what is a Doula?
The clinical definition of a doula is: “a trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to their client before, during and shortly after childbirth to help them achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience possible.”
We agree. But our Enlightenbirth philosophy goes deeper into the profound sacred mother-child bond.
In the world today, so many distractions, interventions, and philosophies interfere with the ONE THING we know for sure: mothers were divinely created to birth their babies. Within every womb is the sacred wisdom of the most powerful energy in existence:
The energy of CREATION.
So much of the conversation around birthing, and found at the core of most doula training programs, is about strategies, “ideas,” and methodologies from the outside in.
The Enlightenbirth philosophy is all about returning within to the divine feminine wisdom of a birthing mother’s own sacred knowledge. Guiding her to access what she is already holding.
Enlightenbirth training is not about imposing a set of specific practices or strategies. It is about empowering women to embark on a journey within themselves, guided by 6 sacred principles. These principles gently lead women to discover and embrace their own unique birth signature and energy.
Enlightenbirth is about guiding women to birth in their own uniquely aligned way. As Enlightenbirth doulas, we view all women as wisdom keepers, and we view our work as the path of a loving guide. Guiding women towards their own wisdom. An Enlightenbirth doula represents the emergence of a new kind of birth that is both ancient and modern, sacred and safe, profoundly mystical and inherently grounded.
As trail guides to the most sacred event in any human life, we emphasize the profound mystery of birth. We honor each mother, each child, each birth, each with their own wonder filled journey. And like snowflakes, each so divinely and uniquely designed.
Enlightenbirth Philosophy
Simplicity
Enligthenbirth doula training is anchored in one thing: the sacred simplicity of the mother-child bond. We guide mothers to experience the tranquility and peace that come from this profound bond. Birth has become a “business” in our world today, a business that disempowers mothers with chaos, confusion, fear, and anxiety.
Through countless scientific studies, we already know that doula care significantly improves physical and psychological outcomes for pregnant, birthing, and postpartum women and their babies. Statistics prove that doulas have a profoundly positive impact on the well-being of the entire family.
But the Enlightenbirth experience is doula care elevated—elevated in the return to the profound simplicity of being fully present.
Creation
In the sacred act of childbirth, we are in the presence of the profound miracle of creation. It is that moment between worlds where the divine essence of life is palpable, as a new soul prepares to embark on its earthly journey. Within the most intimate space between labor and delivery, we are eyewitness to the interconnectedness of all things—a sacred tapestry woven with threads of love, strength, and vulnerability.
Every breath carries with it the echoes of generations past and the hopes of generations yet to come. In this sacred space, birthing mothers are invited to surrender to the rhythms of nature, trusting in their bodies' innate wisdom and the guiding presence of the universe. As doulas, we honor the sacredness of creation by bearing witness with reverence, compassion, and awe, holding space for the miracle of life to unfold in its fullest expression.
Trust
Throughout the journey to motherhood, from prenatal to birth through postpartum, a profound trust is formed between the birthing mother and the divine and also between the birthing mother and her doula. It's an unspoken bond that is both anchored in the physical world and transcends it.
As Enlightenbirth doulas, we assist mothers in navigating this incredible journey, helping them draw upon their own innate wisdom, which is primal and raw and elevated by the divine—ethereal and sacred. Guiding mothers to the profoundly beautiful depths of their being, we guide them to surrender to the flow, guided by unwavering trust that brings reassurance in moments of doubt and fear.
It is a trust born from the recognition that they are themselves the embodiment of creation, co-creators with the divine in the miracle of birth. In the sacred space of birth, Enlightenbirth doulas guide mothers to open themselves to the divine presence that permeates every breath, every sensation, knowing that they are held in the embrace of a love that is both infinite and eternal. We honor and nurture this trust, standing as guardians of the sacred, supporting them with unwavering connection as they embark on the transformative journey of bringing new life into the world.
Intuition
As Enligthenbirth doulas, one of our most sacred roles is guiding birthing mothers to connect with their own intuition—the deep well of wisdom that resides within each individual.
Through compassionate presence and gentle encouragement, we help mothers cultivate a profound sense of trust in their innate ability to navigate the journey of childbirth. We honor their unique instincts and empower them to listen to the wisdom of their bodies, guiding them to make decisions that align with their deepest desires and values.
By creating a supportive and nurturing environment, we invite mothers to tap into their intuition, allowing it to be their guiding light through the ebb and flow of labor. We hold sacred space as allies, creating the safety mothers need to embrace the power of their own sacred womb wisdom and intuition and to birth with confidence and grace.
Love
Enlightenbirth doulas approach our work with the unwavering presence of universal unconditional love, recognizing it as the most potent force in the birthing journey.
With hearts wide open, we hold space for birthing mothers with tenderness, compassion, and unconditional acceptance. Through our presence, we offer a sacred sanctuary—a safe haven where mothers feel fully supported, knowing they are enveloped in love.
With each word of encouragement, each act of presence, we infuse the birthing environment with the warmth and strength of love, nurturing mothers through the peaks and valleys of childbirth. Our love serves as a guiding beacon, illuminating the path ahead. In the embrace of love, mothers find the courage to release fear, to embrace their innate power, and to welcome their babies into the world surrounded by true peace and love.
The Unique Birthing Signature
A core tenet of Enligthenbirth doula training is our knowledge that every birthing mother carries within her a unique and sacred birthing energy signature—a divine essence that is as individual as a fingerprint.
Our training and education allows us to guide mothers on a journey of self-discovery, helping them to tap into this reservoir of power and wisdom that resides deep within. Through deep listening and attentive presence, we create a space where mothers can explore their inner landscape, uncovering the rhythms, sensations, and emotions that define their own unique birthing experience.
With reverence and respect, we honor each mother's unique journey, guiding her to embrace her authentic self and to birth in alignment with her own sacred energy. In the sanctuary of this discovery, mothers find strength, clarity, and a profound sense of empowerment as they step into the transformative journey of childbirth.
Enlightenbirth Training Program
It all begins with our empowering three month doula training certification program
