Debra Pascali-Bonaro is a world-renowned inspirational speaker, podcaster, filmmaker, doula trainer, childbirth educator, and author. Debra’s podcast, Orgasmic Birth heals barriers and opens the door to share secrets to more love and intimacy in birth and parenting. She brings together her passion for pleasure in every aspect of life with her Jersey-Girl attitude of talking about what no one is talking about! Debra is a mother, grandmother and featured expert in parenting journals and media around the world. Debra is also Co-Chair of the International Childbirth Initiative and Chair of the International MotherBaby Childbirth Initiative both of which promote safe, respectful maternity care. She is a Lamaze International childbirth educator, birth and postpartum doula trainer with DONA International, Director of the award-winning documentary Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret and co-writer of “Orgasmic Birth: Your Guide to a Safe, Satisfying and Pleasurable Birth”, Author of The Ultimate Guide To Sex After Baby: Secrets to Love and Intimacy and the Founder & President of the revolutionary online childbirth class Pleasurable Birth Essentials which prepares expectant mothers, fathers, and partners to be positively prepared for birth and focuses on the intimate and sacred nature of birth. Debra’s passion comes from her over 30 years of working with women, men, midwives, doulas, physicians and nurses in over 40 countries bringing comfort, love, and pleasure to birth and life!
Discover the magic of doula care
Dear Reader,
I'm so excited to share with you some incredible doula updates and information.
I recently had the pleasure of attending an inspiring webinar led by my dear friend and colleague, Jill Wodnick. Her insights left me buzzing with excitement as I prepare to share the latest in doula care at the upcoming V Conferência Internacional sobre Humanização do Parto e Nascimento conference in Brazil.
I couldn't keep all this incredible information to myself—it's meant to be shared! That's why I'm thrilled to invite you to read our latest blog post, "The State of World Doulas: Exploring the Global Landscape of Doula Care." In this blog, I dive deep into the triumphs, challenges, and legislative advances shaping the world of doula care today.
Highlights
- Celebrating the timeless presence of doulas in Brazil, exemplified by the groundbreaking work at Sophia Feldman Maternity Hospital.
- Journeying across the globe, we explore doula partnerships in Kenya, Bali, Indonesia, the Philippines, Mongolia, Turkey, Quebec, Canada, and beyond, where doulas are transforming maternity care.
- Delving into legislative victories like New Jersey's S-4119/A-5739, ensuring doula access for all birthing families.
- Uncovering the latest developments in doula care and Medicaid reimbursement across the US, including California's pioneering efforts.
- Addressing challenges and opportunities for growth in the doula community, including burnout, traumatic births, and the quest for equity and inclusion.
Feeling inspired? Ready to take your passion for doula care to the next level? I invite you to join our upcoming DONA birth doula workshops, where magic truly happens. Our workshops are a space for learning, growth, and community as we explore the art of doula support and its profound impact on perinatal health outcomes.
Don't miss out—spaces are limited, and an adventure awaits! Learn more and register for our workshops. Or, take our doula quiz to see if you have what it takes to become a doula.
Thank you for your unwavering dedication to maternal health and for being part of our global community supporting birthing and parenting families worldwide.
With love and gratitude,
Debra
Debra Pascali-Bonaro
Orgasmic Birth
Debra Pascali-Bonaro is a world-renowned inspirational speaker, podcaster, filmmaker, doula trainer, childbirth educator, and author. Debra’s podcast, Orgasmic Birth heals barriers and opens the door to share secrets to more love and intimacy in birth and parenting. She brings together her passion for pleasure in every aspect of life with her Jersey-Girl attitude of talking about what no one is talking about! Debra is a mother, grandmother and featured expert in parenting journals and media around the world. Debra is also Co-Chair of the International Childbirth Initiative and Chair of the International MotherBaby Childbirth Initiative both of which promote safe, respectful maternity care. She is a Lamaze International childbirth educator, birth and postpartum doula trainer with DONA International, Director of the award-winning documentary Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret and co-writer of “Orgasmic Birth: Your Guide to a Safe, Satisfying and Pleasurable Birth”, Author of The Ultimate Guide To Sex After Baby: Secrets to Love and Intimacy and the Founder & President of the revolutionary online childbirth class Pleasurable Birth Essentials which prepares expectant mothers, fathers, and partners to be positively prepared for birth and focuses on the intimate and sacred nature of birth. Debra’s passion comes from her over 30 years of working with women, men, midwives, doulas, physicians and nurses in over 40 countries bringing comfort, love, and pleasure to birth and life!
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