Trainee Doulas Available: Please Post HERE

[BellyBelly]

If you are a trainee Doula or Birth Attendant looking for births to meet your course requirements, please post in this thread ONLY. Please include the area you live in, areas you are happy to cover, where you are training, how long you have been training and a bit about your philosophy of birth and what you feel you can offer a birthing mother.

POSTS WILL BE REMOVED AFTER 6 MONTHS IF YOU HAVE NOT UPDATED YOUR LISTING. IF YOU HAVE FILLED YOUR TRAINEE SPOTS PLEASE EDIT OUT YOUR POST WITH A NOTE TO LET ME KNOW YOU HAVE ALL SPOTS FILLED.

Please note that this is for TRAINEES only, if you want to promote your services as a Doula or Birth Attendant, you can have your details added to our Directory here: http://www.bellybelly.com.au/directory. If you are a student midwife, please post HERE.

Because there is no governing body and a variety of training courses, course lengths and delivery modes, please note that BellyBelly does not endorse or recommend any Doulas, Birth Atttendants or training organisations featured here, this is a place where a trainee can post and it is up to you to verify accuracy of information posted. BellyBelly is not responsible for any errors, inaccuracies or omissions made on behalf of the poster. If you choose to have a trainee, you do so at your own discretion.

BellyBelly Articles on Birth Support:

Doula Training in Australia
The Doula Revolution
Hiring a Birth Attendant or Doula - Questions To Ask
Birth Support - 10 Great Tips To Help Her In Labour

Please avoid general chit chat in this thread to avoid it getting to long - thanks

[Meluchja]

Hi,
I live in New Farm, and I currently after one more lovely lady who would like some assistance with her upcoming birth.

I'm happy to drive pretty much anywhere to help you out. So anywhere in the great SE.

Be PM or ring me on 0416055318 if you would like to talk or to meet.

Good luck and enjoy your pregnancies and births. It is a wonderful experience and you'll love it.

[mumto5]

Hi I'm a student Doula with Optimum birth. I have completed the theory component so am now eagerly awaiting some lovely mums to support.

I am from Sth East Melbourne and cover Frankston, Dandenong, Monash, Berwick and surrounding areas.

I am 30 and a mum of 5. I would be very happy to have a chat to any mums and see if I can help you.

Me - 0409233532

Thanks Gayle

[DoulaRobyn]

Hey there my name is Robyn and I am a trainee Doula living in the Sutherland Shire in Sydney. I am looking for one more special lady who needs a supporter during her pregnancy, birth/labour and beyond so that I might meet my course requirements.

I am an open minded lady and from my own personal experience - I have four gorgeous children of my own - I know that each birth experience is different and wonderful in its own way. I would like to be there for you to put any fears to rest so that you may relax and let your body do its work during labour. To allow your baby to be born into a calm, loving situation, where you get to focus on your body and baby so that you may have wonderful memories of this awesome once in a life-time experience.

I am there to take any added pressures off yourself and your birthing partner. To support you through your pregnancy, your birth/labour and also to come and see how mum and bub are going afterwards.

The experience I gain is worth more than any dollar value, so as a doula in training my services are FREE!

Please email me via madebyrobyn@hotmail.com

Thanks for reading!

Hi all mums and mums to be.
My name is Jasmine, and i am a happy mother to 3 boys under 4. Mason 4, Jamie 2, Kai 1. I have had a shocker birth, and then enjoyed giving birth to my 2nd and 3rd baby boys. I cant wait to get involved with other mums and their journey.

Area: Perth SOR will travel

training through - childbirth international and loving it. I start a remedial massage course which will go May - Oct 08 which will add just a little extra something to aching mums.

how long you have been training - A year, should finish the theory by end of June 08.

a bit about my philosophy of birth and what can offer a birthing mother.
I really believe all women have the right to a birth they enjoy, a birth they look forward to, fully experience and be left with good memory's. I believe all women can be empowered to get the birth they want to have, and if i can be a part of that, then I've reached my goal.

I am also setting up a Teen mum doula program which hopefully will fund and allow me to work with young mums needing support.

If you would like to know more, you can PM me and i'll provide my website details, as im unsure if i can list it here
or
vwri1011@iinet.net.au

I'm interested in hearing from other Perth doulas also, especially if you would like help studying or would like to look at working with Teen mums.

Jasmine

[Von]

Hi my name is Yvonne I have completed my studies through optimumbirth and have already attended one birth. To become qualified I need to attend another 2 births.

I am located in Melbourne in the Eastern suburbs but will travel to most locations around Melbourne.

