Whether you are taking a doula training or not, it is valuable to have one on one mentor-ship with a certified and experienced doula.  (All video calls are recorded for your reference)

• One-on-one 1 hour meeting to discuss your goals, via Zoom
• One-on-one mock interview, via Zoom
• One meeting before four of your client visits, via Zoom
• One meeting after each client visit to discuss how they went, via Zoom
• Access to client forms and assistance creating your own
• Review of website and social media strategy (I offer website building separately)
• Assistance creating service packages
• Guidance for 2 complete client cycles

Have a doula to guide you on your doula journey!  During this three - six month program, you will improve your knowledge and skills, while observing and collaborating with Shalene, and experiencing what it’s like to provide doula support to expectant families.

• One-on-one one hour meeting to discuss your goals
• Prenatal visits with clients
• One meeting prior to each client visit, via Zoom or in person
• One meeting after each client visit, via Zoom or in person
• Access to client forms and assistance creating your own
• Assistance creating the “business” side of doula work (I offer website design separately)/ or discussing partnering with Rhythm of Birth
• Guidance and feedback with 2 of your own clients
• Access to Rhythm of Birth online courses (3 courses valued at $260)
• Attendance at 3-6 births, with the possibility of more * * All attendance at visits and births are subject to parent’s approval. Birth attendance may be after 3- 6 month program.  
• Review of website and social media strategy (if applicable)
• Additional assistance in- Structuring a prenatal and postpartum visit, preparing for an interview, preparing for a birth, stocking your doula bag, working with dads, self-care for doulas, handling a difficult birth, etc.
• Long-term access to mentoring (for the first year) as you grow your practice
• Referrals from me and partnering as a back-up

• Ability to relate in a non-judgmental, supportive basis to individuals with a wide range of needs and problems; ability to provide responsible information and support.
• Emotional maturity, intuitive, sense of humor, and the ability to work with diverse personalities.
• Sensitivity to the needs of and difficulties faced by women and their families during both the prenatal and postpartum period.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends*.
• Availability for daytime and evening prenatal and postpartum visits*.
• Ability to be on-call during the 3-6 month period of the apprenticeship*.
• Reliable childcare, if you have children*.
• Ability to respond to on-call clients 24/7 during the 3 month apprenticeship*.
• Reliable mode of transportation with-in a 45 mile radius of the NRV *.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft office and social media resources.

* Only applies to the 3-6 Month Apprenticeship Program