Why Should You Consider Becoming a Fertility Doula?

Why Should You Consider Becoming a Fertility Doula?

The long and the short of it is because it is awesome, and people realllllly need support! Here are some reasons why becoming a fertility doula is awesome:

Nobody ever wishes to be someone with reproductive challenges, it is not something anyone would choose. But one thing that we do know is that having support throughout infertility can make a world of difference. 

MAKE MONEY BY MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Most folks do not get drawn to birth work because they only want to make money. However, we know that in order to continue to run a sustainable business, financial security is a part of that puzzle. People going through infertility need support. After taking this course, you are going to have the skills and resources to provide that support. You will be able to support yourself and your family financially by supporting someone else. 

MAKE YOUR OWN SCHEDULE

If you are looking to add a more organized service to your business, then becoming a fertility doula support is a great option. When working with fertility clients there is so much flexibility and opportunity to schedule clients at times that also work with your life. 

SETS YOU APART IN YOUR AREA

Fertility doula support is a growing area of expertise, but there is not nearly enough fertility doulas providing support! Adding fertility support to your offerings can set you apart from other doulas in your area and simultaneously fill a huge gap in care for folks trying to conceive. 

BE WITH YOUR CLIENTS LONGER 

If you are going to be offering fertility and birth support services, you will have the opportunity to support your clients through their entire perinatal journey. From conception through birth, you will have intimate knowledge and understanding of their conception experience and you will be able to tailor your support specifically to them. 

CLIENTS ARE SEEKING SUPPORT

With the rising number of couples and individuals facing fertility issues, the demand for accurate, evidence-based support is needed more than ever. Those dealing with fertility issues often face higher rates of anxiety and depression and those feelings don’t simply vanish upon becoming pregnant. As a fertility doula and birth worker, your expertise and on-going care provides the support your clients are seeking during this time of challenge and transition.

CONTINUITY IN CLIENT CARE

Adding fertility doula to your offerings as a birth worker will enable you to support your clients every step of the way during their reproductive journey, enabling not only continuity of care but also creating a deeper and more meaningful connection with them.

HYBRID & HOLISTIC CARE

By becoming a fertility doula, you will be adding multiple modalities to your offerings, ensuring that your approach is holistic and well-rounded in order to physically, emotionally and informationally support your clients. You will have the knowledge needed to facilitate support groups in your community and/or support clients/couples with individualized care.

As you can see, there are many reasons why folks want and need fertility support and many reasons why you might consider adding fertility specialist to your offerings. If you would like to explore what fertility training could look like, you’re invited to take a closer look at our Fertility Specialist Certification course.

Have questions about fertility and becoming a fertility doula? Shoot us an email at [email protected] and let’s chat!