Join The DAI
The Doula Association of Ireland (DAI) is the country’s largest representative body which works to support and develop the doula profession. Joining the Association is a big step for any professional doula in Ireland!
Membership with a professional association allows you to enhance your career in several ways, such as increasing your access to resources, building your network and CV, generating business leads, and increasing the visibility of your work.
The DAI is a community of active doulas who are professionally trained by pre-approved institutions, Garda vetted, and insured to perform their work.
Member Benefits
Web Profile & Access
You will have a designated page on our website, found via our Find a Doula feature. On this page, you can add a headshot, bio, state special interests and additional skills, describe the areas/hospitals you cover, and leave your detailed contact info. You will also have access to a private area of our website where you will find helpful documents, such as a sample contract, and our data collection forms.
CPD
The DAI holds its own workshops and Continuing Professional Development events, usually held in February and September, where we get to sharpen our existing skills, acquire some new ones, and exchange thoughts and ideas with other professionals.
Mentorship
Doulas are very intentional about all learning opportunities, often debriefing with each other following their work with clients –a practice we strongly encourage! To facilitate and formalise such interactions, the DAI has developed a Mentorship Programme, where more experienced doulas assist newer ones in establishing their businesses, practising much-needed self-care for doulas, and getting the most out of their DAI memberships.
Facebook Group
A lot of informal discussions happen there! It is not a requirement to join, but it can be an easy way to be in touch with our body of members, ask questions, and get to know other doulas and what they have been up to.
Book Club
Join us as we dive into important reads and great discussions! The DAI Book Club is a new feature and we intend to read a mix of the latest and most exciting finds as well as some of the classics of the birth industry.
Exclusive Discounts
As a member, you will also enjoy exclusive discounts at local and on-line services aimed at making our lives easier, helping us enhance our businesses, and allowing us to recharge. Current partners include Nurture Health and BGi Insurance.
The Criteria
Ready to join the DAI?
DAI-Membership-Application-Form-2022
We are open to new memberships year round, so you may join the DAI at the time most convenient to you! To apply, you must fill out our application form and submit it along with the required documentation. We recommend that you read the Application Instructions before starting the application process. Click on the link to download the application form.
All membership applications will be reviewed by the DAI Committee and processed by our Membership Secretary, please email your completed form to membership@doula.ie
Once processed, the applicant shall be notified of our decision and, if applicable, the relevant membership fees of €55 may be paid. When payment is complete membership will be made official.
Learn More about Membership
Reach out to our membership secretary, always happy to chat with you!
CPD & Events
The DAI offers a range of Continued Professional Development opportunities for Birth and Postpartum Doulas, usually held in February and September.
Want to stay up to date on our educational events?