NEWSFLASH: POSTNATAL DOULA TRAINING 2025

THREE BURSARIES WORTH €200 TOWARDS THE COST OF THIS TRAINING ARE AVAILABLE ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVED BASIS.

AVAILABLE BOTH WITH PAYMENT PLAN AND FULL PAYMENT OPTION FOR THIS POSTNATAL DOULA TRAINING 2025. FILL OUT THE CONTACT FORM BELOW TO CLAIM ONE

Want to train as a postnatal doula?

  • Are you drawn to working with the amazing process of childbirth?

  • Have you an interest in supporting new mothers and their families?

  • Would you like to enable new mothers to feel comforted, informed, listened to and guided?

  • If you answered yes to any of those questions then maybe postnatal doula training is for you?

Supporting New Mothers

If you are already involved in birth work then Postnatal Doula Training will enable you to fully and more comprehensively support your clients.

People who have found that postnatal doula training have supported their existing work include:

  • Pregnancy yoga teachers

  • Breastfeeding counsellors

  • Antenatal educators

  • Complementary health specialists

Feel confident and assured in supporting new parents in the early days

“Krysia’s trainings empowers women who wish to support mothers through this often unknown time in their lives. Krysia invites a wide range of guest speakers to join her on the training, educating attendees on everything from the physiological workings of the pregnant body, to the experiences of ethnic minorities within the Irish medical system. The course also provides extensive teachings on turning your training into a thriving business, covering contracts, finances and social media engagement.. ”
— Ciuin Tracey @thequietdoula

This course will provide you with all the skills and training you to need to feel confident and assured in supporting new mothers and their partners in the early days of parenting.

What will you learn?

Here are some of the modules you will receive and discover in the training program:

Day 1 - Postnatal Doula Training with Krysia Lynch

  • Birthing in the Irish Maternity Services

  • Postnatal Care in the Irish Maternity Services

  • The Postnatal body

  • The Healthy neonate

  • Trauma Sensitive approaches

  • Supporting new identities

Day 2- Postnatal Doula Training with Krysia Lynch

  • Postnatal care and support just after birth

  • Care and support at home with a new baby

  • Listening to the birth story

  • Supporting a babymoon

  • Supporting a new family; other children and partners

  • Referral systems

Day 3- Postnatal Doula Training with Krysia Lynch

  • The basics of infant feeding

  • Nourishing nd feeding the new mother

  • Micronutrients

  • Complementary therapies and their approach to the postnatal

  • Working with infant sleep

Day 4- Postnatal Doula Training with Krysia Lynch

  • Baby wearing and the use of slings

  • Neonatal routines

  • Postnatal doula skill box

  • Cultural diversity and institutional racism

  • Supporting loss

  • Your doula business

  • Self reflection and mentoring

Day 5- Postnatal Doula Training with Krysia Lynch

  • Breastfeeding - the why

  • Breastfeeding - the how

  • Breastfeeding in Ireland

  • How people are taught to breastfeed in Ireland

  • Breastfeeding basics

  • The effects of birthing culture in Ireland on breastfeeding

  • Embracing diversity in breastfeeding

Day 6- Postnatal Doula Training with Krysia Lynch

  • The sleepy baby that won’t feed

  • The baby who won’t latch

  • The fussy baby that won’t stop feeding

  • The mother with discomfort and pain in the nipples

  • The mother with discomfort and pain in the breasts

  • The mother who is pumping and wants to return to breastfeeding

  • The mother who is supplementing and wants to return to breastfeeding

  • The mother who doesn’t have much milk

  • ‘The baby with slow weight gain

  • The mother who wants to make more milk

Your postnatal training includes?

  1. Expert live instruction. Unrivalled postnatal doula training is provided by an established expert in the field who actively works as a postnatal doula.

  2. Flexibility in live learning modes: Training is available either live in person in Dublin or live streamed by zoom to anywhere in the world. This is especially helpful for people who live further away or who have young children.

  3. Postnatal Doula Certification

  4. Lactation Doula Certification

  5. Flexible on demand and playback options. Full recordings of every session to watch back at your leisure forever. This is helpful to people who have work or family obligations and who find it difficult to attend live in person or live by zoom for each session.

