Our SevenRivers
- Financial Flow: Equipping doulas with the financial acumen to build sustainable businesses.
- Knowledge Stream: Providing continuous education and up-to-date resources for professional development.
- Community Current: Fostering a supportive network of doulas for collaboration and growth.
- Growth Tributary: Offering strategies and tools for expanding services and client base.
- Wellness Waterway: Prioritizing self-care and personal well-being to prevent burnout.
- Client Connection Creek: Enhancing client relationship skills for a thriving practice.
- Professional Partnership Pond: Facilitating collaborations with related professionals to provide comprehensive care.
Select a number for more information on each river
Financial Flow
The Financial Flow is the lifeblood of your doula business. It encompasses all aspects of money management, from daily bookkeeping to long-term financial planning.
Key Aspects:
- Basic bookkeeping and expense tracking
- Pricing strategies and package creation
- Cash flow management
- Tax planning and preparation
- Financial goal-setting and budgeting
- Investment in business growth
Why It’s Important: A healthy Financial Flow ensures that your business is sustainable and profitable. It allows you to serve your clients without the stress of financial uncertainty and provides the resources you need to grow and improve your services.
How We Help: We offer tailored bookkeeping services, financial planning sessions, and educational resources to help you master your doula business finances.
Knowledge Stream
The Knowledge Stream is about continuous learning and staying current in the ever-evolving field of birth work and business management.
Key Aspects:
- Staying up-to-date with evidence-based practices in birth work
- Continuing education in doula skills and specializations
- Learning business management skills
- Staying informed about industry trends and changes
- Building a robust resource library
Why It’s Important: The Knowledge Stream ensures that you’re always providing the best possible care to your clients and running your business efficiently. It keeps your services relevant and valuable in a changing market.
How We Help: We provide curated educational resources, recommend courses and books, and offer workshops on both doula skills and business management.
Community Current
The Community Current is about building and nurturing your professional network, both online and offline.
Key Aspects:
- Networking with other birth professionals
- Engaging in doula communities and forums
- Building relationships with care providers
- Participating in and organizing community events
- Mentorship (both receiving and providing)
Why It’s Important: A strong community provides support, opportunities for collaboration, and a platform for sharing knowledge. It can also be a source of referrals and partnerships.
How We Help: We facilitate networking opportunities, moderate online communities, and provide strategies for building strong professional relationships.
Growth Tributary
The Growth Tributary focuses on expanding and improving your doula business over time.
Key Aspects:
- Setting and achieving business goals
- Expanding your services or client base
- Developing new skills or specializations
- Marketing and brand development
- Hiring and team building (if applicable)
- Streamlining operations for efficiency
Why It’s Important: The Growth Tributary ensures that your business doesn’t stagnate. It helps you adapt to changing market conditions, increase your income, and achieve your long-term business goals.
How We Help: We offer business coaching, help with business plan development, and provide resources for strategic planning and marketing.
Wellness Waterway
The Wellness Waterway is about maintaining your physical, emotional, and mental health as a doula.
Key Aspects:
- Self-care practices
- Stress management techniques
- Work-life balance strategies
- Burnout prevention
- Physical health maintenance
- Emotional processing techniques
Why It’s Important: Doula work can be physically and emotionally demanding. The Wellness Waterway ensures that you’re taking care of yourself so you can continue to take care of others. It’s crucial for long-term sustainability in this profession.
How We Help: We provide resources on self-care, offer workshops on stress management, and emphasize the importance of wellness in all our business strategies.
Client Connection Creek
The Client Connection Creek is about building strong, positive relationships with your clients.
Key Aspects:
- Marketing to attract ideal clients
- Clear communication practices
- Setting healthy boundaries
- Creating exceptional client experiences
- Gathering and implementing feedback
- Managing difficult situations professionally
Why It’s Important: Strong client connections lead to better birth experiences, positive reviews, and referrals. They’re the foundation of a successful and fulfilling doula practice.
How We Help: We offer guidance on marketing, communication strategies, and client management techniques. We also provide resources for creating client contracts and managing expectations.
Professional Partnership Pond
The Professional Partnership Pond is about collaborating with other professionals to enhance your services and reach.