I have 2 children and it was there births that inspired me to become a doula. I want to be able to help every women out there have the best birth experience that they can have, where they walk away at the end feeling empowered and blessed to have had the experience of birthing there baby the way they had hoped to.

I can be contacted by email at birth-friend@hotmail.com

[Roopee]

Hi
My name is Tanya, I am a mum to four beautiful children and I am currently doing my Doula training with Optimum Birth.

I live in Newcastle NSW and would be happy to travel to the Hunter Valley or the northern end of the central Coast.

I would be happy to offer advice and support for you during your pregnancy as I understand it can be an extremely emotional time for you and your partner.

I know there are some mother's out there too, that are doing it alone and I would feel extremely honoured to assist you in your birth journey.

I'm happy to be there for you through your entire labour, or simply just when you need me. Providing hands on support or soft words of encouragement. Perhaps just a hand to hold or someone to massage and help relax you. I also think it's very important for someone to be there to help support Dad as well, as I understand it can be an anxious time for him.

I also would be right there with you for the first few weeks post partum ,providing support in whatever form you may need- whether it be advice or help with swaddling, information on lactation or feeding your baby, or simply sourcing information for you.

I am open to your idea's and support you in your decisions - I strongly believe that women have the right to a safe, comfortable and relaxed birth, wherever they choose.

I look forward to hearing from you.

[Tanya]

Hi everyone, I am almost finished my studies with Childbirth International. I live in Shepparton and will travel to surrounding areas. I am currently seeking pregnant ladies to help me gain my certification.

All enquires and inital interviews are obligation free

[hollymaedream]

Hello to Everyone!

My name is Marie, I am 36 years old and a Mum to 4 children aged 9,7,5 and 1.

Located in Morningside BRISBANE until mid-September and thereafter in Smithfield CAIRNS. My email address is marie_71@optusnet.com.au

I am currently training as a Doula with Optimum Birth and am looking to provide support for three women in their choice of birth options and enviroments, FREE OF CHARGE, to complete my course.

I know the world of difference great support can make, not only in pregnancy and birth but long after the baby is born, which is the main reason I decided to become a Doula.
I believe I can provide non-judgemental care and attention to you and your baby to make your birth experience the best it can possibly be.

There is also a very good chance we can have a few laughs along the way!

I never tire of talking about pregnancy, birth and babies and I look forward to hearing from any expectant Mum's for a chat and/or to arrange a meeting.

Kind Regard
Marie

[AnnaT]

Hi ladies!

My name is Anna, Im 23 years old and recently started my doula training with Childbirth International. I am also mum to 2 little boys aged 20mths and 5mths.

As part of my certification I have to attend 2 births, free of charge, so I am looking for women who are interested in having a doula attend their birth.

I have had 2 induced, drug free active births of my own, but I am willing to support any woman in her choices regarding her birth experience as I believe everyone should be able to look back on it and be satisfied with how it happened - no matter what the circumstances. I completely loved my birth experiences and aim to help other women feel the same way about theirs! I also have personal experience in birthing after miscarriage, threatened pre term labour, pre eclampsia and infertility.

I can take clients from Townsville and surrounding area's with a EDD after July 4.

Please email me on ryanna@aapt.net.au or pm me via my BellyBelly profile if you would like more information.

Thankyou!

[lillipani]

Hi

My name is Sara and i am 26yrs. and a mother to 2 beautiful boys.

I was lucky to have 2 wonderful births. I had a Vaginal birth with my 1st child and an Elective C/S with my 2nd son.

I am currently studying to be a Doula (also known as a birth attendant) through Optimum Birth, so i am searching for 3 births to attend for my training. I will also commence studying in a Lactation course in Early September so i will be able to help with Breastfeeding too.

I'm offering my services to help you with your pregnancy, labour and birth journey. Because I am a student and still gaining experience, I am currently not charging a fee.

I would like to offer the following services

* On call 24hrs leading up to the birth
* Support with breastfeeding, however much you need.
* a Weekly visit for the first month
* 1 post natal hospital visit
* Unlimited Pre-natal visits
* Unlimited Email and telephone consults
* Complete support for your labour
* To provide you with any info you need

I would also love to attend Homebirths as well.

If you are looking for someone to support you at this amazing time in your life, feel free to contact me at jaxcoops@yahoo.com.au

I am available immediately for anywhere on the Central Coast, (Wyong Shire and Gosford Shire/city)NSW

[Pix]

Hi All .......

I'm a trainee Doula in Sydney - I live in Liverpool but I am prepared to travel.

As your Doula my aim is to increase your faith in your natural abilities and strengths, for you to feel safe and supported on every level so you can 'let go' and embrace your birthing experience with joy and confidence.

The labour support I offer will be unique to you, based on your needs and preferences.