  6. Four digital workbook and course manuals. An An 80 page manual for lactation and breastfeeding including two modules on common issues a postnatal doula will encounter, how to recognise them and how to support the mother and when to refer.. Two digital  postnatal manuals of 70 pages each. A separate manual for anatomy and physiology as well as extra hand outs.

  7. 35 study modules – 27  modules on postnatal care and 8 modules on breastfeeding support 

  8. Six guest speakers from experts in their fields covering baby wearing, ayurvedic postnatal approaches, trauma informed support, nutrition and diet, cultural diversity and pregnancy loss.

  9. Full module on maternal postnatal anatomy and the anatomy of the healthy neonate with 25 page digital manual and workbook.

  10. Discount on birth doula training. A discount of €400 on the Comprehensive Doula Training Course applies to all those who have done the postnatal doula training 

  11. Membership of a Peer Support Group to enable you to complete the certification program by September 2025 and to support you in your doula work forever.

  12. Focus on your postnatal business from the get go – enabling you to start taking clients as soon as the course finishes and you are certified

Ready to book?

Note: there is an upfront deposit payment of €200 with the payment plan.

Why do your Postnatal Doula Training with me?

Choosing to undergo postnatal doula training with me can be a transformative and rewarding experiences:

I am a working doula in Ireland today. One of the key strengths of my postnatal doula training course is that I am a  doula currently working in Dublin today. So I share up to date information from my own constantly evolving practical experience.

Expertise and Experience: I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to my postnatal doula training programs. As a seasoned doula with a deep understanding of the postpartum period, I offer invaluable insights, practical skills, and evidence-based practices to empower trainees in supporting new families during this critical time. I have attended over 250 births in Dublin and I have supported 1000’s of families in the postpartum period. I am also an established trainer and facilitator with decades of experience in education learning and in designing high quality courses and learning materials.

Comprehensive Curriculum: My postnatal doula training curriculum is comprehensive, covering a wide range of topics essential for providing effective postpartum support. From newborn care and breastfeeding assistance to emotional wellness and community resources, trainees receive thorough preparation to address the diverse needs of postpartum families. It is also specifically designed to cover al the aspects of care and support that will be required in an Irish context. Most important of all it is up to date, based on my continued practice as a doula and postnatal doula.

Holistic Approach to Support: I emphasize a holistic approach to postnatal support, recognizing that the needs of new parents extend beyond physical care to include emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Trainees learn how to provide holistic support that nurtures the entire family unit, fostering resilience, confidence, and empowerment during the postpartum transition.

Hands-On Training and Mentorship: Through hands-on training and mentorship from me, trainees gain practical experience and confidence in their abilities as postnatal doulas. Whether through simulated scenarios, role-playing exercises, or real-world case studies, I provide guidance and feedback to help trainees refine their skills and approach.

Evidence-Based Practices: My postnatal doula training is grounded in evidence-based practices and current research in maternal-infant health. Trainees learn to incorporate the latest evidence-based interventions, strategies, and resources into their support services, ensuring that they offer high-quality, informed care to families during the postpartum period. I am one of Ireland’s most trusted birth advocates and campaigners for improved maternity care and I have been involved in securing many improvements in the care mothers receive in the postnatal period in Ireland. I am often asked to contribute to conferences, committees and policy development

Cultural Sensitivity and Inclusivity: I prioritize cultural sensitivity and inclusivity in my training programs, recognizing and honoring the diversity of families and traditions. Trainees learn to provide culturally competent care, respecting the unique beliefs, customs, and preferences of the families they serve.

Established Expert in my field: I am is a parenting expert featured in numerous newspaper articles radio shows and talks on RTE, Virgin, Newstalk, The Irish Times, The Irish Independent, The Sunday Business Post, The Journal, The Farmer’s Journal, FM 106, Today FM, Midlands FM, LMFM, KCLR FM, Tipp FM, Highland Radio to name just a few. I was also a parenting agony aunt in The Journal from 2019 -2020.

