What to know BEFORE becoming a Doula

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Becoming a doula has been the most fulfilling journey thus far, I'm so grateful for the families I've served and the experiences this career has brought me. That being said there are things I wish I knew before I became a doula and things you should know too, check out this video to find out what those are...
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[@loveadrie_]

What do you wish you knew before becoming or hiring a doula?

[@fatimadepoet7945]

Do you work in NJ?

[@loveadrie_]

I am based in Massachusetts, but please feel free to send me an email with more specific details about what you're looking for, maybe I can help locate resources [e-mail]

[@becomeadoula]

Wish I knew how to market and sell. As well as to wait until I served 20 or so families before creating my website. This video was awesome! Thank you so much for sharing 💛

[@loveadrie_]

@@becomeadoula such great advice! and thank you for your support!

[@oilyremedymama]

I am not a doula but have been contemplating this for about 4 years or more. I think I might be ready but there are a few things I need to take into consideration. I’m a homeschooling mother of 4 children and don’t have very many people I can drop the children with if I needed to go to a birth. That is a whole lot to consider.

[@mamafox5118]

After I had my daughter I knew I wanted to become a doula. I was a young single mom. My mother and sister wanted to be with me in labor and they weren’t the most supportive (extreme understatement) I had 24 hours of back labor, no one listened when I said something was wrong. I knew about the flipping babies technique. They didn’t acknowledge me. They knew we were back to back. No one cared. She was stuck on my spine.... they lost her heartbeat and it was rushed into an emergency c-section where they gave me too much epidural and it almost went to my brain. I almost died. My baby was born healthy and HUGE with a massive bruise on her head from my spine.... I want to be a doula to help other mothers be HEARD! No one deserves to be treated like that. Out medical system is so beyond broken. It’s shameful.

[@bodybeautymassagequeenofma681]

Same exact thing happen to me!

[@yoursatisfyingbirth]

I'm so sorry to hear this happened. no one should have to go through that

[@chanellejonte]

The universe brought me here. Now I know this is my calling. Thank you!

[@loveadrie_]

So glad that you're interested in doula work! Pursue it you won't regret it!

[@ordinary-man1258]

That's Wild... I honestly think the Holy Spirit lead me to watch this video 👀 maybe I'll come away with the same view!

[@Stushybaby_]

Same!!

[@dlkp2424]

I just have birth 3 weeks ago and I want to become a doula to help women feel comfortable & make the decisions they want with their bodies!

[@lashawnking510]

I receive it

[@HONEY2008DHS]

I’m currently a nursing student. I graduate I’m December. I aspire to be a midwife but I would love to be a doula first. I’m so glad I found your page

[@myya4885]

Hi, this is my dream as well. Just started thinking about becoming a doula first, I’m not in nursing school yet, I’m a CNA but I’m trying to figure out my next step. ave you gone through with becoming a doula?

[@NeniHeals]

As an aspiring doula, I am so deeply grateful to be on the receiving end of your wisdom. Your care and passion is so so evident. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@jaileen4ever]

I love the last point you made and I never understood why people become specialist in the healthcare field, yet treat patients as if they're nothing. Thank you so much for making this video!

[@blackberry4life482]

Agreed Same with teaching.

[@wombcarewomxn1727]

I'm so grateful for this video! I'm grateful I live in a city where the doulas (Black women-identified) I've trained with are my tribe. We live in a small community and practice interdependence. We can't afford to be chatty. We all have special energy, skills, gifts we bring to this work. I'm grateful.

[@lifewithaaliyahaspen1587]

I’ve not been to anyone else’s births except my own births, but I grew up wanting to be an OBGYN. That became unrealistic for me, I had my twins at 19 and just had my son at 21. I LOVE anything L&D and birth related. Now that I’m considering going back to school, this is at the top of my list aside from ultrasound tech & cosmetology.

[@TeamBREEEZYjs]

Our lives are quite similar.. I had twins at 19 and a son at 22! I went to cosmetology school, but aspire to become an ultrasound tech now look at us searching doula info🤣 I don’t think cosmetology school was worth it.. Becoming an ultrasound tech will most likely assist you in this field tho!!

