Where families prepare for confident parenthood — and doulas are professionally trained
What parents say about us:
Empowering, informative, and truly life-changing!
“I cannot recommend these birth and baby education classes enough! As a first-time parent, I felt overwhelmed by all the information out there, but this course broke everything down into clear, supportive, and easy-to-understand lessons. They made me feel confident and empowered going into labor and early parenthood.” -Josie M.
I had no idea what to expect before these classes!
“These classes were really helpful for my partner and I. We feel so much more confident about going into birth now. I had no idea what to expect before these classes. We also took the class to prepare for breastfeeding and caring for our new little cutie pie. 10 out of 10 recommend. You wouldn’t believe how much you don’t know about caring for a newborn before you take these classes.” -Christine M.
Really put me at ease!
“These classes were super helpful for my husband and I! I was pretty nervous about all things birth, but their birth class and breastfeeding class really put me at ease.” -Briana K.
We absolutely loved these classes!
So grateful for classes that I could take at my own pace!
So grateful for classes that I could take at my own pace!
The content is evidence-based and inclusive!
I was able to take so many great classes!
The best online birthing class!
10/10 recommend!
Expecting? Start here
Explore our virtual, self-paced classes designed to help you feel calm, confident, and prepared — from childbirth and comfort measures to newborn care and breastfeeding.
Birth & Baby University is your trusted place for real-life birth and baby education.
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Your doula career starts here
Become a certified Birth & Baby University Doula or Childbirth Educator through flexible, modern training designed for real-world success.
Purpose-driven. Evidence-based. Career-ready.
Learn at your own pace through our online app!
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→ Evidence-based education in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum
→ Comprehensive online, self-paced learning
→ Fully online doula certification with immediate certification
→ Practical training grounded in informed decision-making
→ Professional standards that prepare confident parents and career-ready doulas
Meet Anna:
A mom, doula, and childbirth educator that truly gets it!
I’m a doula and childbirth educator who has been mentoring doulas and supporting families since 2013.
I created my classes with each family in mind. I know that families who are prepared and know what to expect during pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum have a more positive experience. You deserve this. Our classes are designed so that you are set up for success!
Master’s degree in education
Over 24 years of teaching experience
12+ years as a doula and childbirth educator
3 babies I’ve had the joy of birthing
Over 10,000+ families supported through Chicago Family Doulas and Birth & Baby University
100k+ expecting families who follow us on social media