Professional Development and Networking Opportunities: By participating in my postnatal doula training, individuals gain access to professional development opportunities and networking resources within the doula community. Trainees have the chance to connect with fellow doulas, attend additional workshops and conferences, and access ongoing support and mentorship as they embark on their doula careers.

Internationally recognised lecturer facilitator researcher and teacher: I have been trained as a facilitator, teacher, lecturer, tutor and researcher. I have taught in Universities around the world and in many different contexts. I have provided trainings in corporate settings, government settings and informal settings. I am renowned for my presentation facilitation and teaching skills.

Lactation Doula Training (valued at €400) included

Empowerment of Postpartum Families: By offering knowledgeable and compassionate support in both postnatal doula care and lactation support, trainees empower postpartum families to make informed decisions about their breastfeeding journey and overall postpartum experience. This empowerment fosters confidence, resilience, and positive outcomes for mothers and infants.

Postnatal doula training with a lactation consultant provides trainees with a unique opportunity to acquire comprehensive skills, knowledge, and expertise in supporting postpartum families, particularly in the critical area of breastfeeding support. This integrated approach enhances the quality and effectiveness of care provided by postnatal doulas, ultimately benefiting the health and well-being of mothers and babies.

Unlike other postnatal doula trainings this training offers two qualifications. It offers both a Postnatal Doula Certification and also a Lactation Doula certification preparing you to offer postnatal support with confidence based on knowledge and training. I am an International Board Certified  Lactation Consultant with nearly two decades of experience supporting families in their  breastfeeding journey which enables her to offer an integrated approach to postpartum support.  

Integrated Support: My dual expertise as a postnatal doula and lactation consultant allows for a more integrated approach to postpartum support. Trainees can learn how to seamlessly incorporate lactation support into their doula services, providing comprehensive care to new mothers and infants.

Comprehensive Skill Set: By receiving training from a knowledgeable professional in both postnatal doula care and lactation support, trainees gain a comprehensive skill set that enables them to address a wide range of needs and challenges faced by postpartum families.

Breastfeeding Support: Breastfeeding is a crucial aspect of postpartum care, and working with a facilitator that is an IBCLC allows postnatal doulas to offer valuable breastfeeding support to new mothers. Trainees learn how to assist with breastfeeding initiation, positioning, latch, troubleshooting common breastfeeding issues, and also how to provide  emotional support during the breastfeeding journey.

Promotion of Successful Breastfeeding: Postnatal doulas trained by a lactation consultant are better equipped to promote successful breastfeeding outcomes among their clients. They can provide evidence-based information, practical guidance, and encouragement to help mothers establish and maintain breastfeeding goals.

Early Identification of Breastfeeding Challenges: Training with a lactation consultant enables postnatal doulas to recognise early signs of breastfeeding difficulties and intervene promptly to address them. This proactive approach can help prevent breastfeeding problems from escalating and improve overall breastfeeding success rates.

Collaboration with Healthcare Providers: Postnatal doulas trained by an IBCLC can collaborate effectively with healthcare providers, including lactation consultants, midwives, nurses, and pediatricians, to ensure comprehensive care for postpartum families. This collaboration facilitates seamless referrals and continuity of care, enhancing the overall support network available to new mothers.

Dates

Weekend 1: 1st and 2nd March 2025

Weekend 2: 26th and 27th April 2025 

Weekend 3: 17th and 18th May 2025

Location and Course Delivery

This will be given as a hybrid course both live in person and live online. You may elect to undergo the course fully in person, fully online or a mixture of both. All sessions are recorded and you will be able to review those at your leisure in case you miss a session in real time, or in case you want to go over anything. If you want you may do all, or the majority of the course by playback

I will be offering the in-person part of this course at INSIGHT MATTERS in Capel St Dublin am so looking forward to seeing you all!

Please note that there are very limited spaces on this course.

Number of spaces left: 10

Note this will be the ONLY postnatal doula training I am offering in 2025

Ready to book?

Note: there is an upfront deposit payment of €200 with the payment plan.

Train to make a meaningful difference

Postnatal doula training with Krysia offers a comprehensive, holistic, and empowering preparation for individuals seeking to support new families during the postpartum period. With Krysia’s guidance, trainees emerge equipped with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to make a meaningful difference in the lives of postpartum families.

