DOULA EXAM QUESTIONS &
ANSWERS (RATED A+)
ABAR - ANSWERAnti bias anti racist
What is a Doula? - ANSWERThe word originates from the Greek language meaning
"to serve" or a "woman's servant". Doulas are gained, skilled and certified (NON-
MEDICAL) pregnancy support. A doula is a person who is trained to provide support
to pregnant people and their families during pregnancy, childbirth, and the period of
time following the birth.
Other names for Doulas - ANSWERBirthworker
Birth companion
Support person
Mainstream Doula spectrum mainly focuses on? - ANSWERPhysical, emotional, and
educational support during the perinatal period.
luteal phase - ANSWERDuring this phase the remnants of the follicle that released
the egg released large amounts of the hormone progesterone as well as estrogen.
These hormones contribute to the further thickening and maintenance of the uterine
lining.
Menstration - ANSWERThe shedding of the uterine lining
5-1-1 - ANSWER5 minute apart contractions
Lasts for 1 minute
For 1 hour
Sources of iron - ANSWERRed meat, liver, eggs, some vegetables (e.g. spinach).
Why is iron important during pregnancy? - ANSWERThe developing fetus draws iron
from a mother. Iron is used to make hemoglobin, which carries oxygen to to the
tissue.
Types of Doulas? - ANSWERPregnancy & Birth Doula
Postpartum Doula
Abortion Doula
Miscarriage Doula
Full Spectrum Doula
Pregnancy Doula - ANSWERMost common type. This Doula guides the pregnant
person and family through the labor and birthing process, creating a safe and
nurturing environment and helping the natural love and beauty of childbirth.
, Postpartum Doula - ANSWERThis Doula supports and encourages family bonding
between parents/baby, and assists with maternal healing and newborn navigation.
Abortion Doula - ANSWERThis Doula specialize in helping during the stressful
process of abortion.
Miscarriage Doula (loss Doula) - ANSWERThis Doula supports expecting people
who are facing a miscarriage or who have had a miscarriage in the past.
Full Spectrum Doula - ANSWERThis Doula provides complete reproductive services;
fertility, pregnancy, loss, birth and postpartum.
Doula Code of Ethics - ANSWER
follicular phase - ANSWERThe follicular phase is a phase in the menstrual cycle
during which FSH stimulates the growth of follicles in the ovary, one of which will
dominate the others and eventually be the only one growing. During this phase, the
growing follicle releases estrogen, which leads to a surge of LH, which triggers
ovulation, making the follicle burst and release the ovum into the fallopian tube. The
follicular phase also involves the thickening of the uterine walls in preparation for the
implantation of a fertilized cell. This entire phase lasts about 10 days.
Ovulation - ANSWERrelease of the ovum from the ovary
time of ovulation - ANSWER12-16 days before the next period starts.
ovulation and conception - ANSWERFollowing ovulation, the eggs lifespan can be
up to 24 hours but it's usually between six and 12 hours.
Sources of folate? - ANSWERFortified dry cereal, liver, kidney, green leafy
vegetables, citrus fruits, lentils, beans
Daily intake of iron during pregnancy? - ANSWER27 mg a day
Progesterone - ANSWERHelps to maintain a supportive environment for developing
fetus. Reduces risk of premature birth.
Oxytocin (love hormone) - ANSWERProduced by the ovary and the placenta with
important effects in the female reproductive system and during pregnancy.
PROSTAGLANDINS play a role in ripening of the cervix.
Relaxin - ANSWERRelaxes the ligaments in the pelvis and softens and widens the
cervix.
Calorie intake for pregnancy? - ANSWER2,300-2,500
or 3 meals/snacks daily
Herbs in Pregnancy - ANSWERGinger, Red Raspberry leaf, peppermint
Role of Doula in Fertility and Preconception - ANSWEREducation
Support
ANSWERS (RATED A+)
ABAR - ANSWERAnti bias anti racist
What is a Doula? - ANSWERThe word originates from the Greek language meaning
"to serve" or a "woman's servant". Doulas are gained, skilled and certified (NON-
MEDICAL) pregnancy support. A doula is a person who is trained to provide support
to pregnant people and their families during pregnancy, childbirth, and the period of
time following the birth.
Other names for Doulas - ANSWERBirthworker
Birth companion
Support person
Mainstream Doula spectrum mainly focuses on? - ANSWERPhysical, emotional, and
educational support during the perinatal period.
luteal phase - ANSWERDuring this phase the remnants of the follicle that released
the egg released large amounts of the hormone progesterone as well as estrogen.
These hormones contribute to the further thickening and maintenance of the uterine
lining.
Menstration - ANSWERThe shedding of the uterine lining
5-1-1 - ANSWER5 minute apart contractions
Lasts for 1 minute
For 1 hour
Sources of iron - ANSWERRed meat, liver, eggs, some vegetables (e.g. spinach).
Why is iron important during pregnancy? - ANSWERThe developing fetus draws iron
from a mother. Iron is used to make hemoglobin, which carries oxygen to to the
tissue.
Types of Doulas? - ANSWERPregnancy & Birth Doula
Postpartum Doula
Abortion Doula
Miscarriage Doula
Full Spectrum Doula
Pregnancy Doula - ANSWERMost common type. This Doula guides the pregnant
person and family through the labor and birthing process, creating a safe and
nurturing environment and helping the natural love and beauty of childbirth.
, Postpartum Doula - ANSWERThis Doula supports and encourages family bonding
between parents/baby, and assists with maternal healing and newborn navigation.
Abortion Doula - ANSWERThis Doula specialize in helping during the stressful
process of abortion.
Miscarriage Doula (loss Doula) - ANSWERThis Doula supports expecting people
who are facing a miscarriage or who have had a miscarriage in the past.
Full Spectrum Doula - ANSWERThis Doula provides complete reproductive services;
fertility, pregnancy, loss, birth and postpartum.
Doula Code of Ethics - ANSWER
follicular phase - ANSWERThe follicular phase is a phase in the menstrual cycle
during which FSH stimulates the growth of follicles in the ovary, one of which will
dominate the others and eventually be the only one growing. During this phase, the
growing follicle releases estrogen, which leads to a surge of LH, which triggers
ovulation, making the follicle burst and release the ovum into the fallopian tube. The
follicular phase also involves the thickening of the uterine walls in preparation for the
implantation of a fertilized cell. This entire phase lasts about 10 days.
Ovulation - ANSWERrelease of the ovum from the ovary
time of ovulation - ANSWER12-16 days before the next period starts.
ovulation and conception - ANSWERFollowing ovulation, the eggs lifespan can be
up to 24 hours but it's usually between six and 12 hours.
Sources of folate? - ANSWERFortified dry cereal, liver, kidney, green leafy
vegetables, citrus fruits, lentils, beans
Daily intake of iron during pregnancy? - ANSWER27 mg a day
Progesterone - ANSWERHelps to maintain a supportive environment for developing
fetus. Reduces risk of premature birth.
Oxytocin (love hormone) - ANSWERProduced by the ovary and the placenta with
important effects in the female reproductive system and during pregnancy.
PROSTAGLANDINS play a role in ripening of the cervix.
Relaxin - ANSWERRelaxes the ligaments in the pelvis and softens and widens the
cervix.
Calorie intake for pregnancy? - ANSWER2,300-2,500
or 3 meals/snacks daily
Herbs in Pregnancy - ANSWERGinger, Red Raspberry leaf, peppermint
Role of Doula in Fertility and Preconception - ANSWEREducation
Support
