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Australian Doula College

Locality: Sydney, Australia

Phone: +61 2 8036 5580

Address: level 5, 203-233 New South Head Road 2204 Sydney, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.australiandoulacollege.com.au/

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25.01.2022 We are thrilled to let you know that your incredibly generous donations and contributions to our Yothu Basket Project has blown us away. We have finally been able to unpack boxes and sort out everything to get ready to ship our first baskets up to Galiwinku. THANKYOU so very much for making this happen! ... We will be featuring businesses and products on the website that have donated so many beautiful and much needed products. To the incredibly generous Sarah Goodwin, I am forever grateful to you for reaching out to me. A reminder that good things can come from meeting on fb. Thank you to the lovely Liz DiQual for offering your time and thanks to the ADC team for always backing me up. We will keep you posted. We are still welcoming donations, so please get in touch if you think you can help. With love and gratitude Rene #yothubasketproject #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulatraining #love #kindnessmatters #indigenouslivesmatter #alwayswasalwayswillbeaboriginalland #doulalife #djakamirr

24.01.2022 A huge step forward. Well done Canberra. Did you know you can hire one of our Doulas to support you through the loss of your baby? You do not have to walk that painful road alone. We hear you, we see you and we care about you. Call The mothership 02 8036 5580

24.01.2022 Will you be joining us?? The Australian Doula College Virtual Open Day 2021 October 30th 2021 3pm-4.30pm... Meet Renee Adair @wombtotombdoula Founding Director of the the ADC and get some history about the College and Doulas in general. You will get to hear from our ADC Educators and learn about your study options and what we have coming up in 2022 and how the college operates. At our virtual open day you will have an opportunity to ask questions and you can log in and join us from anywhere thats convenient for you! To be a part of this special day you will need to register - link in our bio. We look forward to meeting you! https://www.australiandoulacollege.com.au//adc-virtual-ope #doulatraining #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #endoflifedoula #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #endoflifecare #endoflife See more

24.01.2022 The poster below is a perfect example of anti-breastfeeding "information". This notion that you cant eat certain foods when breastfeeding is not based in scien...ce. Lets look at some of the information. First of all lets look at foods that "okay" for breastfeeding mothers. Nothing really wrong with what they say except that you dont have to take in calcium to make milk with calcium. But the real problem is that this is a diet for people who are relatively affluent. Many mothers could not afford to eat such a diet and thus be frightened into formula feeding, which, I should emphasize is actually more expensive that the foods mentioned here. This is a stratagem used by formula companies. A prime example a few years ago was a campaign by one formula company in Brazil, supported by the Brazilian pediatric society, saying that your breastfed baby eats what you eat. Posters were widely distributed showing a baby suckling at a breast that looks like a doughnut, or looks like a hamburger. What about the panels of foods "to avoid". 1. Sugary foods. The poster says in this section to avoid fatty foods and salty foods as well as sugary foods. We all should try to keep our sugar, salt and fat intake at a reasonable level. But to imply that if you eat a lot of sugar your baby has an increased risk of obesity is just plain wrong. Breastmilk, in fact, does not change much in response to what you eat. It changes from morning to evening, from day to day, from month 1 to month 6, and later, but not because of what you eat. But if you eat a lot of sugar, your milk will have the same amount of sugar as if you ate no sugar at all. 2. "You might find that just a dash of pepper is enough to make your baby irritated and fussy for hours". This is pure fantasy. There is no evidence for this being true. And it is unlikely that anything in pepper or other spices would get into the milk in quantities that would bother the baby. 3. Citrus fruits? "Certain compounds" are supposed to the irritating to the babys gut. Oh, please! If these "certain compounds got into the milk would they not be irritating to the breast or nipple? 4. Caffeine? Babies do not excrete caffeine as rapidly as adults true, but so little gets into the milk that a cup or two of coffee will not bother the baby. Caffeine is given to premature babies as a treatment and nobody worries about how they might excrete caffeine. Its not right to deprive breastfeeding mothers from drinking coffee and tea in reasonable amounts. This poster eliminates much of what mothers like to eat. 5. Processed foods? Not a great choice for anyone, this is not specific to breastfeeding mothers. But just as above, the preservatives will not get into the milk in any significant quantities. 6. Garlic? Are they insane? Garlic does not bother babies. This is prejudice against people who eat garlic. Most of the world loves garlic and eat it when the baby breastfeeds without harm to anyone. 7. No peppermint, fennel, parsley, or chamomile? There is no evidence for this to show that the way people typically eat these can reach therapeutic levels. 8. Alcohol, no level of alcohol in the milk is safe for the breastfed baby? Except that almost no alcohol gets into the milk. See this article http://ibconline.ca/maternal-medications/. Alcohol is discussed near the end of the article, but its worth reading the whole thing. This poster is an appalling attempt to frighten women out of breastfeeding and enjoying what they like to eat. These restrictions on what breastfeeding mothers can eat have been debunked decades ago. Lets encourage good nutrition for everyone, and lets stop haranguing breastfeeding mothers into stopping breastfeeding by worrying them about their diets. You can find a more about how to prevent problems with breastfeeding, including preventing fussiness, "colic", "reflux" "allergy to something in the mothers milk" and much more in my ebook called Breastfeeding: Empowering Parents: www.ibconline.ca/ebook

