IDLM Partner Spotlight: Doulado
We all know how much hard work goes into being a doula. Lots of multi-tasking, quick thinking, problem solving, patience, and even physical labor sometimes! To be a doula, you have to be somebody who isn’t afraid to get their hands dirty. But for a lot of us, all that hard work and those difficult […]
Cultivating Gratitude: A Reflection on Growth
As we approach the close of another year, we are reminded of the profound power of gratitude—not just as a fleeting feeling, but as a grounding force that shapes our journey. This year has been transformative, not only for us as individuals but also for our organization as we continue to grow and expand our […]
The Importance of Hospice
We are halfway through November, and that means we are halfway through Hospice and Palliative Care Awareness Month! End of life doulas are often called upon to educate our clients about hospice and palliative care options. This can be a tricky topic, because many people believe they understand what hospice care is, but when people […]
IDLM partners with Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice to train EOL Doulas
Hospice and doulas can benefit one another in so many ways. It is important to remember we are all in this together, to adopt a mindset of teamwork, with an awareness of our clients’ needs and the different strengths we all bring toward filling those needs, as doulas, hospice workers, or whatever other role may be required to bring peace and comfort during the dying process.
