25. What is a Fertility Doula? (and how to become certified)

Season #1 July 21, 2025

In this episode of the Her Fertility podcast, host Jess Tims provides a behind-the-scenes look at a webinar on what a fertility doula is and how to become certified. Jess explains the role of a fertility doula in offering emotional, educational, and holistic support to individuals navigating the path to conception. She shares her journey from a career in auditing and working at Disney to becoming a fertility doula inspired by her own struggles with unexplained infertility.

The episode highlights rising infertility rates worldwide and the need for comprehensive support, which fertility doulas provide. Jess introduces the Her Fertility Doula Certification, detailing its modules, live cohort, and the unique combination of Western medical knowledge and Eastern wisdom used in training. She emphasizes the importance of a heart-centered approach and explains the certification's practical elements, like self-paced content and exams, to prepare doulas to effectively support their clients.

00:00 Introduction to the Her Fertility Podcast

01:48 Welcome to the Webinar

05:28 Understanding the Role of a Fertility Doula

08:08 Client Stories and Emotional Support

16:28 The Importance of Certification

19:34 Introducing the Her Fertility Doula Certification

28:41 Q&A Session

learn more >> www.herfertility.support/certification

Episode Transcript

www.herfertility.support/certification
In this episode of the Her Fertility podcast, host Jess Tims provides a behind-the-scenes look at a webinar on what a fertility doula is and how to become certified. Jess explains the role of a fertility doula in offering emotional, educational, and holistic support to individuals navigating the path to conception. She shares her journey from a career in auditing and working at Disney to becoming a fertility doula inspired by her own struggles with unexplained infertility.