
Birthing Ourselves Anew: Transitions, Intuition & the Power of Community
Sherella and Keshara discussed transitions, unlearning societal conditioning, and reconnecting with one's true essence and purpose. They also explored Keshara's journey as a birth doula, the importance of community and support during pregnancy and childbirth, and the need for self-awareness and intuition in navigating medical systems. The conversation also touched on the importance of self-care, community, and support in navigating the challenges of childbirth and loss and the role of a birth worker in providing education, empowerment, and postpartum support.About Sista KesharaKeshara is a birth worker, herbalist, Registered Nurse, and Returning Home, LLC founder from Baltimore, MD. She completed Sumi’s Touch All Black Doula Training in Spring 2021 and soon began supporting pregnant women in her local community. Keshara is a full-spectrum doula, which means she provides support during pregnancy, labor & birth, the postpartum period, and times of loss. In 2020, Keshara began her journey of studying herbalism to support herself and her community through healing with plant medicine. She currently works as a Community Health Nurse in Baltimore, where she conducts home visits to provide support and resources to families who recently had a baby. Keshara aspires to become a midwife and plans to travel the world to learn from traditional midwives.
You can follow Keshara's work at www.Returninghomedoula.com or email her at Returninghomedoula@gmail.com. She's also
@returninghomedoula on Instagram.
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