Doula Website Checklist

A clear, confidence-building website structure doulas can use to help families feel safe, supported, and ready to book.

June 30, 2025
Doula Website Checklist (What Your Site Must Include)

Your website is one of the first places expecting parents go when they’re deciding who to trust with their birth or postpartum journey. They’re not looking for fancy design or complicated language... they’re looking for calm, clarity, warmth, and direction. A strong doula website helps them feel understood and confident before they ever get on a call with you.

This guide gives you a simple checklist of what your doula website needs so parents know who you are, how you help, and why they can trust you. If you want this entire website done for you, the Doula BrandPack includes a high-trust site, clear messaging, and booking tools ready to launch.

Let’s walk through the pieces that work.

A Warm, Supportive Headline That Speaks to Their Experience

Your headline is the first thing families see. It should help them feel safe and understood right away.

Avoid technical or clinical language. Use calm, reassuring words that describe the feeling of working with you.

Examples:

  • “Support for a confident, empowered birth experience.”
  • “Compassionate birth and postpartum care for growing families.”
  • “Guiding you through pregnancy, birth, and beyond with calm and clarity.”

A warm headline sets the tone. Parents need to know they’ve found someone who will walk this journey with them, not judge them or overwhelm them.

A Short, Friendly Introduction That Helps Them Get to Know You

Parents want to know the person who will be in the room with them during labor or supporting them at home after birth. Keep your introduction simple, friendly, and human.

A strong introduction includes:

  • who you support
  • your approach
  • why you do this work
  • what makes your presence unique

Instead of listing certifications upfront, share something meaningful:

  • your story
  • your philosophy
  • what you value
  • how you support families emotionally and practically

Credentials matter… but connection comes first.

Clear Services and Packages (Birth, Postpartum, Virtual, Classes)

Families shouldn’t have to guess what you offer. Your website should clearly outline:

  • birth doula support
  • postpartum doula support
  • virtual doula services
  • childbirth education
  • lactation support (if applicable)
  • specialized offerings (VBAC, twins, trauma-informed care, etc.)

For each service, include:

  • who the service is for
  • what’s included
  • what the experience feels like
  • how long support lasts
  • what parents can expect

You don’t need long descriptions. You need clarity that helps parents feel informed and confident.

If you use packages, present them simply and avoid overwhelming detail.

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A Simple “How It Works” Section That Builds Confidence

Parents often feel unsure about what to expect when hiring a doula. A simple, three-step process calms that uncertainty.

Example:

  1. Book a consult
    A short, friendly conversation where we get to know each other.
  2. Create your support plan
    We walk through your birth preferences, questions, and goals.
  3. Get steady, compassionate support
    I’m with you through pregnancy, labor, and postpartum.

This structure shows them you have a clear path forward and they won’t be left guessing.

Testimonials and Stories That Build Trust Quickly

Testimonials are one of the strongest trust-builders for doulas because they reflect real experiences from real families.

You can include:

  • short quotes
  • long stories
  • text messages (with permission)
  • photos from clients (if allowed)
  • notes from partners

Strong testimonials highlight:

  • emotional support
  • confidence in birth
  • calm guidance
  • postpartum care
  • comfort and encouragement

Even a few stories go a long way. Parents want to know others have felt safe with you.

A Simple, Easy-To-Find Booking Button

Parents shouldn’t have to search for your booking link. Make it easy to find on:

  • your homepage
  • your services page
  • your header
  • your footer
  • multiple places throughout your site

Use clear language:

  • “Book a Consult”
  • “Schedule a Call”
  • “Get Support”

A simple booking process increases conversions dramatically. Parents are often tired, overwhelmed, and ready for clarity. Make their next step obvious.

Helpful Resources or Guides That Build Trust Over Time

Not every visitor is ready to book today. Offering helpful resources keeps them connected to you and positions you as a steady guide.

Great resources include:

  • birth preferences worksheet
  • postpartum planning checklist
  • partner support guide
  • newborn essentials list
  • “Questions to ask your provider”

These resources help you grow your email list and stay in touch with expecting parents through helpful newsletters.

You’ll find ready-to-use resources inside the Doula BrandPack.

A Calm, Supportive Design That Reflects Your Personality

Your website doesn’t need to be flashy. It needs to feel:

  • calm
  • welcoming
  • warm
  • organized
  • supportive

Use simple colors, clear fonts, and friendly photos of you (not just stock images). Your site should feel like sitting down with you for a warm conversation.

A clear, supportive design helps parents relax as they learn about your services.

Your website is more than a place to list your services. It’s a safe space where families learn who you are, how you support them, and why they can trust you. When you communicate clearly and create a warm, welcoming experience, families feel confident moving forward with you.

If you want a done-for-you website with clear messaging, warm visuals, and a strong booking system, the Doula BrandPack gives you everything you need.

Action Plan

This week:

  • Update your headline
  • Add or improve your “How it Works” section
  • Make your booking link easier to find

This month:

  • Add testimonials
  • Refresh your services page
  • Create one helpful guide or checklist

This quarter:

  • Review your website message
  • Add photos that reflect your personality
  • Build your email system to follow up with visitors

If you want help building a high-trust doula website that brings in steady clients, book a Strategy Session and we’ll build your plan together.

Frequently Asked Questions

Doula Marketing

Should Doulas Post Their Pricing Online?

Yes, in most cases it helps to share pricing or “starting at” rates on your website. Clear pricing builds trust, filters out families who truly cannot afford your services, and makes money conversations easier.

How Do Doulas Market To Partners As Well As Moms?

Doulas can market to partners by speaking directly to their fears and questions. Show partners that you are there to support them too, not replace them.

How Do I Explain What a Doula Is In a Simple Way?

You can explain a doula simply by saying: “A doula is a trained support person who helps you feel calm, informed, and supported during pregnancy, birth, and early postpartum. I focus on emotional, mental, and practical support so you do not feel alone.”

What Should a Doula Put On Their Website To Build Trust?

A doula website should feel warm, calm, and clear. It should explain who you support, how you help during pregnancy and birth, share a few kind words from past clients, and give a simple way to book a call.

How should Doulas Use Social Media For Marketing?

Social media is helpful but not required. It can be a great way to educate, share stories, and stay visible, as long as you keep it simple and sustainable.

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