More of my journey so far...

So far, in this journey, I have been to 17 births.  I have attended some as an assistant to a midwife and the rest as a doula in the hospital.   I currently have a contract with the hospital to work with the teens through the PET program (Pregnancy Education for Teens).   I had wanted to work with teens even before I became a doula but didn't know how I would get the word out.  (I was a teen mom myself.)  In April I received a call from the previous doula for teens asking if I would consider doing it.  Funny thing is, I had to think it over.  As I prayed, I remembered the strong desire on my heart two years earlier.  I love how God works!  HE gave me the desire first and then dropped the opportunity in my lap.  I often wonder how I am going to fit being a midwife's apprentice in with doula-ing for teens, but then I remember that He is in control and will make a way.  Who knows what he has planned?  I will just follow as He leads.   I began working with teens because I remember being a teen mom.  I wanted to bless them and give them a good start by helping them during the birth of their child.  Funny thing is, I am the one being blessed!  These girls are amazing and stronger than they know.  I have been proud of every one of them!  It is an honor to assist them and to keep them in my prayers.