What is a Squarespace Website Template: A Guide for Doulas
As a web designer who specializes in working with doulas and birth workers, I know how daunting it can be to design your own website from scratch.
You start a business, and suddenly it feels like you have to be a website guru to even get started. Are you nodding your head yes?
Even with Squarespaceβs user-friendly interface, designing a website from the ground up can still feel overwhelming. After all, youβre a doulaβ¦not a designer.
Enter: Squarespace Website Templates
When I started my business, I wanted to bridge the gap between the generic, free templates Squarespace offers and a $3,000 custom website project. Something cash-flow friendly that still had a professional designerβs touch. Website templates were my first thought.
Over the years, website templates have gained popularity. And rightfully so. Theyβre affordable, easy to use, and a time saving alternative to DIYing. But back in 2019, there were no website templates for doulas.
There were templates for photographers, wedding planners, and creatives, but not for birth professionals. And I thought, βWhy not?β Thatβs when I decided it was time to create beautiful and affordable options for birth professionals like you!
What Exactly is a Squarespace Website Template?
Website templates are pre-designed websites with a structure and style in place, waiting for you to add your unique touch. I like to think of templates as a back-bone for your site that you can customize to make your own. Each of our website templates are designed in Squarespace and transferred within 48 hours from purchase. From there, you can plug in your content, colors, fonts, images, and more before launching your dream site!
Why Use a Squarespace Template?
"But doesnβt Squarespace already have templates?" Yes, Squarespace offers dozens of free templates. However, these designs often lack the creativity and strategic layout that birth professionals need.
Thatβs where Doula Design Co. comes in. Our website templates are crafted specifically for doulas and birth professionals, ensuring you have all the essential pages and features to get started. This means you spend less time on web design and more time doing what you loveβsupporting families.
How Does It Work?
Add to Cart: Purchase your favorite template from our shop, then get instant access to template resources and tutorials.
Mail Time: Within 48 hours, youβll get an invite to access your new template as a new trial website inside your Squarespace account.
Style & Launch: Plug in your pictures, copywriting, and colors while following our video tutorials and launch!
Worried About Tech?
No worries at all! With your template purchase, youβll receive a Squarespace Help Guide, SEO Checklist, and video tutorials to guide you through the process. Plus, we're always just an email away if you get stuck!
Benefits of Squarespace Templates for Doulas
Highly Customizable: Tailor the template to fit your businessβ unique needs with your brand colors, fonts, logos, and content.
Professional Look: Achieve a designer-quality website without needing design experience.
Time-Saving: Templates cut down the hours (or months) you'd spend building a site from scratch.
Cost-Effective: Get a professional online presence without breaking the bank.
SEO-Friendly: Built-in SEO features make it easier for potential clients to find you online.
Mobile-Responsive: Your site will look great on any device.
Why Choose Doula Design Co. Templates?
Our templates are specifically designed with birth professionals in mind. This means they include all the pages and features you need to get started, such as:
Blog Page: Share your insights and experiences in birth work with the June Template
Shop Page: Sell your birth and postpartum products straight through your website with the Meadow Template
Portfolio Page: Highlight your birth photography and videography with the Terra Template
No code. No stress. Just follow our video tutorial, plug in your images, colors, logo, and copy & launch!
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: How do I launch my website once itβs ready?
A: Once youβve customized your template to your liking, you can preview your site to make sure everything looks perfect. When youβre ready, simply follow Squarespaceβs easy steps to connect your domain and publish your site. And if you need any help, our support team is always here to assist you.
Q: How do I add my content to the template?
A: Adding your content is simple! Once you receive your template, you can easily plug in your pictures, copy, colors, fonts, and logos using Squarespace's intuitive editor. Our video tutorials and Help Guide will guide you through each step to ensure your website looks exactly how you want it.
Q: Do Squarespace templates work on other platforms like WordPress?
A: No, Squarespace templates are specifically designed to work within the Squarespace platform. They cannot be transferred or used on other platforms such as WordPress, Wix, or Shopify. Each platform has its own structure, so templates are not interchangeable.
Q: Can I add a Squarespace template to my existing site?
A: Yes, you can! If you already have a Squarespace site and want to add one of our templates, simply send us an email after your purchase. We'll guide you through the process of integrating the new template with your existing site to ensure a smooth transition without losing your current content or hosting/domain.
Ready to Get Started?
If youβre ready to launch a website thatβs professional, beautiful, and tailored to your needs as a doula, look no further than our Squarespace website templates. Shop our templates now and take the first step towards a stunning online presence that lets you focus on what you do best.