Doulamatch

DoulaMatch.net was created to solve a simple problem: expectant families needed a fast, efficient way to find doulas who'd actually be available during their due dates. Founded by Kim James—a certified doula, trainer, and childbirth educator based in Seattle, Washington—along with her husband Pat, the platform has grown into the largest doula directory in North America.

4,000+ Doulas Listed Every doula maintains an extensive profile showing their experience, training, certifications, and specific services. No guesswork—you see exactly what each doula offers.

30,000+ Verified Reviews Real families post testimonials about their actual experiences. This isn't marketing copy; it's feedback from people who hired the doula and worked with them during labor, postpartum, or end-of-life care.

Certification Verification Each doula can display their certification certificate image directly on their profile. You can verify the issuing organization, check the date, and confirm current status.

100% US and Canada Coverage All major US and Canadian cities have doulas listed. Whether you're in a metropolitan area or smaller city, the platform connects you with local support.

The doula field is unlicensed and unregulated—which means certification matters. DoulaMatch has published clear standards for what constitutes quality certification:

• •Comprehensive training with in-person, self-study, and practicum requirements
• •Clearly documented education and experience requirements
• •Demonstrated doula work experience
• •Client and healthcare provider evaluations
• •Periodic re-certification and continuing education
• •Published code of ethics and standards of practice
• •Grievance procedures for consumer protection

The platform also lists doula training providers and childbirth education classes. Current offerings include:

• •ProDoula Labor Doula Training ($695)
• •20-hour comprehensive workshop
• •Hands-on labor support skills
• •Business fundamentals for new doulas
• •February 28–March 1 (Virtual, Pacific Time)

• •BirthPro Full-Spectrum Doula Training ($850)
• •Birth and postpartum support
• •Trauma-aware, culturally humble care
• •Hospital birth, induction, cesarean support
• •State-friendly alignment with Medicaid doula pathways
• •March 28–April 5 (Virtual, Eastern Time)

• •Big Fat Pregnancy: Weight-Inclusive Care Training ($225)
• •4-hour practical skills workshop
• •Anti-fat bias and size-inclusive practice
• •February 1 (Virtual, Pacific Time)

• •INELDA End-Of-Life Doula Training ($995)
• •Hospice and end-of-life support
• •Self-paced and group instruction format
• •March 23–April 8 (Virtual, Eastern Time)

Evidence Based Birth 2026 Conference - March 17–18 (Virtual, Eastern Time)

• •Oregon Doula Conference ($150)
• •April 13, Florence Event Center
• •In-person networking and education

DoulaMatch has connected families and doulas for 17 years, with weekly availability updates from 1,000+ doulas.

The platform operates on a community-supported model. Doulas participating on the site keep it running and growing. If you value what DoulaMatch does, the site encourages linking to it from your website—that's how word spreads.

Currently serving the US and Canada, DoulaMatch remains the most comprehensive directory for finding a doula, verifying credentials, and reading honest family reviews before you hire.