Birth stories
We were really on the fence with whether or not we would use a doula but so happy we did. Our experience with Shadi as our doula was one I’ll always remember. I truly don’t know if I would’ve gotten through it without her, natural and unmedicated.
From the very beginning she helped set the tone with us and with our delivery room. I loved the essential oils because they calmed me and the space. She was there every step of the way to reassure me with what was going on with my body and reminded me to breathe with her as I needed. She also assisted my husband in supporting me as well when needed.
When contractions got hard, she was quick to suggest different positions and movements to help labor along, always by my side with massage and counter pressure. I’ll always be grateful for her in this experience bringing our baby into the world. She’ll always be known as Auntie Shadi ❤️
Courtney
We were really on the fence with whether or not we would use a doula but so happy we did. Our experience with Shadi as our doula was one I’ll always remember. I truly don’t know if I would’ve gotten through it without her, natural and unmedicated.
From the very beginning she helped set the tone with us and with our delivery room. I loved the essential oils because they calmed me and the space. She was there every step of the way to reassure me with what was going on with my body and reminded me to breathe with her as I needed. She also assisted my husband in supporting me as well when needed.
When contractions got hard, she was quick to suggest different positions and movements to help labor along, always by my side with massage and counter pressure. I’ll always be grateful for her in this experience bringing our baby into the world. She’ll always be known as Auntie Shadi ❤️
Courtney
I was referred to Shadi by my midwife and from our very first virtual meeting, I felt an instant connection with her. Throughout my labor, her calming presence, encouragement, and use of breathing techniques and birthing tools helped me stay focused and strong.
In the toughest moments, she reminded me to trust myself and keep going. I truly don’t know how I would’ve gotten through it without her. After coming home, Shadi continued to be a resource for us and checked in on us periodically. Shadi will always be a special part of our birth story.
Marilyn
I was referred to Shadi by my midwife and from our very first virtual meeting, I felt an instant connection with her. Throughout my labor, her calming presence, encouragement, and use of breathing techniques and birthing tools helped me stay focused and strong.
In the toughest moments, she reminded me to trust myself and keep going. I truly don’t know how I would’ve gotten through it without her. After coming home, Shadi continued to be a resource for us and checked in on us periodically. Shadi will always be a special part of our birth story.
Marilyn
We can’t thank Shadi enough for being there as our doula when we welcomed our first baby boy! From our first meeting, it was clear she wasn’t just knowledgeable but genuinely passionate about her work.
Her support and encouragement made all the difference, particularly her expertise in natural pain management techniques, which empowered me during labor and helped me feel more confident. She guided us through various coping methods that transformed a tough experience into something manageable.
Shadi’s warmth and kindness stood out as she took the time to know us and our concerns, ensuring our birthing experience was just right. Her calming presence turned a potentially stressful day into a beautiful memory for our family, and it’s clear she’s meant to do this. Her supportive spirit made us feel truly cared for, and if you’re looking for a doula who will go the extra mile to make your birthing experience amazing, I can’t recommend Shadi enough. Thank you for helping us welcome our little one with so much love and care!”
Lauren
We can’t thank Shadi enough for being there as our doula when we welcomed our first baby boy! From our first meeting, it was clear she wasn’t just knowledgeable but genuinely passionate about her work.
Her support and encouragement made all the difference, particularly her expertise in natural pain management techniques, which empowered me during labor and helped me feel more confident. She guided us through various coping methods that transformed a tough experience into something manageable.
Shadi’s warmth and kindness stood out as she took the time to know us and our concerns, ensuring our birthing experience was just right. Her calming presence turned a potentially stressful day into a beautiful memory for our family, and it’s clear she’s meant to do this. Her supportive spirit made us feel truly cared for, and if you’re looking for a doula who will go the extra mile to make your birthing experience amazing, I can’t recommend Shadi enough. Thank you for helping us welcome our little one with so much love and care!”
Lauren
Shadi is AWESOME! Choosing Shadi as my birth doula was one of the best decisions I made in preparing for a positive birth experience. She provided exactly the physical and emotional support I needed, teaching me pain-management techniques and bringing a spirit of calm strength to the entire process.
The hospital staff absolutely loved her, too! Shadi stayed by my side throughout labor and delivery and quickly became a true friend. Having her as our doula allowed my husband and me to stay peaceful and fully present in the moment.
Meg
Shadi is AWESOME! Choosing Shadi as my birth doula was one of the best decisions I made in preparing for a positive birth experience. She provided exactly the physical and emotional support I needed, teaching me pain-management techniques and bringing a spirit of calm strength to the entire process.
The hospital staff absolutely loved her, too! Shadi stayed by my side throughout labor and delivery and quickly became a true friend. Having her as our doula allowed my husband and me to stay peaceful and fully present in the moment.
