comprehensive postpartum doula training & certification program in Charlotte, NC
Learn from the Postpartum experts
Our program is co-led by a nurse practitioner and certified nurse doula, ensuring you receive accurate evidence-based education and real-world insights from experienced professionals.
Endorsed by Queen City Doulas
Endorsed by a premier doula agency in Charlotte, NC, our certification program is recognized for excellence in postpartum support.
Join a network of successful doulas
Our Postpartum Doula Certification Program graduates are highly sought after, equipped with the skills to excel in the field of postpartum doula care.
We understand how overwhelming it can be to find the right doula certification program. Our program is clear, affordable, and specifically tailored to aspiring postpartum doulas.
CHARLOTTE POSTPARTUM DOULA CERTIFICATION & MENTORING
Postpartum Doula Certification Course in Charlotte, NC
Investment: $595
Comprehensive, in-person training designed to equip you with the skills and confidence you need to support families postpartum. Our certification program focuses on real-world postpartum care, so you can immediately step into your role as a doula.
This package offers in-person, interactive classroom sessions where you learn the essentials of newborn and postpartum care with a didactic portion and hands-on training. Designed to give you a strong foundation in newborn and postpartum care and prepare you for the real-world challenges of postpartum support.
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In-Person Postpartum Doula Mentorship and Hands-On Training
Investment: $795
Upon successful completion of the Classroom Package and application process, this Postpartum Doula Mentoring package includes personalized mentorship to help you transition into your career with confidence.
Our hands-on mentorship program ensures you're not just learning from a textbook. You'll gain real-life experience and personalized guidance to prepare you for work after graduation, helping you transition smoothly into your career as a postpartum doula.
Become a Certified Postpartum Doula
1. Enroll in the program
Get access to your comprehensive training course
2. Complete the Postpartum Doula Certification Course
Learn the skills you need to become a confident postpartum doula
3. Start your career as Certified Postpartum Doula
Make a difference in the lives of the families you support
- Kaitlyn Foster and Jodi Kinney
Meet Your Charlotte Certified Postpartum Doula Trainers & Mentors
We’re Kaitlyn and Jodi, two passionate postpartum professionals on a mission to equip future doulas with everything they need to thrive in this rewarding career. We understand that stepping into the role of a postpartum doula is more than just learning the basics—it’s about gaining real-life experience and building the confidence to truly support families. That’s why we’re committed to not only teaching you the essentials but also ensuring you’re ready to step into real homes, work with real families, and secure real jobs.
OUR PROMISE
We’re here to guide you—whether through training and mentorship or by helping you connect with job opportunities. Our program is designed to ensure you leave feeling confident, skilled, and ready to work. The journey to becoming a doula is more than just a certification—it’s about becoming part of a community that supports new families. And we’re here to help you every step of the way.
Kaitlyn Foster, PNP, RN
As a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse, owner of Queen City Doulas—a successful doula agency in Charlotte—and mom of two boys, Kaitlyn knows firsthand the whirlwind that comes with starting a family. After experiencing the support of her own mother during her postpartum period, she was inspired to provide the same high-quality care to other families.
She believes that every family deserves personalized, thoughtful support. Postpartum Support Academy teaches aspiring doulas how to offer this level of support to their clients, while also giving them the skillset to build thriving businesses.
Jodi Kinney, LPN
With a background as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and years of experience caring for mothers and babies, Jodi has seen firsthand how crucial postpartum care is. Reflecting on her own experience as a mother in the 80s, when postpartum support was scarcely recognized, she understands the profound difference postpartum support can make. Becoming a doula trainer was a natural next step for her, blending her medical expertise with her deep desire to help families feel confident and supported during the postpartum period.
Jodi loves mentoring new doulas, ensuring they not only gain the necessary knowledge but also the hands-on experience to provide exceptional care to new families.
She is a proud grandmother to two grandchildren, cherishing family time and passing on the wisdom of nurturing across generations.
Questions about our Postpartum Doula Training?
Postpartum Support Academy offers comprehensive training and certification for aspiring postpartum doulas. We focus on providing hands-on, practical skills that prepare you to confidently support new families during the postpartum period.