Requirements for Ayla Birth Doulas

If you are interested in becoming an Ayla Birth Doula, the requirements are as follows:

1.         At least 18 years of age;

2.        Complete the Ayla Birth Application and Matching Questionnaire

3.         Have completed a birth or postpartum training program (certification is not required), or show competence through experience; 

4.         Submit to a background check;

5.         Be able to find reliable transportation and childcare in the event of an after-hours birth;

6.         Interview with Ayla Birth; and

7.        Complete volunteer training with agency assigned (DHS, Coffee Creek, etc...).