— founder of Mana Mama, a postpartum support space created from both the beauty and challenges of my own journey into motherhood.

Becoming a mother transformed me in ways I never expected. Like many women, I entered pregnancy and postpartum carrying the belief that women are simply meant to “bounce back” — that because birth and breastfeeding are natural, they should come naturally and easily. While some parts did, many parts did not.

Motherhood asked me to slow down, dig deep within myself, and learn the true rhythms of the female body, mind, and spirit. Through my own healing and growth, I became deeply passionate about supporting women through this sacred and often overwhelming season of life.

As I learned more about postpartum recovery, breastfeeding and lactation, emotional wellness, baby blues versus postpartum depression, nourishment, natural remedies, and newborn care, I found myself naturally becoming a source of support for the mothers around me. Friends, family, and other women began turning to me for guidance, encouragement, and practical support — and I saw firsthand the difference compassionate, informed care could make in a mother’s life.

That passion eventually led me to complete my DONA postpartum doula training so I could support women professionally and more intentionally. I truly believe this calling was placed on my heart by the Lord — to help mothers feel seen, supported, nourished, and never alone in their transition into motherhood.

Through Mana Mama, my hope is to create a space where mothers feel held emotionally, physically, and spiritually — with grounded, nurturing care that honors both the mother and the family as a whole.

Whether you are seeking practical postpartum support, breastfeeding guidance, emotional encouragement, or simply someone to walk alongside you during this season, you are welcome here.