The Doula Darcy Podcast
Episodes
What to Do When you Start Earning a Lot of Money as a Doula
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Money, mindset, and what to actually do when your income grows In this episode, Doula Darcy is diving into a topic that doesn't get talked about enoug...
World Doula Week - What's a Doula to Do?
22 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's World Doula Week! But what the heck does that even mean and what are we supposed to be doing? Doula Darcy breaks it down for you in this episo...
Doula Marketing on Instagram: Simple Strategies That Actually Work to Reach Local Clients with Molly Cahill
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a doula wondering what to post on Instagram to get more clients, this podcast episode is for you. Today I'm talking with Instagram expert M...
From Burned-Out Teacher to Online Childbirth Educator: A Doula Business Story with Lizzie Bollinger
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever thought about adding passive income to your doula business but felt overwhelmed by building a course from scratch this episode is for y...
The Power of In-Person Events for Doulas - Retreats, Summits, and Putting Yourself in the Room with Doula Darcy & Jodi Congdon
21 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Power of In-Person Events for Doulas - Retreats, Summits, and Putting Yourself in the Room with Doula Darcy & Jodi Congdon We're trying somethi...
Are We Putting Our Prices on our Websites?
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Curious about pricing strategies for doulas? It's your business, your decision! Explore why some doulas showcase prices online while others don't, and...
"Must Be Nice" - A Mindset Shift That Changed Everything
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm coming to you from sunny Clearwater, Florida a few days ahead of The Birthworker Retreat. I share the behind-the-scenes of how I ...
You're Fully Booked… So Why Aren't You Making Enough Money?
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There comes a moment in many doula businesses when everything is technically "working"… You're getting clients. You're good at what you do. You're b...
There Are No Doula Police (So Stop Asking for Permission)
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a people pleaser (and if you're a doula… chances are high), this episode is for you. In this conversation, Darcy unpacks the quiet but pow...
Doula Finances 101: How to Pay Yourself, Save for Taxes & Retire Right
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a real talk episode with Doula Darcy, recorded during that deliciously confusing week between Christmas and New Year's. In this solo episod...
Do These 3 Things to Make More Money in 2026
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, The Doula Darcy shares three simple year-end money moves she makes every December that reliably increase revenue in the next year. Th...
How I Hosted a Doula Holiday Party That Built Community and Saved Me on Taxes
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I share the behind-the-scenes of hosting my doula agency's biggest holiday party yet on today's episode. Hear all about how I strategically planned it...
Coaching Isn't Just for Athletes - It's a Business Game-Changer
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I'm narrowing in on a question many people (including my parents) still ask me: What exactly does a business coach do? And why do you need ...
The Real Work Behind a Successful Online Doula Business
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week I share how I'm restructuring my business this winter to better support my family and my energy, without the mom guilt. I talk about: Why ...
Why I Don't Do CEO Days
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Someone asked Darcy on Instagram how doulas can be incorporating CEO days their doula business. Darcy, who prefers the term 'Island days' over 'CE...
Claim the Life you Want and Build the Business to Match it with Amber Lilyestrom
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Want to meet the Business Coach Behind the The Doula Business Coach? What happens when your business coach becomes one of your strongest cheerleader...
Stop Trading Hours for Dollars in your Doula Business
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The only way to keep serving families without burning out is to design a business that earns you money even when you're not on call. I see it all the...
How to Promote Your Doula Business Without Spending a Fortune
09 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You don't need a huge advertising budget to attract dream doula clients. In fact, you can build a thriving doula business for free (well, almost). In ...
When Doing "Nothing" Is Everything: Redefining Postpartum Doula Support
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Postpartum doulas often equate their value with how much they do—laundry folded, dishes washed, bottles sterilized. But what if the most meaningful ...
What to Put on Your Table at a Baby Expo (So You Actually Get Leads)
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What should you actually bring and set up at your table if you're exhibiting at a Baby Expo, Baby Fair, or community event? If you've ever found yours...
The Biggest Mistake Sleep Consultants Make and How to Fix It
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Darcy explains the number one mistake sleep consultants and doulas make when trying to attract clients. Simply posting on Instagram and relying on cut...
Should you "Niche Down" in your Doula Business?
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Darcy gets into one of the most debated business topics: Should you niche down? Spoiler alert — yes, and here's why. I share rea...
SEO for Doulas: Finding Clients While You Sleep with Julia Riddle
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I'm joined by Julia Riddle, founder of Doula Design Co., a former postpartum doula turned SEO and website expert. Julia breaks down the mystery ...
Supporting Neurodivergent Families as a Doula with Alix Myers
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darcy welcomes Alix Myers, a birth and postpartum doula from Montreal with a powerful passion for neurodivergent advocacy. Together, ...
Live, Laugh, Lobster: A Doula Retreat You'll Never Forget
10 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a joy-filled episode of the Doula Darcy Podcast, recorded live from the Maine Doula Retreat hosted exclusively for members of My Doula Vi...
Why Your Business Thrives When You Thrive
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darcy invites you behind the scenes for a candid, inspiring look at how she blends her life and her business — and why it's essenti...
