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.

It's a Match!

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

Joint training is scheduled for the following location: ​
  • Lethbridge, AB from April 26-May 2, 2021

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

Upcoming Training

  • The following DONA-approved workshop satisfy three steps toward birth doula certification with DONA International
  • To successfully complete the workshop, you must attend the full doula training
  • Prior to the workshop, all attendees are encouraged to read the Position Paper: The Birth Doula's role in Maternity Care from DONA International and "The Birth Partner" book by Penny Simkin. 
Calgary, Alberta
August 27, 28, 29 & 30, 2020
*Introduction to childbirth included
*breastfeeding for doulas included

Grande Prairie, Alberta
​ Nov. 5, 6, 7 & 8, 2020
*Introduction to childbirth included
*breastfeeding for doulas included

Calgary, Alberta
November 26, 27, 28 & 29, 2020
*Introduction to childbirth included
*breastfeeding for doulas included

​Lethbridge, Alberta**
April 26, 27 & 28, 2021
*optional introduction to childbirth
*breastfeeding for doulas included

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
March 5, 6 & 7, 2021
*Introduction to childbirth included
*optional breastfeeding for doulas course available

Calgary, Alberta
May 14, 15 & 16, 2021
*Introduction to childbirth included
* optional breastfeeding for doulas course available

Calgary, Alberta
October 22, 23 & 24, 2021
*Introduction to childbirth included
*optional breastfeeding for doulas course available
Want to bring a training to you?
Lets chat! Connect <here>

** Indicates Joint Birth and Postpartum Doula Trainings with AJ Hadfield
Our Birth Doula Trainer has more than 14 years 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:
  • Please bring your copy of "The Birth Partner" written by Penny Simkin to the doula training 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!"