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 more than 5,500 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.
Plan now for the 2008 Conference in Vancouver!
Conference Information
Join us in Vancouver, British Columbia July 17-20, 2008 for our 14th Annual DONA International Conference. Click here to learn about the conference.
Exhibiting, Advertising or Sponsoring Opportunities
Click here for information on exhibiting
Passport Information
If you need a passport to travel to Canada, apply for it now as the processing time is lengthy.
Here is a link to obtain a passport
Check out the 13th Annual Conference photos for a glimpse of the experience and plan now to attend the 2008 conference!!
13th Annual Conference Slide Show
DONA International Open Board positions October 1st, 2007 - check them out! As Terms come up for renewal and application, we encourage our members to take a look and see if there is a position that suits your skill set and excites your passion to serve. Our organization is governed purely by volunteers - and we need you! Take a look and contact
for more detailed information.
Birth Certification Changes - check them out! Two important changes go into effect August of 2007. These changes include adding a breastfeeding component and developing a local resource lists for doula clients.
Childbirth Connection (formerly MCA) has posted a new Alert to help women, health professionals and others interpret the formal reports and media reporting from the March 27-29, 2006 NIH cesarean conference entitled "Cesarean Delivery on Maternal Request." See our News and Events page for the full Alert.
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