My Doula Micah - My Birth, My Baby, My Life

Alright everybody! It’s audience participation time. Micah has an idea for her show that will encourage more interaction from her listeners. Hop onto this quick episode and then voice your feedback! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

This phrase was born out of a conversation between Micah and one of the clients she mentors. Kalynn was asking a question, expressing a concern and looking for advice. When she finished she ended the message with, “Okay Micah, Doula Me”. Hop on this episode to find out how Micah is using that phrase to explore all the ways she can support, help, mentor, teach and get involved in the lives of her l...

If you’re a small business owner in the service industry, this one is for you. Micah is thrilled to be sharing her number go-to tip on getting good traction for acquiring clients. You might be surprised how simple this approach really is. Join us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://...

Whether you are a Doula being interviewed by a potential client or an expecting parent trying to find the best fit, this conversation is an excellent guide for conducting a consultation. Micah will be talking to both parties, teaching each one what’s important to cover, good questions and how to connect. Don’t miss this one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privac...

Micah is continuing the conversation started on her 100th episode about “passions”. Today, she shares what she considers to be the most important things for her as a doula. She’s challenging any doulas listening to really think about how you’re supporting your clients and if you’re leaving your own agenda at the door. Expecting parents will get so much out of this episode as Micah encourages you t...

It's Micah's 100th episode and she's talking about the few things in her life that she's truly passionate about. She shares her journey about how she has learned to operate within her passions, and challenges her listeners to discover and walk in theirs. Micah conveys how important it is to be authentic and focused, and hones in on the specific motivations of what drives all of us to bring our pas...

Most of the time, you and your partner prepare for the birth you want to have. What happens when things change and you get thrown a curveball? Or two? Or three? Is your piece gone? Does your hope die for that positive birth experience? Join Micah and her guests, Lauren and Jonathan Olivarez, as they dive into the birth of their first born. Listen to the process and the perspective as things shifte...

Are you still on the fence about hiring a doula for your birth? In this episode, Micah and her guest, Robin, give you front-row seats to all three of Robin’s births. You will hear about special memories, challenging moments, and hilarious situations. This episode is packed with information and tips that would help anyone considering a more natural, childbirth, friendly experience. It will become v...

One of the most common mistakes a new doula can make is treating their doula business like a traditional business. Advertising, marketing and promoting your business in the traditional ways can end up delaying your success in your doula career. In Micah’s mentorship, she covers why these traditional techniques are not as effective in our unique, service industry. She gives away all of what she did...

Did you know that 98% of women in the United States will deliver their baby in a hospital? Why is this an impactful statistic for doulas? In this episode, Micah shares her passion and conviction about doulas being able to confidently support an expecting family within a hospital setting. There’s a difference in supporting in this environment as opposed to a home birth or birthing center. If you’re...

This is a continuation of what it means to be mentored and what Micah’s Mentorship entails. This week Micah stresses the importance of truly representing who you are and what you bring to the table for your local area. If you’re not confident, then you won’t be attracting the right clientele for your services. Are you ready to feel more energized, focused, and supported? Go to https://zen.ai/mydou...

In the next few episodes, Micah is answering some questions about her new passion and why she has chosen to focus full-time on helping doulas all over the country. “Why have you chosen mentorship over training?” “What are you bringing to the table that is different?” “Who will benefit from your program?” These are just a few examples of the topics Micah will be covering to bring clarity for new or...

This is a question many women have after giving birth but most aren’t asking. There are many obstacles to overcome and it’s sometimes hard to navigate - especially now that you have a baby to care for as well. This very vulnerable topic requires attention and in this episode, Micah gets very practical on how to keep your sex life alive. Are you ready to feel more energized, focused, and supported?...

What if doulas, L&D nurses, OBs & midwives all worked TOGETHER to help bring the most positive birth experience possible for a laboring mama? In this episode, I’m being interviewed by my friend, Kelly Hof who is an L&D nurse and we share the same vision of teamwork in the birthing room. I’m telling you, this approach to supporting a family is extremely beneficial during childbirth. On...

What do you get when a neuroscientist and a doula collide? Greer Shelby! This is such a fascinating episode as the author of The Nurture Revolution shares her wisdom on the importance of early infant-parent connection. Micah’s guest is passionate about educating all birth workers & parents on the science behind the lasting effect nurturing has on the brain starting in the infant years and last...

On this episode, Micah flips the script as she is interviewed by Erika Wirth on The Crunchy Mom Podcast Club. There is a great discussion about Micah’s book, The Humor in Birth. During this interview, Micah has the opportunity to share why she chose to highlight this aspect of childbirth. Why are these lighthearted, enjoyable, humorous moments worth mentioning? Micah goes into great detail about e...

The journey for most couples who struggle with infertility is long and painful. Last week, Micah started her conversation with Dawn Williams, author of Free to Conceive. She shared openly and honestly and is back with the exciting conclusion of her story. This is an episode that deserves being shared, so please, allow others to benefit from this impactful interview. Are you ready to feel more ener...

This is another one of those topics that does not seem to get enough attention. One in every six couples deals with infertility. Micah’s guest, Dawn Williams, is sharing with us her unbelievable and difficult journey with her struggle to conceive. We’re glad you’re here and hope it’s beneficial for you or someone you love. Are you ready to feel more energized, focused, and supported? Go to https:/...

DO NOT MISS THIS ONE! Micah is taking vulnerability and transparency to a whole new level. This episode is gonna shake things up and hopefully tear things down like fear, loneliness and insecurity. If you or a loved one suffers from a mental illness then this might be the encouragement you need to move forward in health. PLEASE, if you’re ever going to share an episode, this is the one! Are you re...

Recently, Micah took a poll asking, “What’s harder, pregnancy, childbirth, or postpartum?” The response was eye-opening because it wasn’t even close. Postpartum days won by a landslide. Many of the women who answered commented that those were some of the darkest days they’ve ever had. One concern was that it’s just not being talked about enough. So, Micah wants to dedicate this episode to all the...

We just celebrated Mother’s Day and Micah has “Moms” on the brain. There are so many different topics that could be covered when highlighting this people group. At 52 years old, Micah is aware of her own journey as a mom, how many different seasons of life she has passed through and how different they all look. In this episode, Micah touches on the very specific season of life that every mom liste...

What’s the difference in a certified and a non-certified doula? What do the different trainings mean for a doula? What qualifies as “experience” and what’s the best way for a doula to acquire that? And what does it look like to be mentored? These are all valid questions and in this episode, Micah tries to cover it all. Micah is also excited to announce her new online mentorship program for doulas!...

Are you expecting parents looking into doula services and wondering what typically comes in a doula package? Are you interested in becoming a doula and are curious what others offer in their doula services? Micah breaks down the different options, specialties and why she offers what she does in her doula package. This is another look at what’s involved in being a doula. Learn more about your ad ch...

Micah has been helping many doulas recently and she gets asked a lot, “What does doula life look like?”. In this episode she goes into detail on what it means to be on-call. This is one of the most unique parts of a doula career and it’s not for everyone. If you’re a doula, listen in and see if being on-call for every client 24/7, 3-4 weeks will fit your life style. If you’re an expecting parent,...

Micah‘s guest in the studio is a repeat client. Kelsey‘s story is not only amazing but tons of fun! Her jaw dropping experience of “Oh! Hello Baby!” is another wonderful example of a natural hospital birth. Join this inspiring conversation and enjoy being entertained as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californ...