23.01.2022 Getting to know the ADC’s Founding Director: Renee Adair @wombtotombdoula Renee is the founder and director of the Australian Doula College, the Groundwork Program and the ADC’s charity-arm Doula Heart Network. ... She first began working with women and babies in 1994 as a massage and Aromatherapist and Reiki Practitioner and in 1998 after the birth of her two children began studying and working as a Doula and Childbirth and Early Parenting Educator. Renee then worked for the Australian Red Cross at a young women’s health program/refuge in Sydney’s East, setting up both the outreach and childbirth and early parenting education programs for that service. Working In collaboration, Renee helped produce the first research on Doulas in Australia which was published in the Journal of Perinatal Education in 2013. She has spoken on a variety of radio programmes, at conferences and seminars and is a regular contributor for a range of publications, websites and podcasts. Renee has moved to change the way we think about Doula support, helping launch Preparing the Way with its founder Helen Callanan some years ago, with a view to create the space for the wider community to see Doula support though a broader lens, supporting all major life transitions, not just in the birthing space. In 2019 Renee proudly partnered with Charles Darwin University to co facilitate Accredited Doula training for Indigenous women in the remote First Nations community of Galiwin’ku. She has sat on the Consumer Advisory Board of the Australian College of Midwives, trained thousands of Doulas and supported hundreds of women, their partners and families through pregnancy, birth, early parenting and end of life over the course of her career. A fierce advocate for human rights and the rights of all sentient beings, Renee blends her life’s work, spending downtime with her family, friends and fur babies. www.reneeadair.com.au

23.01.2022 A talk about grief and loss for young people presented by the awesome Groundswell Project and Hummingbird House.

23.01.2022 How is this happening? How does the peak obstetric body in Australia get to unilaterally dictate this ban of warm water immersion during labour, against evidence, against the objections of, and with no consultation with, our peak midwifery and consumer bodies? #enough

23.01.2022 #repost @thelasthurrahfunerals Children’s grief. If we trust them with the truth, and explain things honestly and simply, children can astound us with their wisdom, their open-hearted mourning, and their ability to balance the ache of grief with the joy that being alive in each moment offers. It was such a learning to watch these children step up, the little fella in the hat even spoke to the entire congregation of his love for hi...s Nonno and his deep sadness and feeling of loss. The kids also stepped up to be pallbearers, and talked of their own ideas of what death means to their own belief systems (all unique and different!) And perhaps a little magic came their way too. #childrenatfunerals #kidswisdom #funerals #melbournefunerals #familyledfunerals #holisticfunerals #naturaldeathcare See more

22.01.2022 Baby To Toddler Show Brisbane 26 - 28 March 2021 Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre The ADC are very excited to be partnering with and participating in the Baby to Toddler Show in Brisbane this March.... For further information or to receive a free ticket to attend go to https://www.babytotoddlershow.com.au/brisbane/ @babytotoddlershow #baby #toddler #babytotoddler birth #love #mother #doula #doulalove #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #babytotoddlershow #babytotoddlershowaus #b2tshow See more

22.01.2022 "I have just attended your virtual Open day and am truly inspired" The virtual ADC open day was huge success with 101 registrants signing up to join in. The attendees were not only from all corners of Australia but some attended from overseas. Participants meet the core ADC team and got some history on the College as well as learning about our courses, what it means to be a Doula and what Doulas offer. The College will be running anoth...er virtual Open Day April 24th 2021 for anyone wanting information on Doulas and Doula support and our trainings. Meet Renee Adair, Founder and Director of the the ADC and get some history about the College and Doulas in general. You will get to hear from our Educators and learn about your study options and what we have coming up in 2021, how the college operates and also hear from our graduates who have completed the training. At our virtual open day you will have an opportunity to ask questions and you can log in and join us from anywhere thats convenient for you! To be a part of this special day you will need to register (so that we can manage all of the IT stuff and send you the correct links). You can also use the registration button on our website or drop us an email at [email protected] to ask any questions. This is a FREE event hosted by The Australian Doula College. We look forward to meeting you! #doulatraining #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #endoflifedoula #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #endoflifecare #endoflife See more