Turning Passion into Passive Income: How Doula Kelli Blinn Created Her Childbirth Education Course
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this refreshingly honest episode, Darcy chats with longtime 1:1 coaching client Kelli Blinn, a Columbus, Ohio-based birth doula and childbirth educ...
The 90-Day Visibility Plan Every Doula Needs (No Paid Ads Required!) with Tracy Beavers
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling stuck trying to grow your doula business without burning out on social media or spending money on ads? In this session, visibility expert and ...
Feast or Famine: The Truth About the Doula Business Cycle
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt episode, Darcy returns after a brief break to shed light on a topic not often discussed in the doula community—the feast or famine...
From Side Hustle to Six Figures with Christine Rogers
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From Side Hustle to Six Figures with Christine Rogers Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode of The Doula Darcy Podcast, I sit down with Christine...
If You're Turning Away Doula Clients, It's Time to Listen to This
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Doulas, are you turning away clients because you're booked solid? It's a great problem to have… until it starts feeling like those referrals you'r...
Boundaries in Doula Work: A Conversation with Allison Coleman of Austin Baby Guru
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Doula Darcy Podcast, host Doula Darcy, a seasoned business coach for doulas, interviews Allison Coleman of Austin Baby Guru an...
Authentic Copywriting for Doulas and Success without Sacrifice with Jillian Anderson
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you struggling to find the right words to connect with potential clients? Do you feel like your website and social media posts don't truly reflect...
Creating space for rest: Lessons from a Week of Self-Care in Florida
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm coming to you live from Clearwater, Florida, where I've spent a full week while hosting the Birth Worker Retreat. I came a few da...
Success Stories: How This Doula Built Her Dream Business - Jen Tawil
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's epidode, Darcy sits down with Jen Tawil of Lean on Me Westchester Postpartum Doula Services and also The Private Eye Doula. Jen only starte...
New Year Website Optimization Tips for Doulas
05 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New Year Website Optimization Tips In this episode of The Doula Darcy podcast, Darcy, a business coach specialized in helping doulas grow their busi...
Letting Go of the Hustle: A Guide to Building a Joyful Doula Business
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Build a Business That Feels Right for You Are you feeling overwhelmed by the end-of-year "strategize, plan, and grow" messages flooding your feed? You...
End-of-Year Reflections and Strategies for Doula Business Success
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
End-of-Year Reflections and Strategies for Doula Business Success Join Doula Darcy as she guides you through her end-of-year process for reflection...
How Sleep Consulting Can Boost Your Doula Business with Jayne Havens of Center for Pediatric Sleep Management
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Doula Darcy Podcast, host Darcy discusses the intersection of doula work and sleep consulting with her guest Jayne Havens. Jay...
Rock Your Doula Biz and Redefining Doula Success with Randy Patterson, The Rock n Roll Doula
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special and lively episode of the Doula Darcy podcast, episode #13, host Darcy introduces Randy Patterson, known as the 'Rock and Roll Doula',...
What Men Get Right About Business with kaitlin McGreyes of Be Her Village
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Transforming Doula Careers Through Community and Support with Kaitlin McGreyes of Be Her Village In this episode of the Doula Darcy podcast, host ...
Starting a Doula Agency with Jodi Congdon
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Doula Agency Success: Insights and Strategies from Two Doula Agency Owners If starting a doula agency is on your radar - you do not want to miss this ...
What to Ask in Doula Interviews to Build Trust and Book Clients
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darcy shares her strategies for turning doula client interviews into successful bookings. From her fourteen years as a doula, she sha...
Doula Sisterhood: Live from the Maine Doula Retreat
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Summary: In this special episode, we're coming to you live from the Maine Doula Retreat, where five amazing doulas from My Doula Village sh...
A Doula's Guide to Strategic Outsourcing and Work-Life Balance
20 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, The Doula Darcy reflects on a major turning point in her doula business journey from several years ago. As a busy postpartum doula an...
Passive Income Ideas for Doulas
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a doula feeling stretched thin with client work? In this episode, I'm sharing how you can leverage your skills to create passive income and fr...
How to Calculate your Doula Rate
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mastering Doula Rate Calculations and Business Mindset In this episode of the Doula Darcy Podcast, host Darcy, a seasoned business coach and doula...
Get Paid to Market your Doula Services - The Doula Business Cycle: From Classes to Clients with Emily Wannenberg
29 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darcy sits down with Emily Wannenberg, a former midwife turned birth doula and owner of Fourth Trimester Fitness to discuss how to cr...
Darcy's Journey to Building an Online Doula Business
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Doula Darcy's Journey to Building a Online Doula Business Darcy, host of the Doula Darcy podcast, shares her journey from growing up in Maine, a...
Mastering the Rule of Seven to Grow Your Doula Business
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darcy dives into one of the most important marketing principles that every doula needs to know: the Rule of Seven. If you've ever won...
Networking Tips for Doula Business Growth
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Networking for Doula Business Growth In this episode of The Doula Darcy Podcast, host Darcy, an experienced doula and business coach, shares valuable ...
Welcome - Why do doulas need to focus on Marketing?
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this introductory episode of The Doula Darcy podcast, host Darcy, a business coach with extensive experience in both the advertising industry and a...