Testimonials

Here’s what some of our Birth Doula students said…

  • I felt fully equipped to support a client immediately after my training. I love how HBI mentored me the entire way by listening to my questions and concerns and truly caring about me. I had a lot of doubts in the beginning with my first clients, especially since I had no experience. But, with HBI’s steady reassurance and guidance, I was able to succeed.

    - Dawn

  • I really enjoyed the role playing Krissy and Asha did. I am a very visual learner, so it is so helpful to see the things we are talking about played out in real time. HBI was so fulfilling. The group of women was so diverse, yet we all had a common passion and goal. The instructors were relatable, honest, and clearly experts in the field. They honored our questions and our stories. We laughed, had meaningful discussion, and grew as doulas and as women! I am a labor and delivery nurse and felt like I learned a completely new aspect of birth care. I am so glad I chose HBI for my doula education!

    -Julia

  • This workshop is set up so that you feel confident in your ability to help your clients as a birth doula the day you leave the training. My trainers were amazing at sharing the information and relating it to their own experiences as doulas.

    - Christian

  • Asha and Sarah were so kind, encouraging, and knowledgeable. By the end of the weekend, I felt empowered to begin practicing as a doula and felt supported. The workshop was wonderful at educating and informing me of my possible strengths and weaknesses in this role and how to address them. After the workshop, I am very excited to get the ball rolling to support new life and families!

    - Giulia

  • I had a great time and loved learning from Liz and Erica. Going through the HBI's birth doula training truly empowered me to attend my first birth a week later. The information, stories and wisdom shared by Liz and Erica was truly top notch. I am so happy I went through in-person doula training with HBI. They are truly experts in their field with a passion and empathy that is unrivaled. Thank you!

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Here’s what some of our Postpartum Doula students said…

  • The fact that it was a small group was more comfortable for me. I enjoyed that. The training space was beautiful.

    - Kellie

  • Instructors were very knowledgeable, shared real-life experiences, passionate, and made the weekend fun!

    - Mattea

  • The process, the material, the trainers all are great. The information, questions, and real life stories give real life connections. The diversity amongst those taking the class is also a plus! It was great!

    - Tevis

  • Attending Harbor Birth Institute’s two‑day postpartum doula workshop was a transformative experience. In one weekend, I gained practical knowledge—from infant feeding and postpartum recovery to navigating common hurdles—with clarity and support. The instruction was rooted in community care and supporting women, and the instructors brought energy, empathy, and real-world experience. I left feeling empowered, confident, and truly prepared to support families. Highly recommend HBI’s postpartum training!

    - Sara

Here’s what some of our Placenta Encapsulation students said…

  • Brittany was so helpful and down to earth! She made it comfortable to ask seemingly weird questions. I personally tend to not like hands-on parts of teachings and this was fun and easy to get into.

    - Leah

  • Brittany did such a great job of sharing the information and providing education with hands-on experience. This workshop was very helpful at educating doulas to be able to provide their clients with additional services.

    -Christian