Baby Blessings
Sunday, October 12th, 2008Let me first boldly say, I am NOT pregnant! Phew!!! Don’t get me wrong. If God blesses me with another baby, of course, I will be joyful, but in MY plans, well…. I am done.
I recently became a birth doula and it is fantastic. It is such an honor to be apart of the most intimate moments of people. Helping women have their baby with confidence, with comfort, with information… and seeing new life come into the world…. WOW. I am so grateful to my sister-n-law, Karen, who invited me to be her doula for her daughter’s birth, Aline, as this moment changed me.
For years, I have wanted something to do in addition to my family. I love homeschooling my kids, being a wife and homemaker, and serving in our church, but I wanted a little something more. I wanted to help people. I tried some home-based direct sales businesses, but nothing fit. One I tried, promised to help people to preserve their memories, and another was to help women improve their skin, promoting a positive self esteem. Though both companies are good, I am not a sales person and it wasn’t right for me. I was always nervous, stressed out… nuts! So, I gave up and I stopped looking for that something more. Then Karen asked me to do this and I of course said yes.
During the birth, I felt so close to God… He was there. I didn’t want to let her down so I kept praying that I would be all she needed me to be. He was there and it was amazing.
When I looked into the certification process, there happened to be a class 3 weeks away. I signed up and the process began. I learned later, that those classes are only offered once or twice a year. What great timing…. one might say. I say, GO GOD!!
I really feel His hand leading me. I am not nervous or scared about this adventure. No insecurities. Just excitement!
Check out my website at www.thedoulachick.com
Be Blessed!!!