22.01.2022 The ADC 2022 Scholarships Applications are now open. There are three scholarships in honour of three inspiring, trailblazing women that touched the heart of our founder Renee Adair @wombtotombdoula. Today we would love to highlight the inspiring äwurrpa:... Elaine äwurrpa Maypilama Annual Scholarship: I am a Yolu woman from Matamata homeland, North East Arhnem Land, Northern Territory. I live in Galiwin’ku, a remote community in NE Arnhem Land. My language is Warramiri. I am an Elder and Cultural Authority for my mother, father and grandmother clans. I have many years of experience of women in my family giving birth on country with traditional midwives. I am a multilingual senior research fellow at the Molly Wardaguga Research Centre at Charles Darwin University. I am a passionate advocate of redesigning childbirth health services to meet the needs of Yolu. Recently, I co-authored and co-directed DJÄKAMIRR,a documentary that explores childbirth from the perspectives of Yolu women in Galiwin’ku. I have a background in primary school teaching and education, with 30 years’ experience in applying Yolu research methods and methodologies. I received an honorary doctorate in recognition of my work from Charles Darwin University and have an Associate Diploma in Teaching from Bachelor Institute of Indigenous Training and Education. For more information on all three Scholarships and to request an application pack click on the link below. https://www.australiandoulacollege.com.au/scholarships #adcscholarship #doulatraining #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #endoflifedoula #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #endoflifecare #endoflife #scholarship

21.01.2022 #doulatraining #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #endoflifedoula #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #endoflifecare #endoflife

21.01.2022 Meet Our Doulas Felicity Kendall - End Of Life Doula @fkendoflifedoula... I decided to become a Doula after the idea kept coming up for me and I felt drawn to follow this instinct. I lost my brother to cancer 16 years ago and have volunteered with a children’s grief charity for 5 years in his honour. It has given me a familiarity with death and grieving, and the intimate details of many loved ones final journeys, and this has helped foster the desire to make this experience as comfortable and dignified as possible, for both patients and their families. I completed my training with Preparing the Way in January 2020 and chose to study with Helen due to her excellent reputation in this field. To see a full listing of our doulas and find support near you please visit www.australiandoulacollege.com.au (link in bio) #doula #birthdoula #doulasupport #endoflifedoula #deathdoula #familysupport #endoflife #endoflifecare #doulalife #postpartumdoula #australiandoulacollege

20.01.2022 After long and hard consideration, we have made the decision to postpone the ADC Retreat for 2020. We plan to reschedule for the same time 2021. We are very disappointed to have to do this, but with all the restrictions and uncertainty at the moment it is the only option. We will bring you an amazing, informative and connected gathering in 2021.... Unfortunately with the same situation affecting all gatherings we have also cancelled our face to face family & Friends Graduation days around the country. We will however be presenting two virtual options to gather family, friends and your Doula community together. These will run on September 5th and October 17th 3 5 pm Further details to follow. #doulatraining #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #endoflifedoula #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #doulasarenotjustforbirth #doulasareawesome #doulasarehereforyou #endoflifecare #endoflife See more

20.01.2022 Meet our Doulas... Whitney Rose - Birth & Postnatal Doula @whitneyrose.doula ... Hey there, my name is Whitney. Im a wife and mother of 2 children. I have always loved to take care of people which led me to my passion- becoming a doula! Being a doula for me means being there for a mother and her family in their most intimate moments of pregnancy and birth, supporting and caring for them and their needs. I started my journey of becoming a doula in 2017, at the time I had no children myself but now have 2 children of my own. Throughout that time I have had my own experiences with pregnancy and birth as well as other births Ive been lucky enough to be a part of, connecting and being there for them in any way needed. These experiences have opened my eyes to how courageous and strong women are. Whitney is based in QLD. You can get in touch with her and also see our other Doulas by visiting our Doula directory at www.australiandoulacollege.com.au #doulatraining #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #endoflifedoula #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #doulasarenotjustforbirth #doulasareawesome #doulasarehereforyou #endoflifecare #endoflife

19.01.2022 A panel discussion this Friday

19.01.2022 Our hearts go out to all in Victoria who are in lockdown and now dealing with so much more. Our deepest condolences to the families who have lost loved ones.

19.01.2022 This man! THANKYOU Dr Oscar for your incredible work and insight

19.01.2022 The ADC will be closed for our yearly break from December 18th to January 11th 2021. We are still taking applications for our training dates for 2021 - please send yours through to [email protected] #doulatraining #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #endoflifedoula #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #endoflifecare #endoflife

18.01.2022 #repost @gracefullbirth The GraceFull Birth Plan is not about making the perfect birth happen, it is about beginning the education process so you understand all of your options. It is about asking the right questions to implement realistic expectations, advocating with insurance companies to create more safe choices for low risk childbirth in and outside of a hospital, doing the internal work to find out what is true for you, and claiming your right within the medical worl...d to be both seen and heard. @bigbirthjunkie from the ‘Birth Planning: All The Questions To Ask Book’ Click the link in bio + in our story to order your copy (along with the corresponding interactive workbook) today #GraceFull Photo // @lelabeltrao_fotografia #normalizebirth #birthisbeautiful #empoweredbirth #fourthtrimester #4thtribodies #4thtrimester #bumpbirthandbeyond #newmama #newborn #oxytocinvibes #unmedicatedbirth #hospitalbirth #homebirth #birthcenter #losangelesbirthcenter #gracefullyborn #gracefull #igmotherhood #motherhoodthroughig #motherhoodjourney #pregnancyjourney #32weekspregnant #9monthspregnant #postpartumjourney #thisispostpartum #postpartumrealness #birthofamother #thirdtrimester See more

