Become a Doula in just 7 days

The complete guide to setting up and running your doula practice

By: Emilia Fensby

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Revised for 2025. With additional bonus material, and corrected links.

Are you passionate about supporting women during pregnancy and childbirth?

And maybe you’ve thought about being your own boss?

If so, becoming a professional doula might be the perfect career for you, especially if you’ve had a baby or helped someone who has.

The physical and emotional upheaval surrounding pregnancy and birth are challenging for most women. So they often choose to have someone on hand to help and guide them. And that person could be you.

In the past, communities had strong networks of women who assisted each other during pregnancy and childbirth. Today, many of those networks no longer exist; and doctors and midwives have only a limited time to give to each mother. That’s why doulas play such a vital role.

It’s surprisingly easy to become a doula. You don’t require capital, equipment, premises or staff.

And there is no state license requirement. Unlike midwives, therapists or nurses, doulas are not certified or regulated, There is nothing to prevent you from hanging out your shingle.

But you need the necessary knowledge. And ‘Become a Doula in just 7 days’ covers that - in addition to your own experience.

It shows you what services to offer, and how to attract clients. It explains how to set your prices, how to operate your service professionally, and how to work with other healthcare professionals.

After reading the book, you’ll have the knowledge and skills to become a practising doula. You’ll be ready to start your fulfilling new role, helping families at the beginning of their most important journey.