“I think everyone should have a doula because there's one more person on your care team that's there entirely for your comfort, encouragement, and well-being.”

— Ansâr El Muhammad, AAIMM Doula

“A doula helps you prepare for your birth and navigate life on the other side of childbirth.” 

— Elliette Johnson, AAIMM Doula

"If you and your family are seeking someone who can make prenatal, labor, birth, and postpartum care clear and supportive, a doula is an amazing resource."

– Erlinda, AAIMM Doula

"Being a doula is a calling. It is a calling and passion that inspires me to serve my community."

— Felicia Frances-Edwards, AAIMM Doula

“Every family has the right to feel and be safe, supported, and heard throughout their pregnancy and birth experience.”  

— Lakeisha Solomon, AAIMM Doula

 “Being a doula means serving my community by uplifting those who bring forth life, love and hope in our everyday lives.” 

– Luz Ticas, AAIMM CFCI Doula

"Doulas walk families through the tough and confusing stuff,  and let them know that everything they may be feeling is valid."

— Lorna Leverette, AAIMM Doula 

“Being a doula to me means honor, support, education, sacredness, dedication, listening, affirming, reiterating forgotten thoughts, building community, joy, resiliency, being a voice for the voiceless, and much more.”

– Mercedez Johnson, AAIMM Doula

“(A) doula will provide non-judgmental prenatal and postpartum support that is in alignment with your family's needs.” 

— Michelle Henderson, AAIMM Backup Doula 

"A doula’s role is to provide you with all the tools you need to have an empowered and safe experience while bringing your baby earth-side." 

— Mia De Silva, AAIMM Doula