17.01.2022 Face to face Training Dates for the first half of 2021 have been RELEASED! We are so excited to announce these dates (we know so many of you have been asking!!) Sydney... Feb 5th, 6th and 7th 2021 March 5th, 6th and 7th 2021 Melbourne Feb 19th, 20th and 21st 2021 March 19th, 20th and 21st 2021 Brisbane Feb 12th, 13th and 14th 2021 March 12th, 13th and 14th 2021 Illawarra (NSW) March 26th, 27th and 28th 2021 April 30th, May 1st and 2nd 2021 Daylesford (VIC) May 14th, 15th and 16th 2021 June 18th, 19th and 20th 2021 And Cairns dates soon to be confirmed! Spaces are limited and we would love to have you! Send us an email at [email protected] tk request an enrollment pack #doulatraining #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #endoflifedoula #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #doulasarenotjustforbirth #doulasareawesome #doulasarehereforyou #endoflifecare

17.01.2022 #repost @movember New research has shown that men who take part in our annual Movember campaign are more likely to report better mental health and wellbeing than the general male population. The research showed that Mo Bros score more highly than the general male population across a range of mental wellbeing indicators, including having lower levels of negative mental wellbeing and higher levels of eudaimonic wellbeing (living a life with purpose). The global survey of 7,16...2 men compared our database of fundraisers with a nationally representative sample of the general male population online. It found that Movember fundraisers are more likely to admit when they are struggling with their mental health and to seek help when they need it - which can have a positive impact on overall wellbeing. #movember2020 #menshealth #mentalhealth #movember #doulatraining #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #endoflifedoula #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #endoflifecare #endoflife

17.01.2022 The ADC is thrilled to announce that we have awarded the 2021 Sarah Buck full Scholarship to Karen B of Victoria and the Marie Burrows full Scholarship to Ruth S of NSW. This year we received an overwhelming 74 Scholarship applications and with so many experiencing hardship this year, the team really had a challenging time reading though all the applications and making the final decisions. As such, this year we have also award 6 part Scholarships of $650.0...0. We are elated to be offering a total of $10,200.00 (our biggest ever) in scholarships to a group of very excited doulas to be. A huge congratulations to all the recipients. With love Renee and team #doulatraining #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #endoflifedoula #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #endoflifecare #endoflife See more

16.01.2022 Today we remember the men, women and children lost due to this vile disease. 2018 global HIV statistics (the most up to date) HIV continues to be a major global public health issue. In 2018 an estimated 37.9 million people were living with HIV (including 1.7 million children), with a global HIV prevalence of 0.8% among adults. Around 21% of these same people do not know that they have the virus. HIV does not discriminate, people do. Stigma and discrimination will continue t...o exist so long as societies as a whole continue to judge people with HIV. You can help change this by gaining a better understanding of HIV and encouraging others to learn too Get educated.

16.01.2022 The Australian Doula College Virtual Open Day 2020 October 24th 2020 3pm-4.30pm ... Meet Renee Adair, Founder and Director of the the ADC and get some history about the College and Doulas in general. You will get to hear from our Educators and learn about your study options and what we have coming up in 2021, how the college operates and also hear from our graduates who have completed the training. At our virtual open day you will have an opportunity to ask questions and you can log in and join us from anywhere thats convenient for you! To be a part of this special day you will need to register (so that we can manage all of the IT stuff and send you the correct links). This is a FREE event hosted by The Australian Doula College. We look forward to meeting you! Drop us a line at [email protected] to confirm your attendance #doulatraining #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #endoflifedoula #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #doulasarenotjustforbirth #doulasareawesome #doulasarehereforyou #endoflifecare #endoflife

16.01.2022 Theres a woman I follow on Instagram, who takes dead animals she happens across, usually on the road, adorns them in flowers, and photographs them as a way of ...honoring their lives. Here is a caption from her latest memorial: "Im sorry. Its what I say to each one. Not just for me, or for the driver who hit her, but for all of us, our cruelties and harms, intentional or not, our indifferences and blind eyes to the other beings. I adorn her and take a photo each time, not just to honor her, this one, with beauty, but to honor all the beings we fail to see. May the color and light from the flowers, branches, weeds, and leaves surrounding them in death help us to see them all. All of them." Amanda Stronza is an elephant conservationist (http://www.ecoexistproject.org/). I highly recommend a follow - @amandastronza on IG. She takes plenty of amazing photographs of live animals as well. All photos Amanda Stronza Captions from original posts included with each picture. Edited to add: Here is a link to Amanda on Instagram: https://instagram.com/amandastronza If you are interested in my photography, you can follow me Elizabeth Flora Ross Photography. While I appreciate all the friend requests, this FB account is for connecting with people I know IRL.

