Welcome to The Doula Training Foundation
If you've been thinking about becoming a doula, you’re in the right place. Our immersive 4-day in-person training is designed to fully prepare you to support women and families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. Not only will you gain the essential knowledge and hands-on skills, but you'll also leave feeling confident, empowered, and ready to build a successful doula business.
Why Train With Us?
The Doula Training Foundation Course is the culmination of decades of learning, experience, and passion. Jemma and Anne-Marie have spent nearly 20 years at the forefront of doula care, supporting countless families across various birth settings, leading hypnobirthing classes, and providing vital postpartum support. As two of the busiest doulas in the North West, their real-world expertise ensures that this course is practical, evidence-based, and truly prepares you for life as a working doula. But, this course isn’t just about learning—it’s about connection, confidence, and hands-on experience.
In-Person Learning – We believe that face-to-face training builds deeper connections and real confidence in supporting families. This isn’t just another online course—you’ll be fully immersed in the world of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care.
Small Group Setting – To give you the best learning experience, we keep our classes intentionally small. This allows for personalised attention, trust, and meaningful peer support throughout the training.
Varied Teaching Styles – We combine practical hands-on learning, interactive discussions, and real-life scenarios to give you a well-rounded experience that prepares you for the realities of doula work.
Ongoing Support for Your Doula Journey — Training with us is just the beginning—we’re here to support you every step of the way. From mentoring calls and a private WhatsApp community to monthly doula check-ins and in-person meet-ups, you'll have a strong network to guide and encourage you as you build your doula career.
Your Doula Journey Starts Here
If you’re passionate about supporting families and want to start a career that truly makes a difference, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
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"Anne-Marie and Jemma have created something truly spectacular with this course, they have created a really supportive community of doulas and offer ongoing support. The course itself was well structured and packed full of practical information, I completed their Doula UK approved course in November ‘23 and have since supported multiple clients. I have not had to do this alone because the support extends beyond the course, it gave me a lot of confidence to have a wonderful community in my pocket while at my first couple of births. I am very glad to have chosen The Doula Training Foundation to train as a doula, I look forward to support more clients with the knowledge I have gained from The Doula Training Foundation.”
Sarah Morgan-Roberts
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Curious about what it takes to become a doula?
Join us for a special Introduction to Doula-ing—an inspiring hour filled with everything you need to know about starting your journey as a doula. Whether you’ve always felt called to birth work or are just exploring the idea, this is the perfect opportunity to take that first step.
During this session, you’ll meet experienced doulas and trainers, Jemma and Anne-Marie, who are passionate about empowering future doulas like you. They’ll share their expertise, answer your questions, and give you an honest insight into what being a doula is all about.
Discover how doulas truly make a difference—reducing birth trauma, improving outcomes for mums and babies, and offering vital support during the postpartum period. We’ll also walk you through our comprehensive doula training course, sharing what makes it unique and why the world needs more doulas now more than ever.
You’ll hear real-life stories of how doula work changes lives—both for the families you’ll support and for you. Learn how this beautiful role can fit into your life, whether you’re balancing family commitments or a career change.
Take this opportunity to connect, learn, and envision yourself in a career that empowers women and transforms lives. We can’t wait to welcome you into the world of doula-ing.
From £888
The Doula Training Foundation Course is an immersive four-day, in-person training programme designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to support families during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Set in a loving, supportive environment, this course blends pre-course preparation, hands-on learning, and small group settings to create the best possible experience. You’ll learn practical skills like comfort measures, rebozo techniques, and postpartum planning while exploring real-life examples, scenarios, and role plays to deepen your understanding and set you up for success.
Each day is thoughtfully structured to cover a wide range of topics:
Day 1: We’ll start with intention setting, birth reflections, and exploring the doula’s role. You’ll dive into the physiology of birth, the hormonal matrix of labour, and “herstory.”
Day 2: Focus on birth and postpartum plans, labour stages, optimal positioning, and practical tools like rebozo and massage. We’ll also discuss pain relief, comfort measures, and the enchantment hours of immediate postpartum.
Day 3: Learn how to navigate complex pregnancies, support diverse family dynamics, and dealing with the unexpected. We’ll also cover postpartum care, infant feeding, and newborn behaviour.
Day 4: The final day prepares you for antenatal sessions, business setup, marketing, and self-care. We’ll discuss client management, mentoring, and sustainability before closing the circle.
After the course, you’ll continue to feel supported with a follow-up mentoring call, access to a private WhatsApp group for ongoing learning and connection, and monthly “doula cuddles” via Zoom. You’ll have six months to complete your post-course module, receive a certificate as proof of your achievements, and gain logos for your promotional materials. Plus, you’re invited to regular in-person meet-ups to nurture your growing doula community.
This course is designed to help you launch your doula career with confidence and feel fully prepared to make a meaningful difference for the families you’ll support.
