Lauren McCLain CD(DONA)

Lauren McClain, CD(DONA), brings a unique perspective to the table as a seasoned professional in the software technology industry who has successfully transitioned into the world of birth and postpartum support. With over a decade of experience navigating complex IT projects, Lauren now shares her journey of transitioning careers, highlighting the challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned along the way.

Drawing from her background in teamwork, risk assessment, and strategic planning, she provides invaluable insights into how skills from previous pathways can seamlessly translate into the field of doula work. As she continues to expand her expertise and pursue her LCCE certification, Lauren is passionate about empowering others to embrace career changes with confidence and clarity.

Session

Balancing Acts: From Web Code to Comfort Measures- A Career Transition to Doula Support

Birth and postpartum workers are often multi-passionate and multi-talented and while society often promotes the narrative that “you can do it all,” the reality is that it is not feasible to manage everything simultaneously without risking burnout. In this presentation, Lauren McClain, who has navigated a career transition, will share her experiences and strategies for managing multiple roles.

After this session, participants will have strategies to examine their calendars and job responsibilities and assess how much they can realistically balance without compromising their well-being. Lauren will cover how to effectively communicate and make decisions when the demands of one career begin to outweigh another.

This session aims to provide practical tools and insights for maintaining a healthy balance in professional lives.