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DONA Birth Doula Training

Research is clear that continuous emotional and physical support is making some of the most significant differences in labour and birth outcomes for mothers and babies.

The word "Doula" comes from the ancient Greek meaning "a woman who serves" and is now used to refer to a trained and experienced professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before, during, and just after birth.

A Birth Doula

• Recognizes birth as a key experience the mother will remember all her life
• Understands the physiology of birth and the emotional needs of a woman in labour
• Assists the woman in preparing for an carrying out her plans for birth
• Stays with the woman throughout labour
• Provides emotional support, physical comfort measures and an objective viewpoint, as well as helping the woman get the information she needs to make informed decisions.
• Facilitates communication between the labouring woman, her partner and her clinical care providers.
• Perceives her role as nurturing and protecting the woman's memory of the birth experience.
• Allows the woman's partner to participate at his/her comfort level

This dynamic and inspiring workshop is a Doula of North America (DONA International) approved course and offers the expertise of DONA International approved trainers.  Focus is on the emotions and psychological processes associated with giving birth and the significance of childbirth in women's lives as well as building theoretical knowledge and teaching practical skills.  For additional information regarding certification visit the DONA International website at: http://www.dona.org/

New Westminster, Douglas College, 700 Royal Avenue OR
Coquitlam, Douglas College, David Lam Campus, 1240 Pinetree Way
Time: 0900-1800
Fee: $400 (includes the 4th edition Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn and Prepared Childbirth, The Family Way books and a binder of course/resource materials)

Instructors: Kathie Lindstrom & Jalana Grant

Any questions, please contact Kathie Lindstrom at lindstromk@douglascollege.ca or Virginia Towers at towersv@douglascollege.ca

To register: phone 604.527.5472 or toll free 1.866.930.5472. There are no prerequisites. 

There are five dates to choose from in 2012

Fri/Sat, Jan 27, 28
CRN: 11294
Coquitlam

Fri/Sat, Apr 20, 21
CRN: 21152
Coquitlam

Fri/Sat, Jun 8, 9
CRN: 21149
Coquitlam

Fri/Sat, Oct 12, 13
CRN: 31093
Coquitlam

Fri/Sat, Nov 16, 17
CRN: 31094
Coquitlam