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This program is designed to provided evidence based Community Doula services to expectant birthing people , specifically those aged 13-25 who come from BIPOC and queer communities located in here in Louisiana.

Birth Warrior Training Syllabus

Created by Yemaya’s Village Inc.

Course Overview:

The Birth Warrior Training is designed to equip doulas with the trauma informed knowledge, cultural competency, and practical skills needed to support BIPOC and queer birthing individuals both in and out of hospital settings. This course blends historical context, traditional birthing practices, and modern perinatal care to foster well-rounded birth workers.

Training Modules & Objectives:

Module 1: Introduction to Doula Care and Cultural Humility

• Define the role of a doula and scope of practice, ethics, standards of care

• Understand cultural humility in birth work

• Discuss ethical considerations and client-centered care

Module 2: The History of Birthing in America

• Explore historical birthing practices in the U.S.

• Analyze the impact of medicalization of birth

• Understand systemic barriers and racial disparities in maternal health

Module 3: African American Birthing Traditions and Practices

• Learn ancestral birth traditions and their relevance today

• Discuss the role of midwives and community birth workers in Black communities

• Explore spiritual and holistic approaches to birth

Module 4: Maternal and Fetal Mortality and Morbidity in Louisiana

• Examine Louisiana’s maternal and fetal health statistics

• Identify contributing factors to racial disparities

• Discuss advocacy strategies to address mortality rates

Module 5: Perinatal and Labor Support

• Review the Anatomy & Physiology of the birthing body, baby and stages of labor

• Practice comfort measures, breathing techniques, and labor positioning

• Understand emotional support and advocacy during labor

Module 6: Postpartum Support and Infant Care

• Learn postpartum recovery phases, Maternal mental health, and emotional wellness

• Understand newborn care, including safe sleep and bonding

• Discuss postpartum mood disorders and community resources

• Navigating the transition for families post birth( e.g..siblings, intimate relationships, etc)

Module 7: Lactation Support

• Review breast anatomy and physiology of lactation

• Understand common breastfeeding challenges and solutions

• Learn culturally responsive lactation support strategies

Module 8: All About the Business

• Explore doula business models and pricing structures

• HIPAA Compliance and confidentiality

• Learn how to build a sustainable birth work practice, professional conduct

• Discuss marketing, branding, and community engagement

• Self Care and healthy boundaries

Module 9: Practical Skills and Certifications

• Hands-on practice of essential doula skills

• Review required certifications (e.g., CPR,NPR, newborn care, )

• Prepare for professional doula certification and continuing education

Course Structure & Requirements:

• Cost: $650

• Duration: 40 hours

• Delivery: Hybrid (In-person & Virtual Sessions)

• Assignments: Readings, Discussions, Practical Demonstrations

• Certification: Completion of all modules and practical assessments

This Program was created to provide Reproductive Health education to the Louisiana’s Youth . It consists of Childbirth Education, Lactation Education, with an Emphasis on Reproductive Health sessions. YHE is a safe space that fosters important much needed conversations that are often seen as hard or uncomfortable.

This program was created to provide community outreach. We are dedicated to having informative community conversations as well as establishing our Village Closet where the birthing community in need has access to clothing and supplies for both baby and themselves. We believe that as a Village we can create lasting positive change. Who better to participate in these events and conversation than those it will directly impact.