7 Powerful Reasons Why Doulas Should Expand Their Skillset
- Anne Wallen, Director of MWI
- Jun 22
- 1 min read
"Becoming a doula is a trendy topic right now. Most people assume doulas only attend births, but doulas are for much more than that. Doulas are an anchoring, wrap-around care provider for families during the pregnancy, birth, and postpartum period.
Families expect them to know, understand, and translate information throughout the entire early parenting experience. Doulas must be able to step up to the plate and fulfill that circumspect role, or families get lost in the shuffle between different medical specialties, and their story gets parceled into sound bites that don’t truly reflect their experience or needs.
The role of a doula is deeply personal, powerful, and transformative, not just for the families they support, but also for the doulas themselves. As the birth and postpartum landscape continues to evolve, so do the needs of expecting and new families. To stay relevant, competitive, and sustainably impactful, it’s crucial for doulas to consider expanding their skills and services..."
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