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Doula UK is a network of doulas run voluntarily by doulas.
The network started in February 2001 and is a non-profitmaking organisation.
Their aim is to promote the role of doulas, to improve communication between doulas, and to advance the understanding of birth and the postnatal period. The network has a Philosophy, sets standards and has a Code of Practice which all members adhere to.

At the beginning of 2004, they introduced a "Recognition Process" for doulas in the UK where they have established a distinction between doulas who have simply registered, and those who are "recognised" as having attained a particular level of learned skills and experience.

NCT Every year the NCT is in contact with 300,000 parents and parents-to-be, through the range of antenatal classes, helplines and social and educational events they offer. The Trust aims to help all parents enjoy an experience of pregnancy, birth and early parenthood which enriches their lives and gives them confidence in being a parent.

IAIM-International Association of Infant Massage- to promote positive and nurturing touch to benefit babies and carers like.