“This retreat was more than I could have ever imagined. Being a doula for 8 years, I was skeptical if I was going to get anything out of it and I'm overjoyed to say this might have been one of the most pivotal trainings I've done thus far in my career. It was a safe space to learn and share plus I felt uber safe with Alicia & Meredith. It was also awesome to see how other doulas, midwives and L&D nurses practice within the medical system. This retreat not only improved my confidence, but also help create stronger bonds within our team! We walked away with massive takeaway points, new ways to prepare our clients and sharpened skills of birth room advocacy!”

The Advocacy Retreat up-leveled my doula skills, even after being in the field for over 15 years. The clarity of tools and phrases to practice and have the parents use if needed, will make my prenatal visits much more effective, and my presence in the birth room much less overwhelming. It was also an incredible opportunity to connect with other birth professionals. I’m so glad I listened to that little voice inside that shouted “you have to go to this!”

The Intentional Birth Advocacy Retreat was exceptional! Meredith and Alicia are groundbreaking women full of wisdom, love, light, and warmth. Jess is the same! They all shared their profound insights and experiences with us with such generous spirits. Their hearts and work are deeply changing the birth experiences of women, babies, and families. And doulas! As I am just starting out on my path as a doula, I am beyond grateful to have been able to receive their wisdom, gained over the course of hundreds of births and their lives lived in integrity. I felt so at home sitting in a circle of so many true-hearted doulas, with all ranges of experience. We learned A LOT, practiced many new-to-me advocacy tools in simulations of real-life interactions, had lots of fun and laughs, and amazing food. If you are a doula and have the opportunity to attend Intentional Birth's next retreat, please do!! You will be challenged and SO blessed!