Welcome to Strong Like a Mother Doulas! I am Semonna, the Owner and CEO. I am a wife to my incredible husband Jared, and mother of two amazing boys, Isaac and Benjamin. We currently live in Michigan with our golden retriever Millie Grace.
My path to becoming a doula was a little more unconventional some would say. I began my journey as an eager student ready to change the world. I graduated from Michigan State University in 2008 with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication, and then in 2012 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Oakland University’s Accelerated Second Degree Nursing program. I began working at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor Michigan and had the privilege of helping countless families bring babies into the world while there. Recently, I decided to leave the hospital setting to become a birth worker in another capacity. I completed my Postpartum and infant care training with ProDoula in 2022.
My passion for moms and babies really blossomed at the Von Voigtlander Women’s Hospital in Ann Arbor. It was incredible being able to help so many moms and babies from so many different cultures and communities. It wasn’t until my own postpartum experience with my second son that I realized the need for additional maternal resources. This truly sparked my postpartum doula journey.
As a nurse and doula, I believe every parent deserves compassionate, nonjudgmental support rooted in evidence-based care. Parenthood is not one-size-fits-all, and my goal is to empower you with knowledge, confidence, and personalized guidance—no matter your choices or circumstances.
Whether you're planning for birth, navigating postpartum, or learning newborn care, I provide unbiased, up-to-date information so you can make informed decisions that feel right for you and your family. With me, you’ll find a safe, supportive space where your voice is heard, your choices are respected, and your journey is honored every step of the way.
I continue to keep all of my license(s) and certifications up to date, including my nursing license and BLS (basic life support) certification which includes CPR and AED training.
BSN, RN.
There is nothing more sacred than being invited into one of the most profound moments of a family's life. As a birth nurse and doula, I have the rare privilege of standing at the intersection of science and soul — where medical knowledge meets raw human emotion, and where every breath, every push, and every first cry carries the weight of something truly miraculous. I don't just witness new life entering the world; I witness people stepping into entirely new versions of themselves. That honor never gets old. It is, without question, the greatest gift of my calling."