DONA approved birth doula trainings

Your rewarding career awaits!

​Supporting families as a Doula is one of the most fascinating, beautiful, yet challenging professions you could choose.
In-person, comprehensive, DONA Doula training will prepare you with the practical skills needed to support women and their families, as well as the necessary confidence and inspiration to begin immediately.

Exciting News for 2019!

Joint Birth Doula + Postpartum Doula training is now available! AJ Hadfield, colleague, friend and postpartum doula trainer extraordinaire and Erin Moyen, Birth Doula trainer are combining forces to offer joint doula trainings in Western Canada. 

First joint training booked for: Grande Prairie, AB from September 30 - October 6, 2019 

If you've considered becoming a birth doula and postpartum doula, obtaining both qualifications in a week while learning from two of DONA's premiere doula trainers, now is the time! <<Click Here>> to reserve your space.
Birth Doula Topics will include:
  • Anatomy and Physiology of Childbirth
  • The Stages of Labour
  • Supporting the Physical and Emotional Process of Pregnancy and Childbirth
  • Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics for Doulas
  • Common Medical Interventions and Medication options during Childbirth
  • Hands-on comfort measures with time for practice and role play
  • Pre and Post-natal Visits – what to cover during your meeting with a client
  • Breastfeeding – how the Birth Doula supports the mother and the baby
  • Your Doula Business – how to begin, where to get clients and the process of support
  • Meet the Doulas – when possible, local doulas will come and talk about their experiences
  • How to achieve certification with DONA International – the World’s Premier Doula Association

Mount Royal University

  • This training is offered in-class at Mount Royal University (MRU) in Calgary, Alberta.
  • This DONA-approved workshop satisfies two steps towards birth doula certification with DONA International
  • To successfully complete the workshop, you must attend the full 23 hour, three day, training
  • The workshop is scheduled on Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Calgary, Alberta
August 23, 24 & 25, 2019
*Introduction to childbirth included

Calgary, Alberta
October 18, 19 & 20, 2019
*Introduction to childbirth included

Calgary, Alberta
February 28, 29 & March 1, 2020
*Introduction to childbirth included

More Locations

  • This DONA-approved workshop satisfies three steps towards birth doula certification with DONA International
  • To successfully complete the workshop, you must attend the full three to four day, training
  • The workshop is scheduled on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Choose from two locations in Grande Prairie, Alberta, and Qualicum Beach, British Columbia.
*New for 2019 in Grande Prairie, Alberta*
Birth Doula Training - September 30 & October 1, 2019
*Breastfeeding for Doulas included on October 2 [half day] 
Postpartum Doula Training - October 3, 4, 5, + 6, 2019
Qualicum Beach, British Columbia
September 12, 13, 14 + 15, 2019
*Introduction to childbirth included
*Breastfeeding for Doulas included
Our Birth Doula Trainer has Over a Decade of Experience!
Erin Moyen began working as a doula in 2006 and still supports birthing families today! Her passion for maternal-child health is truly undeniable. Erin is a respected and active member of the Alberta birth community and is the owner of a successful birth services agency serving Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer and surrounding areas. In addition to being a DONA-approved birth doula trainer Erin is a mentor to doulas, certified postpartum doula (DONA), Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator (LCCE) and breastfeeding support specialist (CLE) with an interest in Maternal Mental Health. <<Read More Here>>
You can have a Birth Doula training in your community too! 
All the details can be discussed directly with our educator. Connect today.
Noteworthy Information:
  • The Birth Partner by Penny Simkin (latest edition) is the manual for the Birth Doula Training Workshop. You should read it prior to attending the workshop. This will give you the essential background information needed to get the most out of the workshop. Please bring your copy to the workshop.

#sweetwords from attendees
"AMAZING!!! WOW!
Better than ever imagined and so affirming + instructive.
Feeling empowered and more passionate about birth."
"Erin's compassion for her work exceeded my expectations. As a result, my presence as part of the class is something I will remember. Thank you for sharing your wonderfulness with all."
"Very interactive, fun, informative and challenging. Kind, receptive + inclusive environment."
"I feel prepared to attend births today! ...could not have felt more welcomed by strong, empowering women. LIFE CHANGING!"