Support and guidance in starting or building your birth business
while enjoying a retreat like feel.
Retreats will kick off spring of 2023
Watch for more information coming by the fall of 2022
Sample Schedule for One Day Retreat
9:00-10:00 socializing and light breakfast provided
10am-noon Blogging Basics for Non-Writers
12:00-1:00 lunch
1:00-2:00 Using Social Media for Doulas
2:00-2:45 Creating Multiple Income Streams for Doulas
2:45-3:00 Break
3:00-6:00 Creating an Action Plan that Works for YOU
Sample Schedule for Two Day Retreat
Day One:
5:00pm arrive at retreat location, time for socializing and relaxation
6:00pm dinner as a group
7:00-8:00pm Social Media for Doulas
8:00 down time
Day Two:
8:45-9:45am breakfast
10:00am-noon Blogging Basics for Non-Writers
12:00-1:00 lunch
1:00-2:00 Pinterest and Linktr.ee
2:00-2:45 Creating Multiple Income Streams
2:45-3:00 Break
3:00-6:00pm Creating an Action Plan that Works for YOU
6:00-7:00 socializing and wrapping up
5:00pm arrive at retreat location, time for socializing and relaxation
6:00pm dinner as a group
7:00-8:00pm Social Media for Doulas
8:00 down time
Day Two:
8:45-9:45am breakfast
10:00am-noon Blogging Basics for Non-Writers
12:00-1:00 lunch
1:00-2:00 Pinterest and Linktr.ee
2:00-2:45 Creating Multiple Income Streams
2:45-3:00 Break
3:00-6:00pm Creating an Action Plan that Works for YOU
6:00-7:00 socializing and wrapping up
Where is the retreat location?
Locations will vary. Interested in hosting a retreat? Reach out!
Will I be sharing a bedroom?
Multi-day retreats include lodging. Some rooms do have multiple beds and private bedrooms will be on a first come first serve basis. If you have a friend you would like to room-share with please let me know and you will each receive a $20 discount on the retreat price by registering at the same time.
How many people will be attending?
The minimum number to run the retreat is 4 and the maximum number of attendees is 8. (If you register and the minimum is not met three weeks prior to the training, you will be refunded your retreat purchase price)
I'm an introvert. Will there be down time?
Oh YES! It's super important to have time to rest and absorb both the information. Deb wants you to have an enjoyable time without information overload. Evenings are free time. You can use that however you want either alone or with others.
Can I extend my stay one additional night?
Yes, you can extend your stay both the night before the retreat begins and the night after the retreat ends for $50 a night.
Can I make payments?
Absolutely! Please contact me to set up a payment plan arrangement. All Payments must be made prior to the event.
Can I bring my baby?
Non-mobile babies are welcome at single day retreats.
For multi-day retreats, while taking breaks to breastfeed or care for a non-mobile baby is encouraged at any point, some retreat locations may not be suitable for babies. Some retreat locations may have the option of a family suite at a special rate, where a care provider may stay on premises with you.
What do I do about meals?
Coffee and a light breakfast will be available each day. You may leave for lunch and dinner, bring food to prepare, or order out.
What does light breakfast mean?
We will have coffee, tea, juice, cereal, bagels, muffins, yogurt, and fruit. There will be gluten free offerings if requested.
What do I need to bring?
Casual and comfortable clothing, notebook, a laptop to be able to get the most out of the business training sections.
Do I need to have a blog already to attend?
No, you don't need to already have one. You can start blog writing on paper.
Do I need to attend all sessions?
You can attend any or all of the sessions. The last session does build on the previous sessions.
Am I too advanced for the business sessions?
If you blog easily and functionally, consider yourself a writer and are proficient at social media, you may be more advanced than what the class will cover. If you have questions prior to signing up, let's talk. I want you to be happy with your training.
What is included in the "Blogging Basics for Non-Writers" session?
This session is for beginning bloggers who do not have a writing background. We will discuss starting a blog, how to come up with ideas on what to blog about, targeting the best client for you, the three types of blogs to write, what each type of blog post should include, creating graphics, what to do with your blog posts after you write them, content writing tips and suggestions.
