23. Whatever Will Be Will Be, A Professional Doula In The Room With Us - Keisha

<p>They say ‘<em>The best of steel is forged in the hottest of furnaces’</em> Similarly Labour pain is going to be an ordeal, but it is a necessary process for the baby to be born. The Contractions of the uterine muscles make sure that the baby does not stay within the uterus and is continuously pushed towards the world in the form of birth. Every woman, whether going for normal delivery or C-section, will experience some level of Labour pains. Many women fears going through this process. It takes incredible group of people such as nurses, midwives and doulas to assure them that since there is a beautiful reward at the end - the pain has a purpose.</p> <p> </p> <p>In today’s first doula episode, we talk with one amazing woman Keisha Graham. In 2021, Keisha assisted 35 families with childbirth and witnessed 31 births. She is a doula in Richmond, Virginia. I've known this wonderful woman since 2017, when I was becoming a mom. Today we talk to her about why she does what she does. We discuss how her work has influenced her everyday life. We also get to know her behind the scenes experiences her thoughts on a mother’s loss of a child during childbirth. As we dive in, we explore the role doulas play in relieving nurses and removing fear from birthing moms and families among other fascinating topics. Keisha’s journey is full of surprises. she is here with us today!</p> <p>Let’s jump in!</p> <p><strong>In this Episode You’ll Learn: </strong></p> <ul> <li>[2:25] Who a doula is</li> <li>[6:08] A little bit about Keisha Graham</li> <li>[7:30] How Keisha got started as a doula</li> <li>[10:45] How Keisha's birth experiences and moments have influenced her</li> <li>[12:40] How Keisha manages to hold her space</li> <li>[14:40] Whether doulas are more present or heart-centered in everyday life?</li> <li>[15:49] Keisha's definition of the clients she serves</li> <li>[18:03] Keisha's behind-the-scenes experiences</li> <li>[20:56] The role of the doula in relieving the nurses and the importance of a supportive birth team</li> <li