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23+

years as a doula

1,500+

DONA doulas trained

Since 2005

certified Lamaze educator

DONA

approved doula trainer

Receiving the 2025 Penny Simkin Award, a career highlight.

MEET MELISSA

Since 2003, Melissa Harley has supported birthing families and mentored new doulas into the work. A recipient of the 2025 Penny Simkin Award and a past president of DONA International, she pairs deep experience with mentorship that lasts well beyond the workshop.

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In their words

I found Instructor Melissa to be very effective at presenting various topics, and open to different perspectives based on cultural and lived experiences. I was indeed impressed with her dedication to providing additional resources and presenting the materials in a manner where we can access them for several months as we work to become certified DONA International Doulas.

Virtual Doula Training Participant

February 2025

It was an absolute honor to learn from someone as clearly passionate about the field as Melissa. She did a wonderful job of sharing her knowledge in a way that made us feel confident and empowered to help our clients.

Virtual Doula Training Participant

February 2026

Absolutely loved Melissa! She was very kind and I could tell she loves to teach. Her curriculum was informative and easy to grasp, also very organized and put together! I would recommend her to anyone wanting to become a doula.

In-Person Doula Training Participant

April 2026

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