Creating a successful motherbaby business by patty brennan this book will go over how to make your startup doula business a success. The doula business guide meet your next favorite book. Setting yours up will help with your search engine results and get your practice included on map results for local service listings. I had no idea how to go about starting my own business and. This birth doula contract was created by an attorney that works with doulas on a regular basis. The usual clients for this kind of business are new parents wouldbe. Several months later i was attending a 3 day training in austin, tx by a dona instructor. Below are some guidelines for all doula would be professionals who want to start this business. How a trained labor companion can help you have a shorter, easier, and healthier birth by john h. These are the perfect note cards to leave with your clients on your last visit.
The landscape for doulas is ever changing, growing, evolving. Building my sustainable doula practice birth takes a village. There are countless home based business opportunities just waiting for you to begin. Doula business basics free course this practical online course is designed for new and seasoned doulas to help you build and grow your business. To accomplish this goal you of course need a card that is memorable in its design, but perhaps the most direct approach is to feature some kind of giveaway on the. Its useful for its own sake, as well as complementing the more. You have found the perfect business idea, and now you are ready to take the next step. Reading a book in this group will help you understand why and how doula care is so. Becoming a doula 19 things to do when your doula business. A lot of the info in here wasnt applicable to me since i have no desire to start a non profit or doula collective but the info that. We have put together this simple guide to starting your doula service. Doula business tips childbirth professionals international.
Save 40% off when you order six or more copies of any book. Prodoula ceo randy patterson trains doulas in the business of. I purchased this book back when i was still training to become a doula and i am so glad that i did. In this regards, it is advised that a doula should advertise her services by giving free parenting talks in prenatal classes. Randy patterson has successfully consulted for more than 600 birth workers since 2009 and believes firsthand in the power of oneonone support. See more ideas about doula, doula business and birth doula. It is an easy way to get a high quality contact that is customized to the way that you run your doula business. Jul 23, 2016 whether youre just starting out or firmly established, achieving and maintaining certification is solid business decision that benefits not just families and our profession, but you as a doula business owner. If you are looking to start your doula business or expand your client base, having a facebook page for yourself is a fantastic way to start.
Whether youre just starting out or firmly established, achieving and maintaining certification is solid business decision that benefits not just families and our profession, but you as a doula business owner. They are not required for certification and you do not need to read them cover to cover. It will cover how to set up and grow a small business as well as tax concerns. Doulagivers includes several, invaluable marketing tools when starting your end of life doula practice. You can claim your free 10step checklist for starting your doula business for an overview of how to begin setting up your business systems. Submit a press release to your local news outlets about your business. The doula profession continues to grow and those with business savvy will thrive.
Great info and i suggest that if you are considering becoming a doula you start with this book first. Each one reads honored to be your doula on the front and has a blank inside just big enough to leave a small note. We have heard some confusion from several doulas about how to actually go about doing this, so here is an easy, stepbystep, with pictures, explanation of how to. So were hearing that you want to grow your doula business and impact. Kim james has run a successful birth doula business for 16 years in seattle, washington.
Blog doula business becoming a professional doula means taking care of business. Most homebased businesses will require some sort of internet connection. Jul 07, 2017 your doula business card needs to serve as a seduction, an invitation to learn more. My first introduction to doulas was the business of being born documentary on netflix. This session brings together your joyful, creative playful mind and your analytical, organizational, goal oriented mind. Birth and postpartum doula business tips birth arts. Dona international doulas build successful doula businesses based on integrity, commitment and respect.
Each one reads honored to be your doula on the front and has a. Youll find tips on becoming a doula, doula training strategies, doula marketing tips, doula productivity tips, advice on starting your doula business, and so much more. Develop your handson skills as a postpartum doula, enabling you to provide the best care possible, and identify strategies for establishing and developing your business. As your business consultant, randy works with you on business strategy, organization, and strategic planning. You will want to stash these books in your doula bag or library to help answer questions from future clients. We will start with the concept of ikigai or joyful purpose and the dtd marketing exercise in your training manual, and then use mind mapping techniques to tap into the creative part of your brain. Every doulas goals and dreams for her practice are different. Choosing a name for your doula business new beginnings. Your doula business card needs to serve as a seduction, an invitation to learn more.
