Postpartum Emergencies: What Every Birth Worker Must Know
IN-PERSON TRAINING
Postpartum emergencies are often missed until it’s too late. Learn how to recognize warning signs, respond appropriately within your role, and better support mothers during critical postpartum situations.
What Medicine Misses and How to Recognize Red Flags Early
COURSE OVERVIEW
A comprehensive educational training designed to help doulas and birth workers recognize postpartum warning signs early, support maternal advocacy, and understand when timely referral to medical care may be needed.
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Learn to recognize postpartum red flags and symptoms associated with hemorrhage, infection, hypertensive complications, and maternal mental health concerns.
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Learn supportive, non-clinical response strategies and when timely escalation to medical professionals is needed.
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Learn structured approaches to observing postpartum recovery, recognizing concerning changes, and communicating concerns appropriately.
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Develop skills to communicate concerns effectively with clients and healthcare providers.
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Understand birth worker boundaries and appropriate referral pathways for complex cases.
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Earn professional development credits recognized by major doula certification organizations.
Learn from Harvard-Trained Physician Dr. Phindile Chowa
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Dr. Phindile Chowa is a Harvard-trained emergency medicine physician and founder of EMCare2U, a concierge medical practice in Atlanta, Georgia, focused on transforming postpartum care through accessible, patient-centered support.
After witnessing critical gaps in postpartum treatment both professionally and personally, Dr. Chowa built EMCare2U to provide mothers with the comprehensive care they often struggle to receive after birth, including mental health support, breastfeeding guidance, pelvic floor therapy, and in-home postpartum services.
Through her work, Dr. Chowa is committed to equipping birth workers and healthcare professionals with the knowledge, compassion, and practical tools needed to support mothers during the fourth trimester.
Secure your spot today for $249.
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This educational course is designed for non-clinical birth workers and support professionals. It does not provide medical certification, licensure, or clinical training. Participants will learn how to recognize warning signs, support maternal advocacy, and encourage timely medical evaluation when appropriate. Birth workers should always practice within their professional scope and local regulations.