Inclusive Postpartum Doula Training – 30 Hours Online
Families need you now — and with a nationwide shortage of postpartum doulas, this training prepares you to meet the demand, qualify for HSA reimbursement, and step confidently into a high-impact role.
Early Bird Pricing through January 15 —
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Tuition: $399 before January 15 ($499 after)
Start Date: January 25, 2026
Become a BirthPro Postpartum Doula
Why Now Is the Time
There’s never been a greater need for skilled postpartum doulas. Families are searching for trusted support, healthcare systems are opening doors to trained providers, and in many states, doulas can now receive Medicaid or HSA reimbursement. If you’re ready to stand out, earn more opportunities, and serve families with inclusive, trauma-informed care, BirthPro’s Postpartum Doula Training will give you the skills, credibility, and confidence to do it.
Led by Lorie Michaels, CD(DONA), LCCE, CLC, BRMPro+, PMH-C
A doula, educator, and mentor with 20+ years of experience supporting hundreds of families and training the next generation of birth professionals. Lorie blends evidence-based skills with trauma-informed, inclusive care so you feel confident, prepared, and supported from day one.
What You’ll Learn
This 30-hour blended learning program equips you to:
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Provide inclusive, culturally humble postpartum support for diverse families
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Support newborn care, feeding, and family adjustment with skill and confidence
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Integrate Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) to support emotional wellness
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Advocate effectively within systems like WIC, Medicaid, and home visiting programs
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Build a sustainable, client-attracting doula practice rooted in compassion and community impact
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Align with MassHealth (Medicaid) Doula Provider standards to qualify for more opportunities
More Than a Certification
This Is Your Launchpad
BirthPro’s training is designed for doulas who want to go beyond the basics. Alongside your certification, you’ll receive:
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Weekly live coaching with our blended learning platform
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Evidence-based postpartum care strategies
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Real-world advocacy tools & system navigation know-how
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Emotional wellness techniques for you and your clients (EFT integration)
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A supportive community of fellow birth workers
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Practical business foundations to help your work thrive
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Invitations to ongoing trainings to keep your skills sharp
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A BirthPro Postpartum Doula Badge for your website & socials
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A MassHealth Doula Competency Attestation Letter (for applicable states)
Special offer for BirthPro Doulas!
How can you help families in your community get evidence based care?
Here’s the deal: You and I both want evidence based care to be the “norm” for birthing families in our community. But on average, it takes 15 to 20 years for evidence to be put into practice. This situation is totally unacceptable! How can we speed up that gap so that families can get that care right here, right now?
Learn how to be a change agent in your community… and then also get the support you need right here in the Evidence Based Birth® professional membership. Standard membership is $69 monthly. BirthPro doula graduates can sign up for EBB Pro for only $29 per month for the first year! Savings of $480!
Certification Requirements
To earn your BirthPro Postpartum Doula Certification, you’ll need to:
✅ Complete all course modules and quizzes within 6 months of your start date
✅ Complete "Black Brilliance: A Culturally Responsive Anti-Racism Doula Training" module within 6 months of your start date (included in enrollment)
✅ Provide hands-on support for 3 postpartum families (volunteer or paid)
✅ Hold a current Infant/Child CPR certification
✅ Submit a short reflection for each family supported (guidelines provided)
Upon Completion, You’ll Receive:
🎓 A BirthPro Certificate of Completion (30-hour training)
🏅 A digital BirthPro Postpartum Doula Badge
📄 A MassHealth Doula Competency Attestation Letter (where applicable)
📚 Evidence Based Birth® professional membership discount
Who is this not for?
Our programs are grounded in birth equity, full-spectrum care, and inclusive community-building. If you’re unwilling to support LGBTQ+ families, affirm abortion as part of reproductive care, or examine personal and systemic biases—including racism, transphobia, and cultural appropriation—this may not be the training for you.
We welcome all who come with openness, humility, and a commitment to learning in community.
Who this is for:
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New or aspiring doulas ready to begin their practice.
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Parents, caregivers, or helpers who want professional postpartum skills.
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Anyone seeking inclusive, evidence-based, trauma-informed doula training.
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People who learn best with live support, mentorship, and community.
Already trained? → Check out our Mentoring page
Ready to start your new adventure?
Join our professional doula community and grow with live coaching, peer support, and continuing education. Led by Lorie Michaels, CD(DONA), LCCE, CLC — 20+ years mentoring doulas with trauma-informed, inclusive care.
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