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Boston Medical Center is Recruiting Birth Sisters

An innovative multicultural doula service that offers "sister-like" support during pregnancy, childbirth, and the post-partum period

Birth Sisters Recruitment Flyer

What does a Birth Sister do?

• Provides emotional support to patients during pregnancy, childbirth, and the first weeks of the post-partum period
• Helps connect patients to resources they need during and after their pregnancy
• Visits patients in their homes before and after delivery to provide education and support

What's the benefit of being a Birth Sister?

• An exciting chance to help pregnant people at important points in their lives
• An entrance into reproductive health and healthcare as a profession

What kind of training is required?

• BMC trains all new Birth Sisters in all aspects of the role, including labor support, pre-natal and post-partum education, breastfeeding, and community resources
• Prior doula experience is not required

Who may be a good fit for the Birth Sister role?

Experience working Shared identities with Interest in healthcare in the community BMC patients and social justice

How can I get involved?

If you'd like to learn more, please contact BMC's Birth Sisters Program at birthsisters@bmc.org

"Thank you for being there in my time of need. I really appreciate it truly from the bottom of my heart because times like that it's hard being alone... I'm sure if other women are in need of a friend, you will be there."