Research-Based, Practical
Bereavement Trainings for All Levels of Experience
GETTING STARTED
Not Sure Where to Begin?
This work is challenging, and we are grateful for those who choose to pursue this path. However, given the realities of the job, we want to make sure you have a clear picture of the road ahead.
If you're brand new to the world of bereavement, we recommend you start your journey with our Becoming a Bereavement Doula page, where we've outlined key steps and considerations to reflect on before you invest in trainings.
Explore Haven's Bereavement Courses & Trainings
Rooted in Research. Designed for Immediate Applicability.
Need Bereavement Training ASAP?
If you’re facing a situation where a client has experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss and you need guidance right now, this course is here for you.
Designed for birth and postpartum doulas who need immediate, practical support, this on-demand training covers what to do, what to say, and how to show up well.
Caring for Clients Through Loss Course*
This 3-hour course is designed to offer the support you need when you need it.
You’ll learn:
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Clear guidance on what to say (and avoid saying) in moments of grief
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Self-care strategies for doulas supporting loss
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Support considerations based on trimester
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How to navigate meaning-making and conversations about loss
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Community resources to connect your clients with
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Immediate next steps to take after a death
Whether you’re preparing in advance or in the middle of it, this course gives you the tools and answers you need exactly when you need them.
*This course is approved for 3 continuing education hours with DONA International
3-Hour Recorded Training
On-Demand
Need Bereavement Training ASAP?
Caring for Clients Through Loss Course*
If you’re facing a situation where a client has experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss and you need guidance right now, this course is here for you.
Designed for birth and postpartum doulas who need immediate, practical support, this on-demand training covers what to do, what to say, and how to show up well.
This 3-hour course is designed to offer the support you need when you need it.
You’ll learn:
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Clear guidance on what to say (and avoid saying) in moments of grief
-
Self-care strategies for doulas supporting loss
-
Support considerations based on trimester
-
How to navigate meaning-making and conversations about loss
-
Community resources to connect your clients with
-
Immediate next steps to take after a death
Whether you’re preparing in advance or in the middle of it, this course gives you the tools and answers you need exactly when you need them.
*This course is approved for 3 continuing education hours with DONA International
1-Hour Live, Virtual Training
SUPPLEMENT YOUR DOULA TRAINING
Basics of Bereavement Support Class*
With 1 in 4 clinically recognized pregnancies ending in loss, every doula will eventually be called to support a client through grief.
This course is designed to build upon your doula training and help you prepare.
You'll Learn:
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How to adapt live birth and postpartum doula skills for miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss
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The emotional landscape of perinatal loss and how to hold space with compassion
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What to say—and what not to say—when supporting grieving clients
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Practical ways to offer support during and after a loss
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Your role as a doula in a loss birth scenario (and how it may differ from a live birth)
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How to stay grounded and care for yourself while supporting others through grief
Click Below Register for an Upcoming Virtual Training:
*This course is approved for 1 continuing education hour with DONA International
1-Hour Live, Virtual Training
SUPPLEMENT YOUR DOULA TRAINING
Basics of Bereavement Support Class*
With 1 in 4 clinically recognized pregnancies ending in loss, every doula will eventually be called to support a client through grief.
This course is designed to build upon your doula training and help you prepare.
You'll Learn:
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How to adapt live birth and postpartum doula skills for miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss
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The emotional landscape of perinatal loss and how to hold space with compassion
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What to say—and what not to say—when supporting grieving clients
-
Practical ways to offer support during and after a loss
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Your role as a doula in a loss birth scenario (and how it may differ from a live birth)
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How to stay grounded and care for yourself while supporting others through grief
Register for an Upcoming Virtual Training:
*This course is approved for 1 continuing education hour with DONA International
As a Bonus You'll Also Receive:
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Free access to our supplemental course: Labor and Birth Before 20 Weeks Gestation
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One year of Haven membership for continued support and connection
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Full access to certification at no additional tuition cost should you choose to pursue it (you’ll have four years to complete the process)
TAKE A DEEPER DIVE INTO BEREAVEMENT WORK
Haven Bereavement Doula Training*
The Haven Bereavement Doula Training is a six-week, research-based course that covers the foundations of supporting families through miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss.
Whether you’re new to bereavement work or looking to deepen your skills, this training equips you with the knowledge, tools, and support to walk alongside grieving families with confidence and compassion.
Through 6 Core Sessions, we’ll walk through the types of support (emotional, physical, spiritual/philosophical, advocacy, informational, social) as well as the practical sides of this work while also giving you tools to care for your own well-being as you support others through loss.
