Essential Doula Skills: Anatomy, Physiology, and Communication.
ELEMENTS OF ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
- External and Internal Genitalia
- Pelvis
- Pelvic Floor
- Uterus and other Structures
- Breasts
- Temporary structures supporting the baby
- Hormones of labour
- Reproductive continuum
- Breastfeeding
DOULA SKILLS
- Defining the work
- Challenges in labour
- Doula Toolbox
- Effective Prenatal Interaction Skills
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
- Self Assessment
- Setting Goals
- Elements of Communication
SELF CARE
- Autonomic Nervous System
- Social conditioning and expectations
- Personal experiences
- Processing Births and Debriefing
- Art of saying NO

SCOPE OF WORK AFTER SEMINAR 1
- Offer explanation and assist in birth plans
- Offer resources and strategies for communication with care giver
- Offer physical and emotional support in labour and birth