16.01.2022 #repost @the_nestingplace A N C E S T R A L L I N E A G E This image represents the birth story of all who came before me. It represents those who are to come. The symbol at the top is a woman. ... Strong. Staunch. Powerful. Under this woman is her uterus. The most powerful organ of all. The creator of life. The birth giver. Incredible. Each ovary is a flowering gum of a Eucalyptus tree. Those beautiful eucalypts which line the Dungula (Murray River in Yorta Yorta language). Strong and resilient trees, holding thousands of years of stories and power. The strong line of the Matriarch. The symbols being born from these ovaries are stars (my Ancestors) and those who came before. Beautiful the amazing @yarli_creative #womenshealth #aboriginalartist #aboriginalhealing #aboriginalart #yarlicreative #empoweringwomen #melbfringe #redthread #ancestrallineage #wombwisdom #womanhood #motherhood #sisterhood #aboriginalaustralia #firstnations See more

15.01.2022 Renee Adair Founder and Director of The Australia Doula College Renee Adair is the founder and director of the Australian Doula College, the Groundwork Program and the ADCs charity-arm Doula Heart Network. She first began working with women and babies in 1994 as a massage and Aromatherapist and Reiki Practitioner and in 1998 after the birth of her two children began studying and working as a Doula and Childbirth and Early Parenting Educator. Renee then worked for the Austra...lian Red Cross at a young womens health program/refuge in Sydneys East, setting up both the outreach and childbirth and early parenting education programs for that service. Working In collaboration, Renee helped produce the first research on Doulas in Australia which was published in the Journal of Perinatal Education in 2013. She has spoken on a variety of radio programmes, at conferences and seminars and is a regular contributor for a range of publications, websites and podcasts. Renee has moved to change the way we think about Doula support, helping launch Preparing the Way with its founder Helen Callanan some years ago, with a view to create the space for the wider community to see Doula support though a broader lens, supporting all major life transitions, not just in the birthing space. In 2019 Renee proudly partnered with Charles Darwin University to co facilitate Accredited Doula training for Indigenous women in the remote First Nations community of Galiwinku. She has sat on the Consumer Advisory Board of the Australian College of Midwives, trained thousands of Doulas and supported hundreds of women, their partners and families through pregnancy, birth, early parenting and end of life over the course of her career. A fierce advocate for human rights and the rights of all sentient beings, Renee blends her lifes work, spending downtime with her family, friends and fur babies. www.reneeadair.com.au

15.01.2022 To all of our team, family, friends, Doulas, clients and followers in Victoria, we are reaching out to you today and reminding you, you are not alone. We are so deeply sorry you are remaining in a state of limbo and uncertainty. Our hearts are with you. In these unprecedented times we know many of you are struggling being unable to access face to face services, support and/or education.... Please remember we have complete VIRTUAL DOULA PACKAGES for anyone needing support during this time. Tailored to your situation and needs) from one of our awesome Doulas can work with you via Skype, Zoom or FaceTime. Session times can be broken down into small bites or three or more hours at a time. This time can be utilised for but is not limited to: Post natal support Breast feeding information and support Advanced care planning End of life support Creating your birth plan Post birth debriefing, reassurance and comfort Fees for our experienced Doulas vary according to your needs. You can search our Find a Doula page for qualified Doulas or call us for more info on our awesome students who are available to help. Phone: 02 8036 5580 #doulatraining #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #endoflifedoula #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #doulasarenotjustforbirth #doulasareawesome #doulasarehereforyou #endoflifecare #endoflife See more

15.01.2022 An End of Life Doula is not a new concept. Many cultures for thousands of years have supported the practice of people staying in their homes to die, looked after by family and community. However, in the modern Western world there has been a trend towards nursing homes and hospitalization which can lead to isolation, lack of choice and opportunity for all concerned. Death, which is inevitable, often can become a lonely and somber medicalised experience. An... End-of-Life Doula is a non-medical role that provides support, options and education assisting the dying and those around them have their end of life unfold in alignment with their wishes, to preserve the quality of life, well being and self-worth up to and beyond the end of life as we know it.They are the informed companion bringing comfort, support, compassion, and assist a person and their family in feeling safe and supported during this important transition You can search our Doula directory at www.australiandoulacollege.com.au to find a Doula located near you. #doula #birthdoula #doulasupport #endoflifedoula #deathdoula #familysupport #endoflife #endoflifecare #doulalife #postpartumdoula #australiandoulacollege See more

15.01.2022 Some good advice here.

15.01.2022 #repost @wombtotombdoula Getting your care provider to wait for your babys cord to stop pulsing before cutting it is crucial. This is why. . #optimumcordclamping #wait #doulatraining #birthsupport #yourchoice #yourbaby #doulacare #australiandoulacollege #birthplan #birthpreferences #hireadoula #delayedcordclamping #doulasupport