[@keeshahernandez3532]

I am starting a birth doula training tomorrow and so appreciate this information. I just watched both parts of your latest home birth video and know I am making the right decision. Thank you for sharing your journey!

[@loveadrie_]

Congratulations! So glad you felt an answered the call to birth work, you're going to be amazing!

[@SimpylivenGoodCo]

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

[@alishahunsicker69]

Thank you for this video my queen!

[@beatriceroosmark9796]

Thank you thank you thank you sis!! Appreciate you taking the time to make this video for us

[@jessicamajors7694]

Thank you for being so real and honest

[@aubryhenry6715]

Thank you for everything you said. You are truly phenomenal 💞

[@JessicurrAlbriteyy]

You’re so amazing inside and out. Thank you so much for this!!

[@camilarodriguez4393]

This was so helpful!! Thanks so much! ❤️

[@melissahendler1749]

This is so helpful!

[@TeenieICantEven]

Thank you for making this video and sharing your experiences and knowledge!!! 🥰🥰

[@kaitlynburke1584]

Thank you for sharing-every single one of your points you hit on were helpful to me.

[@desireeisidore9994]

I stumbled upon your video. I just announced that I’m going on my journey from switching from Pediatric nurse to doula after my experience of pregnancy/child birth/postpartum with my son. The system is pure trash. I love love LOVE this video. You helped me answered so many questions I have. I’ve officially subscribed and I plan to wake up early tomorrow and drink my coffee while taking notes from your videos!!

[@loveadrie_]

This warms my heart, thank you for watching! The work you do is so important but I am glad to see you following your heart in what you feel is what you want to do moving forward.

[@nariahb.2943]

I am a nursing student and love babies but am struggling in my second semester so I’m thinking about it

[@kristinbunch4741]

@@nariahb.2943 keep in school the RN will help you become a CNM midwife and provide tuition reimbursement

[@cvazfitness7178]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge of the field and your heart.

[@blancatorres1871]

Thank you hun! This was very helpful and honest!

[@nikishaesperance]

New follower over here and talking notes! Thank you so much for this video, keep them coming !

[@mizkhalifajcole]

Your wisdom! Your honesty! Everything you shared in this video spoke loud and clear to me. Thank you

[@bluehillhomestead6835]

Thank you for making this video.

[@simonejackson-woodard899]

Thank you for your transparency! Loved the video 💛

[@loveadrie_]

Thank you so much for your support! I’m glad you found it helpful

[@hannahmirra]

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

[@madukes7640]

Thank you so much for posting this. I def wasnt aware of ur points and am preparing to take a doula class locally and um so excited about it.

[@leahcook5225]

Thank you for this!!!!!

[@stephanniejames7324]

I truly enjoyed your video, you truly have a heart and spirit of a doula! Keep up the great work my doula sister.

[@kmatgmail907]

Say it sis! definitely broken system thank you for sharing this very important information as a new Doula this was very helpful! Girl you are preaching im definitely hitting subscribe!

[@lkpbella1]

I AM LOVING THIS! I love the statement that not every client is YOUR client. I feel like in my massage practice if I'm not comfortable with a client, I have the right & responsibility to both of us to end the business relationship. (Of course in a professional & caring manor) I have been praying very hard about the idea of becoming a doula. I feel God calling me in that direction. I appreciate your advice via your videos. Thank you so much.

[@loveadrie_]

You are so welcome! Praying that clarity will come as clear as day for you!

[@latashaellis1285]

Thank you for this video queen! I’m almost done with my doula training and I needed this!

[@loveadrie_]

You got this!

[@ManifestWithRose]

Thank you for this video Queen💜💗🧿

[@mercuryRed347]

I took a whole page of notes! Thank you! A lot to think about...

[@aamariamason4562]

What a great video!! 💛

[@loveadrie_]

Glad you liked it!!

[@thelovedoula]

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

[@stephenoids]

This is very helpful and realistic. Thank you. I just signed up to start some classes for this.

[@sacredsaje]

grace + gratitude my love! i'm soul happy i found this video as i embark on this doula journey.

[@jmladygodsgrace2788]

Thanks for sharing, great info.

