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Birth Doula Training
At Bloom, we’re dedicated to supporting the next generation of birth doulas. We offer a weekend doula training course and a 1 year, 1:1 mentorship with Morag Hastings, a highly experienced birth photographer and birth doula.
Our program is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to become a successful birth doula. We have a supportive community of working doulas in the Lower Mainland. With our help, you’ll gain access to guidance on how to start your business, get clients, support clients and grow your doula business.
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FIND YOUR COMMUNITY OF DOULAS
Bloom provides experienced birth doula training and mentorship to give you the confidence to grow your doula business, expand your skills, and make a difference in your clients’ lives. Morag will guide you through latest evidence-based care and teach you how to support clients in a low-intervention birth experience.
Starting from the beginning? We are offering a comprehensive 2-day Weekend Birth Doula Workshop, followed by 6 weeks of online training and independent work to help get your business started. During our birth doula workshop you will get to know other birth nerds, learn from experienced doulas in the Lower Mainland as well as walk away with a vault of valuable resources to help you support your clients and start your business. You will gain valuable insights into doula practices, business strategies, hands on activities and all the details of running a successful doula business. You will leave the course feeling excited, empowered with a certificate in your hands ready to start your business as a birth doula.
Morag Hastings offers a 10 birth / one-year mentoring program. During our one on one sessions, we will cover prenatal visits, comfort measures, what normal birth looks like, how to help your clients get the birth they want, running your business, self-care, how to run a successful doula business and build your business to find the clients you want. Included with the on-call portion you will get personalized on-the-spot birth support, post-birth debriefing sessions and business support. This one-on-one training will help you take your doula business to the next level.
Apply Here for the Doula Mentorship
All of our Birth Doula Programs are in Vancouver BC in the Lower Mainland. We have a mix of
in-person sessions and online content. Start your Doula Business today!
Doula Mentorship
0$$250 / Month plus GSTValid for 12 months- 1:1 and Group Mentorship
- with Morag Hastings
- Pay Monthly or with Client Bookings
- NEW
Birth Doula Workshop
0$$795 for a 2 Day In-Person Workshop with 6 Weeks of Live Online Classes.Valid for 12 months- Level 1 Birth Doula Certificate Program
- Vancouver BC Canada
- Start your Doula Business
Birth Photography Mentorship
0$$250 / MonthValid for 12 months- Learn to take professional birth images
- with Morag from Apple Blossom Families.
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Birth Doula Course starting
June 2026
Limited Spots
“This has been such a valuable part of my journey into becoming a successful, fully booked birth doula and photographer. Morag is truly there for you anytime. If you’re looking for someone to help you make this work possible, learn about supporting physiological birth and navigating the system this is your best chance! Can not say enough good things about it ”
Martha, Instinctive Birth
"It’s been amazing working with Morag, she has so much wisdom and business insight. she has given me the confidence to get out there on my own and get into the birth world Head first!"
Cleo, Labourhood Doula
"This mentorship has been such an enriching and supportive learning experience on so many levels. It has been just what I need to take my work to the next level, next phase! I’m learning so much from Morag and the beautiful community she has created. I am feeling more confident about educating my clients on birth and how the system works, and setting them up for their best birth experiences. "
Ariel, Nook Births
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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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