14.01.2022 #repost from the ADC director, Renee Adair @wombtotombdoula Having not facilitated a Doula training in almost a year, I could not have wished for a more honest, fun, caring and dedicated group of women to teach over the last couple of weekends. THANKYOU ladies! Now get your homework done so you can go out and make a difference in the world. You are all rockstars! Sorry Eliza missed being in this photo . #doulacare #australiandoulacollege #love #learn #doulatraining #makingadifference #sharing #doulasupportedbirth #doulalife #facilitate #hope #postnatal #birthsupport

13.01.2022 A win for options and choice.

12.01.2022 Meet Our ADC Members Shana Liem - Birth & Postnatal Doula Hi mamas, papas, friends and family! I am Shana and I am here to walk this exciting (yet nerve-wrecking) journey alongside you. Life has trained me to be a doula - all the lessons in my life up until now have equipped me with the skills needed to create a nurturing and supportive environment as you grow your baby, bring them into this world and care for them. I believe my role i...s to light the lamp when it gets dark for you. No matter which way you go, I will be there with you every step of the way. With your permission, I would love to see and hear you for who you are. There is no other way to be other than the freedom to be yourself. My qualifications include a Master of Public Health from the University of Melbourne, a qualified high vibrational/spirit healer and yoga teacher training (200 hours). I am currently studying prenatal massage, and the science behind the mind-body connection. I am also involved in a psychic development and mediumship circle. Before I started doula-ing, I worked as an oral health therapist and moved onto a non-profit that focused on public health partnerships. Shana is based in Port Melbourne, Victoria. To read her full bio and learn about the services she offers or to search our Doula Directory for support near you - visit our website. Link in bio. https://www.australiandoulacollege.com.au/doulas #douladirectory #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #findadoula #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #support #doulanearme See more

12.01.2022 Light became art, it arched with the sea and the sky. I lost my breath underwater, until I found your hands to hold me ever so gently out of the darkness and into the light ~ Jericho Rell #doula #birthdoula #doulasupport #endoflifedoula #deathdoula #familysupport #endoflife #endoflifecare #doulalife #postpartumdoula #australiandoulacollege

11.01.2022 The ADC Team are joining a community of incredible people walking in solidarity for Australians living with mental illness. The Virtual Walk takes place in October 2021: ONE FOOT FORWARD There has been a severe increase in serious mental health issues in Australia and we are walking to raise funds and bring awareness to the over 3000 people a year in this country who die from suicide. ... The biggest concern is the rise in self harm and attempted suicide in the 12 - 17 year old bracket. For more information on how you can get involved and support this very important cause - see link in our bio. https://www.onefootforward.org.au//australiandoulacollege #blackdoginstitute #onefootforward #onefootforward2021 #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #doula #birthdoula #eoldoula #australiandoulacollege #love #hope #areyouok See more

11.01.2022 I am woman! Together we are unstoppable.

10.01.2022 We are excited to announce that our stand alone End Of Life Doula Training is finally up on our online platform and is an incredible opportunity for those wanting to focus their Doula work around end of life and all that surrounds that. You are no longer required to have done our foundation training as this course contains all of the Doula work along side all you need to know about options and choices in the lead up to end of life, the last breath and how ...to work with families post a death. We are thrilled to be able to bring you education and support of the highest standards and are truly grateful for our strong, growing community. The first 10 registrations will be receiving their course books for free as a special gift. For more information and how to register see the link in our bio. https://www.australiandoulacollege.com.au/endoflifedoula #doula #doulasupport #endoflifedoula #deathdoula #familysupport #endoflife #endoflifecare #doulalife #postpartumdoula #australiandoulacollege #eoldoula #doulatraining #endoflifedoulatraining See more

10.01.2022 UPCOMING WEBINAR: PLANNED CAESAREANS Every birth experience is an honour to be involved in and as Doulas we understand the depth of preparation for each birth especially for a planned caesarean. There are so many tips and tricks to support and empower families on their journey through a caesarean, so let's get busy and discuss them all together in our upcoming webinar with Ashleigh Dodd @bybilliedoula on Wed 13th Oct at 8pm. Link in bio... to register. https://www.australiandoulacollege.com.au//planned-caesare #plannedcaesarean #csec #csection #plannedc #caesareanbirth #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #adcwebinar See more

10.01.2022 Some big steps forward but there is a long way to go before Birthing on Country is supported and possible for all First Nations women

10.01.2022 Discussion and sharing your wishes in advance can elevate a lot of stress for family. As can hiring an end of life Doula

09.01.2022 Birth affirmations.... Did you use them? We would love to hear which ones you felt were most powerful for you. Share yours in the comments below . . . .... . #doulatraining #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #endoflifedoula #doulasarenotvisitors #birthaffirmations #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #doulasarenotjustforbirth #doulasareawesome #doulasarehereforyou #endoflifecare #endoflife