My experience, my training and my expertise combined means I truly believe that this is one of the best, most up to date and comprehensive postnatal doula course available in Ireland today.

Amazing Bonuses

BONUS 1: Melissa Curtis -The Postnatal Body

Delighted to announce that Melissa Curtis Women’s health expert and postnatal pelvic yoga expert from Tummy Love will be joining us to talk about the postnatal body. What changes and is different in the postnatal body? How does the whole pelvic floor area change and how does it heal? How does the abdomen change and heal? What exercises are advised and not recommended? Melissa is also an accredited baby massage instructor and will speak about the healthy neonate. How do they function? what is their physiology like and how does their body work. She will explain that they are quite different to a small adult! This training with Melissa is valued at €150

Amazing Bonuses

BONUS 2: Anne Marie Toole – Trauma Informed Communication

We are so lucky to have the amazing Anne Maire Toole joining us. Anne Maire is a psychotherapist and  co founder and clinical director of the thriving Dublin Therapy and Counselling Centre Insight Matters. She facilitates personal development groups and is a university lecturer in areas of mental health, sexuality. She specialises in communication and healthy interactions and will be talking about trauma informed communication. We are particularly fortunate to have Anne Marie with us on this course as Anne Marie made a commitment to her family that she would not lecture this year – so a rare and wonderful opportunity to connect with a wise and incredibly insightful mentor. Any training with Anne Marie is priceless. This training and guidance is valued at €300

Amazing Bonuses

BONUS 3: Aine O Sullivan – Ayurvedic traditions in the postnatal period

Aine O Sullivan from Ostara Ayurveda is a postnatal doula and an Ayurvedic practitioner. She will be talking about nourishing the new mother and Ayurvedic traditions in the postnatal period. This training is normally valued at €100

Guest speakers

Lucy Abana Dubin

Lucy is an advocate for migrant and minority people who are pregnant and birthing in Ireland. She is the Vice Chair of AIMS Ireland. She brings a unique perspective on the experiences of migrant and ethnic minority people in the postnatal.

Kadi King

Kadi King is a postnatal doula and a qualified nurse and nutritionist. She will be talking about micronutrients and how to ensure that mothers and babies maintain adequate access to all the minerals and vitamins they need.

Justyna Czyż

Justyna Czyż is a doula and baby wearing expert and consultant. She will be demonstrating a wide variety of slings wraps and baby carriers and also discussing where to access and find appropriate baby wearing support for your clients.

Ready to book?

Note: there is an upfront deposit payment of €200 with the payment plan.

What do the doulas I have trained say?

“Krysia is an amazing Doula. She became my mentor and teacher when I joined her doula course last year. Her course taught me so much about the birthing process, the anatomy of the birthing person and the Irish maternity system. Above all she showed me how to be a great doula with a successful business and how to believe in myself. Krysia has an abundance of knowledge and skills that she shares so generously. She is a very skilled instructor but also kind insightful and supportive. I cannot recommend her highly enough as a tutor, mentor and instructor.” Jenny Woods @jen.clabbywoos 

“I had the pleasure of participating in Krysia’s doula training in 2019. I took part in the course throughout my 3rd pregnancy and can say that I thought it was the most important gift I’ve ever given myself. The care, compassion, and community created for the duration of the course (and beyond) were and are so empowering and uplifting, it was the perfect way to embark on a new departure in becoming a doula. Krysia as a tutor created such a supportive, fun, energetic and sharing space that the days went by so quickly and it felt at times we would burst with knowledge and excitement. If you are considering joining the next doula training with Krysia, stop thinking and just do it – you really won’t regret it. Enjoy!” Fiona Fenton

I had the honour to train with Krysia to become a birth doula back in 2019. Krysia’s wisdom, deep compassion, respect and reverence for this sacred right of passage is why I chose to study with her after two years of researching trainings. This is a time I will always cherish for my own transformation and for gifting me the tools to be able to offer this sacred work in the world. @SIneadlucia.love

Is this course right for me?

For further information on the course content get in touch. I would love to chat to you. Email me at drkrysia@gmail.com or fill out the contact form below