Meg
Shadi is literally heaven sent. I don’t know if I would have been able to make it through my labor and delivery without her. She made me feel safe in the most vulnerable state of my entire life and I can’t thank her enough for it.
Not only was she there for me, but she made me feel seen and understood as if we were friends for a very long time. She made me feel 100% comfortable since the very beginning, she listened to my concerns and advocated for me, her breathing techniques were so helpful, and she supported my decisions without making me feel judged.
I will never forget the experience that she gave me and I will definitely go back to her for my future pregnancies. You will not regret having her as your doula. She is the absolute best.”
Julie
Shadi is literally heaven sent. I don’t know if I would have been able to make it through my labor and delivery without her. She made me feel safe in the most vulnerable state of my entire life and I can’t thank her enough for it.
Not only was she there for me, but she made me feel seen and understood as if we were friends for a very long time. She made me feel 100% comfortable since the very beginning, she listened to my concerns and advocated for me, her breathing techniques were so helpful, and she supported my decisions without making me feel judged.
I will never forget the experience that she gave me and I will definitely go back to her for my future pregnancies. You will not regret having her as your doula. She is the absolute best.”
Julie
I honestly don’t know how I would have gotten through my birth experience without Shadi! From the very first meeting, she brought a calming, supportive presence and made me feel truly seen and heard. Her knowledge, compassion, and steady guidance helped me feel confident, empowered, and prepared every step of the way.
During labor, she was a rock—keeping me grounded with her encouragement, helping me manage pain naturally, and being a strong advocate for my birth preferences. She worked seamlessly alongside my partner and medical team, creating a peaceful and respectful environment that allowed me to focus inward.
What I appreciated most was how she held space emotionally—not just during labor, but also before and after birth. She checked in often, answered all my (many!) questions, and helped me process the entire experience with so much care.
If you’re looking for someone who brings heart, wisdom, and unwavering support to your birth journey, I can’t recommend Shadi enough. She’s truly a gift.
Christina & Johnson
I honestly don’t know how I would have gotten through my birth experience without Shadi! From the very first meeting, she brought a calming, supportive presence and made me feel truly seen and heard. Her knowledge, compassion, and steady guidance helped me feel confident, empowered, and prepared every step of the way.
During labor, she was a rock—keeping me grounded with her encouragement, helping me manage pain naturally, and being a strong advocate for my birth preferences. She worked seamlessly alongside my partner and medical team, creating a peaceful and respectful environment that allowed me to focus inward.
What I appreciated most was how she held space emotionally—not just during labor, but also before and after birth. She checked in often, answered all my (many!) questions, and helped me process the entire experience with so much care.
If you’re looking for someone who brings heart, wisdom, and unwavering support to your birth journey, I can’t recommend Shadi enough. She’s truly a gift.
Christina & Johnson
I am so grateful for the incredible support Shadi provided during my birth. From the very beginning, she was attentive, calm, and reassuring, which made me feel confident and cared for throughout the entire process. With her guidance, I was able to have the unmedicated birth I hoped for.
Shadi offered suggestions for labor positions which helped me stay comfortable and keep labor progressing. Her counter pressure techniques were amazing and brought needed relief during contractions. Beyond the physical support, her presence brought me the peace of mind knowing that I could lean on her experience.
I can’t recommend her enough to anyone looking for a doula who is both knowledgeable and deeply compassionate.
Brooke
I am so grateful for the incredible support Shadi provided during my birth. From the very beginning, she was attentive, calm, and reassuring, which made me feel confident and cared for throughout the entire process. With her guidance, I was able to have the unmedicated birth I hoped for.
Shadi offered suggestions for labor positions which helped me stay comfortable and keep labor progressing. Her counter pressure techniques were amazing and brought needed relief during contractions. Beyond the physical support, her presence brought me the peace of mind knowing that I could lean on her experience.
I can’t recommend her enough to anyone looking for a doula who is both knowledgeable and deeply compassionate.
Brooke
There are really not enough words to thank you for your incredible support in bringing our sweet baby girl into the world. Your presence, calm energy, and unwavering encouragement were exactly what I needed throughout this birthing experience.
Your breathing techniques and use of birthing tools made such a difference. I honestly don’t know how I would have gotten through it all without you by my side. You helped me stay grounded, strong, and focused during the challenging moments where I wanted to give up.
Thank you a million times for being such an essential part of our birth story. We are forever grateful for you! 💕
Colette
There are really not enough words to thank you for your incredible support in bringing our sweet baby girl into the world. Your presence, calm energy, and unwavering encouragement were exactly what I needed throughout this birthing experience.
Your breathing techniques and use of birthing tools made such a difference. I honestly don’t know how I would have gotten through it all without you by my side. You helped me stay grounded, strong, and focused during the challenging moments where I wanted to give up.
