The BirthBliss Doula Academy 🍃

"Doing Kicki's course was probably the best money I have ever spent. The course covered everything I could have wished for, was well structured, set in a beautiful informal setting, and I enjoyed the intimate atmosphere with a small group of women. Kicki is an amazing doula and teacher, and the course reflects how inspiring she is; she brings out the best in people. I not only feel well prepared to start my path as a doula, but I feel uplifted as a mother and as a woman."
Eloise Rickman

Let’s face it, finding the right doula course can feel overwhelming. With so many options out there, how do you know which one will actually prepare you for the real work of being a doula?

At The BirthBliss Academy, we strip away the noise and take you back to the heart of what this role is really about. This isn’t a course for people who want to be spoonfed information or tick boxes. It’s for women who are ready to show up fully; to dig deep, step into their power, and become a steady, grounded support for others.

Whether you feel called to support women during pregnancy, birth, the postnatal period, or those long, quiet night-time hours, this course is here to help you uncover the kind of doula you are meant to be.

Why Choose The BirthBliss Doula Academy?

Rooted in tradition, built for today
This course connects the ancient lineage of women supporting women with the practical realities of today’s maternity landscape. Doulas are not new, we’ve always been here, quietly holding space through the most powerful transition in life. This training helps you tap into that timeless energy while building the skills and confidence to work as a modern, professional doula.

Being a doula, not just doing the job
This is not a course where you memorise a script or copy someone else’s way. Here, you’ll explore what it means to be a doula, to be present, to hold space without judgement, and to navigate complex dynamics with grace. It’s about learning to listen deeply, trust your instincts, and support others without attachment to outcomes.

Comprehensive Support: Antenatal, Birth, Postnatal & Night-time
Whether you want to specialise or offer the full spectrum of care, we’ve got you covered:

• Antenatal Support – Helping clients explore their options, prepare for birth, and feel emotionally and practically ready.
• Birth Doula Support – Understanding physiology, building trust, supporting choices, and offering unwavering presence through labour and birth.
• Postnatal Support – Nurturing recovery, newborn care, feeding, sleep, and emotional wellbeing in the early days.
• Night-time Support – Offering practical help and reassurance overnight so families can rest and adjust to life with a new baby.

Flexible Learning, Real-Life Impact
Choose the format that suits you best:

• A life-changing 4-day in-person course with hands-on practice and deep connection
• A fully online, self-paced version for flexibility without compromise
• Optional live Doula Days via Zoom to ask questions, meet others, and deepen your learning

This Course is Just the Beginning
At BirthBliss, you’re never just a number. Once you complete the course, you’ll be welcomed into a supportive and vibrant doula community with:

• A private online group just for BirthBliss doulas
• Monthly “Doula the Doula” Zoom sessions
• Regular CPD workshops and Doula Deep Dives
• Bi-monthly Coach & Connect calls
• Business resources and templates to get started with confidence
• An optional Accreditation Programme to guide you through your first clients with 1-to-1 coaching

Six Months Free on The Doula Directory
You’ll be listed on The Doula Directory for free for the first six months, helping you find clients and start your journey. You’ll also receive a professional lanyard and ID card with a QR code that links directly to your profile.

Meet Your Course Leader: Kicki Hansard

I’m Kicki, founder of the BirthBliss Academy and a Doula UK founding member. I’ve trained over 1,000 doulas and supported families for more than two decades. My passion is helping women like you become doulas, not by handing over a checklist, but by helping you see that you already have what it takes.

I trained directly with Penny Simkin and Phyllis Klaus, pioneers of the modern doula movement, and their influence runs through everything I teach. My work is deeply rooted in women-centred care, birth physiology, trauma awareness, and the simple, powerful act of showing up with an open heart.

This course is not about perfection, it’s about presence. If you’re ready to grow, stretch, and find your voice, you’re in the right place.

Is This the Course for You?

If you’ve felt the nudge that this is the work you’re meant to do, to walk alongside others, to hold space with compassion and strength, then yes. This course will give you the knowledge, confidence, and community you need to begin.

💜 Ready to get started? Enrol today and step into the work you were meant to do. 

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