What We Do

We like to think of ourselves as the doula for the doulas and our mission is to spread awareness of doulas and raise their profile in maternity services. We aim to be an organisation that represents doulas in the wider community, who spreads the word about what we can do, how we can help. We are an organisation, dedicated to helping you succeed as a doula and as a business owner.

We do this by:
  • Providing outstanding training for aspiring doulas to become birth and postnatal doulas
  • Providing workshops and additional training for doulas
  • Provide a coaching programme for our members to become accredited
  • Having an outstanding directory service for our doulas to be discovered by parents-to-be
  • Creating a community of doulas on our social media platforms
  • Broadcasting The Doula Dispensary Podcast, providing up to date knowledge, news and scenario planning to our listeners
  • Offering business support for doulas
  • Sharing current evidence, topical and related reading materials to our members
  • Providing a platform for continuous professional development for all doulas 

The Benefits of Joining The Doula Association​

  • Get your personal profile in The Doula Directory, complete with event listings 
  • Receive a regular members newsletter with updates on practice guidelines and industry changes 
  • Have exclusive access to our private Facebook group to participate in discussions and stay up to date on local events, opportunities, and news 
  • Receive exclusive access to monthly continuous learning events with experienced experts in their field 
  • Access to an extensive digital portfolio including all the documents you need for your business 
  • Get a FREE mini course each year 
  • Be invited to join a calendar of doula socials events 
  • Be invited to the Doula Association Annual General Meeting and other special events 
  • Be allocated a local ambassador who will be your regional point of contact, who understands the unique issues in your area and have links with the local trusts 
  • Receive a membership pack including an ID badge to show proof of membership 
  • A discount on BGi personal liability and medical negligence insurance 
  • As a member you will be joining a supporting network of doulas across the UK (and beyond). As a founding member in this first year, you will have a unique opportunity to share your voice about the professional development of doulas.