A 501(c)3 NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION All donations are tax deductible
Our vision is that every TN family has access to all types of doula care no matter their race or income level. Doulas work to ensure the voice of the family is the center of care, which is crucial for safety, trust, and better outcomes. We believe that through collaboration and respect among doulas, community partners, and healthcare professionals, we can increase the accessibility of respectful, evidence-informed, and supportive care from the community and healthcare system. This change will improve birth and postpartum outcomes, making Tennessee the best state to be pregnant and birth our children. Doulas don't just change birth. We change generations.

Benefits of Joining TNDA
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Listing on TNDA doula directory
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Continuing education videos (including loss, client interviewing, and conflict resolution)
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Access to doula business files
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TNDA digital badge
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Office depot printing discount
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Updated about TN doula legislation
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Mentoring with an experienced doula
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Community networking: connect with other doulas in your area.
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Attendance to October Nashville doula conference for free
Requirements to Join
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Proof of training as a doula (all trainings accepted)
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Serve clients that live in TN
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CPR trained, or within 90 days of joining
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Annual fee: $70 (+fee for background check the first year of membership)
Want to Train or Certify as a Doula?
Is your burning desire to be the guiding light, steady hand, and compassionate heart to walk alongside families on their journey of birth and beyond? Are you dreaming of becoming a doula, but not sure where to start? Stop dreaming and put your desire into action. We can answer your questions on how to start your doula career and even have scholarships to help train and certify doulas. Fill out the application and we will contact you to give you more information.
Our Current Projects
3 TNDA DOULA STAGES
Level Up Your Doulaness!
TRAINED
This is a new doula who has attended doula skills and lactation support training.
CERTIFIED
This type of doula has completed training and many hours of prep work along with supporting multiple clients. She can support you well and usually her fees increase based on her level of experience.
STATE VERIFIED
She is trained, certified, has a clean background check, and has taken advanced training: Mental Health Awareness, Rebozo, Peanut Ball, Conflict Resolution, Doula Presence, Partner Support Training, CPR, Cultural Competency, and more.


We serve everyone regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, immigration status, religion, or disability. We believe we all have something to contribute. We believe we can all learn from one another.