Doulas 5 effective ways to get more doula clients bellybelly. To accomplish this goal you of course need a card that is memorable in its design, but perhaps the most direct approach is to feature some kind of giveaway on the back of your card that they have to visit the site to receive. Your doula business card creative approaches to attract new. See more ideas about business, starting your own business, business marketing. Starting any career or business is hard work and no this is not a complete guide to running a business but it is a very comprehensive book on what a business. Youll learn how to support a new parent in the early weeks, and feel confident in taking care of themselves and their new baby. With the new 3rd edition of the doula business guide, patty brennan provides freshly updated resources and insights into the business side of being a doula. I had been present for a few births prior to this training. The doula business guide 2nd edition is the musthave, comprehensive resource for anyone seeking to establish an independent doula business or program. You can find many free resources online on how to submit a press release, this is a common way to promote your doula business. After your course there is a period of home study to really cement your learning and of course we advise all our doulas to get out there and gain as much realworld experience as possible. Honored to be your doula note cards, pack of 10 updated design. Dec 29, 2018 with this new 3rd edition of the doula business guide, patty brennan provides freshlyupdated resources and insights into the business side of being a doula.
Speaking of backups, if youre going to run a doula business, you need to have a good backup doula system. Darlene lives in austin, tx with her family and jackhuahua and celebrates her small kitchen appliance and gadget addiction by cooking as many meals as possible without using the stove. Skimmed the book quite a bit since ive read a few howtostartabusiness type books i have dreams. In the birth community i see many doulas advertising and courting the same 10% of the population.
Reading this book will show you different nonprofit, hospitalbased, and communitybased doula models which. Apr 17, 2017 when it comes time to register your business, part of the process will be to check the availability of your business name. Postpartum doula training and certification start today. Solutions for your doula business page 2 yourdoulabag. The secret to a smooth doula business startup the doula. Its useful for its own sake, as well as complementing the more detailed guidance provided in the doula business guide. Getting paid is a problem for many professional doulas, says randy patterson, who set out to change the industry four years ago with her prodoula startup. Whether you take 2 clients a year or 6 a month, birth is unpredictable and its only responsible to have a good backup plan for potential birth overlaps, or in case of illness, etc. I was the only black person and person of color in the training. All the answers you need to know for starting your doula business. There is more to starting a business than just registering it with the state. Tools to create a thriving practice, 3rd edition 2019 the workbook features interactive tools designed to help you plan, organize and grow your business. Starting any career or business is hard work and no this is not a complete guide to running a business but it is a very comprehensive book on what a business looks like for a doula. Discover why this book is required reading for a growing number of doulas of all kinds.
We are focused exclusively on the doula profession and have been for over 25 years. Most of your business will come from word of mouth eventually. The paperback of the the doula business guide, 3rd edition. The 3 keys to starting your end of life doula business areyou must be comfortable with. As a growing number of endoflife doulas are pioneering new approaches to compassionate support at the other end of the birthdeath continuum, there will be many who can benefit from. Before you get excited about starting your home based business idea, you first have to make sure you have the right tools in place. Over 300 pages of inspiration and useful information for launching your dream career and making it pay well. How to start a doula business childbirth professionals. When it comes time to register your business, part of the process will be to check the availability of your business name. With this new 3rd edition of the doula business guide, patty brennan provides freshlyupdated resources and insights into the business side of being a doula. The intention of the course is to help you focus and take action. Nov 04, 2015 speaking of backups, if youre going to run a doula business, you need to have a good backup doula system. With the new 3rd edition of the doula business guide, patty brennan provides freshly updated resources and insights into the.
Youll probably do good to verify that your exact business name is not registered as a federal trade mark either. Creating a facebook page for your doula business the. Promotional materials these can be white papers, business cards, flyers or other intriguing tools that will get people to pick up the phone and call you. Doula business consulting doula training and certification. Below are some guidelines for all doulawould be professionals who want to start this business. She introduces you to the skills and knowledge necessary in order for you to thrive. How to start a doula service starting your own llc is easy. Well, this board is filled with doula business resources to help you do just that.