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It took me six months to find my first doula clients in 2002. They knew they were my first and were excited to choose me. Finding work takes time, relationships and a clear understanding of what you offer. In this article, I share my thoughts on meeting potential clients, showing the value of your support and quietening that little gremlin telling you why nobody will book you. We need a variety of doulas for the different women and families looking for support.

In the birth world, questions about culture, support, and representation are complex. Perhaps what matters most is humility, listening, and

Thinking about becoming a doula? Discover why doula training is an investment in yourself and your business, and why it’s worth paying for.

There's a question I'm frequently asked: why is my doula preparation course so short? Can a four-day workshop plus a pre- and post-course module prepare someone who has no other formal training to become a doula? I always answer yes. I don’t say that lightly, by the way. I have nearly two decades experience facilitating doula courses and set up my own training company in 2012. This year alone, I'm running 12 courses up and down the country and I am always reviewing, developin