Breastfeeding Beyond the Birth Plan
The breastfeeding training doulas wish they had sooner —real-life skills to prep, support, and refer with confidence
In just 4 weeks, go from guessing your way through clients' breastfeeding challenges to confidently preparing new moms, offering real support, and making timely referrals.
Why this course exists
I'm Jaimie Z., IBCLC
When I became a doula, I was also training as an IBCLC. I didn’t notice the lack of breastfeeding education in doula training—because I was drowning in lactation textbooks anyway.
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But my clients noticed. A lot of them hired me specifically because I could handle breastfeeding support in ways most doulas couldn’t.
And over and over, I kept hearing the same thing from families who used a different doula: ‘Our doula was amazing, but when it came to breastfeeding, we were on our own. I thought she'd help more.’
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And then I started hearing it from doulas themselves.
They’d tell me they felt totally unprepared, that they were just winging it, or worse—giving advice based on their own personal breastfeeding story. And if that didn’t work for the client? The client assumed they were broken.
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It’s a minefield out there. The Wild West.
And it’s not fair—to families or to doulas who just want to support well.
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That’s why I built Breastfeeding Beyond the Birth Plan - Because you're on the front lines of breastfeeding struggles, and you need more than a fluffy "this is a 'good latch'" class. It’s 4 weeks of real-life skills doulas actually need—so you can prep clients, support confidently, and refer on time without second-guessing yourself.
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No guessing. No gaslighting.
No leaving families hanging.
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This course is for doulas and birth professionals who:
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Have ever frozen when a client asks a breastfeeding question you weren’t trained for.
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Don’t have personal breastfeeding experience—and feel out of your depth when clients expect answers.
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Catch yourself giving advice you hope is right, but secretly wonder if you’re just passing along myths.
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Refer out… but clients don’t always follow through, and you’re stuck looking like the one who dropped the ball.
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Are ready to feel prepared instead of panicked when breastfeeding challenges show up.
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If you’re tired of guessing, winging it, or hoping no one notices your gaps, this 4 week course is for you!
What's inside Breastfeeding Beyond the Birth Plan?
Over 4 weeks, you’ll get live, interactive training (1–2 hours each week, with replays available for 6 weeks) where we cut through the fluff and build the exact skills doulas need on the front lines.
Step 1
Master the Essentials (for real this time)
Learn what to do when the latch looks fine but mom’s still in pain, how to calm supply worries after day 3, and how to respond when formula pressure shows up. Plus, the subtle red flags you can spot early before things spiral.
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Step 2
Navigate the Pumping Journey
Stop repeating context-less advice like “never pump before 6 weeks” or suggesting unsustainable triple-feeding plans. You’ll learn how to optimize pump use, maximize output and comfort, and build realistic schedules that support breastfeeding goals without burning families out.​
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Step 3
Bust Myths & Know When to Refer
Identify common myths and mistakes, avoid pitfalls, and confidently recognize when to connect clients with specialists.
What's included?
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Structured curriculum delivered over 4 weeks — no overwhelm, just focused learning
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Designed specifically for doulas wanting to stay in scope and boost confidence
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Certificate of Completion & Badge
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12 month listing in Breastfeeding With Confidence Doula Directory
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BONUS: $100 off Partner Program Onboarding
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