You'll Learn:
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The scope and role of a bereavement doula
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Emotional frameworks, companioning, and self-care
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How to build networks, support clients, and act as a trusted advocate
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What to say, when to say it, and how to provide clear, compassionate answers
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How to navigate big questions including faith, meaning, and how to respond mindfully
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How to make a plan, build a practice, and begin the work
Join our last cohort of the year kicking off October 7, 2025
Or register for another upcoming date:
As a Bonus You'll Also Receive:
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Free access to our supplemental course: Labor and Birth Before 20 Weeks Gestation
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One year of Haven membership for continued support and connection
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Full access to certification at no additional tuition cost should you choose to pursue it (you’ll have four years to complete the process)
The Haven Bereavement Doula Training is a six-week, research-based course that covers the foundations of supporting families through miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss.
Whether you’re new to bereavement work or looking to deepen your skills, this training equips you with the knowledge, tools, and support to walk alongside grieving families with confidence and compassion.
Through 6 Core Sessions, we’ll walk through the types of support (emotional, physical, spiritual/philosophical, advocacy, informational, social) as well as the practical sides of this work while also giving you tools to care for your own well-being as you support others through loss.
You'll Learn:
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The scope and role of a bereavement doula
-
Emotional frameworks, companioning, and self-care
-
How to build networks, support clients, and act as a trusted advocate
-
What to say, when to say it, and how to provide clear, compassionate answers
-
How to navigate big questions including faith, meaning, and how to respond mindfully
-
How to make a plan, build a practice, and begin the work
Join our last cohort of the year kicking off October 7, 2025
(6) In-Depth
2-Hour Live, Virtual Sessions
TAKE A DEEPER DIVE INTO BEREAVEMENT WORK
Haven Bereavement Doula Training*
(6) In-Depth
2-Hour Live, Virtual Sessions
TAKE A DEEPER DIVE INTO BEREAVEMENT WORK
Haven Bereavement Doula Training*
This six-week, research-based course covers the foundations of supporting families through miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss.
The Haven Bereavement Doula Training is a six-week, research-based course that covers the foundations of supporting families through miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss.
Whether you’re new to bereavement work or looking to deepen your skills, this training equips you with the knowledge, tools, and support to walk alongside grieving families with confidence and compassion.
Through 6 Core Sessions, we’ll walk through the types of support (emotional, physical, spiritual/philosophical, advocacy, informational, social) as well as the practical sides of this work while also giving you tools to care for your own well-being as you support others through loss.
You'll Learn:
-
The scope and role of a bereavement doula
-
Emotional frameworks, companioning, and self-care
-
How to build networks, support clients, and act as a trusted advocate
-
What to say, when to say it, and how to provide clear, compassionate answers
-
How to navigate big questions including faith, meaning, and how to respond mindfully
-
How to make a plan, build a practice, and begin the work
Join our last cohort of the year kicking off October 7, 2025
Or register for another upcoming date:
Mondays 6-8pm central, January 5 to February 9
Thursdays 12:30-2:30pm central, January 22 to Feb 26
Tuesdays 7-9pm central, April 7 - May 12
Tuesdays 9-11am central, June 16 - July 21
As a Bonus You'll Also Receive:
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Free access to our supplemental course: Labor and Birth Before 20 Weeks Gestation
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One year of Haven membership for continued support and connection
-
Full access to certification at no additional tuition cost should you choose to pursue it (you’ll have four years to complete the process)
On-Demand Courses: Instant Access to Training
Learn foundational bereavement education at your own pace.
If you’re considering bereavement doula work but aren’t sure yet if it’s a good fit, this free mini course is for you.
Whether you’re a birth or postpartum doula preparing for your first experience supporting a client through loss or need a refresher in the moment, this self-paced training is here when you need it most.
A 90-minute course for doulas and support people navigating lactation after miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss. Taught by grief expert Dr. Abby Jorgensen and lactation expert TaKiesha Smith.
Miss a Skills Session?
If you missed a past skills session or haven’t signed up yet, you can still catch up with our on-demand recordings (just $10).
Each course carries one continuing education hour from An asterisk (*) indicates that the course carries one continuing education hour credit with DONA International.
Sometimes it helps to talk it out.
Book a 1:1 Mentorship Call
Whatever you're navigating—curiosity about becoming an HCBD, finding your voice after loss, or wondering how to take the next step, we're here to help.
Come with questions or let us guide the conversation. Either way, we’d love to hear your story and support you in your next steps.
Sometimes it helps to talk it out.
Book a 1:1 Mentorship Call
Whatever you're navigating—curiosity about becoming an HCBD, finding your voice after loss, or wondering how to take the next step, we're here to help.
Come with questions or let us guide the conversation. Either way, we’d love to hear your story and support you in your next steps.