Online Course: Ayurvedic Postpartum Doula
This certificate course shares in-depth teaching on the specialized system of Ayurvedic Postnatal Doula support and bodywork (Abhyanga). Join our 2024 Fall Cohort!
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Just $1910
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Course Outline
Enjoy lifelong access upon enrollment. Our course is broken down into 7 modules, released weekly, enabling you to complete coursework (and refer back) at your own pace.
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Module 1: Women Caring for Women and Understanding Ayurveda
Video instruction: 80 minutes
This is a very thorough introduction to Ayurveda from the perspective of women caring for women in the postnatal period. We spend Module 1 orienting participants to the course and the system of Ayurveda, increasing the accessibility of this approach to complete wellness.
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Module 2: The Physiology of the First 42 Days
Video instruction: 110 minutes
Here we cover the Physiology of the First 42 Days, with over 2-hours of video guidance on perineal repair, lactation education, and the cardinals of breastfeeding technique from an Ayurvedic and midwifery perspective.
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Module 3: Ayurvedic Hands-on Therapies
Video Instruction: 66 minutes
In Module 3 we cover regulating the nervous system through lifestyle in-home approaches. Research has documented measurable mental improvements that come from daily routine. We cover here breathwork, warm oil self massage, newborn massage, belly wrapping and other tools that can be shared directly with our clients for recovery in the postnatal period.
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Module 4: Deep Healing of Ayurvedic Bodywork (Abhyanga)
Video Instruction: 125 minutes
For the *first time ever* complete guidance, demonstration and instruction is shared throughout this section on the Ayurvedic therapy of bodywork using heated, dosha balancing oils (as conducted by you, her doula)! This section on conducting the ritual of Postnatal Abhyanga is over 125 minutes of video teaching!
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Module 5: Postnatal Healing through Foods
Video Instruction: 60 minutes
The section covers in-depth the healing of ones body made possible through Ayurvedic postnatal cooking. Over 50 minutes of cooking demonstration are included here so that you can master of art of deep internal repair through foods.
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Module 6: The Support of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders
Video Instruction: 60 minutes
This module takes a close look at the important topic of maternal mental health and mind-body healing through Ayurvedic lifestyle practices. We also discuss Ayurvedic care guidance for healing following a surgical delivery (c-section).
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Module 7: Creating a Flourishing Career
Video Instruction: 25 minutes
This final module is always a big hit. Here we connect with our participants on building a successful business. This includes guidelines for fulfilling all contractual duties with integrity and professionalism. An absolute must-see!
This Course Includes:
In addition to the 7 weeks of invaluable content shared, there are a number of further perks included with enrollment:
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Over 250 pages in the Research-based Course Manual (*valued at $195)
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Beautifully produced First 42 Days Digital Recipe Book (*valued at $185)
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4-5 Live hour-long sessions with director, Jenna Furnari and other guest experts (*valued at $1750)
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Ongoing private support from community of fellow Ayurvedic Postpartum Doula participants (*valued at $195)
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Access to *BONUS* small group mentorship with director and creator, Jenna Furnari (*valued at $550)
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Lifelong access to all course material (*valued at $$$)
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Endless resources, such as pre-written contracts, appointment and scheduling calendar, and so much more.
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TOTAL VALUE: $5675
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All for just $1910. Payment plans available.
Course reviews
I am ecstatic!
Zoe Flanagan
This course, from the beginning has been so easy to follow. The material is organized, and I love the aspect of both written and video material, as I learn best visually. Both Jenna and Lisa really did an amazing job explaining and providing knowl...
Read MoreThis course, from the beginning has been so easy to follow. The material is organized, and I love the aspect of both written and video material, as I learn best visually. Both Jenna and Lisa really did an amazing job explaining and providing knowledge. For anyone looking into this course, I highly recommend. It's great because you can go at YOUR pace. I finished in a month and a half (about 6 weeks). During that time i had family in town, I moved, if you stay disciplined and focused it is so possible to bust it out, however, you can take your time. I took a journal full of notes, so getting through the videos sometimes took me twice as long. I feel so fulfilled already having this knowledge and getting to share it with my childhood friend that just had her first baby. I am so grateful.
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Miranda Hanan
When I started this training, I didn't really know what Ayurveda was, what it's importance was or really how to help mothers postpartum (even though I had a passion for it!). This course is absolutely above and beyond. Perfect for the absolute beg...
Read MoreWhen I started this training, I didn't really know what Ayurveda was, what it's importance was or really how to help mothers postpartum (even though I had a passion for it!). This course is absolutely above and beyond. Perfect for the absolute beginner, but also wonderful for anyone who already has a doula certificate! I feel prepared, encouraged, educated and empowered to go out and do this very sacred work in serving mothers during this fragile period. This course comes with an abundance of resources, lots of group communication and so much more. Would absolutely take it again!!
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laura marshall
I have enjoyed reading the lessons, attending the videos and preparing recipes for my use. It is all full of very practical and hands on activities that stick closely to Ayurvedic and Yoga wisdom . Some lessons I was amazed how well they were ex...
Read MoreI have enjoyed reading the lessons, attending the videos and preparing recipes for my use. It is all full of very practical and hands on activities that stick closely to Ayurvedic and Yoga wisdom . Some lessons I was amazed how well they were explained in lay terms. They were within total reach and understanding of anyone without a background in Ayurveda, and yet nothing's missing.. Some of the advice was similar to what I received when giving birth to my two babies, over 40 years ago, However, the addition of Ayurveda perspectives and Vata specific support make this set of advices richer and far more complete than what I had. Often, I wished I had been given the opportunity in my birthing years to have gotten that kind of rich support and wisdom. I can see now how much more enjoyable that experience could have been if I had received it. So, It is heartwarming to know it is available and within reach to young mothers today. Keep up the good work, you are offering a gift to our community, at a time when we are in dire need to reconnect with that sort of ancient wisdom.
