Email Marketing for Doulas
A calm, friendly email system doulas can use to stay connected with expecting parents and gently guide them toward booking.
Email marketing doesn't have to feel complicated or “salesy.” For doulas, it’s actually one of the easiest and most natural ways to stay connected with families. Expecting parents go through many phases, curiosity, excitement, fear, overwhelm, preparation, and your emails help them feel supported at every step.
A simple email system can nurture someone from the moment they download your free guide all the way to the point where they feel ready to book a consult. You don’t need long newsletters or fancy automations. You just need clear, warm messages that help families trust you more over time.
If you want your entire email system done for you (welcome sequence, weekly prompts, nurture emails, and lead magnets) the Doula BrandPack includes everything you need.
Let’s walk through the parts of a strong doula email system.
Start With a Welcoming First Email That Feels Warm and Human
Your welcome email sets the tone for your entire relationship with new subscribers. It should feel friendly, calm, and supportive.
Your welcome email can:
- thank them for downloading your guide
- introduce who you are
- explain how you support families
- share what to expect next
- give a small encouragement or useful tip
This email doesn’t need to sell anything.
It just needs to help the reader feel safe and connected to you.
Use a Short Welcome Sequence to Build Trust Over a Few Days
A welcome sequence is a small group of emails (often 3–5) that gradually help families understand your support style.
A strong sequence looks like this:
Email 1: Welcome + What to Expect
Warm introduction, friendly tone, link to your free resource.
Email 2: Your Story + Why You Support Families
Share your personal “why” and what shaped your approach.
Email 3: Common Fears and How Doula Support Helps
Speak directly to pregnant parents and their biggest concerns.
Email 4: What Working With You Looks Like
Explain your services in simple, reassuring language.
Email 5: Invitation to Book a Consult
Calm, warm, no pressure.
This sequence gently builds trust without overwhelming the reader.
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Send Weekly or Biweekly Support Emails That Feel Like a Calm Check-In
Regular emails help you stay top-of-mind, especially during pregnancy when emotions and decisions shift each week.
These emails should be short and nurturing.
Great weekly email themes include:
- affirmations for the week
- partner support tips
- preparing questions for prenatal appointments
- simple reminders
- “this week in pregnancy” support
- postpartum planning
- mental and emotional wellbeing
Your tone should feel like a supportive friend who happens to be an expert.
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Share Helpful Content That Makes Parents Feel Supported, Not Overwhelmed
You don’t need long essays. Expecting parents often skim.
Make your emails:
- short
- simple
- encouraging
- solution-focused
Examples:
- “Three ways to stay grounded in early labor”
- “How partners can help this week”
- “One simple thing to add to your birth preferences”
These small pieces of guidance build trust with very little effort.
Use Gentle Calls to Action That Feel Natural, Not Pushy
Your call to action (CTA) should never feel salesy. It should simply offer the next step for whenever the reader feels ready.
Examples of warm CTAs:
- “If you want support, I’m here when you’re ready.”
- “If you’d like to talk about your birth preferences, book a consult.”
- “If you're curious about doula support, reply and I’m happy to answer questions.”
Many doulas grow their business simply by being approachable and clear.
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Add a Lead Magnet to Attract Families Early in Pregnancy
A lead magnet is a simple resource families download from your website. It helps them get to know you long before they’re ready to hire.
Examples that work well:
- birth preferences worksheet
- postpartum planning guide
- hospital bag checklist
- partner support booklet
- “questions to ask your provider”
Once they opt in, your welcome sequence and ongoing emails take over from there.
The Doula BrandPack includes multiple ready-to-use lead magnets for doulas.
Keep Your Email Tone Calm, Supportive, and Judgment-Free
Email is a personal space. Parents are often anxious, excited, or unsure. Your words should meet them where they are.
Use:
- calm language
- simple sentences
- warmth
- empathy
- reassurance
Avoid:
- medical jargon
- overwhelm
- pressure
- complex explanations
Your email voice should match the support you offer in person.
Check in After Birth and Offer Continued Support
Your email relationship doesn’t end at birth. Postpartum families often need continued encouragement, warmth, and clarity.
Send emails about:
- early postpartum healing
- newborn feeding
- emotional support
- partner communication
- helpful resources and referrals
This strengthens your relationship and leads to more referrals in the future.
Email marketing is one of the easiest and most effective tools for doulas. It lets you build trust steadily, support families at every stage, and create a warm connection long before the consult call. With a few simple emails, you can turn early interest into steady bookings without pressure or overwhelm.
If you want done-for-you nurture sequences, welcome emails, templates, and lead magnets, the Doula BrandPack gives you a ready-to-launch email system built just for doulas.
Action Plan
This week:
- Write your welcome email
- Create a list of 5 weekly topics
- Add your opt-in form to your website
This month:
- Build your full welcome sequence
- Publish a lead magnet
- Start sending regular supportive emails
This quarter:
- Review analytics (open rates + replies)
- Refresh your lead magnet
- Add more seasonal email topics
If you want help mapping out your whole email system or writing your sequence, book a Strategy Session and we’ll build it 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.