From £1595
Extended Doula Course and Retreat
Join us for a transformative experience at our Extended Doula Course and Retreat, where the hustle and bustle of daily life takes a back seat. Nestled in a serene venue, this retreat invites you to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself and fellow participants. Immerse yourself in enriching workshops on essential skills like massage and bathing baby, all while enjoying the luxury of time for journalling and personal reflection. With full accommodation provided, you'll cultivate deep connections in a supportive environment, gaining confidence and knowledge to elevate your doula practice. Embrace the art of being present, and leave feeling revitalised and inspired!
Step into a serene, nurturing space where learning and connection go hand in hand. Our extended doula course and retreat is designed to slow things down, allowing more time for reflection, journalling, and deep connection with yourself, your peers, and your journey into doula work.
Over the course of five immersive days, you’ll stay at the venue with fellow participants, creating a unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships and fully embrace the experience. Alongside the comprehensive training, there will be plenty of time to practise essential skills, like massage, rebozo techniques, and infant feeding, all in a hands-on, supportive environment.
This retreat isn’t just about learning—it’s about creating space to grow, reflect, and prepare for your future as a doula in a calm and inspiring setting.
Whether you're soaking up knowledge in the classroom, practising techniques, or journalling in a quiet moment, this retreat will leave you feeling confident, empowered, and ready to support families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
Ready to slow down, connect, and take your doula journey to the next level? Join us for a transformative experience like no other.
£2222
For those seeking a completely individualised learning experience, our one-to-one doula training is the perfect option. Designed to fit around your needs, this private course allows you to learn at your own pace and focus on the areas that matter most to you.
Held either in the comfort of your own home or at a venue of your choosing, this bespoke training ensures a distraction-free environment where you can dive deeply into every aspect of doula work. With all the attention focused on you, you’ll have the unique opportunity to:
Customise Your Learning Experience: Prioritise the topics and skills you feel are most important.
Ask All the Questions: Receive in-depth answers and guidance tailored to your individual needs.
Gain Personalised Feedback: Practise hands-on skills like massage, rebozo, and infant feeding with one-to-one support and guidance.
Whether you’re looking for flexibility, privacy, or an intensive learning experience, this option allows you to feel fully prepared and confident in your journey to becoming a doula.
Ready to take the next step on your terms? Let us create a bespoke training experience that empowers and inspires you.
Becoming a doula is an incredible journey, but it’s one that thrives on ongoing support and connection. Our doula mentoring programme is designed to nurture and guide you, whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow in your practice as a birth or postnatal doula.
In a supportive and nurturing space, we’ll help you navigate the challenges, celebrate the wins, and build your confidence as you develop your skills and experience. Mentoring offers:
Personalised Guidance: Address specific challenges, client scenarios, or areas where you feel less confident.
Emotional Support: A safe space to process your experiences, share your successes, and gain encouragement.
Practical Insights: Tips and advice to strengthen your practice, manage clients, and balance the demands of doula work.
Mentoring is about more than just learning—it’s about helping you feel seen, supported, and empowered as you grow into the doula you aspire to be. Whether you’re supporting families through birth or postpartum, we’re here to ensure you always feel prepared, connected, and confident.
Let’s walk this journey together.
“What an incredible jam packed 4 days! I highly recommend this course to anyone that is passionate about considering becoming a doula. The guidance, knowledge and experiences shared from Anne-Marie & Jemma were completely invaluable. I never expected to walk away after just four days with such knowledge and confidence to build my own career in this area. I’m forever grateful to Jemma & Anne-Marie for delivering such a thorough, comprehensive, educational, emotional and fun training course. Thank you!”
Millie Falconer
Get to know us
The Doula Training Foundation course offers you a unique opportunity to train with two experienced career doulas. Jemma, who trained as a midwife at one of the biggest teaching hospitals in the UK and has been a successful doula since 2016 and Anne-Marie who is a qualified “train the trainer” coach, mentor and has been doulaing since 2017. Between them they have supported hundreds of women and their families; from pre-conception and IVF to wild pregnancy and heavily managed, high-risk pregnancies to elective caesarean and free birth.
Jemma and Anne-Marie have a huge knowledge base, tonnes of experience and most importantly, can communicate that in a fun and engaging manner. They are both incredibly passionate about supporting women and their families and they now love to share that passion and knowledge with newer doulas.
Course Dates
5/6th &12/13th April in Little Sutton, Cheshire with Anne-Marie and Jemma
6-9th June in Buckinghamshire with Jemma
27-30th June in Leeds with Anne-Marie and Jemma
11-14th August in Little Sutton, Cheshire with Anne-Marie and Jemma
*6-10th October in Bala, North Wales with Anne-Marie and Jemma * Residential*
14-17th November in Richmond, Yorkshire with Anne-Marie and Jemma
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