Course Resources
Everything you need, in one place.
ICEA position papers, class handouts, evidence-based references, and supplemental materials. New resources will appear here throughout the cohort — check back as you work through each session.
Interactive Simulator
The Birth Roll
Roll the dice and walk a client through pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum. Practice BRAIN, comfort measures, and emotional presence.
ICEA
Position Papers
Official position statements from the International Childbirth Education Association. Reference these for evidence-based practice and client education.
Cesarean Childbirth
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Role & Scope of the Childbirth Educator
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Comfort Measures
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Delayed Bathing
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Episiotomy
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Family-Centered Maternity Care
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Harmful Environmental Substances
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Induction
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Infant Feeding
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Optimal Cord Clamping
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Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders
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Physiologic Birth
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Role & Scope of the Postpartum Doula
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Safe Infant Sleep
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Skin-to-Skin Contact
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Social Media, Internet Presence & Privacy
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Water Labor & Water Birth
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Class Handouts
From the Cohort
Handouts shared during lecture and in-person practice days. We’ll keep adding to this list throughout the cohort.
Additional Resources
Evidence & Reference
Supplemental reading, evidence summaries, and trusted external resources for ongoing learning.
Missing something? If a handout from class isn't here yet, or you can't find a resource you need, email your Volunteer Coordinator at klewis@mhndoula.com — we'll get it added.