Upcoming events
Doula Karaoke Night
Join us for Doula Karaoke Night, a fun and relaxed evening for doulas, birth workers, and maternal
health advocates to connect and unwind. This event, hosted in collaboration with TruDoulas of New Jersey, is an opportunity to build community, enjoy music, and celebrate the work we do supporting families.
What to expect:
• Karaoke and music in a welcoming environment
• Connection and networking with fellow birth workers
• A chance to relax, laugh, and recharge
Admission is free. Food and drinks will be available for purchase at the expense of the individual. Come ready to sing, cheer others on, and enjoy a night of community!
Jodie Sessoms is a certified birth doula and executive director of TruDoulas of New Jersey, a nonprofit dedicated to improving maternal and infant health outcomes through advocacy, education, and community support. With over four years of leadership in birthwork and maternal health programming, she works to expand access to culturally responsive care for families. Jodie is passionate about building community among birth workers and creating spaces for connection, support, and joy.
Doula to Doula Chat - a Monthly Event
Doulas draw on their presence at the birth, their detailed observations, and their understanding of emotional and physical rhythms to help parents piece together the story, explore feelings, and gain clarity.
Join us in this sharing circle. A circle where stories are held softly. Where we speak freely, listen deeply, and rest in shared understanding. No fixing, no competition. Just presence, trust, and care.
We hope to see you at this deeply moving session.
This event is free for SJDA members. We ask that non-SJDA members bring a $5 donation.
Business for Birth Workers: BookKeeping 101
Join Daniela for this practical and straightforward workshop that will help you build strong practices around bookkeeping for your business. In this session, you will learn:
The basics of bookkeeping and organizational strategies to help streamline the bookkeeping processes
Simple systems for tracking income and expenses so you can manage your finances with greater confidence and accuracy
Practical solutions to set up your business for long-term sustainability
Whether you are just starting your business or looking to strengthen your current systems, this training will give you the confidence to keep your finances organized and your business on the right path.
This event is free for members.
Location: Virtual
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Daniela Natali is a doula and childbirth educator but also a former financial internal auditor. She holds a BS in Business and Accounting and an MBA in Strategic Management and International Business. Daniella’s expertise in financial systems, organizational strategy, and operational development has been instrumental in building and scaling her own successful doula business. She is passionate about helping other birth workers and small business owners develop sustainable, well-structured practices by sharing practical tools for financial literacy, systems development, and long-term business growth.
Doula to Doula Chat - a Monthly EvenT
Doulas draw on their presence at the birth, their detailed observations, and their understanding of emotional and physical rhythms to help parents piece together the story, explore feelings, and gain clarity.
Join us in this sharing circle. A circle where stories are held softly. Where we speak freely, listen deeply, and rest in shared understanding. No fixing, no competition. Just presence, trust, and care.
We hope to see you at this deeply moving session.
This event is free for SJDA members. We ask that non-SJDA members bring a $5 donation.
Doula Birth Reflection Session
Doulas draw on their presence at the birth, their detailed observations, and their understanding of emotional and physical rhythms to help parents piece together the story, explore feelings, and gain clarity.
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his Birth Reflection Session is a chance for the doula to validate the parent’s experience, offer compassionate insight when welcomed, and help them integrate both the powerful and challenging moments of the birth.
Join us for this deeply moving session.
Presented by Dania Daniels of Heartfelt Hands Doulas
Location: Mystical Blossoms Gift Shop & Tea Bar, 65 East Route 70, Marlton, NJ 08053
Time: 6:30pm
Light refreshments will be served
Have an idea for an event?
If there’s an event you’d like to attend, or perhaps even host, drop us a line!