Join BADT IRL!
Join Us October 2nd - 3rd, 2026
Presenting our…
Second Annual BADT In-Person Practicum in
Atlanta, GA
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
Questions? Join us for a Q&A session with Sabia Wade on Zoom or IG Live on either of the following dates:
IG Live: 7/29, 1-2PM ET
Zoom Q&A: 9/2, 2-3PM ET
The BADT Practicum will be led by our lead teacher:
Sabia Wade
BADT Practicum Schedule
Day 1
9:00 - 10 am:
Welcome, Overview, and Introduction
10:00 - 11:10 am:
Keynote Speaker: Stephanie Mitchell
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 and Video Interviews
10:00 - 11:10 am:
Conversation with Sabia Wade
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 and 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: We 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?