Doula Retreat
We're BACK - for our 7th annual DOULA RETREAT
(after a 3 year Covid break)
The Doula Retreat is open to any birth worker in Alabama and surrounding states.
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We can't wait to share a day together!!!
Join us for a full day of relaxation, recharging, connecting and learning!
When: Saturday, October 14th
Time: 8:30 am to 8:30 pm
Where: 6523 1st Avenue North
Birmingham, AL 35206
With thanks to ELI Thrive for allowing us to use their space.
Please bring a dish to share for lunch or dinner!
2023 Retreat Schedule
tentative and under construction
8:30 - 9 am:
Check-in, coffee and light breakfast snacks
9 am - 9:30 am:
Icebreaker activity
Facilitators: Holly Horan & Hannah Ellis
9:30 am - 11 am:
Yoga for Self Care: Birthwork and Balance
Facilitator: Shonda Spencer
Bring a yoga mat!
11 am - 11:15 am:
Break
11:15 am - 12:15 pm:
Discussion: Forming a Statewide Doula Organization
Facilitator: Yolanda Fredrickson
12:15 pm - 2 pm:
Lunch (potluck), Networking, Craft
2 pm – 3:30 pm:
Doula role play/game
3:30 pm – 3:45 pm:
Break
3:45 pm – 4:45 pm:
Preparing for the doula profession: a panel discussion
4:45 pm – 5 pm:
Break
5 pm – 6 pm:
Dinner (potluck)
6 pm – 8:30 pm:
Storytelling Moth-Style and Closing
Storytelling Facilitator: TBD
Closing Facilitator: Hannah Ellis
Step One: Register
Step Two: Make Payment
We keep the cost low so attendance is accessible to all. If you are able, consider "Paying it Forward" by paying for another doula's registration. If cost is a barrier, complete step one only and we will reach out to you.