Culturally safe, faith-based, and inclusive of all choices birth education – your journey, your way with trust in Allah SWT

Sakinah Birth Education

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How is Sakinah Birth Education different?

A 5-hour workshop facilitated by

Shathi Bee (Registered Midwife and Childbirth Educator) and Gess Adana (Doula and Birth Mindset Coach)

What You'll Learn

Understanding Birth - Explore the stages of pregnancy, labour, and birth, and discover how your body is beautifully designed to work through the process.

Informed Choices - Learn how to navigate interventions, use decision-making tools with confidence, and create a solid birth map that reflects your values and wishes.

Mindset & Spiritual Connection - Cultivate deep confidence and trust in your body, with an Islamic perspective woven throughout to nourish your heart and spirit.

Breathing & Movement - Get hands-on practice with breathing techniques and positions designed to support you through labour and birth.

Breastfeeding & Newborn Care - Feel prepared and confident for the early days, with practical guidance on feeding and essential newborn care.

Postpartum Recovery - Set yourself up for a supported fourth trimester — with a focus on rest, healing, and building your village.

Our Framework

Birth with Purpose

Birth with purpose begins with intention. Beyond a healthy mum and baby, it’s about getting clear on how you want to feel, be supported, and experience your birth.

Understand Evidence-Based Information

Learn how your body works, how to navigate the maternity system, and what options are available to you. You’ll be equipped with clear, evidence-based information so you can make informed, confident decisions about your care.

Inner-Personal Work

Knowledge is only powerful when you act on it. Together, we explore what may be holding you back from making decisions that align with your values and goals. This introspective work is an essential part of preparing for a confident and empowered birth

Surrender to God only

After preparing to the best of your ability, you place your trust in Allah’s plan. You’ll learn how to release control, find peace in His decree, and surrender to the process He has perfectly designed.

  • Great course that blends both medical and holistic perspective. I think having both a doula and midwife was really unique and allowed me to ask questions both about what to at hospital etc.

    - Abdi (Sakinah Birth attendee)

  • Learning about expectations in the hospital when giving birth and knowing what you are allowed to ask for and say no to, was super helpful.

    Veronica (Sakinah Birth attendee)

  • Knowledge is important, but also your understanding of your inner self as well as taqwa in Allah is the key to an empowering pregnancy and labour

    Emily (Sakinah Birth attendee)