Embracing your journey with compassion & care.
Hi, I'm Ajoa!
My passion is supporting families through pregnancy, birth and beyond.
As a young mother, pregnancy was a major milestone that was filled with an array of emotions. I learned a lot about the importance of your support system in the early moments of motherhood. From my happiest times to some daunting ones, I was never short of a helping hand or open heart. I am forever grateful for my village that gave me the confidence to push through my most challenging moments in early motherhood. Since having my first child, I have always wanted to be that helping hand to other families as well.
I now have four children who are a daily reminder of my greatest accomplishments.
It is an honor to be part of your first "welcome team" during delivery as a labor doula and continue that role as a cheerleader during those first few months while getting to know you're newest family member. As a full spectrum doula, I provide services in the following areas:
- Fertility
- Pregnancy
- Labor & Delivery
- Postpartum
- Lactation
- Miscarriage & Infant Loss
Professional Information
- Certified Postpartum Doula (Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association)
- Certified Labor Doula
- Certified Meditation Instructor
- New Parent Educator
- Certified Lactation Counselor (Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice)
- Fertility Advocate
- PAIL (Pregnancy and Infant Loss) Advocate
- Bachelor of Science in Family and Child Sciences (Florida State University
- Early Childhood Education & Development Credential (Department of Children and Families)
According to the American Pregnancy Association, statistics have shown that the presence of a doula has been proven to; result in an overall pleasant birth experience, decrease the need for medical intervention via a cesarean section (50%), shorten the length of labor (25%), decrease the need for an epidural (60%) just to name a few.
A doula provides additional support and allows the family members, spouses, and partners the ability to fully experience the moments of the birth. As your doula, making sure you are fully informed before birth is essential to creating the birth experience you desire. Though some things may not always go according to plan but according to nature I aim to empower you to fully embrace the moment to have a positive birth experience.
During Active Labor, I will provide a calming environment that allows you to focus and remain present during the birthing process. I will present a number of calming techniques and relief measures including breathwork, aromatherapy, meditation, massage etc.
After those initial first few moments with you baby, I will implement a postpartum plan as discussed with you prior to delivery. The goal is to foster a nurturing and supportive environment entering this Fourth Trimester, allowing you to fully experience the delicate transition to your new normal. It's my joy to bring you peace of mind and encouragement during our time together.
