It is an exciting time to be a DONA International doula, a member of the premier doula association in the world. Women across the globe appreciate and value the experience of having a doula– a knowledgeable, experienced companion – who stays with them through labor, birth and beyond. Birth doulas offer emotional support, encouragement and wisdom throughout labor and birth. Postpartum doulas support women and families through the transformation that a new baby brings to a family.
With over 7000 birth and postpartum doula members and growing, we are the largest doula association in the world. We support doulas by providing quality training and meaningful certification. We serve mothers and families by providing access to information and research about doulas, childbirth and the postpartum experience. DONA International certification sets the bar for doula education and professional development. It indicates to families that a doula has achieved a high level of training and professionalism.
Click here to contact your Regional Director!

In the News -
DONA International Statement on H1N1
This Press Release has been issued in a variety of locations around North America. You may choose to send it to your local hospital administrators if you are meeting some resistance in serving your clients in hospital.
Click here to read DONA International's Statement on H1N1.
Doulas and Third Party Reimbursement
Click here for more information about a new uniform provider code for doulas.

Plan now for the 2011 Conference in Boston, Massachusetts!
Plan to attend the 17th annual conference in Boston, MA, July 21-24, 2011.
Click here for information on the Registration Fee Budget Plan.
Click here for the Call for Speakers Proposal (coming soon).
Click here for the Advertiser Prospectus (coming soon).
Check the Annual Conference page often for continually updated information.

Capturing the doula Spirit - A Contest in Celebration of International doula Month, May 2010
In celebration of International doula Month, DONA will honor its members, their doula spirit and the contribution they provide to maternity care by accepting photo action shots that tell your story as a birth or postpartum doulaClick here for more information.
You can see last years winning photos on our new Facebook page!

Check out this FREE sample of the International doula, our quarterly publication for members.

2012 Conference - Cancun, Mexico
Check back for information as it becomes available.

Volunteer for DONA International
Click here for information on open position on the Board of Directors and various committees.

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