Doulas are trained birth coaches who provide continuous emotional support, advocate for and aid informed decision-making during labor and deliver, assist with breastfeeding initiation and support, promote positive maternal mental health, and advocate for care within healthcare systems. Learn more by watching the video below.
Comprehensive Doula Training
With support from the Arkansas Blue & You Foundation, we are providing training to individuals across Arkansas to become doulas.
Over 6 months, program participants train with Ujima Maternity Network, Birthing Beyond, and UAMS to learn how to be a self-employed doula. Trainees learn essential caretaking and support skills, as well as skills to help manage self-employment.
Applications for trainings in 2025 are currently closed.
Questions? Email us at communityhealth@uams.edu.