Doula - Bakersfield, United States - Peaceful passages Birthing Support Center

Description

At Peaceful Passages Birthing Support Center, we believe in equipping future Birth Doulas with the highest quality, evidence-based course and classes that will prepare them in their career as a doula.

Workshop will teach you the benefits of doula care, the history of birth, the significance of doula support to families, comfort techniques and strategies for labor and birth, how doulas can impact maternal mortality and breastfeeding rates, while also directing you towards the steps to begin your doula career.

• Provide emotional and physical support to expectant mothers before, during, and after childbirth
• Educate and empower expectant mothers about the birthing process and available options
• Assist with creating birth plans and advocating for the mother's preferences during labor
• Offer comfort measures such as massage, breathing techniques, and relaxation exercises
• Provide guidance on breastfeeding and newborn care
• Offer postpartum support including assistance with household tasks and newborn care

• Physiology knowledge: Understanding of the physiological changes that occur during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum period
• Medical terminology: Familiarity with medical terminology related to pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care
• Anatomy knowledge: Understanding of the female reproductive system and the stages of fetal development
• Patient service: Ability to provide compassionate and supportive care to expectant mothers
• Patient assessment: Skill in assessing the physical and emotional needs of expectant mothers

As a Doula, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the birthing experience for expectant mothers.

If you have a passion for supporting women during this transformative time in their lives, we would love to hear from you.

• Flexible schedule
• Onthejob training
• Professional development assistance

• Labor & Delivery

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift