About Me

Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula & Childbirth Educator

What is a Doula?

Birth and postpartum doulas are trained support professionals who helps families during childbirth and in the early weeks after a baby is born. A birth doula provides continuous emotional, physical, and informational support during labor and delivery, offering comfort measures such as breathing techniques, position changes, and massage while helping parents understand their options. A postpartum doula supports families at home after birth by assisting with newborn care, feeding support, emotional recovery, light household tasks, and overall guidance as parents adjust to life with a new baby. While they do not provide medical care, doulas focus on comfort, confidence, and practical support.

Why did I become a doula?

My journey to becoming a doula began after the birth of my son. I did not have the knowledge or skills that a doula can offer, and it led me to being abused by an already broken system. My voice was ignored, and I nearly lost my life in the process. I carried heavy trauma after my birth, and my postpartum journey was very painful. I knew there had to be more to birth than this.

 

I began to research pregnancy, physiological birth and what the process of birth should look like- raw, undisturbed, and autonomous. A birth space full of peace and calm, surrounded by your most trusted loved ones; and most importantly, allowing you to trust your body and what it was created to do. I became well informed of all possible interventions and the benefits/risks associated with them.

 

I felt a deep sense of empowerment that guided me through my second pregnancy and birth; the birth of my daughter. I had a faith-filled home birth, just my husband and midwife at my side. It was an experience that was free from the abuses and trauma that too often define women’s experience in today’s system. In that moment, the trauma of my son’s birth was redeemed.

 

My heart and passion is to help women reclaim pregnancy and birth. I will walk alongside you in your journey. I will advocate for you, and I will ensure you are respected and treated with bodily autonomy. I will make sure you have full informed consent for whatever you choose. Together we will create a birth plan that aligns with your vision; whether it be home, birth center or hospital, and I will support you from pregnancy to postpartum. I cannot wait to witness you step into motherhood with power and respect.

 

Let's work together to help you have the birth you have always dreamed of!

Ready to Connect?

I'm here to answer your questions and provide the support you need. Reach out to schedule a free consultation and let's discuss how I can help you have a positive and empowering birth experience with Knitted In Grace Doula Care!

"Tiana is AMAZING! She helped provide so much information and support throughout my pregnancy and advocated for my wishes to be followed during the birth of my son. It was helpful to know she was there if I had questions or was worried about something."

- Kenna B.

"I have been so blessed to have Tiana as a doula and a friend! I have used her in all my pregnancies. I am currently about to have my fourth baby and Tiana has helped me in so many ways."

- Sarah W.