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"I provide hands-on, compassionate training for aspiring doulas who want to make a difference. With over a decade of experience, my focus is on helping future doulas confidently support diverse communities. My training prepares you to offer emotional and physical support during childbirth, empowering you to make a real impact on the families you serve."

Start Your Journey to Certification

Ready to begin your journey to becoming a Certified Doula? Here’s the step-by-step guide to earning your certification with DeAnna the Doula Trainer:

Core Classes in Childbirth & Labor Support

Self-paced online coursework

Hands-on experience and mentorship

Ethics, postpartum care, and feeding education

Birth Doula Training with Childbirth Education

Virtual • August 3–11, 2025

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Child Birth Education

This course covers the essentials of pregnancy, labor, and postpartum, providing a solid foundation for anyone preparing to become a birth doula.

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Birth Doula Training

This course covers the essentials of pregnancy, labor, and postpartum, providing a solid foundation for anyone preparing to become a birth doula.

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Foundations and coaching

This course covers the essentials of pregnancy, labor, and postpartum, providing a solid foundation for anyone preparing to become a birth doula.

DeAnna Takes Madison

Join Our Hybrid Doula Training

Spots are open for a unique training experience combining virtual childbirth education and in-person, hands-on doula skills in Madison, WI in Partnership with the Foundation for Black Women Wellness.

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Upcoming Events

EXPLORE OUR UPCOMING WORKSHOPS AND SPECIAL EVENTS.

DeAnna Tharpe DeAnna the Doula Trainer
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"I BELIEVE IN EMPOWERING FUTURE DOULAS THROUGH COMPASSIONATE AND CULTURALLY AWARE TRAINING."

I'm excited to share my story and expertise with you. Explore the path that led me to this work and discover the transformative impact we can make in the birthing community. Are you ready to join the movement? Learn more about me below.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

DeAnna Tharpe and Wisconsin Doulas of Color Collective

Tameka

“She inspires women of color to come together to make changes that are needed in our community as well as our lifestyle.”

Felic

"She's encouraging, positive, she’s always willing to help no matter what…without her I would say that I would be lost."

G'Vee

“I feel like she was very personable for me, I learned a lot of things from her. Comfortable talking to her, she explains things well. She's always there when I need her.”

Latifah

"She will go out her way to make sure everything is understood, go out her way to make sure we have everything we need."

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