In-Person Birth Doula Course
Vancouver BC Feb - April 2026
Ready to launch your business as a birth doula? Are you interested in supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with practical skills and reliable knowledge?
Our Foundational Birth Doula Training provides the education and hands-on experience you need to step confidently into the role of a birth doula.
Become a Certified Birth Doula
Families need support during pregnancy, birth, and the early days of parenting—and doulas help provide that support. Our Foundational Birth Doula Training is designed to give you both the knowledge and the hands-on skills to guide families with confidence, compassion, and professionalism.
This course blends self-paced online preparation with two days of in-person training in Vancouver, BC, followed by 6 weeks of online classes. You’ll learn about the physiology of birth, comfort measures, medical interventions, postpartum recovery, and the practical steps of building a doula practice. You’ll also have the chance to practice communication skills, role-play real scenarios, and connect with others who share your interest in birth work.
By the end, you’ll leave with a strong foundation in doula care and a clear pathway to certification, so you can begin supporting families right away.
What You’ll Learn
Over four days of hands-on, community centred training, you’ll explore:
🌿 The doula’s role, history, and scope of practice
🌀 The physiology of birth and postpartum recovery
🤲 Comfort measures, touch techniques, and home birth skills
🏥 Navigating hospitals, interventions, and informed choice
💞 Supporting families by creating a powerful prenatal structure
🧾 Building your doula business: contracts, pricing, marketing, and boundaries
You’ll leave with a full doula toolkit, ready to offer emotional, physical, and informational support to families from pregnancy through postpartum.
Training Structure
🌿 Pre-Training Online Content: Videos, readings, and reflection prompts to ground you in the basics.
🌀 We’ll kick off with 2 immersive in-person days full of engaging lectures, lively discussion, hands-on practice, and role play. Then we’ll stay connected through 6 weekly, 2-hour sessions with meaningful self-directed homework in between.
🤲 Certification Pathway: After training, you’ll be supported to complete client experiences, reading, and reflective work to earn your Certified Birth Doula (CBD) designation.
Who This Course Is For
This training is open to anyone who feels drawn to birth work: aspiring doulas, parents, caregivers, and professionals in related fields (midwifery, nursing, massage, counselling). No prior experience required—just curiosity and an open heart.
Many of our graduates go on to build thriving doula practices with full caseloads. We provide the tools, mentorship, and business foundation to help you succeed.
Birth Doula Certification
Our certification process is designed to be achievable, supportive, and meaningful. This is an optional add on to our Foundational Birth Doula Training course.
To get certified. You will complete:
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Attend the full Bloom Doula training (including in-person sessions and all online classes).
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Gain hands-on client support experience.
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Complete assigned reflections, readings, videos, and podcasts.
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Begin the process of building your doula business.
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Submit a Final paper.
Once completed, you’ll receive certification as a Bloom Certified Birth Doula (BCBD).
Why Train With Us?
✨ You’ll practice hands-on skills, not just sit through theory.
👥 You’ll learn in person, building real connections in a warm, safe space.
🌱 Our small group size means you’ll never get lost in the crowd — your voice matters here.
🤝 You’ll be guided with mentorship beyond the classroom as you step into doula work.
💜 We blend evidence-based knowledge with heart and intuition, honouring both science and soul.
🌟 With years of combined experience in birth work and business, we’ll help you not only become a doula, but thrive in the local birth community.
✨ Step into the work you were made for.
Join us for four transformational days that will ground you in the art of doula care and connect you with a community of like-minded birth workers.
👉 Register Now - Get your spot in our Winter/Spring 2026 Course.
Our Story
Bloom has been a trusted name in birth work since the early 2000s, with Morag Hastings leading the way as a birth doula and photographer in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, BC. With over 500 births attended and has been teaching and mentoring since 2015, Morag brings a wealth of practical experience and perspective to her teaching.
Recognizing the need for high-quality, in-person doula training, Bloom created this program to give aspiring doulas the skills, confidence, and guidance needed to start their own practice.
Join us in shaping the next generation of compassionate, knowledgeable, and professional birth workers.
Foundational Birth Doula Training Curriculum
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Introduction to Doula Work
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What Doulas Do
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Birth 101
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Anatomy
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Hormones
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Medical Understanding of Birth
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Supporting Families as a Doula in a Medical System.
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Physiological Birth
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TENS / Birth Pools /
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OP baby - it’s not what you think.
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Hip Squeeze / Hands on Support
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Medication Overview
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Ceasarean Birth / Breech Birth / High Risk Birth
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Maternity Medical System
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Prenatal Visits
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Birth Plans
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Running your Doula Business
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Types of Doula Businesses
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Office Work - Websites Running a business
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Finding and Booking Clients
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Interviews
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How much to Charge
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Finding Your Doula Community
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On Call Life
Get your spot for our 2026 Foundational Birth Doula Training
Two days in-person training in Vancouver, BC, followed by 6 weeks of online classes.
