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Laura Nance Education and Coaching
  • Home
  • About & Contact
  • 2026 Retreats
  • Trainings
    • Postpartum Doula
    • New Parent Educator
    • Birth Doula Training
    • P2P for Birth Pros
    • Perinatal Wellness Pro
  • Testimonials
  • CPR Certification
  • Blog
  • Prepare to Push

Postpartum Doula training for Newborn Care Solutions NCS

Pick a live training dateSelf-paced course

 You already know what it’s like to walk into a home and bring calm, confident care to a newborn. As a Newborn Care Specialist, you’ve invested in learning how to meet a baby’s needs, and families love you for it. But here’s the truth: the newborn stage isn’t just about the baby. It’s about the whole family finding their way through recovery, adjustment, bonding, and big emotions.


That’s where postpartum doula training takes your NCS work to the next level.

Why add postpartum doula training?

 

 

When a new family comes home, they’re not just tired from sleepless nights. They’re recovering from birth, learning how to feed, and navigating the emotional rollercoaster that comes with a new baby. They need someone who can care for the baby and care for them. By combining your NCS background with postpartum doula training, you’ll be equipped to:

  • Support the birthing parent’s recovery and healing process.
  • Encourage and guide partners as they step into their new role.
  • Provide evidence-based education for the entire family, encompassing not only baby care but also rest, nutrition, and emotional health.
  • Recognize and respond to postpartum mood disorders, grief, and trauma.
  • Strengthen family bonds by helping parents trust themselves and their instincts.

This isn’t about starting over. It’s about building on what you already know and expanding your impact.

Register for a live trainingRegister for the Self-Paced Training

 You’ve already chosen a career path that changes lives. This training makes your impact even bigger. You’ll be helping families not just survive, but thrive in those first weeks and months at home. 

Your NCS training gives you a head start

  Because of your previous NCS training, you’ll receive credit for some of your hours. That means you won’t sit through material you’ve already mastered. You’ll focus on new, family-centered skills that round out your expertise. Plus, you’ll receive a discounted price as an NCS graduate, making this a smart and affordable next step in your career. 

How families benefit when you expand your scope

Families who receive postpartum doula care experience:

  • Lower rates of postpartum mood disorders.
  • Longer breastfeeding/chestfeeding duration (if that’s their choice).
  • More confidence in newborn care.
  • Stronger relationships with their baby and each other.

Imagine the difference when you combine your ability to expertly soothe and care for a newborn with the skills to nurture and guide the parents as well. You become the bridge that helps the whole family thrive.

What you’ll learn

 

This training covers the parts of postpartum care that go beyond newborn care:


  • Rest and recovery strategies for the birth parent.
  • Feeding support (breast/chest, pumping, formula, combination).
  • Emotional support and communication skills.
  • Postpartum mood disorders and when to refer.
  • Safe sleep and family integration.
  • Boundaries, professionalism, and business strategies.

And much more… designed with today’s parents in mind.
 

i want a live training

A Self-Paced Training Option for Those Who Don't Want to Wait.

 

You don’t have to trade quality for convenience. The self-paced training offers the same depth and expert-led curriculum as the live training, delivered in a format that fits your schedule.

  • Bite-Sized Video Lessons
    Short, focused lessons break down larger topics into manageable pieces. They’re easy to work through and simple to revisit whenever you need a refresher.
  • Practical Application
    Activities help you take what you’ve learned and immediately apply it to your work as a doula, turning knowledge into real-world skills.
  • Personalized Support
    Even though it’s self-paced, you’re never on your own. You’ll still have direct access to me via email or text for guidance, encouragement, and answers to your questions.
  • Future Flexibility
    Want the live training experience too? You’ll have the option to attend a live session later on (space permitting), giving you the best of both worlds.


  • Lifetime Access
    Enjoy unlimited access to your course materials, including all future updates and additions, so your training continues to grow right along with you.

This is not a “lite” version. It’s the full training, thoughtfully designed for your lifestyle. Learn at your pace, stay connected, and know that you’re getting the same high-quality education and support every step of the way. 

I want the self-paced training

  Why this training stands out 

 

  • Experience you can trust: Laura Nance has over 25 years of experience supporting families and 20 years training doulas.
  • Expert voices: Guest speakers add depth with specialized knowledge.
  • Practical and up-to-date: Evidence-based curriculum written for the realities of modern families.
  • Lifetime access: A robust online learning library with updates and resources you can revisit anytime.

Rapid certification: Qualifies for Carrot approval and fast-track certification. 

Upcoming Postpartum Doula Trainings

Professional Postpartum Doula Training

There are currently no upcoming live trainings. You can join the self-paced program and then attend a live training later at no additional cost. Or email laura@lauranance.net to be added to the waiting list to be notified when the next dates are added. 

Join The Next Training

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Additional Resources

These are some of my favorite reads to learn more about the postpartum period and how to support fam


Please note:  As an Amazon associate,  I will make a small commission from any sales made through the links below


Ancient Map for Modern Birth by Pam England


The Fourth Trimester Companion: How to Take Care of Your Body, Mind, and Family as You Welcome Your New Baby by Cynthia Gabriel


Informed is best: How to spot fake news about your pregnancy, birth and baby by Amy Brown


Holistic Sleep Coaching: Gentle Alternatives to Sleep Training for Health and Childcare Professionals by Lyndsey Hookway


Breastfeeding Made Simple: Seven Natural Laws for Nursing Mothers by Nancy Mohrbacher, Kathleen Kendall-Tackett


The Postpartum Depression Workbook: Strategies to Overcome Negative Thoughts, Calm Stress, and Improve Your Mood by Abigail Burd


Maternity Leave: A New Mother's Guide to the First Six Weeks Postpartum by Cheryl R. Zauderer


Beyond the Blues: Understanding and Treating Prenatal and Postpartum Depression & Anxiety by Shoshana S. Bennett), Pec Indman


Nurturing the Family: A Doula's Guide to Supporting New Parents by Jacqueline Kelleher

Tell me more about the training?

Your professional postpartum doula training is more than just a workshop! It is designed with the latest content and activities that are based on real-life scenarios from other doulas to prepare you for what it is really like to work as a doula.
Do you have more questions? Contact us below!

Contact Us

Have questions about becoming a postpartum doula?

Let's connect.

I'm happy to answer any questions you have about the program or work with you to hold a training virtually or in your area.


email me Laura@LauraNance.net

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(828) 446-6705

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