Much like other southern states, Texas does not have a restriction on having a certification in order to practice as a postpartum doula. So, you can work or be employed in the state without having to become certified. Additionally, there is no requirement to have a high school diploma or equivalent in order to work in Texas.
The following is a list of educational courses or workshops in the Texas area which may be used as your postpartum doula training. You do not have to be affiliated with a certification program in order to attend, however, you must be 18 years or older.
Postpartum Doula Training in El Paso, TX
Organization Name: Abby Bordner
Website: http://www.abbybordner.com/
Instructor: Abby Bordner
Email: abby@abbybordner.com
Phone: 505-919-9153
Course and Workshop Details and Requirements
This 2 day postpartum doula training workshop that is required for a CPD (Certified Postpartum Doula) through CAPPA. You do not have to be affiliated or enrolled with CAPPA to attend. The workshop is offered on 10th-11th, 2021 at 8:30am to 5:30pm MST.
Costs and Fees
Early bird pricing $495 (plus tax) if registered and paid by September 1, 2021
After November 15, 2021: $550 (plus tax). The price also includes a complementary 1-year CAPPA membership which is worth $75.
Registration Details
To register, pay online, and read additional workshop policies, click here.
Postpartum Doula Training in Dallas, TX
Organization Name: Mother Me Doulas
Website: https://mothermedoulas.com/
Phone: 469-399-6429
Course and Workshop Details and Requirements
The average time to complete the curriculum is 1 year. Once completed, you will become certified as a birth and postpartum doula with Mother Me. The requirements are as follows:
- attend 6 day doula workshop
- read the required reading list once you’ve registered
- complete monthly webinars
- tandem training with fellow doulas
- participate in quarterly reviews
- attend 2 breastfeeding classes
Course and Workshop Topics
As part of your postpartum doula training, these classes will cover the following:
- Learn how to provide emotional support and comfort measures to a pregnant mother
- Discuss all aspects of birth including physical changes to the emotional impact
- Understand the significance of bonding in the postpartum period
- Learn how to give breastfeeding support in order to empower the new mother as a parent
- Engage in infant care such as bathing and diapering
Costs and Fees
The entire certification program costs $1200. There is a 10% discount if you pay in full.
Registration Details
Register and pay online as well as check available dates and times for the workshop by clicking here.
Kyndal May is a certified doula with over 20 years of experience helping train doulas across the United States. She has received her certification from DONA (Doulas of North America) and has dedicated her career to supporting families during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. With her extensive knowledge and experience, she is committed to providing compassionate and personalized care to every family she works with. In addition to her work as a doula, Kyndal is also a passionate advocate for women’s health and birth rights. She has spent many years educating and empowering families to make informed decisions about their birth experience. She also uses her experience to help train other doulas, passing on her knowledge and skills to the next generation of birth workers. With her dedication to her clients and her profession, Kyndal is a respected and valued member of the doula community.
