Read the latest blog posts from Birth & Baby University
Childbirth Classes: What to Expect, Options & How to Choose
Childbirth classes explained: what you’ll learn, how to choose between Lamaze, Hypnobirthing, and evidence-based options. Compare formats, costs, and teaching styles.
Birth Doula Training: From First Module to Working With Families
What does birth doula training involve? Walk the full path—from your first module to working with families—plus how to choose the right BBU program.
Doula Certification Cost: What You’ll Actually Pay in 2026
What does doula certification cost in 2026? Honest breakdown of tuition, dues, exams, and recertification—plus BBU’s transparent one-time pricing at $550.
Patient Education in Perinatal Care: A Plain-Language Guide
What patient education means in perinatal care, why it matters, and what good, evidence-based teaching looks like—for families and professionals alike.
How to Become a Doula in Illinois (Including Medicaid Pathways)
How to become a doula in Illinois: training, certification, and the state’s Medicaid doula pathway, explained simply and evidence-based — no hype.
Online Natural Childbirth Class: What’s Covered & How to Choose
What does an online natural childbirth class cover? Evidence-based guide to comfort measures, partner prep, and choosing a class that fits your birth plan.