Learn to support families with confidence, clarity, and care.
This workshop is for people who want to become steady, capable, postpartum doulas.
You may be here because something keeps tugging at you
You care about families.
You notice how vulnerable the postpartum period is.
You can see how much support matters once everyone else goes home.
And at the same time, you may be wondering:
- Am I really qualified to do this?
- What if I say the wrong thing?
- What am I actually allowed to do?
- How do I support families without overstepping?
- How do I feel confident charging for this work?
Many people feel called to postpartum support long before they feel ready.
That clarity is exactly what this workshop provides.
“I didn’t realize how much I needed help understanding my role until I was learning it.” – Postpartum Doula Student
This Workshop Prepares you for Postpartum Work
This is not about perfection or collecting a certificate.
It’s about walking into real homes, with real families, and knowing how to show up.
Essentials you will learn:
- Stay within scope
- Support without fixing
- Communicate calmly with overwhelmed families
- Listen without judgement
- Trust your own judgment
- Feel legitimate in your role
Information alone does not create confidence.
Practice, reflection, and context do.
This workshop was designed to provide all three.
What you will learn in this workshop
- Understand the postpartum doula role clearly
- Feel grounded in scope, ethics, and boundaries
- How to explain your role clearly
- Supporting infants and parents in this time of intense learning
- Hands-on support skills
- Newborn care & feeding basics
- Supporting mom’s recovery
- Communication that builds trust
- Preparing for ICEA Certification
One student described it simply:
“I finally felt like I knew what I was doing.”
That feeling matters.
Why BabyMatters teaches this differently
This is not rushed.
And it is not overwhelming.
Debbie teaches the way people actually learn.
What makes this workshop different:
- Small group learning
- Hands-on practice
- Real-life examples
- Gentle repetition
- Clear explanations of why things matter
- Room for questions without judgment
As students often say,
“She makes the complicated feel doable.”
That is intentional.
How the workshop works
In-Person Workshops
Length: 3 full days
Teaching style: Hands-on, interactive learning with real-time discussion, shared practice, and supportive connection in the room.
Materials: Student workbook provided
Certification: This workshop is one requirement for the ICEA Postpartum Doula Certification.
Virtual Workshops
Length: 20 hours of class split into 4-6 sessions.
Teaching style: Guided, well-paced learning with clear explanations, space for questions, and steady support throughout.
Materials: Digital Workbook provided
Certification: This workshop is one requirement for the ICEA Postpartum Doula Certification.
Investment
In-Person
- $800 Early Bird
- $950 Standard Rate
Virtual
- $600 Early Bird
- $700 Standard Rate
A Workshop Built for You
This workshop is a good fit if you:
- Feel called to support postpartum families
- Want clear, ethical training
- Don’t want to feel rushed or overwhelmed
- Value evidence-based, compassionate care
- Want to feel confident, not just certified
Many students are:
- Career changers
- Parents or grandparents
- Nurses or educators
- Caregivers with lived experience
- People starting something new
You do not need to have it all figured out. You just need to start.
What Past Students Share
“She helped me see my worth.”
“I felt encouraged, not overwhelmed.”
“It changed how I saw myself.”
“She stayed present and supportive throughout.”
These are consistent reflections, not exceptions.
About Debbie
Debbie has spent decades teaching, mentoring, and supporting families and birthworkers.
She brings lived experience, humility, and deep respect for this work.
Students often describe her as a mentor before a teacher.
Someone who helps you trust yourself while you learn.
That is the heart of BabyMatters.
Common questions
Do I need experience?
No. This workshop is designed for beginners and returning caregivers.
Is this certification?
This workshop begins your path toward ICEA certification and provides clear next steps.
What if I feel nervous?
That’s normal. This is a learning space designed to support you.
What if I’m not sure yet?
You don’t need certainty. You’ll gain clarity through learning.
Families deserve postpartum support that is calm, respectful, and well-prepared.
If you feel called to offer that kind of care, this workshop is a strong place to begin.