Birthworker Podcast — The Business Podcast for Doula Entrepreneurs

Have you been trying to figure out how to create a birth doula business that allows to the time and space to do what you love?

If you’re ready to strike the PERFECT balance between your doula dreams and your dream lifestyle, then get out a pen and paper, this episode is for you!

In this episode, we dive into the following:

• Building a birth business that aligns with your lifestyle…
• The secret to freedom and flexibility as a doula…
• Not trading your hours for money (not directly, anyways)...
• … and a whole lot more!

If you're tired of feeling like your birth business is holding you back from living the dream lifestyle you desire, then you wanna listen up!

Resources mentioned: 

 
Additional Resources You'll LOVE...

If you're not a doula yet, but you're feeling the call to birthwork... download my FREE Birthwork Blueprint E-book for aspiring doulas!

Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram at @birthworkerpodcast for more. 

If these topics light you up, please rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening from. 

Your feedback helps this podcast grow, and I wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for you!

Have you been trying to figure out the secret to optimizing your time and energy as a birthworker, making every moment count?

If you’re ready to unlock the secret to unlocking the full potential of your doula business and create more time for the things you love, this episode is for you!

In this episode, we dive into the following:

• Making a living without being on-call 24/7…
• Taking messy action without getting stuck in the planning phase…
• Using tools available to you (helllooooo ChatGPT)...
• … and a whole lot more!

If you're tired of feeling overwhelmed and struggling to manage your time effectively in your doula business, then you wanna listen up!

 
Additional Resources You'll LOVE...

If you're not a doula yet, but you're feeling the call to birthwork... download my FREE Birthwork Blueprint E-book for aspiring doulas!

Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram at @birthworkerpodcast for more. 

If these topics light you up, please rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening from. 

Your feedback helps this podcast grow, and I wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for you!

Have you ever wondered what it takes to grow your birth doula business from humble beginnings to half a million dollars?

If you’ve been wondering how a birth doula can turn their passion into a thriving business, then get out a pen and paper, this episode is for you!

In this episode, we dive into the following:

• Game-changing strategies that will set you apart from the rest…
• The secret formula to financial freedom as a doula…
• Insider tips to growing a successful biz from ground ZERO..
• … and a whole lot more!

If you're tired of struggling to grow your birth doula business from the ground up, then you wanna listen up!

 
Additional Resources You'll LOVE...

If you're not a doula yet, but you're feeling the call to birthwork... download my FREE Birthwork Blueprint E-book for aspiring doulas!

Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram at @birthworkerpodcast for more. 

If these topics light you up, please rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening from. 

Your feedback helps this podcast grow, and I wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for you!

Have you ever wondered if there's a proven formula for pricing your Doula services that guarantees both financial success and accessible support for families?

If you’re ready to unlock my secrets to pricing, site hosting, and whether or not I attend free births (HINT: I do!), then get out a pen and paper, this episode is for you!

Every Friday, I answer your biggest questions right here on the podcast.

The 3 questions we answer in today’s episode are: 

• How to price your doula services, even in a small town?...
• Which site is the best to host your small business website on?...
• And how can I support free birth safely and responsibly?

To submit a question for next week’s podcast, click here.

If you’re ready to stop second-guessing these big business decisions, listen up, this episode is for you! 

Resources mentioned: 

The BEST course hosting platform: Thrivecart

 
Additional Resources You'll LOVE...

If you're not a doula yet, but you're feeling the call to birthwork... download my FREE Birthwork Blueprint E-book for aspiring doulas!

Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram at @birthworkerpodcast for more. 

If these topics light you up, please rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening from. 

Your feedback helps this podcast grow, and I wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for you!

Have you ever wondered what it takes to go from being an aspiring birthworker to running a thriving in-person doula business?

If you’re ready to dive into the captivating story of Erica Arsenault and her incredible rise to success as a birth doula and business owner, then get out a pen and paper, this episode is for you!

Today I'm joined by Erica, founder of The Rising, who shares her insight and experience from working as a doula to starting a doula agency and brick-and-mortar birth business.

In this episode, we dive into the following:

• How to turn your passion for birth into a thriving and fulfilling doula career...
• Why mastering this one skill can make you the go-to birthworker in your community...
• The game-changing strategy that can take your in-person doula business from zero to fully booked...
• … and a whole lot more!

If you're tired of struggling to fill your calendar and longing for a fully booked schedule, then you wanna listen up!

Follow Erica on Instagram: @therising.doula

Visit Erica’s website: www.therisingdoula.com

Resources mentioned: 

>> Purple Cow: Transform Your Business by Being Remarkable by Seth Godin

>> Partner Support Freebie

 
Additional Resources You'll LOVE...

If you're not a doula yet, but you're feeling the call to birthwork... download my FREE Birthwork Blueprint E-book for aspiring doulas!

Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram at @birthworkerpodcast for more. 

If these topics light you up, please rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening from. 

Your feedback helps this podcast grow, and I wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for you!

Have you ever wondered how to create a smooth transition when it's time to step away from your role as a doula to embrace entering motherhood yourself? 

