The Irish Trade and Professional Association for Doulas CLG is a not for profit, membership, trade and professional association that promotes, develops and supports doulas and the doula profession in Ireland. The Irish Trade and Professional Association for Doulas CLG is an inclusive organisation, welcoming Doulas providing range of supports, including, but not limited to: Antenatal, Birth, Postpartum, Fertility, Abortion, Pregnancy and Infant Loss, Menopause, End of Life.
The primary mission of the doula profession is to positively impact the childbearing experience, and other life stages, for individuals and their families. Fundamental to doula care is the understanding that continuous emotional support and reassurance during labour, birth, postpartum and along journeys improves and enhances outcomes.
The purpose of the Association is to promote the professional development, advancement and recognition of Doulas in Ireland for the benefit of mothers, babies, parents, families and the wider community. Our Association aims to raise awareness of Doula support services as complementary components for health and well-being.
Every type of company – from SMEs to large multinationals – are beginning to offer greater range of wellness programmes as a part of their overall employee benefits package.
Doula services include both in person and online support, as well as workshops. Our members can offer tailored packages for employers to facilitate the provision of support services as part of Employee Assistance Programs and Wellness Initiatives as well as workshops on topics including: Breastfeeding Breaks, Preparing for Leave, Returning to Work after leave, Menopause Support, Miscarriage Support, IVF Support, Bereavement Support.
Our members wellness programmes can benefit employers by:
Contact Details:
Roberta Hynes – Director
Email: info@doulas.ie
Website: www.doulas.ie
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