Thank you a million times for being such an essential part of our birth story. We are forever grateful for you! 💕
Colette
As first-time parents without any family nearby, having Shadi by our side during labor was truly invaluable. Her calm presence, positive energy, and deep expertise helped us navigate unexpected challenges and shifts in our birth preferences with confidence. What could easily have become a traumatic experience instead felt gentle, supported, and grounded.
From our very first conversation, Shadi took the time to understand our hopes and needs, always making sure we felt informed and empowered in every decision. Throughout birth she made us feel safe, seen, and cared for.
We couldn’t be more grateful to have had Shadi with us on one of the most beautiful and challenging days of our lives. Any family would be lucky to have her as their doula.
Thais:
"I wanted to thank you again for all the support, the way you cheered all throughout the process and made me feel comfortable with the changes of plans. You’re truly born to be a doula and we were so lucky to have you by our side ❤️"
Victor:
“Hi Shadi, thank you doesn’t seem like enough to express how grateful I am that you were our doula. You were truly a lifesaver.
Your presence, expertise, and guidance made all the difference. Having you there gave me the peace of mind to focus completely on Thais throughout the entire process. I especially appreciated your deep knowledge and calm confidence, as well as your wonderfully kind attitude and encouraging words for Thais. We honestly couldn’t have had a better person by our side for such a powerful and special moment. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts."
Thais & Victor
As first-time parents without any family nearby, having Shadi by our side during labor was truly invaluable. Her calm presence, positive energy, and deep expertise helped us navigate unexpected challenges and shifts in our birth preferences with confidence. What could easily have become a traumatic experience instead felt gentle, supported, and grounded.
From our very first conversation, Shadi took the time to understand our hopes and needs, always making sure we felt informed and empowered in every decision. Throughout birth she made us feel safe, seen, and cared for.
We couldn’t be more grateful to have had Shadi with us on one of the most beautiful and challenging days of our lives. Any family would be lucky to have her as their doula.
Thais:
"I wanted to thank you again for all the support, the way you cheered all throughout the process and made me feel comfortable with the changes of plans. You’re truly born to be a doula and we were so lucky to have you by our side ❤️"
Victor:
“Hi Shadi, thank you doesn’t seem like enough to express how grateful I am that you were our doula. You were truly a lifesaver.
Your presence, expertise, and guidance made all the difference. Having you there gave me the peace of mind to focus completely on Thais throughout the entire process. I especially appreciated your deep knowledge and calm confidence, as well as your wonderfully kind attitude and encouraging words for Thais. We honestly couldn’t have had a better person by our side for such a powerful and special moment. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts."
Thais & Victor
From our very first meeting, it was clear that Shadi was exactly who we needed. Her calm, confident presence and deep passion for her work immediately put us at ease, and we felt supported before labor began.
I had hoped for an unmedicated birth, and I can honestly say it would not have been possible without Shadi. When we arrived at the hospital, she confidently set the tone- dimming the lights, quieting the room, and ensuring every detail of my birth plan was honored. She created a peaceful, grounding space where I felt safe and focused.
Throughout nearly eight hours of labor, Shadi was unwavering. She provided constant counter-pressure on my hips, never leaving my side, and when I reached moments where I truly didn’t think I could continue, she gave me the encouragement, strength, and belief I needed to keep going. Just as importantly, she empowered my husband to be an active, confident, and supportive birthing partner, which made the experience even more meaningful for both of us.
Shadi is nurturing, intuitive, and incredibly strong in the way every laboring mother needs. We are endlessly grateful for her support and would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a doula who will advocate fiercely, care deeply, and hold you through one of the most powerful moments of your life.
Kelli
From our very first meeting, it was clear that Shadi was exactly who we needed. Her calm, confident presence and deep passion for her work immediately put us at ease, and we felt supported before labor began.
I had hoped for an unmedicated birth, and I can honestly say it would not have been possible without Shadi. When we arrived at the hospital, she confidently set the tone- dimming the lights, quieting the room, and ensuring every detail of my birth plan was honored. She created a peaceful, grounding space where I felt safe and focused.
Throughout nearly eight hours of labor, Shadi was unwavering. She provided constant counter-pressure on my hips, never leaving my side, and when I reached moments where I truly didn’t think I could continue, she gave me the encouragement, strength, and belief I needed to keep going. Just as importantly, she empowered my husband to be an active, confident, and supportive birthing partner, which made the experience even more meaningful for both of us.
Shadi is nurturing, intuitive, and incredibly strong in the way every laboring mother needs. We are endlessly grateful for her support and would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a doula who will advocate fiercely, care deeply, and hold you through one of the most powerful moments of your life.
Kelli
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© 2026 Shadi Strand
© 2026 Shadi Strand
© 2026 Shadi Strand
© 2026 Shadi Strand