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'Dad Doula University': Where Support Starts Before the Baby Arrives


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We’re continuing our motherhood conversation – but this time, from the perspective of Dads, or non-birthing partners. In this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee, we’re going inside Dad Doula University.

Though pregnancy is physically experienced by the mother, or birthing parent, it is a process that impacts the entire family – and sometimes, Doulas are involved. A Doula is a trained professional who provides support and guidance to their clients throughout the entire process.  (Listen to our Mother's Day episode.)

Joshua Liston-Zawadi is the creator of Dad Doula University. The free program offers classes to help expectant fathers & non-birthing partners prepare for parenthood. 

In this episode:
  1. Visiting Dad Doula University: Inside a Saturday morning class with Josh and two expectant fathers (9 minutes)
  2. Conversation w/ Josh about why he created Dad Doula University and how it's helping families. (14 minutes)
  3. Dad Doula University has serviced more than 500 families. Cohorts are available every month from April-September over two consecutive weekends. Right now, they are held in Milwaukee inside the Sherman Phoenix. Find upcoming sessions and at daddoulauniversity.com.  

    Episode host: Kim Shine

    Uniquely Milwaukee is sponsored by the Milwaukee Public Library
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