09.01.2022 UPCOMING WEBINAR: VBAC PLANNING Join our Founding Director Renee Adair @wombtotombdoula on Wed 29th Sept at 8pm. Renee has a wealth of experience when it comes to supporting and planning for a VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Caesarean). In this webinar she will be covering VBAC policies and procedures; as well as busting many of the myths surrounding VBACs. ... Link in bio to register. https://www.australiandoulacollege.com.au/s/vbacs-planning #vbac #planningvbac #birthsupport #vaginalbirthaftercaesarean #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #adcwebinar See more

09.01.2022 Have you booked your spot at the ADC's 2022 Annual Retreat yet ? ADC Annual Retreat Purpose, Pride & Passion 11th February - 13th February 2022... Hawkesbury Valley NSW The ADC’s annual retreat is all about bringing together like minded people, to share information, network, get educated, have fun and get some down time away from our daily lives. Next year’s retreat will be held at the beautiful Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley, located in the foothills of the Blue Mountains and just 5 minutes from the historic town of Windsor. Over 2 and a half days, Friday 11th February Sunday 13th February, emceed by the fabulous Toni Pearen, there will be an array of amazing speakers, covering educational, informative and inspirational topics spanning all areas in which Doulas find themselves working in. Unlike the many conferences that have all been virtual for so long, we are offering a relaxed and inclusive experience, in a fabulous location. This promises to be a dynamic retreat. Open to anyone working in or interested in offering support to individuals and their families, through any of life’s major transitions. Come along with some friends and/or colleagues and make it a special event. To register & view the full program see the link in our bio. https://www.australiandoulacollege.com.au/retreat #doula #retreat #doularetreat #doulalife #doulasupport #australiandoulacollege #education #support #doulatraining #doulawisdom #carer #transition #endoflife #supportperson #doulabusiness #doulacare #deathdoula #endoflifedoula

09.01.2022 Have you been thinking about studying with the Australian Doula College? Want to know more about our educators and program? The Australian Doula College Virtual Open Day 2021... April 24th 2021 3pm-4.30pm "I have just attended your virtual Open day and am truly inspired" The virtual ADC open day was huge success with 101 registrants signing up to join in. The attendees were not only from all corners of Australia but some attended from overseas. Participants meet the core ADC team and got some history on the College as well as learning about our courses, what it means to be a Doula and what Doulas offer. The College will be running another virtual Open Day April 24th 2021 for anyone wanting information on Doulas and Doula support and our trainings. Meet Renee Adair, Founder and Director of the the ADC and get some history about the College and Doulas in general. You will get to hear from our Educators and learn about your study options and what we have coming up in 2021, how the college operates and also hear from our graduates who have completed the training. At our virtual open day you will have an opportunity to ask questions and you can log in and join us from anywhere thats convenient for you! To be a part of this special day you will need to register (so that we can manage all of the IT stuff and send you the correct links). So, send us a DM or email to colleen@australiandoulacollege and we will get you registered! #doulatraining #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #endoflifedoula #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #endoflifecare #endoflife

08.01.2022 The theme for this years Are You Ok Day - THERES MORE TO SAY AFTER R U OK? Check in on someone. You dont have to be an expert to keep the conversation going when someone says theyre not OK. Are you ok?

06.01.2022 The Student Hub is a place where our fabulous correspondence students can come to connect with their Doula sisters. This is an online hosted forum where you can talk all things Doula, swap business ideas, catch up with latest birthing news, exchange ideas, network and connect with your educators while meeting up with other students studying the same course. The Hub zoom link should already be in your email, or contact your educator. We’...d love to put a face to your name and to hear all about how you are going with your Doula training so please join us on Monday 20th Sept at 8pm. #doulatraining #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #endoflifedoula #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #endoflifecare #endoflife See more

06.01.2022 #repost @wombtotombdoula Me with a lot of gratitude and tears in my eyes . #yothubasketproject #doulacare #love #bekind #doulasupport #hope #showyoucare #gratitude #galiwinku #australiandoulacollege #doulaheartneteork #indigenouslivesmatter #indigenousmumma #thankyou #doulatraining

06.01.2022 #repost @wombtotombdoula wombtotombdoula Ever been asked how a loved one died and don’t want to discuss it? Some people are curious and caring and some are just plain nosey. It’s ok to keep that information to yourself for as long as you need/want. Here are some helpful responses ... #endoflife #endoflifedoula #doulatraining #grief #yourjourney #doulasupport #doulacare #love #mystory #yourstory #whenyoureready #doula

05.01.2022 Because we can all do with a laugh!

05.01.2022 Happy fathers Day to all the dads out there. Keep up the good work and enjoy the day Shout out to all the step fathers and remembering those who have lost their dads or those that cant be with their dads today.

