Full course description
Description
This training explores the role of doulas in improving perinatal outcomes and promoting birth equity. Doulas provide continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to birthing individuals before, during, and after childbirth. This session will highlight the benefits of partnering with doulas, discuss strategies for integrating doulas into healthcare settings, and emphasize the importance of culturally responsive doula care, particularly for communities facing health disparities.
Target Audience
This training is designed for healthcare providers, hospital administrators, doulas, midwives, maternal health advocates, and community health workers seeking to understand how doulas contribute to better perinatal outcomes and birth equity.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this training, you will be able to:
- Explain the role of doulas in providing patient-centered support during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum care.
- Identify strategies for integrating doulas into hospital and community healthcare settings.
- Recognize the impact of systemic racism and social determinants of health on birth disparities.
- Understand how doulas contribute to reducing cesarean rates, improving patient experiences, and increasing access to community resources.