[@janicecosentino525]

You just gave a very informative overview & perspective of information that’s necessary to think about before getting into the Doula world. Thank-You so much 👏

[@janinepolanco319]

Glad I found your page 😊 thank you for the content

[@paperplanestoyou]

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

[@EarthChildYoga]

Great info, thank you for sharing.

[@ivory8474]

Thank you! You’re wonderful ❤️

[@M.d.c.c1]

So glad I came across this video, I graduate from my program next week.. so excited to began my journey.

[@primordialcreatress]

Thank you for this video, very helpful and brings perspective for aspiring doulas.

[@melissa24missify]

Thank you for making this video. I am considering entering the birthing Field as a doula and these are all important factors to consider as anyone goes into the field.

[@kerniah]

THANK YOU FOR THE TIPS!!!!

[@loveadrie_]

❤

[@kristinlaffrey]

This is so insightful and what a beautiful path to be supporting women on. Such impactful and needed work!

[@laverderslemonade]

Thank you so much for sharing. Great to see a black doula sharing her journey.

[@porshia_porsh]

Thank you for this!.. This is a goal of mine for 2023..

[@lexanrsg]

Thanks for this informative video. I start doula training soon. I stumbled across this video while looking for tips for beginners. Thanks again

[@MajesticDoula]

Very helpful. Great things to think about

[@rileylance9702]

Thanks so much for this video!!

[@itslaporschapleasedontcall1725]

Thank you for sharing this, there was so much passion in what you do I can tell from the tears being held back, I’m so happy I click your video This definitely empowered me for my doula journey

[@Idkwhat2callmyself]

Oh my gosh I can’t believe it my name is adriana and I was planning to do a doula course this summer!! Definitely a sign! I loved your video by the way ❤️❤️

[@perieb]

Thank you for sharing your experiences Adriana. I'm starting my Doula training next week and am inspired and encouraged by you!

[@rachaelwardyn602]

Very informative, thank you!

[@ebonivory5671]

Thanks so much for the encouragement and sharing.

[@loveadrie_]

I'm so glad it was helpful! Sending love and light

[@ayanasimons5948]

i see a green and blue aura around you! beautiful soul

[@jennaberrol]

thank you so much for making this video! it was so informative as someone who is newly interested in becoming a doula. this was very inspiring :)

[@DiandraSays]

This was so helpful and informational.🥰Appreciate you sharing your experience

[@aamariamason4562]

Had to comment again because of what you said at the end of the video!! Thanks for sharing that part, we hear you!! 👌🏾💛

[@loveadrie_]

Thank you so much! I’m so glad you found it helpful 🧡

[@robinkelley6385]

Absolutely love your beautiful soul. Thank you sister. I will take your advice very seriously. Looking forward to more that you have to offer. I’m a massage therapist who has assisted in births and just finished my training course. Studying now for the exam and excited to go ahead and start assisting with all these new helpful tools. Knowledge is power and you, Adriana, are a true gift. So much love and gratitude for your 5 points and inspiration. Love light and pure joy to you

[@woodlandwahine]

You are amazing. I am drawn to this line of work because I see and experience the injustice in the medical systems to POC and we have to be the ones to change it... thank you for your beautiful powerful light sister 🙏🏽 instant subscribe

[@fyejoy1253]

This is exactly why I started my Doula journey .

[@TheSparklingtoi]

I’m relocating in 2 weeks and starting as a Doula Assist. So happy to have come across this video

[@alexandrialee_]

Great video thank you 😊

[@georgiebell2315]

Thank you for your insight and perspective! God Bless your beautiful heart!♡

[@loveadrie_]

thank you so much, many blessings to you as well.

[@kathywaters1503]

Thank you for taking the time to create this content.Your video was one of the first videos I watched on KZbin. I knew for myself then that this is my next natural step. All the things you pointed to and all the things you didn’t point to let me know this is what we need. It’s true you don’t have to go to school to be a Doula. Information can become a powerful tool and create a great birthing experience. I am currently a Massage Therapist bringing that with me to a birthing experience helps the birthing mom know she can command her birthing experience. I attended my first live birth outside of my family and I am honored to be a part of this birthing world. I can’t thank you enough for your honesty your time and your contribution

[@jessgeoghegan]

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

[@LS-pe6xt]

I love your levelheaded manner in the approach to this work. You're so wise and I'm glad I came across your channel ❤️

[@loveadrie_]

Thank you so much! It means a lot

[@amyellison1595]

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!

