I just spoke to a Dona Representative I told her that my grandmother was in hospital she showed no concern nor responded thank you I will not be attending their program.

My midwife did this for me and I thought it was so cool to see. My baby came a bit premature and the placenta looked almost bigger than him 😂

Oh wow! I was just given the DONA website in a Facebook group. I’m interested to see what you have to say….. tuning in

Wow that’s going to be so lovely for them. ❤

Thank you for sharing

Just found your channel, I am wanting to become a doula. I would love to do midwife but not interested in being a nurse midwife. Would love more information on your midwife journey

I agree with you 100%. I took my training in 2023 and they added diversity to their training, but you are right about the money part of it. I also didn't care for the idea of not being assigned a DONA certified doula in your area to shadow and learn more from. I would have liked to have done 24 hours of clinical work in a birth center or hospital L & D unit.

It’s so sad that in today’s world racial disparity is still an issue even more so when it comes to something so special as bringing a baby into the world.

Very good video. Thank you❤ new sub

Absolutely love this information. This is very helpful and informative. New subscriber 😊

This video is extremely informative from an unbiased standpoint. I’m so thankful I watched this! ❤

Her first reasoning has nothing to do with the company. How the other women carried themselves is not a reflection of the company not being "diverse"

I took a birthing doula training class taught by a certified Dona trainer last June 2023 although it was 3 of us black women I felt like I didn’t learn enough and I spent $550 for the class and the hoops you have to jump through to get certified is crazy. I feel like my money was wasted.

This is why I don’t appreciate when I search for doula training and instantly all it show is “business business business” I don’t want to commercialize my services and be all competitive/thinking about money when I become a doula.

Hi, I'm interested in your educational path way to become a professional midwife. Do you reside in the US?

I am interested in becoming a Doula. I would appreciate your help to get me in.

Very helpful. Great things to think about

So helpful!! I agree! Italian background btw. I felt after the training I called and just couldn't get any support! Very disappointing! Also really wanted some references and reaching and just not available! I also felt like I could not relate. I also found that more than 90 percent of the class weren't able to start their business because they weren't prepared on the business side! I would love to speak directly to you!

this is very helpful information

Thank you for sharing your wisdom! This is so helpful ❤

Brand new doula here! You have awesome content! Can't wait to watch more! ❤

Great video thank you 😊

❤ Thank you

Why don't y'all educate you all had babies create things for urself

I am so grateful that I came across your video. I don't feel like I'm the only one now. I took an online class with DONA for 4 or 5 days but I was not in the same state. I paid the $500 and although the instructor was amazing, the class was diverse, loaded with information, a few guests offered discounts for their courses for more certifications and their contact info but once we finished the course, I was left in the dark. I had just given my last for the class and went straight to "now what?" mode. All the discounted courses & resources were mentioned were only available in person in Florida where 90% of the class lived. I also never received the guide that was sent to everyone taking the course so all I could do the entire time was write notes and take screenshots in the zoom course. I told the instructor during the class multiple times and text after the course was over but she was dismissive about it. I went back and forth with USPS for months eventually they just said it was lost. So here I am in Texas, took a class but no experience, no direction, no study guide and all I have to show that I took the class are notes, screenshots, and emailed certificate showing I took the class. They were so kind but It was so discouraging. Now it's back to square one.

You're awesome, thanks for being real and helpful.

Please change your smoke detector batteries. It’s not only distracting but it’s unsafe

Who did you go through to get certified?

I chose not to go through DONA either, very pricey to get your certification and tons of fees to maintain your certification. I am currently going through Maternity wise so far they seem very kind and inclusive of all communities. I've also heard birthing advocacy doula training is really great too!

GORGEOUS!!!😍❤❤❤

Thank you for this!!!!!

I'm doing my training with SMC Shafia Monroe Consulting. Please look up her philosophy. You'll be amazed.

Who did you certify with?I'm a new postpartum doula 1 week .🤔

It’s ok to talk without all that add videos

Its way more money now. I think they are exploiting now because states are covering the fees. Sad because they are trying to keep us out of the space... #notme

Hello. Thank you for your video. I am thinking of becoming a doula myself. Would you mind sharing which school you trained with that you felt was not all inclusive

Searching for videos to see exactly what doulas do? Im still confused. Is it being a housekeeper for postpartum mothers? Ill keep looking to understand the duties. Do birth doulas and postpartum do the same things??

This is very helpful thankyou

Too bad the music too distracting

Everybody have to find a program that is the best fit for them. Your morals, values, personal and professional background will help you decide which program is best for you. I am a black woman, I do not need to be taught how to relate to black women. Teach me to be a knowledgeable, professional Doula not just a black Doula. I feel like that would be limiting me. I think the ability to work with “all “people is very important. Having someone that looks like me in the class is not important to me, it may help me relate to others better and identify the needs this profession needs.

Im sorry but you just gave EVERYONE an EDUCATION.. ❤ Super concise and knowledgeable!

I'm a Doula as well. I do appreciate you sharing your bag with us.

Thank you

The music is too loud

Thank You for making this video! It has been recommended to my daughter to hire a doula, so she asked me to study and become her doula. Your words of wisdom have answered so many of my questions. Being an (almost) empty nester I'm thinking this could be a very big next step for me. I will do self-study for her birth and decide if this is something I'd like to continue and become certified. You are AWESOME! THANKS!

What a beautiful birth! Mommy and baby did great!

Awesome video! Thanks 🙏🏾

Thank you! I’m a retired nurse looking to be semi retired working as a doula. Your videos helpful/ honest.

I have been trying to figure out my calling and I think this is it. I love babies and I love to encourage and support others, and I actually would enjoy helping mamas postpartum

Hi Adriana am Bernice from Ghana (west Africa) I have diploma in midwifery and I have been practicing midwifery for the past eight years in my country I wish to be a doula in the USA I plead with you to walk me through how to achieve this fream