04.01.2022 Some great insight on an extremely sad and difficult situation to navigate

04.01.2022 Spring has sprung.

03.01.2022 Renees experience is a gift that enabled me to freely express my feelings. Engaging the services of a professional doula seemed like the most natural thing to do when my father unexpectedly died late last year. Having Renee support me through honouring my fathers death in the most dignified and intimate space was a truly cathartic and uplifting experience. Renees experience is a gift that enabled me to freely express my feelings and create a pathway to ensure my fathers... memory will live in my heart forever. - Marianne Keevers #doulatraining #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #endoflifedoula #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #doulasarenotjustforbirth #doulasareawesome #doulasarehereforyou #endoflifecare #endoflife

03.01.2022 THIS!!! What on earth are we doing? This baby needs his mumma and his mumma needs him. Bureaucracy gone mad. #enough

03.01.2022 The ADC 2022 Scholarships Applications are open now and will close at 5pm on Sunday 31st October 2021. There are three scholarships in honour of three inspiring, trailblazing women that touched the heart of our founder Renee Adair @wombtotombdoula. Today we would love to honour & remember Sarah:... Sarah Buck Annual Scholarship: Sarah was born in July 1972 and was a devoted mother of three divine children when she died, way before her time in October 2006. Renee and Sarah were two peas in a pod as they studied together to become doulas and childbirth and parenting educators with Marie Burrows. Renee and Sarah were thick as thieves and had a lot in common and shared years of love, laughter, tears, challenges and joys. It is with a great deal of love and respect for Sarah and her family that we honour her by offering this great Scholarship opportunity. For more information on all three Scholarships and to request an application pack click on the link in our bio. https://www.australiandoulacollege.com.au/scholarships #adcscholarship #doulatraining #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #endoflifedoula #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #endoflifecare #endoflife #scholarship See more

03.01.2022 Wow! We are overwhelmed with the response to our training dates for 2021! Our first Doula training in Sydney is now booked out! We have had so many enquiries that we have just released an additional course for Sydney however there are only 6 places available. May 14th, 15th, 16th 2021 June 11th, 12th 13th 2021... Don’t miss out!! Contact [email protected] today to request an enrolment pack #doulatraining #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #endoflifedoula #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasarenotguests #doulasareessential #endoflifecare #endoflife

03.01.2022 Today is the start of Birth trauma week. Birth trauma can be either physical or psychological or a combination of both. Birth trauma can leave life long emotional and physical scars including postnatal depression and/or anxiety and post-partum post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Here in Australia suicide is shockingly the number 1 cause of maternal death during pregnancy and the first 12 months after birth. This is NOT good enough. We MUST treat women better in birth. Wo...men never forget the day their babies are born. We need to provide better birthing options, we need to listen to women, we must question why the intervention and caesarean rate is so high, and we must provide more services post natally, offering a soft landing place for new mamma and papas to go on and be the best parents they can be. For those of you who have experienced birth trauma, we hear you, we believe you and are sorry this happened to you. Our hearts are with all pregnant and birthing women and new parents who have had to navigate so much this year during covid, adding a new layer of trauma we have never seen before. Please know we stand with you. Remember you can hire a Doula for your pregnancy, birth and/or post natal period - face to face or virtually. You are not alone. With love

03.01.2022 The Australian Doula College Virtual Open Day 2020 October 24th 2020 3pm-4.30pm ... Meet Renee Adair, Founder and Director of the the ADC and get some history about the College and Doulas in general. You will get to hear from our Educators and learn about your study options and what we have coming up in 2021, how the college operates and also hear from our graduates who have completed the training. At our virtual open day you will have an opportunity to ask questions and you can log in and join us from anywhere thats convenient for you! To be a part of this special day you will need to register (so that we can manage all of the IT stuff and send you the correct links). This is a FREE event hosted by The Australian Doula College. Send us an email at [email protected] to register. We look forward to meeting you! #doulatraining #doulagraduation #virtual #online #openday #doula #doulalove #birth #birthdoula #doulasupport #doulalife #postpartumdoula #labouranddelivery #labour #birthstory #positivebirth #pregnancy #mamastory #birthplan #empoweredbirth #birthworker #australiandoulacollege #endoflifedoula #doulasarenotvisitors #doulasareessential #doulasarenotjustforbirth #doulasareawesome #doulasarehereforyou #endoflifecare #endoflifecare See more

03.01.2022 2020 had seen a rise in podcasts. Can you please share which ones you are enjoying and would recommend2020 had seen a rise in podcasts. Can you please share which ones you are enjoying and would recommend

02.01.2022 "Giving birth to a baby is already a deeply primal experience, and however you do it as it’s not always a choice is only a tiny part of the huge picture of the subsequent experience of motherhood. Everyone is different, and everyone’s health is different. But for me, planning to stay safe and warm in my cave feels like the right decision, right now."

02.01.2022 Sent via @planoly #planoly