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"I provide hands-on, compassionate training for aspiring doulas who want to make a difference. With over a decade of experience, my focus is on helping future doulas confidently support diverse communities. My training prepares you to offer emotional and physical support during childbirth, empowering you to make a real impact on the families you serve."

Ready to begin your journey to becoming a Certified Doula? Here’s the step-by-step guide to earning your certification with DeAnna the Doula Trainer:

  1. Take Our Core Classes

    • DTD Childbirth Class

    • DTD Birth Doula Training

  2. Start Our Online, Self-Paced Certification Course

    • Begin the course at your own pace, designed to give you flexibility.

  3. Agree to the Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics

    • Commit to following our ethical guidelines and best practices for doulas.

  4. Complete Additional Courses

    • DTD Postpartum Class

    • DTD Infant Feeding Class

  5. Attend Six Births

    • Gain hands-on experience by attending six births. Submit birth stories, feedback from parents and nurses/midwives, and a reflection essay or video for each birth. You can be accompanied by a qualified doula of your choice or schedule time with your trainer or coach for additional support.

  6. Complete the Reading List

    • Read six books from our 21-item reading list and submit a response essay or video for each book or audiobook.

  7. Submit Materials for Review

    • Submit all required materials for review to complete your certification.

Foundations of Doula Support
If you want more support as you build your practice, your trainer can become your coach in our Foundations of Doula Support program. This program is designed to help you set up your doula business, book your first clients, and attend your first births. You’ll receive nine small group meetings plus one hour of one-on-one time with your coach!

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Flexible Timeline
Complete your certification as quickly or slowly as you'd like, giving you the flexibility to balance your personal and professional life.

HOW TO BECOME A CERTIFIED

Doula

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Child Birth Education

This course covers the essentials of pregnancy, labor, and postpartum, providing a solid foundation for anyone preparing to become a birth doula.

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Birth Doula Training

Our Birth Doula Training equips aspiring doulas with the hands-on skills, knowledge, and emotional support techniques needed to confidently support families during labor and birth.

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Doula Foundations

This nine-week coaching program helps new doulas build their practice, develop a client strategy, and gain valuable mentorship for their first birth experiences.

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TURN YOUR PASSION INTO A PROFESSION

Your Doula Journey Starts Here.

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DeAnna Tharpe DeAnna the Doula Trainer
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"I BELIEVE IN EMPOWERING FUTURE DOULAS THROUGH COMPASSIONATE AND CULTURALLY AWARE TRAINING."

I'm excited to share my story and expertise with you. Explore the path that led me to this work and discover the transformative impact we can make in the birthing community. Are you ready to join the movement? Learn more about me below.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

DeAnna Tharpe and Wisconsin Doulas of Color Collective

Tameka

“She inspires women of color to come together to make changes that are needed in our community as well as our lifestyle.”

Felic

"She's encouraging, positive, she’s always willing to help no matter what…without her I would say that I would be lost."

G'Vee

“I feel like she was very personable for me, I learned a lot of things from her. Comfortable talking to her, she explains things well. She's always there when I need her.”

Latifah

"She will go out her way to make sure everything is understood, go out her way to make sure we have everything we need."

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