Serene Doula Services

Serene Doula Services As a birth doula I believe in the power of birth. My role is to hold the sacred space of the birthing experience in whatever situation that looks like.

The word "doula" comes from the ancient Greek meaning "a woman who serves" and is now used to refer to a trained and experienced professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before, during and just after birth; or who provides emotional and practical support during the postpartum period. Studies have shown that when doulas attend birth, labors ar

e shorter with fewer complications, babies are healthier and they breastfeed more easily.
-From DONA.org

I have had 3 children and the experiences of each have taught me something different and pushed me into being more of who I have been called to be. I have long had a passion to serve and over the last 9+ years have built on that passion to educate myself on how to have a better birth experience, not only for myself, but for others. I believe strongly that every woman's body is meant to birth and every woman deserves the opportunity to be fully educated on their options and supported in a serene and safe environment from pregnancy to labor and through to their breastfeeding relationship. These factors are the foundation of building a lifetime of health, love, and trust with you and your bundle of joy. I am there for you to support you and help you understand your choices and guide you through your experience. After the birth we will come full circle where I will connect with you to reflect on your experiences, so as to instill those beautiful moments with you for a lifetime. Please contact me with any questions. I hope to serve you and your budding family! I am also currently offering the following services:
*Birth Photography
*Meal Preparation (Many options)
*Belly Casting
*Baby Shower/Blessing Ceremony Coordination
*Birth Plan Consultation and Preparation
*Placenta Encapsulation
More to be added! Training/Certifications Attended:
2012 DONA Birth Doula Training
2012 Gena Kirby Rebozo Training

Like and share my page to keep up to date on all the wonderful happenings and a lot of wonderful information and resources to aid you in pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. I thank you for your support! If I have supported you and your family during birth, I would love to hear from you! Please feel free to leave a line or two on how my services were helpful for you, so as to help others who may be looking for a doula. You can also leave a note on my profile at http://doulamatch.net/profile/4916/michaela-ahmad. Thank you for allowing me to follow my passion by supporting you through such a personal and sacred time in your life!

Evidence Based Birth
03/16/2020

Evidence Based Birth

07/08/2017

Great week! I am back to taking clients after my wonderful maternity leave and have spent time prepping for not 1, not 2, but THREE repeat clients coming up!!! Also had a client visit with their provider, and capped it off today talking to a local Bradley Childbirth class at the new Edmond Birthing Center!

06/30/2017

The maternal mortality rate in the state is a third of the American average. Here's why.

I love vit d!
06/19/2017

I love vit d!

Researchers have found that taking vitamin D supplements in pregnancy may help protect against asthma and respiratory infections in childhood.

06/17/2017

**Join us in P3 VIPs for feeding support, keepsake jewelry, and more ❤️**-2022 update! Shop Jordanthewitchydoula.myshopify.com

This post is for information on a newborn's stomach capacity. This is not pro or against any type of infant feeding. It's strictly for informational reference. Please discuss all breastfeeding or formula feeding questions with your, and your child's, healthcare provider.

See that tiny pink bead on my lanyard? That is the size of a newborn's tiny tummy. When baby is born, the birthing parent produces colostrum for baby, which is the perfect for baby. Colostrum contains just the amount of food baby needs and passes antibodies. It's ! In this photo, I have a standard 2 ounce bottle of formula that is given to new babies. So, if baby's belly is only the size of a marble, what happens when baby is fed 2 ounces? Well, baby will usually spit up all the extra, which then can be spinned into baby having reflux. When really, baby is just being over fed. This leads to interventions like formula changes, antacid medications, etc. It's important that we give families all the available information so they can make the best decisions for their families.

Wow! The response to this post has blown me away. First, I'd like to thank you all for sharing this post and your stories. Second, I'd like to point out that as a Doula, I support ALL my clients no matter if they breastfeed or formula feed. You will never hear me say breast is best OR fed is best. There's a reason for that.... It's not up to me to decide what is best. It's my job to support my client's choices. Please keep your comments respectful ✌❤

******** My hope for everyone who shared here on this thread is that you were SUPPORTED in YOUR choice to feed your child(ren), however that looked for you. Support is key. Being a parent is tough. Spread positivity ✌❤

Signed - A doula and mother who has given her children BOTH breastmilk and formula. There will NEVER be shame coming from my page. Please be respectful of others! ❤

Get your lanyard here: https://www.facebook.com/birthingandbreastfeeding/

For more information on how you can change your language to be more inclusive of all folx, check out this great resource:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pSq-wQq_gVCw7Px4gexKH1QXY5X9nJCaR-mCXWGvBVM/mobilebasic

04/29/2017
I love this Ted Talk on breast milk. I think everyone should watch this.
04/27/2017

I love this Ted Talk on breast milk. I think everyone should watch this.

Breast milk grows babies' bodies, fuels neurodevelopment, provides essential immunofactors and safeguards against famine and disease -- why, then, does scien...

I am rebozo certified! I love using the rebozo for my clients. There have been many benefits from its use in the birth s...
04/20/2017

I am rebozo certified! I love using the rebozo for my clients. There have been many benefits from its use in the birth setting. This is a guest blog by fellow local doula Brittany Chavez from Beautifully Connected.

This guest post from Brittany Chavez, rebozo specialist and owner of Oklahoma-based Beautifully Connected, shares her top five reasons you should use a doula who is trained in the use of the Rebozo!

04/20/2017

Watch this Evidence Based Birth® Q & A video all about waterbirth and its effect on the newborn microbiome!

Postpartum healing is so important. That's one reason why we lovingly refer to that period as the fourth trimester.
04/03/2017

Postpartum healing is so important. That's one reason why we lovingly refer to that period as the fourth trimester.

Postpartum soups and stews have traditionally been prepared for new moms by Asian grandmothers and aunts, the recipes passed down orally. A new cookbook seeks to preserve them before they're lost.

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