Monika ana Shelby - Birth & Postpartum Doula

About Monika ana

Greetings to you all! My name is Ana and I am a Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator, Breastfeeding Counselor & Student Midwife located in the Kansas City Metro Area. I believe education in this field is continuous, not just from all the various certifications alone but from experience in how to lovingly handle the range of possible outcomes of birth. The perinatal time is precious as it cannot be recreated. It is the foundation on which the family's future healing is built, and careful empathetic care during that time can positively influence the way the family heals and integrates. Thus, I help my clients discover what they want and facilitate learning & a plan to accomplish it. My services are designed and tailored on an individual basis, specific to each unique pregnancy and desired birth experience. Embracing the whole and not just the parts to offer you the support you need to birth as you choose and to help you facilitate the right atmosphere for a calm & peaceful birth.

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Congratulations on this beautiful journey! My name is Monika, and I provide holistic childbirth wellness services rooted in education, advocacy, and compassionate care. My goal is to support you in creating a birth & postpartum experience that feels safe, informed, and uniquely yours—whether at home or in the hospital, medicated or non-medicated. Services may include: + prenatal and postpartum support visits + birth plan guidance + continuous labor support + childbirth classes + birth rights education & advocacy + partner/father integration & support + breastfeeding counseling + nurturing care like aromatherapy, massage, yoga, & nutritional guidance + birth pool rentals Whether you’re preparing for your first baby or adding to your growing family, I am here to walk alongside you with knowledge, comfort, and encouragement—so you feel empowered, cared for & truly supported every step of the way.

Reviews for Monika Ana Shelby

5.0 1 review

5.0

February 17, 2026

The service that I looked over and read about is exactly what I recieved! She took her time explaining things to me wether it was options in health care or what things I could eat to better my health and also things high in nutrients that are needed for me and baby. She was super helpful with assisting me ensure all my questions and some I didnt think to ask were asked while at the doctor appointments. She helped me figure out a successful birth plan and sent me information (videos, articles, slideshows) as well to help me better understand why a birth plan is so important. Overall will definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and helpful doula.

— Ariel W.

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

Birth & Postpartum Doula Certification (2020)
Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Certification (2024)
Prenatal Yoga Certification (2019)

Education

Bachelor of Science in Accounting (2012)
Master of Science in Financial Mathematics (2015)

Memberships and affiliations

Missouri Community Doula Council

Languages

English

Specialties

Aromatherapy Babywearing Belly Binding Birth Assistant Birth Doula Birth Support Bodywork Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Breastfeeding Consultation Breastfeeding Support Childbirth Education Evidence-Based Care Healthy Eating Herbal Postpartum Care Home Birth Keeping Fit Labor Doula Massage Mindfulness Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Nutritional Counseling Pain Management Pelvic Floor Therapy Postnatal Yoga Postpartum Care Postpartum Chef Postpartum Doula Care Prenatal Yoga Relaxation Techniques Self-Integration Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Vaginal Steam Water birth Yoga