Dona Internationalformerly Known As Doulas Of North Americais A Leading Organization In Doula Training And Certificationfounded In 1992 By A Group Of Maternal Infant Health Researchersit Has Grown To Become The Largest And Most Respected Certifying Body For Doulas Worldwidethe Organization Officially Rebranded To Dona International In 2004Expanding Its Reach Beyond North America Dona International Offers Comprehensive Doula Training And Certification Programs That Prepare Individuals To Provide Essential Emotional And Physical Support To Pregnant Women During Labor And Postpartumthe Organization Has Certified Over 12 000 Doulas And Develops Resources Such As Doula Manuals And Certification Standardsits Mission Focuses On Supporting Families During Childbirth And Early Postpartum Experienceshighlighting The Importance Of Continuous Support For Improved Outcomes