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Alexandra Drobna
This course provided me with everything I need for my career as a certified ayurvedic postpartum doula. The training is composed excelently, both theoretically and practically. The course is full of ayurvedic knowledge and practical information f...
Read MoreThis course provided me with everything I need for my career as a certified ayurvedic postpartum doula. The training is composed excelently, both theoretically and practically. The course is full of ayurvedic knowledge and practical information for the practice of an ayurvedic doula. The course covers all aspects of postpartum healing that a modern woman need.
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heather O'Neill
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“Ayurvedic Mamas is a distinguished platform of education and direct support for bringing complete post-birth care and recovery to the homes of newly birthed families."
Learn Ayurvedic Postnatal Bodywork with us!
For the first time ever, complete Abhyanga bodywork training is included in this course. Learn this healing therapy for newly birthed mothers.
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Taught through an entire module of its own, over 85 minutes of video instruction and demonstration, and a 30 page manual on this healing therapy alone.
Meet Jenna Furnari, MA
Director and Creator
As a Board Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner, Ayurvedic Postpartum Specialist and DONA trained Postpartum Doula, Jenna Furnari specializes in working with women throughout preconception, pregnancy, birth and postnatal recovery. She spent over 4 years at the Mount Madonna Institute studying Ayurveda and completing her thesis research on maternal health. Her studies and field work include time spent working directly with Dr. Sarita Shresta at a women's health clinic in Nepal.
In 2017, after nearly a decade spent building her own practice, Jenna gave birth to her first child. The journey of her First 42 Days brought whole-hearted clarity to the future of her work in the world: Ensuring complete postnatal support and recovery for as many women as she could reach. And from there, Ayurvedic Mamas was born.
Jenna's practice brings together the two invaluable systems of Ayurveda and doula care. The goal with every client is to create and sustain deep, ongoing balance, and to promote longevity through the entry of this new chapter.
Jenna works with women internationally, and the mission behind her work is to bring awareness and accessibility of this essential support to expectant mothers, doulas, and those in the world with a passion towards honoring this sacred time.
Participant Testimonials
“This training is so much more than the basics. Blown away by the robust curriculum. ”
“I am honored to now be an Ayurvedic Postpartum Doula and to spread this care among women in my country. I'm already getting started!”
“I just completed the course and already have my first client booked! I cannot thank Jenna enough for the business starting tips. I am ready to connect with community and build a client base!”
“Many thanks to Jenna for the years spent in creating this course. A truly humbling experience to be able to go into someone's home and support them during the most precious time of their life.”
“This is such a thoughtful and comprehensive course. This approach to nurturing new mothers and families feels sacred and empowering.”
“One of my first clients reported a profoundly different breastfeeding experience with Ayurvedic postnatal care in comparison to when their first was born. I wish this for every mother. ”
Tina (Beverly Hills, CA)
“I know that this is just the beginning of my journey as a postpartum doula and I am so grateful that Ayurvedic Mamas has been such an integral first step.”
- Niki (Bay Area, CA)
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I have to be a doula already to enroll in this course?
Absolutely not! This program has been intentionally and carefully put together with the doula in mind AND/OR the women that have great passion towards supporting new mothers yet have not begun this work quite yet. So wherever you find yourself on that spectrum, this course consists of rich material that will greatly benefit you and those that you share your work with.
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What if I am brand new to ayurveda?
Great! Most people are just beginning to brush the surface when it comes to learning about Ayurveda, and our course was designed with this in mind. In order to make this care accessible and greatly impactful, our content is presented simply and thoroughly. The goal of this course is to enable our Ayurvedic Postpartum Doulas to take what is shared and run with it!
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What happens after I register?
Upon registering you will receive an email from us walking you through the process of accessing this course. You will also be receiving our Ayurvedic Postpartum Doula Training ebook and a few other bonuses (all of which have been outlined above). You will receive the link to our private facebook group where participant interaction can begin immediately.
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How much time each week will be spent with this course?
That is completely up to you. Though we will be breaking the content down into a suggested weekly curriculum, you will have lifelong access to this material and can move at your own pace. Each of the 7 modules include 90 minutes to 2 hours of video instruction content.
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What is required to receive certificate of completion from Ayurvedic Mamas?
For those that would like to go through the Ayurvedic Postpartum Doula course completion process, there are a few requirements to fulfill within 12 months of your enrollment date. These requirements include: Completion of each module review (built into the course platform); Attendance of Lactation Course for doulas (available through Ayurvedic Mamas); Eight hours of direct experience and support with a new mother. Upon setting up your account you will have access to all seamless details regarding the above. If an extension of time is needed for completing requirements for the final certification, we are most happy to share that extension upon request.
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I am brand new to supporting women in the postpartum period. Is this a good course to begin with?
Couldn't be better. The content this course is comprised of provides a detailed outline of care that will benefit the seasoned doula and those that are getting ready to begin. Perhaps the best part of this online structure is that the information will forever be available for you to review and refresh yourself on in the future. Our private Facebook group will allow for ongoing support as well; it will serve as a landing page for the questions that arise as you dive into the program and get started in your work as an Ayurvedic Postpartum Doula.