Christian birth is a beautiful and sacred experience. I believe that every baby born into the world is a unique and precious gift from God. I celebrate this gift by providing compassionate and loving support. it’s a joy to serve mothers and families during their pregnancy, labor, and postpartum journey.
Psalm 139:13-14
“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”
This passage reminds us that each new life is a miracle, created by God with love and care.
As such, it is important to honor God during the birth process. One way to do this is by creating a peaceful and prayerful environment. I have seen how these and other passages from the Bible can provide comfort and strength to families during labor and delivery. Praying together, reading scripture, or simply meditating on God’s love can help to create a sense of peace. Leading to calm in the midst of what can be an intense and overwhelming experience.
John 16:21
“A woman giving birth to a child has pain because her time has come; but when her baby is born she forgets the anguish because of her joy that a child is born into the world.”
This verse acknowledges the pain and difficulty of childbirth but also points to the joy and fulfillment that comes with bringing new life into the world.
Therefore, in addition to prayer, I also provide physical support during labor. This includes massage, breathing techniques, and other comfort measures. By providing this support, I help mothers to feel more relaxed and comfortable during labor.
We are not some casual and meaningless product of evolution. Each of us is the result of a thought of God. Each of us is willed. Each of us is loved. Each of us is necessary.
Pope Benedict XVI
Birth is just the beginning of a family’s journey. I believe in the importance of postpartum care. This includes providing emotional support to mothers and fathers as they adjust to their new role as parents. It also includes practical support such as meal preparation and light housekeeping.
Of course, every family’s faith journey is unique, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to incorporating faith into the birth experience. As a doula, my role is to support each family in finding what works best for them.
Ultimately, faith can be a powerful source of strength and comfort during the Christian birth experience. It is an honor to support families in their physical and spiritual journeys as they welcome new life into the world.
Koko
Lifelong Catholic, mother of many, grandmother to many more! I am so blessed to have been able to transform my vocation as mother into my life as a doula. Helping other women to discover and experience the miracle of birth with JOY!