Momma, you’re not supposed to do it alone!
Women used to support one another through pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum. How crazy is it that most women today get pregnant and are starting with nothing-
NO elder guidance, NO generational wisdom, NO CLUE!
Just knowing that they want to protect their baby. Not only their baby but their pregnancy, labor, birth, Motherhood, and family. Protection from the-
*Cultural expectations*
*Generational trauma*
*Corrupt and misguided medical field*
*Racism, sexism, ageism, and any other ism that is way too prevalent today*
*And anything else that keeps you up at night*
This was me. And so many other women I know!
We had to build ourselves into the safe haven we never had or even saw modeled. I was scared:
- I didn’t have an example to follow
- I didn’t have a mother-figure I felt I could lean on as I transitioned into motherhood
- I wanted more than anything to not repeat cycles of my family with my own children
I had to build myself into the safe haven I never had growing up and never even saw modeled. One brick at a time, I became the fortress for my baby and as a result, I ended up stronger than I ever imagined I could be.
Momma, you have the bricks. You have the mortar. God made you with everything you need to become the mother God made you to be.
* Strong * Compassionate * Empowered * Peaceful * Wise * Discerning * Joyful *
I will not give you the bricks you need- you already have them.
I’m not here to be your architect. Only you have the intuitive wisdom to know what your fortress will look like.
I’m here to empower you, guide you, educate you, support you, encourage you, and be your advocate.
For many women, having a child is the first time they step into their feminine power. It can be scary, painful, and really really hard.
BUT it can also be the catalyst that sets your life on fire in the BEST POSSIBLE WAY!
“Whoever fears the LORD has a secure fortress, and for their children it will be a refuge.” Proverbs 14:26 NIV
We as women were designed to build nations in our womb, one baby at a time. We have been divinely appointed to be the first Earthly protectors of all of God’s children. Together we will walk through pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum. And I cannot wait to help you confidently, calmly, and peacefully bring new life to this earth!
What can you expect when you hire me as your doula?
All Birth Doulas offer emotional and physical support though labor. For more information on what a doula does, you can read about that here. As your doula, I have two main purposes- to help you trust your body and protect your baby! Motherhood is a journey that begins before conception and never ends. It’s the biggest transformation you’ll ever go through and preparing for that is complex. My philosophy and how I serve women comes down to these three tenants.
1. Pregnant women should decide what kind of mother they want to be early on.
If a woman has well-defined values and confidence in herself, decisions become a lot easier. Pressures from Aunt Gertrude and the next door neighbor and favorite celebrities and even doctors influence women to make decisions that are out of alignment with their values and beliefs. When a woman has taken the time to define her values and paint a picture of how she wants to show up in motherhood, it gives her the confidence to stay grounded when adversity happens. And adversity ALWAYS shows up in the most vulnerable times, so be prepared.
2. You, the mother, are responsible for your baby and your body.
Not me. Not the doctor. Not the nurses. It can be scary to face some of the decisions a pregnant woman is confronted with. From vaccines to birth interventions to family boundaries. While your medical team and I have legal and ethical responsibilities, you and you alone are responsible for making decisions. This doesn’t mean you’re alone, because as my client I will never let you feel alone or unsupported or unheard. It just means that you need to have peace over how the birth (and everything before and after) goes because you’ll be the one living with the consequences of the decisions made. Let me be clear- it may be your decision to give decision-making authority to your husband or obstetrician or midwife. That’s a decision too, and a valid one!
3. God perfectly designed women to be mothers.
If you are carrying a child in your womb, you have been divinely appointed to be that child’s Fortress and nurturer. Birth is absolutely awesome and intense and wild. And while birth is a right of passage that will change you forever, it’s also perfectly natural and happens every single day. The medical system is incredibly equipped to handle any complications and be there just in case they’re needed. But more often than culture likes to make us believe, women don’t need to medicalize birth. You have everything you need to bring this baby to the world, momma.
With these tenants at the center, I connect with pregnant women and help them gain clarity on their values. We break down fears and work to quiet the noise of societal/cultural/familial expectations. Together we will fortify your mind and prepare for your labor.
You will feel empowered and peaceful every step of the way- even when things don’t go perfectly
Whether you are a first time mom or already have multiple children, your history, fears, challenges, and life circumstances are completely unique and you deserve to move into the next phase of your motherhood journey grounded in YOUR values. Because those values will protect your children and your motherhood experience.
If you agree with these three tenants, I think we’d be a good match and I’d love to support you through your pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. Check out my Doula Packages or schedule a free consultation below and I’ll help you decide which package is the right one for you.