If you are ready to set yourself up for success and let go of the stress of taking time off as a doula with a newborn, then get out a pen and paper, this episode is for you!

Every Friday, I answer your biggest questions right here on the podcast.

The 3 questions we answer in today’s episode are: 

• How to invite and host guests experts within your courses..
• How to put together a basic contract..
• And how to prepare for maternity leave as a birth-attending doula..

To submit a question for next week’s podcast, click here.

If you're tired of worrying about the potential impact on your doula career when it comes to taking a well-deserved maternity leave, then you wanna listen up!

 
Additional Resources You'll LOVE...

If you're not a doula yet, but you're feeling the call to birthwork... download my FREE Birthwork Blueprint E-book for aspiring doulas!

Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram at @birthworkerpodcast for more. 

If these topics light you up, please rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening from. 

Your feedback helps this podcast grow, and I wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for you!

Are you ready to uncover the secrets to building lasting connections with your doula clients, even when faced with challenging situations? 

If you’re seeking advice on fostering a meaningful and supportive experience for both you and your doula clients, then get out a pen and paper, this episode is for you!

In this episode, we dive into the following:

• Using vulnerable moments to strengthen the trust between you and your clients..
• Approaching conflict in the birth space from a place of peace...
• Navigating tough situations while maintaining the doula/client bond...
• … and a whole lot more!

If you're tired of second-guessing your abilities to confidently navigate the complexities of doula-client dynamics, then you wanna listen up!

 
Additional Resources You'll LOVE...

If you're not a doula yet, but you're feeling the call to birthwork... download my FREE Birthwork Blueprint E-book for aspiring doulas!

Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram at @birthworkerpodcast for more. 

If these topics light you up, please rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening from. 

Your feedback helps this podcast grow, and I wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for you!

Have you ever wondered how to bridge the gap between your dedication to being a doula and your partner's reservations, creating a space where both your business and your relationship can flourish?

If you are ready to discover the secrets of maintaining a thriving doula business while also nurturing a strong and supportive relationship, even when your partner doesn't fully understand your role as a birth worker, then get out a pen and paper, this episode is for you!

Every Friday, I answer your biggest questions right here on the podcast.

The 3 questions we answer in today’s episode are: 

• Are giveaways a good method to grow my social media following as a doula?
• What should I include in my "birth bag" for attending births as a doula?
• What should you do if your husband/partner isn't on board with your doula business replacing your corporate income?

To submit a question for next week’s podcast, click here.

If you're tired of feeling like your doula business and relationship are constantly at odds, then you wanna listen up!

 
Additional Resources You'll LOVE...

If you're not a doula yet, but you're feeling the call to birthwork... download my FREE Birthwork Blueprint E-book for aspiring doulas!

Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram at @birthworkerpodcast for more. 

If these topics light you up, please rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening from. 

Your feedback helps this podcast grow, and I wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for you!

Have you ever wondered how a birth doula can empower and advocate for clients, even in the face of adversity in the birthplace, specifically from providers?

If you have ever wondered how birth doulas like HeHe Stewart navigate provider bias to create a truly autonomous and supportive birthing experience for their clients, then get out a pen and paper, this episode is for you!

Today I'm joined by HeHe Stewart from Tranquility by HeHe, who is sharing her insight and experience from supporting birthing women in all settings and teaching women how to stand up for their rights in the birthing process.

In this episode, we dive into the following:

• Why mastering the art of advocacy is essential for every birth worker in the fight against provider bias…
• HeHe's journey as a birth worker standing up for clients and confronting provider bias head-on…
• The key ingredient to creating lasting change for your clients as a birth doula…
• … and a whole lot more!

If you're tired of feeling powerless and unheard in the face of provider bias, then you wanna listen up!

Follow Hehe on Instagram: @tranquilitybyhehe

Visit Hehe’s website: tranquilitybyhehe.com 

 
Additional Resources You'll LOVE...

If you're not a doula yet, but you're feeling the call to birthwork... download my FREE Birthwork Blueprint E-book for aspiring doulas!

Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram at @birthworkerpodcast for more. 

If these topics light you up, please rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening from. 

Your feedback helps this podcast grow, and I wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for you!

Wanna look behind the scenes of the e-book that completely transformed my doula business and career as a whole?

If you’re curious about how selling a tiny E-book can really have THAT big of an impact on your life, then get out a pen and paper, this episode is for you! 

Every Friday, I answer your biggest questions right here on the podcast.

The 3 questions we answer in today’s episode are: 

• What questions do I need to ask during a consultation as a birth doula?
• What are your biggest tips for creating the third-trimester checklist?
• How long does it take to actually be a successful doula?

To submit a question for next week’s podcast, click here.

If you're tired of struggling to make ends meet as a doula, then you'll wanna listen up!

 
Additional Resources You'll LOVE...

If you're not a doula yet, but you're feeling the call to birthwork... download my FREE Birthwork Blueprint E-book for aspiring doulas!

Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram at @birthworkerpodcast for more. 

If these topics light you up, please rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening from. 

Your feedback helps this podcast grow, and I wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for you!