Question 1 of 8
What draws you most to working with families?
Supporting parents day-to-day once the baby is home
Being present during birth and helping families feel steady
Teaching, explaining, and helping people understand what's happening
I feel drawn to all of it and don't know how to choose
Question 2 of 8
When you imagine yourself doing this work, what feels most natural?
Being in someone's home, offering hands-on support
Being on-call and responding when families need me
Standing in front of a group and guiding learning
I'm still trying to picture myself in any of these roles
Question 3 of 8
How does your current life look right now?
I need predictable hours and flexibility
I can manage irregular hours and being on call
I prefer scheduled classes and planned time commitments
I'm not sure yet what would work best
Question 4 of 8
What kind of support feels most meaningful to you?
Helping with recovery, feeding, sleep, and emotional support
Helping families through intense moments and big transitions
Helping people understand their options and feel prepared
I just know I want to help, but I'm not sure how
Question 5 of 8
What energizes you more?
One-on-one connection
Being part of a birth team
Teaching and facilitating learning
I'm still figuring that out
Question 6 of 8
How do you feel about structure and planning?
I like flexible routines and responding to needs as they come up
I'm okay with unpredictability
I enjoy planning, organizing, and teaching
Structure feels overwhelming right now
Question 7 of 8
What best describes your background?
Caregiving, parenting, nursing, or hands-on support roles
Support roles where you're present during high-stakes moments
Teaching, coaching, education, or group facilitation
None of these exactly, but I feel called anyway
Question 8 of 8
What's your biggest question right now?
"Could I really support families after birth?"
"Could I handle being present at births?"
"Could I teach and guide others well?"
"How do I even start?"