Why I became a doula!

I realize now that everything I have done in the last 14 years has led me to where I am today. My starting point is the birth of my first son. Isn’t that true for all of us though? Every decision we make leads us to where we are in life. I fully embrace the fact that I had to have all the experiences I have had to lead me where I am right now.

Two things I always knew, I would own my own business and I was going to do something that would make a difference in the world. The one thing I struggled with was; what would it be? Thankfully, I discovered what it would be about six months ago, but it started with the birth of my fourth son almost two years ago. I had Finnley with my midwife Sara at the Simply Born birth house. I loved seeing what Sara had created in her business and was so inspired by what she does for women. But I knew quickly I could not be a midwife, I simply cannot be responsible for the lives in the room. So then I came across what a doula actually does and reached out to Simply Born for guidance. They lead me to DONA International, who I will ultimately gain my certification through.

The journey so far has proven over and over that this is what I was put on earth to do, this is my calling. The books I have read and the training’s I have attended make me more passionate every day. The positive responses from those around me affirm it even more so. Not to mention the opportunities I have already seen provide even more affirmation that this is right for me. The fact that I have the chance to help girls that are in the same position I was in when I was 16 years old, I can’t even put into words the emotions that makes me feel.

So the reasons for me becoming a doula go deep. The opportunities for growth in this industry are immense and I so look forward to seeing where this journey takes me. Thank you for joining me and thank you so much for your love and support!

With so much Love,

Brooke Elizabeth