Empowering New Doulas: Insights and Reflections with Shannon

By: Care Messer | Doulas, Hypnobirthing, Podcast | November 1, 2025


We are back with another Doula education episode – although parents will also learn a lot with these perspectives! In this show, I get to chat with Shannon, a new doula who’s bringing her unique perspective as a childless doula. 

Shannon and I talk about each of the five classes, discussing everything from reframing fears to the beauty of comfort measures and the importance of following your intuition in birth work. Shannon shares her personal journey, bits and pieces from our classes, and how these experiences have empowered her in her doula journey. 

We also talk about the power of intention with your birth preparation, the significance of understanding your own birth story, and how to be fully present for the families you serve. It’s so nice for me as an educator to learn from all of this feedback. I hope you enjoy our conversation and the insights that come with it!

If you are needing more support as a doula with your mindset and daily practice – you can download my Doula Mindset Ebook and Business Meditations to build your self-confidence and help you with looking towards yourself for the answers you seek. Being solo in the birth room doesn’t have to be daunting. You have all you need inside. (19.99) 

Let’s connect: Have questions or comments for this episode?

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Work with Care or Ashley: 858-251-4204

 

About the author:
Care is the founder of the Birth Education Center, San Diego HypnoBirthing and Cuddle Sanctuary San Diego. She is a Birth Educator, Hypnotherapist, Birth and Postpartum Doula, INNATE Care Provider, Erotic Blueprint Coach and also professional Cuddler. She specializes in connection work between people and increasing self boundaries for a more balanced life together.

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