Join BADT IRL!
Our Next In-Person BADT Practicum Will Be In Fall 2026!
Presenting our…
Second Annual BADT Practicum
Fall 2026. Exact Dates & Location TBD
A two-day live training with BADT, featuring hands-on doula clinical practices, scenario roleplaying, live demonstrations, with sessions dealing with various topics like comfort measures, postpartum healing, grief, self care for doulas, and business. This event is open to all birth workers (regardless of training location or certification status!)
A ticket for the two-day event is $600.
(Payment plans available.)
Open to all birth workers
The BADT Practicum will be led by our lead teacher:
Sabia Wade
BADT Practicum Schedule
Day 1
9:00 - 10 am:
Welcome, Overview & Introduction
10:00 - 11:10 am:
Keynote Speaker
11:15 am - 12:45 pm:
Group A - Comfort Measures
Group B - Massage
12:45 - 1:45 pm:
Lunch Break
1:45 - 3:15 pm:
Group A - Massage
Group B - Comfort Measures
3:15 - 3:30 pm:
Break
3:30 - 5:00 pm:
Grief Workshop
Night Activity:
Night Out (Optional)
Day 2
9:00 - 10:00 am:
Welcome & Video Interviews
10:00 - 11:10 am:
Holistic Abortion
11:15 am - 12:45 pm:
Group A - Belly Binding
Group B - Pelvic Floor Education
12:45 - 1:45 pm:
Lunch Break
1:45 - 3:15 pm:
Group A - Pelvic Floor Education
Group B - Belly Binding
3:15 - 3:30 pm:
Break
3:30 - 5:00 pm:
Legal Awareness for Doulas
Night Activity:
BADT Students Only: Optional Hosted Dinner & Gathering, RSVP required
Things to Note:
Childcare: We’ve got you covered! Childcare is available during the event at zero cost, so you can fully participate - must be requested at registration.
Meals: Enjoy a provided lunch each day, plus a group dinner on Saturday to connect and unwind together.
Lodging: While lodging is not included, we’ll share local recommendations and offer a space in our Thinkific Community forum to help coordinate accommodations with fellow attendees.
Accessibility: The venue is wheelchair accessible.
Travel Bookings: While our location and dates are still TBD, we do advise that when you are ready to book flights/hotel, you always do so with a refundable option, as BADT is not responsible for any travel costs that cannot be recouped in the case of any change of plans.
Wellness Policy: Your health and safety are our priority—comprehensive COVID protocols will be in place throughout the event.
Open to all birth workers!
Want to join us in person?