I am available as your; Pregnancy/Labour Doula, Labour only Doula or Postpartum Doula or a combination of these. I can also offer support and advice on breastfeeding.

I am a 46 y old mother of five.

tlc_doula@bigpond.com

[bubNo.2]

Hi to all you mums who are expecting their bundles of joy:

Im a student Doula who needs to meet and witness 3 beautiful bubs coming into the world:

My name is Ainsley and im 38 yrs to be married next March 2009 and have 2 beautiful children one 8yr old son and a 8 week old baby boy. Plus i have two stepsons who are in there teenage years 16yrs and 14 yrs!

I have completed my theory component to the Optimum Doula course. I live in Mebourne and in the Cheltenham/Bayside suburb . Im also a registered nurse and have been nursing for 10 years in ED and acute wards and have worked in nurseries on maternity wards in some of the big teaching hospitals here in melb.

My aim in being a Doula would be to help the women become enabled to fulfil their own potential expectations for their pregnancy and delivery. I would also like to think that i am a very approachable person and all my clients would have my unimited time if they needed me including going to OB/antenatal check up and U/S for either an extra support or the only support if need be.

I personally have had 2 vaginal births one assisted with induction drugs and vaccuum and the other started with the Gels and naturally developed to i could push my second son out with Gas and pethidine and wonderful support of my beautiful fiance and great g/friend by my side.

I hope to hear from expecting mums who would like an extra pair of hands and be comfortable enough to have me help you in the birthing process and or the whole pregnancy (would be a bonus).

As im a student this would all be free of charge and greatly appreciated!

If you are interested in meeting me please PM me here on BB and i will then give you my primus email address.


Thanks

Ainsley RN and student Doula.

[lila]

Hello all...

my name is Lila and I am a Doula (Optimum Birth) and Childbirth Educator (CBI) in Training.

Located on the lovely Central Coast in NSW, and I am happy to cover all the Coast, down to Hornsby and up to Newcastle.


The philosphy I am aiming for is:

You shall be excited and joyful about your birth, your birth means you will finally greet your baby.
The way baby arrives in this world will be the right way for you, whatever way it is you want or have to go.
As your Doula I will make sure your way will be honoured and respected.


As every woman is different, I don't have one size fits all services, but rather discuss with you in person what kind of Doula support you want and need.

Me: Mother of 3 (3 C/S's) ; married: 34 years old; and lots of black humour ...
Maininterest: My main interests are supporting ladies in need of a med. nec. C/S 's and VBAC's

Please feel free to send me an email : cs.doula@yahoo.com.au

Your Lila

[mrs_doula]

hi
I'm a trainee nurse and ambulance officer who has just begun my doula training via optimum birth. just putting the feelers out there to see if anyone would like me to attend they're births free of charge as a trainee. will travel pretty much anywhere in WA. Thanks and congrats to preg mums out there

[bessiebaxta@yahoo.com.au]

Hi my name is Nerissa and I live in Southern Tassie. I am part of a small network of Doulas living in the Huon. I am currently training with Childbirth International, studying Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula and Childbirth Education. I am enjoying the studies, the forums and the intricacies and enchantment of each labour and generally discovering the world of becoming. I am a birth mum to one and a step mum to another in my little household. If anyone has any inquiries for Doulas, CBE or PPD in southern tassie, please feel free to contact me at [email="bessiebaxta@yahoo.com.au"].
Thanks Nerissa

[studentmum]

Hi there,

Fellow trainee nurse here having #3 and hoping for a vba2c in Jan'09 not at home but staying put for as long as possible.

We are in Hamilton Hill just east of Freo and close to the freeway but given that my situation is quite unique I would understand you wanting to give it a miss... I would hate to travel from Bunbury and end up with a mum who goes in for a cs.

I have just spoken to doula who I haven't met or discussed my situation with yet but I am feeling very positive about her. If she has no qualms about a trainee I certainly wouldn't.

I would love to support a fellow trainee and if my situation stays positive I am happy to contact you further down the track to see if you still need a mum.

Let me know if you would like me to keep you informed s.plewright@student.curtin.edu.au

Thanks
Sarah

[Mumof2blue]

Hi,

My name is Nicki and i am currently studying to become a Doula through 'Optimum Birth'.

To complete my training i am looking for 3 wonderful ladies (and partners) to work with and support during pregnancy and the birth of there baby.

I look at Pregnancy and Childbirth to be a truly wonderful and precious experience that should be enjoyed.

If you are interested in having a Doula at the birth of your baby i would love to talk with you about helping you achive the best birth possible for yourself and your baby.

I cover Brisbane and Ipswich.
Please PM to contact me.

Take care,

Nicki.