Starts Jan 31, 2026
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Continuing Education By Bloom
We believe that continued education is essential as your Doula business grows. Staying informed and enhancing your skills not only benefits you but also the families you serve. Our commitment to lifelong learning ensures that are equipped with the latest knowledge and best practices in the industry. Grow together and elevate the support you provide! Check out our Birth by Bloom evening classes for doulas.
Birth Doula Course Level 2 Curriculum
🌿 Breastfeeding Course for Doulas.
🌿 Helping clients navigate the medical system the doulas role.
🌿 Intro to Birth Photography.
🌿 CPR Course for Doulas.
🌿 Comfort measures for birth doulas.
🌿 Dive deep into Home Birth.
🌿 Getting Clients + Interview Skills + Business skills.
🌿 Running your own doula business.
🌿 Supporting VBAC and Multips 101.
Birth Doula Mentorship
1 year 1:1 doula mentorship with Morag Hastings. Getting started with your doula career can be daunting, especially if you're on your own. That's why my one-year mentorship program is designed to give doulas the support they need to succeed. Together, we'll work to create a plan tailored to your needs as a doula. From navigating client relationships and building your client base, to developing your skills and techniques, I'm here to help you every step of the way along with our community of working doulas.
Childbirth Education Course
Birth by Bloom and embark on a rewarding journey as a childbirth educator! Our instructors have completed the esteemed 1:1 mentorship program with Morag Hastings, ensuring you receive top-notch training. Discover the joy of teaching families about childbirth, newborn care, and beyond. Start your career with today!
Need more information? Email us at hello@birthbybloom.com we are always happy to answer your questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I become a certified birth doula in Vancouver?
To become a certified doula in Vancouver, start with our Foundational Birth Doula Training at Birth by Bloom. This hybrid course blends in-person learning with online sessions so you gain both hands-on experience and a solid understanding of physiology, comfort measures, and the emotional aspects of birth. After completing the training, you can choose to pursue Bloom Birth Doula Certification by supporting clients, finishing reflective assignments, and demonstrating your readiness to serve families with confidence.
Do I need experience before taking the doula training?
No prior experience is required. Our course is designed for anyone who feels called to birth work — whether you’re a parent, caregiver, health professional, or simply curious about supporting families through pregnancy and birth. You’ll receive all the foundational knowledge, mentorship, and resources you need to begin your journey as a birth doula.
What’s the difference between the Birth Doula Course and the Mentorship Program?
The Foundational Birth Doula Training is open to everyone and provides the education and tools needed to start your practice.
The Doula Mentorship Program, led personally by Morag Hastings, is a separate and selective year-long program designed for doulas who are already taking clients and ready to deepen their skills. Not all trainees are accepted into mentorship — it’s by application only and focuses on real-time client support, business development, and ongoing professional growth.
Where is the training held?
Our in-person doula trainings are held in Vancouver, BC, with additional online sessions offered via Zoom. The hybrid format makes it accessible for participants across the Lower Mainland and British Columbia. You’ll receive detailed location and scheduling information upon registration.
How long does the doula certification take?
The full Foundational Doula Training runs over approximately 8 weeks, including pre-course online preparation, two immersive in-person days, and six weekly online classes. The certification process continues as you complete client births, readings, and reflections at your own pace — most participants are certified within 3–6 months.
Do I get support after the training ends?
Yes! Bloom offers continued guidance even after your training wraps up. You’ll stay connected through community groups, follow-up calls, and the opportunity to apply for Morag’s exclusive mentorship program. Many of our graduates continue learning and growing within the Bloom community.
Can I take the course if I don’t live in Vancouver?
Yes. While the training includes in-person sessions in Vancouver, participants from across BC (and beyond) are welcome. Many doulas travel for the immersive portion and complete the remaining online classes from home. If you’re outside the Lower Mainland, you can still join our community and choose whether to participate in local client referrals.
Is the Bloom Doula Certification recognized?
Yes. Bloom’s certification is widely respected in the Vancouver birth community and recognized by local doulas, midwives, and care providers. It reflects practical skills, ethical professionalism, and client-centered care — giving you the confidence to begin working right away.
Who teaches the doula course and mentorship?
All Bloom trainings are led by Morag Hastings, a birth doula and photographer with over a decade of experience and more than 500 births attended. Morag is known for her grounded teaching style and mentorship that blends evidence-based knowledge with intuition, compassion, and real-world birth experience.
How do I register for the next training?
Simply click the Register Now button below or email us at hello@birthbybloom.com to reserve your spot. Spaces are limited to keep our groups small and interactive.
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