Join me at this free virtual conference next week! The Doulas Doing Business Summit is on its second year, and I am EVEN more excited this year because of how amazing last year was. In case you haven't heard about this summit (especially if you're new to the birth world - welcome!!), here's the deal:… Continue reading Doulas Doing Business Summit 2024
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How to ask four doula interview questions you don’t know how to ask
"So, do you, like, actually help with stuff or is this just an oxytocin vampire situation?"
ICYMI: Most popular blog posts of 2023
In case you missed it, here are the top blog post hits from Abby the Sociologist Doula so far this year.
How to hire an “experienced” doula (and why maybe you shouldn’t)
I'll occasionally hear folks talk about how they want to hire the most experienced doula - the one who has been doing doula work for the most years or supported at births. Sometimes, making a hiring decision based on this metric is actually not a good idea, for a few reasons. One reason is specialty:… Continue reading How to hire an “experienced” doula (and why maybe you shouldn’t)
ICYMI: Most popular blog posts of the first half of 2023
In case you missed it, here are the top blog post hits from Abby the Sociologist Doula so far this year.
Disability and doulas
An upcoming presentation
How doulas and partners work together (or, Why I love being the third wheel)
A bicycle can work great with two wheels, but that third wheel can sure help stabilize it.
Goodbye, South Bend; hello, St. Louis!
I've got some news!
New training: Caring for Clients through Loss
I'm excited to say that I've launched a new course, "Caring for Clients through Loss: A doula's short guide to bereavement support." This course is made for doulas who need bereavement support information and strategies fast and now. You can learn more about the course at this link. If you have a friend who is… Continue reading New training: Caring for Clients through Loss
A World Doula Week Giveaway for all doulas
Free gifts to help you do the amazing work you do-ula!
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