatal Educator | VIRTUAL | February 18, 2023
, CanadaJoin our experienced Doula Canada instructors for your online educator training! Client-centered and trauma-informed this workshop will go over the materials covered in our typical one-day "in-person" workshop and creates the opportunity for DTC members to sit and hold space with our experienced team of instructors. The workshop will be held via Zoom from 10:00 […]
WEBINAR: Marketing 101- Taking the first steps with your birth business | Monday April 24, 7:30pm
, CanadaMarketing 101- Taking the first steps with your birth business with Jessica Palmquist Monday, April 24, 7:30 pm (60-90min) There’s no ‘one size fits all’ for Doulas when it comes to marketing and running a business and before you decide that digital marketing is right for you, you need to understand what digital marketing is, […]
Evidence-Based Research for Birthworkers | APRIL 25 @ 6:30 PM
, CanadaThis 90-minute webinar will show you how to compile evidence-based research and summarize it for your client's specific needs. We will cover turning client issues and concerns into research questions, creating good keyword searches, and strategies for making research accessible to non-medical people. This is a vital topic for birthworkers because comprehensive, evidence-based information is […]
LUNCH & LEARN: THE BUSINESS OF FERTILITY | MAY 11 12:00 PM EST
, CanadaLunch & Learn: The Business of Fertility with Jessica Palmquist Thursday, May 11, 12:00 pm-1:00 pm EST In Canada and across the world fertility support has become a business. One that is lucrative for many fertility-focused organizations from Assisted Reproductive Technologies to fertility clinics, to surrogacy agencies, are unregulated and make money from individuals using […]
WEBINAR: Doula Support and Assisted Reproductive Technology with Jessica Palmquist I May 29th @ 7:30pm EST
, CanadaSupporting Clients through Assisted Reproductive Technology Webinar Date: Monday, May 29, 7:30 pm EST (90min) This webinar is designed to provide Doulas and Reproductive Health Support Specialists with additional information and knowledge on supporting clients who access Artificial Reproductive Technology (ART) support along their fertility journey to 'grow' their family. Every fertility journey is unique, […]
WEBINAR: Doula Support for External Reproductive Organs & Fertility | June 26
, CanadaJoin DTC’s Fertility Coordinator and Program Instructor Jessica Palmquist as she discusses Doula Support for individuals who have external reproductive organs and men’s fertility. Fertility is not one-sided and fertility conversations should extend equally to external reproductive organs and male-identified fertility as much as discussions around internal reproductive organs and fertility for those with a […]
WEBINAR- Gender-Based Violence Can Happen to Care Workers: What You Need to Know
Virtual , CanadaHave you ever received communication from a potential client that made you feel uncomfortable, but couldn’t quite put a finger on why? Would you know what steps to take if you felt unsafe in a client’s home? Who can you reach out to about problem clients? Gender-based violence (GBV) can happen to workers in feminized […]
COSTA RICA TRAINING RETREAT 2024
Costa Rica Playa Azul, Costa RicaJoin Doula Canada in Costa Rica for 50+ hours of Birth and Postpartum Doula training, plus a retreat that will provide connection, collaboration, and inspired passion! Have you ever considered becoming a doula but find it hard to focus on studies in your ‘real’ life? Maybe a Doula Retreat Training is right for YOU?! Become BOTH a Birth […]
Supporting Men’s Lactation Like a Boss
Virtual , CanadaSupporting Men’s Lactation Like a Boss Helping Your Trans Men & Trans Masc Clients Realize Their Feeding Goals Objectives: Feeding and lactation issues are among the most significant challenges faced by new parents. How do we build the confidence to answer trans men and transmasculine non-binary birthers’ questions about feeding options? The vast majority of […]