Key Aspects:
- Identifying potential partners (e.g., midwives, childbirth educators, lactation consultants)
- Building mutually beneficial relationships
- Collaborative projects or events
- Cross-referrals and joint service packages
- Navigating challenging professional relationships
Why It’s Important: Professional partnerships can expand your reach, enhance your services, and provide a more comprehensive support system for your clients. They can also lead to new opportunities and insights in your field.
How We Help: We provide strategies for identifying and approaching potential partners, offer guidance on creating successful collaborations, and help you navigate the professional landscape of birth work.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
About Seven Rivers Doula Resources
Q1: What is Seven Rivers Doula Resources?
A: Seven Rivers Doula Resources is a comprehensive support system for doulas, offering business guidance, financial management services, and professional development resources. We use a holistic approach called the Seven Rivers to help doulas create thriving, sustainable practices.
Q2: What are the "Seven Rivers"?
A: The Seven Rivers represent key areas of doula business success:
- Financial Flow
- Knowledge Stream
- Community Current
- Growth Tributary
- Wellness Waterway
- Client Connection Creek
- Professional Partnership Pond Each “river” focuses on a crucial aspect of running a successful doula business.
Q3: Who can benefit from Seven Rivers Doula Resources?
A: Our services are designed for doulas at all stages of their career, from those just starting out to experienced doulas looking to expand or optimize their practice.
Q4: What services do you offer?
A: We offer a range of services including:
- Bookkeeping and financial management
- Business coaching and strategy sessions
- Educational resources and workshops
- Community building and networking opportunities
- Marketing and client relations guidance
Q5: How much do your services cost?
A: Our service costs vary depending on the specific offerings and level of support you need. We offer everything from affordable group workshops to comprehensive one-on-one coaching packages. Please contact us for a personalized quote.
Q6: Do you offer payment plans?
A: Yes, we offer flexible payment plans for many of our services. We believe in making doula business support accessible and can work with you to find a payment structure that fits your budget.
Q7: How do I get started with Seven Rivers Doula Resources?
A: The best way to get started is to book a free initial consultation. During this call, we’ll discuss your current situation, goals, and how we can best support you.
Q8: Do I need to commit to using all Seven Rivers?
A: Not at all. While our approach is holistic, you can choose to focus on the areas that are most relevant to your current needs. We’ll work with you to create a customized plan.
Q9: I'm just starting my doula business. Is it too early to use your services?
A: It’s never too early! In fact, starting with a solid foundation can set you up for long-term success. We have resources specifically designed for new doulas.
Q10: What bookkeeping services do you offer?
A: Our bookkeeping services include setting up accounting systems, monthly bookkeeping, financial statement preparation, and tax preparation assistance. We tailor our services to meet the specific needs of doula businesses.
Q11: Do I need to use a specific accounting software?
A: While we have preferred systems that work well for doula businesses, we can work with various accounting software. If you’re already using a system, we can likely work with it.
Q12: Can you help me with pricing my doula services?
A: Absolutely! Pricing strategy is a key part of our Financial Flow river. We can help you develop pricing that reflects your value and supports a sustainable business.
Q13: Do you offer any free resources?
A: Yes! We have a blog with regular posts on doula business topics, a newsletter with tips and insights, and occasional free webinars. Check our website regularly for these resources.
Q14: Are your educational materials only about business, or do you cover doula skills too?
A: While our primary focus is on the business side of doula work, we do offer resources and guidance on continuing education for doula skills as part of our Knowledge Stream river.
Q15: I'm not tech-savvy. Can you still help me?
A: Absolutely! We work with doulas of all tech skill levels. Our goal is to make technology work for you, not overwhelm you. We can provide extra support in this area if needed.
Q16: Do you work with doulas outside of North America?
A: Yes, many of our services can be provided remotely. We work with doulas World-Wide.
Q17: I'm not sure if I need your services. How can I find out?
A: We recommend booking a free initial consultation. This allows us to learn about your specific situation and goals, and helps you get a better sense of how we can support you.
If you have any questions that are not answered here, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to support you on your doula business journey!
