The NorthEastern Illinois Doula association is a professional association for ante-partum, birth and post partum doulas. For more information, read NEIDA's Mission & Values Statement.

NEIDA is not a certifying organization and is not associated with any particular certifying organization. NEIDA does not promote any particular path to becoming a doula over another.

NEIDA is for doulas from all different backgrounds that are looking to join together for community, support and continuing education.

• Community - connect with other doulas in your local area
• Support - share your experiences with others
• Continuing Education - learn more about topics relevant to your needs and interests
• Networking - meet potential mentors, backups, babysitters, job leads and friends
• Lectures with a wide range of speakers from the birthing community
• A newsletter with important information and upcoming events
• A one time $20 discount off your next BirthLink membership fee and a preferred NEIDA status in your BirthLink provider listing

NEIDA is looking for support from doulas

• Doulas for membership in NEIDA
• Doulas to volunteer as board and committee members

NEIDA is not a referral service, but you are welcome to review the member listing to find contact information for the NEIDA members who have requested to be listed there. You may also find doulas through other local sites like birthlink.com or through any of the organizations listed in our links .