About Mariya – Holistic Doula & Space Holder

Guiding Women Back to Themselves Through Birth

Hi, I’m Mariya — a mother, Sobadora, bodyworker, and birthkeeper passionate about helping women reclaim the sacred rite of passage that is childbirth.

With years of experience supporting women in hospitals, homes, and birth centers, I bring a unique fusion of traditional healing practices, evidence-based education, and deep intuitive care. My work honors both the primal power of birth and the gentle art of surrender.

Why I Became a Doula

My journey began after my first birth — an experience that was meant to be transformative, but became traumatic due to the actions of those who should have supported me. That day lit a fire in me. I dove deep into the world of birthwork to understand what went wrong and how I could help others avoid what I went through.

I became a doula to protect that sacred space for others. But over time, I realized birth isn’t about fighting the system — it’s about remembering your power. My mission now is to help women prepare not with armor, but with trust, knowledge, and connection to their bodies.

What Sets My Practice Apart

• Ceremonial & Holistic Roots: I weave in elements like Sobaderismo, Rebozo techniques, sacred birth rituals, and energy work for those who desire a deeper, spiritual connection to the process.
• Real & Relatable: Whether you’re lighting candles and pulling oracle cards or just want to get through contractions with breath and focus, you’ll feel seen, supported, and never judged.
• Rooted in Body Wisdom: I combine hands-on experience with Spinning Babies, massage therapy training, Reiki, and years of doula training to provide holistic and practical support. 

Who I Serve

I specialize in home births and birth center deliveries for families seeking a calm, grounded, and minimally interventive birth experience. If you’re planning a hospital birth, I offer education and resources, or I can refer you to another doula I trust deeply.

Training & Experience

• DONA International training (2020)
• The Lauterstein-Conway Massage School (2022)Certified Hypno-Doula (Birth People) (2023)
• Spinning Babies & Body Balancing Techniques (2023)
  
• Reiki Practitioner (2025)
• 5+ years hands-on experience with over 100 births
• Ongoing commitment to ancestral wisdom and continuing education

My Philosophy

Birth isn’t something to conquer — it’s something to embody. I don’t believe you need to “prove” your strength or spiritual depth. Whether you're drawn to sage smoke or spreadsheets, this is about tuning into your truth, honoring your instincts, and birthing in your power.

Everything you need is already inside you. I’m here to help you remember that.