What is included in the "Creating Multiple Income Streams for Doulas" session?
We will discuss both active and passive ways to add additional income to your business including online and offline classes and workshops, pregnancy coaching, creating ebooks, affiliate products, and more.
What is included in the "Using Social Media for Doulas" session?
This is for social media for business beginners. We will discuss and do hands on work on social media. We will discuss popular platforms including Facebook, Pinterest, TikTok, and Instagram. Choosing what social media is best for you and your clients. We will spend time on Canva learning the basics of making graphics. We will discuss what to post on social media. We will learn build ideas for the three kinds of posts and how and when to use them each.
What is included in the "Creating an Action Plan that Works for YOU" session?
You will be pulling together everything you learned and creating a 12 week action plan for your business so that you can immediately begin building your business when you get home in a way that's not overwhelming.
Locations will vary. Interested in hosting a retreat? Reach out!
Will I be sharing a bedroom?
Multi-day retreats include lodging. Some rooms do have multiple beds and private bedrooms will be on a first come first serve basis. If you have a friend you would like to room-share with please let me know and you will each receive a $20 discount on the retreat price by registering at the same time.
How many people will be attending?
The minimum number to run the retreat is 4 and the maximum number of attendees is 8. (If you register and the minimum is not met three weeks prior to the training, you will be refunded your retreat purchase price)
I'm an introvert. Will there be down time?
Oh YES! It's super important to have time to rest and absorb both the information. Deb wants you to have an enjoyable time without information overload. Evenings are free time. You can use that however you want either alone or with others.
Can I extend my stay one additional night?
Yes, you can extend your stay both the night before the retreat begins and the night after the retreat ends for $50 a night.
Can I make payments?
Absolutely! Please contact me to set up a payment plan arrangement. All Payments must be made prior to the event.
Can I bring my baby?
Non-mobile babies are welcome at single day retreats.
For multi-day retreats, while taking breaks to breastfeed or care for a non-mobile baby is encouraged at any point, some retreat locations may not be suitable for babies. Some retreat locations may have the option of a family suite at a special rate, where a care provider may stay on premises with you.
What do I do about meals?
Coffee and a light breakfast will be available each day. You may leave for lunch and dinner, bring food to prepare, or order out.
What does light breakfast mean?
We will have coffee, tea, juice, cereal, bagels, muffins, yogurt, and fruit. There will be gluten free offerings if requested.
What do I need to bring?
Casual and comfortable clothing, notebook, a laptop to be able to get the most out of the business training sections.
Do I need to have a blog already to attend?
No, you don't need to already have one. You can start blog writing on paper.
Do I need to attend all sessions?
You can attend any or all of the sessions. The last session does build on the previous sessions.
Am I too advanced for the business sessions?
If you blog easily and functionally, consider yourself a writer and are proficient at social media, you may be more advanced than what the class will cover. If you have questions prior to signing up, let's talk. I want you to be happy with your training.
What is included in the "Blogging Basics for Non-Writers" session?
This session is for beginning bloggers who do not have a writing background. We will discuss starting a blog, how to come up with ideas on what to blog about, targeting the best client for you, the three types of blogs to write, what each type of blog post should include, creating graphics, what to do with your blog posts after you write them, content writing tips and suggestions.
What is included in the "Creating Multiple Income Streams for Doulas" session?
We will discuss both active and passive ways to add additional income to your business including online and offline classes and workshops, pregnancy coaching, creating ebooks, affiliate products, and more.
What is included in the "Using Social Media for Doulas" session?
This is for social media for business beginners. We will discuss and do hands on work on social media. We will discuss popular platforms including Facebook, Pinterest, TikTok, and Instagram. Choosing what social media is best for you and your clients. We will spend time on Canva learning the basics of making graphics. We will discuss what to post on social media. We will learn build ideas for the three kinds of posts and how and when to use them each.
What is included in the "Creating an Action Plan that Works for YOU" session?
You will be pulling together everything you learned and creating a 12 week action plan for your business so that you can immediately begin building your business when you get home in a way that's not overwhelming.
