Doula Mentorship Program
Grow into a more confident, skilled, and standout doula
A 6-week live mentorship designed to help doulas strengthen communication, build confidence, and grow professionally.
Mentorship designed by Anna Rodney, founder of Chicago Family Doulas and Birth & Baby University –
and led by Chelsea Derrico, a longtime Chicago Family Doulas team lead, mentor, childbirth educator, and leader in doula development.
What we’ll focus on together
We will strengthen the skills that matter most in real doula work:
Strengthening communication with families and providers
Building confidence in challenging situations
Troubleshooting complex client experiences
Learning how to go above and beyond for families
Standing out through professionalism and excellence
Building community partnerships and connections
Business guidance and long-term sustainability as a doula
What you’ll leave with
At the end of the program, you will have:
Greater confidence in your role as a doula
Stronger communication skills with clients and professionals
Clearer strategies for navigating common challenges
A deeper understanding of how to stand out in this field
Guidance on building a sustainable doula career
Insight into professionalism and leadership in birth work
Renewed clarity & excitement about your work supporting families
Continue your growth and extend your certification
If you have previously completed our Postpartum Doula Training or Birth Doula Training, this mentorship will extend your certification for an additional three years.
Our program is not only a powerful mentorship experience, but also an important step in continuing your professional development.
For doulas who want to grow with more confidence and clarity
Designed for doulas who are ready to strengthen their skills, refine their communication, and grow into even more confident and capable professionals.
Whether you are newly trained or an experienced doula, this program helps you thrive.
This mentorship helps you stand out
This program focuses on the skills that truly set doulas apart:
Communication that builds trust with families
Confidence navigating real client situations
Professional presence and leadership
Thoughtful support that goes above and beyond
Building a sustainable and rewarding career
What doulas say about our mentorship program:
It’s been definitely the best money I’ve spent so far
“Anna I just want to say thank you so much for your generosity and your time, and your passion because I’m a strong believer in an open hand concept – you are the epitomy of modeling that behavior. I want to thank you for this great training, it’s been definitely the best money I’ve spent so far.” – Linna
I loved every minute of it!
“This five week mentorship went too fast, I loved every minute of it! I learned SO much to help me better support my families. There was so much mentioned that has never occured to me in my years of doula work. I am so grateful to have found this incredible program!” – Michelle M.
Really tailored the content to help you feel more confident in your practice
“After taking the BBU Postpartum training, I signed up for the mentorship program. As a new postpartum doula I feel like I really benefited from everything taught by Chelsea (and Anna). There was so much I never even thought about as a new doula. I feel like they took everything into consideration and really tailored the content to help you feel more confident in your practice.” – Jen R.
I learned so much that I didn't know and didn't even consider!
“I took this mentorship for my 3 year certificate, it was worth it! I learned so much that I didn’t know and didn’t even consider! Thank you Chelsea and Anna!” – Margo C.
Program details:
March 2026 Doula Mentorship Program
Format: Live on Zoom
Schedule: Tuesdays from 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CST
Length: 6 weeks
Meeting dates: March 31, April 7, April 14, April 21, April 28, May 5
Strengthen your skills
for only $300
Frequently asked questions
Who is this program for?
This mentorship is designed for both new and experienced birth and postpartum doulas who want to strengthen their skills and grow professionally.
Is this program live?
Yes. The mentorship meets live on Zoom once a week for six consecutive weeks.
Will this extend my certification?
Yes. If you previously completed our Birth or Postpartum Doula Training, this mentorship extends your certification for three years.
What will we focus on during the program?
Communication, confidence, troubleshooting client situations, professionalism, standing out in the field, and building a sustainable doula career.
Chelsea Derrico has spent years mentoring doulas as a team lead at Chicago Family Doulas, supporting them as they grow into confident professionals. She currently runs the onboarding process and teaches all onboarding courses, giving her a deep understanding of what doulas truly need to succeed in this work.
Her mentorship combines practical experience, thoughtful guidance, and high professional standards that help doulas grow with confidence and clarity.
Anna Rodney is a lifelong learner who has dedicated her career to education and supporting families. After the birth of her first child in 2009, she developed a deep passion for birth and newborn care, becoming a labor and postpartum doula and childbirth educator. She is a Newborn Care Specialist, Lactation Educator, Lamaze Instructor, Happiest Baby on the Block parent educator, and former Hypnobirth Instructor. Anna is also the founder and lead faculty of Birth & Baby University (BBU), where she trains labor and postpartum doulas and childbirth educators.
In addition to teaching, Anna supports families as the owner of Chicago Family Doulas, connecting with thousands of expecting and new parents each year. Before focusing on birth and parenting education, she spent over a decade as a special education teacher and holds multiple degrees in special education as well as a master’s degree in education. Anna is passionate about making learning engaging, practical, and supportive for families navigating birth and early parenthood.