[@qbrown2012]

Thank you for this video! I’ve been trying my hardest to find an agency. This is what I want to do.

[@seegarsfamily5318]

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

[@faceofavictim]

So excited for a career change. I've been an lpn for 5 years and I'm ready to gain some wisdom.

[@heatherbeck1]

I have a healthcare background as a dental assistant, medical interpreter, CNA and pre nursing student...... thought I wanted to do nursing school but that didn't pan out after 2 years.... fast forward I am a sole house cleaner but am getting burnt out....long story short checking out all my options..... more medical interpreting, healthcare marketing or birth/post partum doula... Your channel is awesome and thanks so much for giving us such a raw, real and authentic story and the business side of all this. As a childless/carless gal .... this might be a challenge but I'm looking into this :) Anyway much love

[@ESHAWIT28]

Thank you for sharing

[@zanthiamom]

Thank you so much for doing this video. I want to become a doula and so I'm looking up all the information I possibly can. This is very informative and helpful

[@loveadrie_]

So glad it was helpful!

[@harleejane5658]

This is very helpful thankyou

[@theveeshowhere]

Thank you so much!!!

[@lifewithdaric4384]

Thanks for the info! Wish I would've seen this a few months ago but its still very helpful!

[@loveadrie_]

Glad it was helpful!

[@laurenunderwood468]

Very helpful video thank you girl

[@armanabree7519]

Hii! I just wanted to say thank you so much for what you are doing ! You are extremely inspiring and as someone who is an up and coming Doula (Currently studying,) this was extremely needed! Definitively opened my eyes. I can agree I was naive about a lot of things prior to watching this video thank you so much!!!

[@loveadrie_]

thank you for watching! I am so glad it was helpful.

[@allofcece5868]

Awesome video very informative

[@UtukufuBey-1955]

❤ Thank you

[@eastcoastmama1033]

I am so happy i came across this! I became a Doula right before the pandemic and it really killed my drive/spirit. Im not too far from you. Tara Campbell trained me! i would to meet you or talk more with you to figure out my way in this! im not good with reaching out and approaching!

[@TamraN]

Hi Adriana! I'm going to start my course this weekend and I'm so excited. I'm so happy that you mentioned about taking all parts of you with you. It's so important. Thank you for sharing and I can't wait to get started.

[@loveadrie_]

Excited for you!

[@melanatedangel]

Thank you beautiful 💜🙏🏾

[@Momyoutuber]

I signed up for the class. Thank you

[@MelCrystal]

I just got certified as a full spectrum doula your videos are great thank you 🙏

[@loveadrie_]

So glad it was helpful!

[@wutcudiido]

I appreciate you Queen! I have my first client today🙌🏾 Wish me luck yall

[@loveadrie_]

praying all went well!!

[@unfairbear8527]

Hey how did you go?! I hope it was amazing and you’re doing well xx

[@seleciaa]

Thank you very much for this video ♡ I'm interested in becoming a birth and post-partum doula in MA, and I hope to embark on this fully come next year

[@maidservantofJesus]

Best video I've come across so far about what to consider when considering becoming a Doula. Merci beaucoup Adriana! I'm praying about becoming a doula after having a hb3c last year. I have so many Questions. Are you doing a Q&A anytime soon?

[@ayanaward464]

I have going back and forth about being a doula for the past 4 years and now I feel like I am heading in the right direction. I have 2 doulas in my family so I think I may need to make some calls to get feed back. I never asked them what they felt about being a doula I just loved how selfless they were to help me throughout my pregnancies (unfortunately they couldn't assist in any of my births due to distance)

[@CalledForSuchA7imeAs7his]

Respect for declining clients whom you feel you don’t like. I would too if I was in this industry! It’s a very sacred space indeed 🙏

[@utukufubey3239]

Thank you

[@sbrown92011]

New Subbie here! I’m very interested in becoming a doula and don’t know where to start. Thank you for sharing💕

[@chisonibravo2716]

Thanks, friend

[@theveeshowhere]

Who thumbed this down? Must be the competitive doulas-SMH. This has been very informative for me!