Updates for postpartum doula program and regular doula classes

We are adding in a new book for postpartum doula. We dropped Sitting Moon as the book was becoming an issue to obtain at reasonable cost. We have decided that we needed another amazing book for our doulas, so we are adding in the book "The Next Level Postpartum Doula" by Marjon Murphy. This book is jam packed of information and basically guides you through like the first 10 days with a family. So, this book will be a new reading requirement for our doulas. If someone is on a scholarship, I will have one book to lend out if needed. I know this book is a bit more pricey than the other books, so we won't be able to provide it as part of any package deal - however, I think you will find it worth the price to purchase and read through it. 
​So, this new book is now required as of today August 6, 2026 for new doula students enrolling in postpartum doula. If you are an older student, we can waive it but we still recommend you read this book. 
Also, Postpartum doula now has a certification fee for nutritional doula - we are adding in a $40 fee for this part of the class. The fee can be added on (upon request) at beginning of your course or you can wait till you are ready to graduate and pay the $40 fee at that time. We will start keeping records of who pays at the beginning. If you are on a payment plan, it might be easier to add it in as a payment at the end of your plan. 
Learn about postpartum doula course here!
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Renewing Certifications - New system...
Oh, another thing we will be adding in a renewal for certifications starting September 1st, 2026. Why offer a renewal system? This is because the Doula Match is evaluating certifications and giving out a point system. A certification program that has renewals for certificates are going to get more points with this system, plus it makes more sense to keep in touch more with our graduates. Also this is a requirement for Carrot and we are Carrot approved. So, the renewal system at Catholic Doula is voluntary for previous students who graduated - but will be required after September 1st for anyone finishing studies after September 1st, 2026. So, it doesn't matter when you enrolled if you are not finished by August 31st then the renewal program will be required. I will only require it once every 3 years as that is what Carrot insurance requires and since we are also Carrot approved - we also need to offer a 3 year renewal status. We will charge a $50 renewal fee for the process and you can also take a continuing education course as well from us if so desired. Thank you so much - by Julie Larsen. 

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