Charlotte Sternkind Del Toro, CD (DONA), LMT, CIMI

 

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“Love Current”

Beloved, be loved.
Be lover.
Be Love.
Be.
Love.

-Charlotte Sternkind
©1999

 

“Born of Storm”

Babies are born
During miraculous storm
When forces are strong
And urges are swift
The push and the surge
To refresh the world.

-Charlotte Sternkind Del Toro
©2005

Baby Grace and her mom a half an hour after birth. (Photo used by permission.)

 

CD (DONA)

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The certified doula recognized by DONA (Doulas of North America) International has met certain standards. To become certified in this premier doula organization she must have:

• attended a 16 hour or more DONA birth workshop
• read at least 5 books covering a range of topics pertinent to the childbearing year
• observed at least 12 hours of a childbirth preparation class
• provided doula services to at least 3 laboring mothers
• documented 3 births and postpartum support including:

o permission from the mother
o labor progress records
o a written essay for each birth

• received good evaluations of her services from at least 3 birth clients plus 3 primary care providers and nurses, or 3 midwives
• agreed to abide by the DONA Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice
• written an essay on the value and purpose of labor support
• maintained current membership in DONA International

A doula meeting these requirements has garnered comprehensive skills that support the laboring mother and her family. She becomes a valued asset to the birthing process. For more information, please visit www.dona.org.