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A Free Live Webinar with Anna Rodney Ask
a doula Real Questions for Expecting & Postpartum Families
September 3, 2026

Anna, owner and founder of Chicago Family Doulas, walks you through what to expect and how to prepare for your upcoming birth, baby, and postpartum.

When
Thu · September 3
12 PM CT
Where
Live on Zoom
Link after signup
Cost
FREE
Register to attend
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Following Along
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The Agenda

What you'll learn

Real answers to your questions about pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and working with a doula. From the team that supports hundreds of Chicago families each year.

Chicago Family Doulas01

The scope of doula support

The scope of doula support, how it can be integrated into your birth and postpartum plan, and how we differ from midwives and night nurses.

When to bring a doula02

When to bring one on

Any time you want expert-led support, guidance, and to have a more positive postpartum experience.

Pregnancy support03

Pregnancy support: what your relationship looks like

Pregnancy support, what your relationship with the doula looks like, plus ongoing communication support via text and calls, as well as an in-person prenatal visit in your home.

Birth day support04

Birth day support: what happens in the room

Comfortable positioning, partner support, working with your medical team, and involving your partner so you feel fully supported.

Postpartum support05

Postpartum support: feeding, recovery, and how a doula fits in

Feeding support, newborn soothing, recovery support, and how a doula fits in.

Working with your partner and extended family06

Working with your partner and extended family

How a doula protects the partner’s role, supports grandparents, and keeps your family thriving and enjoying this incredible life transition.

How to interview and choose the right doula07

How to interview and choose the right doula

How to interview and choose the right doula. This is where Chicago Family Doulas shines. With over 450 incredible, experienced birth and postpartum doulas, our administrative team selects the perfect doula for your family.

What doula support typically costs in Chicago08

What doula support typically costs in Chicago

What doula support typically costs in Chicago. What’s included and how to find out if you have workplace benefits through companies such as Carrot, Maven, Progeny, or other workplace benefits.

Live Q&A09

Live Q&A: bring your questions

We understand how overwhelming this time can be and have helped families navigate feeding, sleep, what to expect with your birth and your newborn thousands of times.

Thursday
September
3
Two Thousand Twenty-Six
12 PM CT
Live on Zoom

A live webinar you can join from anywhere in Chicagoland.

Anna Rodney, owner of Chicago Family Doulas, walks you through what to expect with pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and your newborn. She has a deep understanding of the local hospital policies and how to navigate this special time. She’ll be sharing helpful information and bring your questions.

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Your Host

Meet Anna

Anna Rodney
Presented by
Your Instructor
Anna Rodney
Anna Rodney is the founder of Chicago Family Doulas and Birth & Baby University. She has supported over 15,000 families throughout the Chicagoland area since 2011. She has a team of over 450 certified birth and postpartum doulas and an experienced team of admin that makes this process simple and seamless for your family.
Real Voices

Hear it from Chicago families

Unscripted, straight from the families we’ve supported.

★★★★★Rated 5.0 on Google · 290+ reviews
AS
A.S.
3/2024 · via Yelp · ★★★★★

"I called Anna when my night help became unreliable, and Anna saved the day. Within 24 hours, I had night help secured."

K
Kira
3/2024 · via Google · ★★★★★

"We were lucky enough to work with 3 doulas in our son’s first year. The quality of care has been top notch."

R
Rachel
CFD Postpartum Client · ★★★★★

"It was amazing to go to bed at 8 and wake up at 6 with clean laundry, cooked food, and a baby who was well cared for all night."

AS
A.S.
3/2024 · via Yelp · ★★★★★

"I called Anna when my night help became unreliable, and Anna saved the day. Within 24 hours, I had night help secured."

K
Kira
3/2024 · via Google · ★★★★★

"We were lucky enough to work with 3 doulas in our son’s first year. The quality of care has been top notch."

R
Rachel
CFD Postpartum Client · ★★★★★

"It was amazing to go to bed at 8 and wake up at 6 with clean laundry, cooked food, and a baby who was well cared for all night."

A
Aubyn
2/2021 · via Google · ★★★★★

"Plainly stated: we could NOT have survived having twins without the postpartum care and support we received."

J
Jennifer
3/2024 · via Google · ★★★★★

"Our doula was very experienced in postpartum care for both mom and baby. She knew exactly what to do."

F
Freya
4/2017 · via Yelp · ★★★★★

"After some tough delivery complications I knew I would need extra help. We called them the day before I was discharged."

A
Aubyn
2/2021 · via Google · ★★★★★

"Plainly stated: we could NOT have survived having twins without the postpartum care and support we received."

J
Jennifer
3/2024 · via Google · ★★★★★

"Our doula was very experienced in postpartum care for both mom and baby. She knew exactly what to do."

F
Freya
4/2017 · via Yelp · ★★★★★

"After some tough delivery complications I knew I would need extra help. We called them the day before I was discharged."

AS
A.S.
3/2024 · via Yelp · ★★★★★

"I called Anna when my night help became unreliable, and Anna saved the day. Within 24 hours, I had night help secured."

K
Kira
3/2024 · via Google · ★★★★★

"We were lucky enough to work with 3 doulas in our son’s first year. The quality of care has been top notch."

R
Rachel
CFD Postpartum Client · ★★★★★

"It was amazing to go to bed at 8 and wake up at 6 with clean laundry, cooked food, and a baby who was well cared for all night."

AS
A.S.
3/2024 · via Yelp · ★★★★★

"I called Anna when my night help became unreliable, and Anna saved the day. Within 24 hours, I had night help secured."

K
Kira
3/2024 · via Google · ★★★★★

"We were lucky enough to work with 3 doulas in our son’s first year. The quality of care has been top notch."

R
Rachel
CFD Postpartum Client · ★★★★★

"It was amazing to go to bed at 8 and wake up at 6 with clean laundry, cooked food, and a baby who was well cared for all night."

Good Questions

What to expect

Is this really free?

Yes; it’s a free, live session on Zoom. Register to get the link.

Who is this for?

Expecting and postpartum families in the Chicago area, and the partners, parents, and friends who support them.

What if I have a question before the webinar?

If you have an immediate question or need support now, reach out to our team and we will set up a call. Otherwise, bring your questions on the day; Anna answers them live.

What if I can’t attend live?

Register anyway and we’ll send the recording after, along with follow-up resources.

The Last Word

Bring your questions

Join Anna live on September 3 for a focused, family-centered conversation. Bring your questions and leave with real answers and a clear next step for your own family.

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