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Our Next In-Person BADT Practicum Will Be In Fall 2026!

Presenting our…

Second Annual BADT Practicum in Atlanta, GA

October 2nd & 3rd, 2026

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

View our Wellness Policy here

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?