Skip to content (Press Enter)
info@doulajohanna.com
  • Johanna recommends
  • Pictures by Doulaheart Photography
Johanna Canady – Doula Services

Johanna Canady – Doula Services

  • Birth Doula Support
  • Life Coaching
  • Podcast
  • Death Doula Support
  • Contact
Johanna Canady – Doula Services

Johanna Canady – Doula Services

  • Birth Doula Support
  • Life Coaching
  • Podcast
  • Death Doula Support
  • Contact
  • Johanna recommends
  • Pictures by Doulaheart Photography
info@doulajohanna.com
Homepregnancy couple goals

pregnancy couple goals

1 Results
Pregnancy couple goals

Have Yourself a Minimalist Christmas

With Christmas fast approaching, I’ve been thinking a lot about what this season truly means to me. Last month, my book club read Have Yourself a Minimalist Christmas by Meg …

Read More
Johanna Canady
Johanna Canady

"Hi, and welcome to The Doula Johanna Podcast! I'm Johanna, a birth doula, university coordinator, and mom of three based in Munich, Germany. Life here is beautifully chaotic as I juggle supporting families, raising my own, and exploring new paths like end-of-life doula work. This podcast is about doulaing yourself in every phase of life with compassion and kindness. I’m so glad you’re here!

Some of the links on this blog are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them. I only recommend products that I truly believe in and have personally used. I appreciate your support!

Listen on Spotify

The Doula Johanna Newsletter

Real-life support through pregnancy, motherhood, and life’s big transitions. Get monthly updates on my work, early access to new offerings, subscriber-only prices, and the occasional intimate podcast or guided meditation.

doulajohanna

Birth Doula for Expat Families in Munich
🎙️ Host of The Doula Johanna Podcast
💞 Intimacy & Connection for Parents
🌱 Aspiring End-of-Life Doula

Manifest Your Dreams! Action Is The Secret! (Law O Manifest Your Dreams! Action Is The Secret! (Law Of Attraction)
Discover the transformative power of the Law of Attraction! We explore how our thoughts and actions co-create our lives, highlighting the importance of action, aligning energy with desires, and nurturing your dreams. Learn how manifestation is an active practice, not just a wish list. Embrace hope and strategic action for success! #LawOfAttraction #Manifestation #CoCreateYourLife #PositiveThinking #Affirmations #Mindset #SuccessMindset #ActionableSteps #DreamBig #Motivation
Manifestation: Does It REALLY Work? 🤔✨ Ever m Manifestation: Does It REALLY Work? 🤔✨
Ever manifested something and had it work, or completely fail? We explore the Law of Attraction: beliefs, science, and personal stories. Is it powerful, or toxic positivity? #Manifestation #LawOfAttraction #SelfHelp #Mindfulness #PersonalDevelopment #Spirituality #PositiveThinking #SuccessMindset #BeliefSystem #Motivation
Do you believe in the law of attraction?⁠ And if Do you believe in the law of attraction?⁠
And if you do—how do you make sense of it when something terrible happens?⁠
⁠
I’ve been thinking about this a lot lately. The conversation about manifestation is popping up everywhere around me, in every friend group.⁠
I’m way more open to things I can’t explain than I ever used to be.⁠
But I still love understanding things, if possible.⁠
It’s kind of like birth: I’m a big believer in evidence-based medicine,⁠
and I also know that there are forces at play during every birth⁠
that we don’t fully understand—yet.⁠
⁠
I don’t think manifestation is about blaming yourself when life is hard.⁠
But I do believe there’s real power in focusing your attention,⁠
getting clear on what matters to you,⁠
and planting seeds for the life you want—⁠
even if you don’t know when or how they’ll grow.⁠
⁠
In a world that often feels random,⁠
this mindset helps me feel less like I’m being thrown around—⁠
and more like I’m grounded in something.⁠
Not control, but agency. And that makes all the difference to me.⁠
⁠
I talk about all of this (the science, the doubt, the stories) in the latest episode of the Doula Johanna Podcast.⁠
Check out my Linktree to watch the full episode ❤️⁠
⁠
Picture by @doulaheart_photography
Moms Need This on Their Kid's Birthday (You Should Moms Need This on Their Kid's Birthday (You Should Do It!)
Discover the heartfelt importance of acknowledging mothers on their child's birthday! As we emphasize, a simple 'Happy Birthing Day' can mean the world. Join our community and spread the love! #MothersDayEveryday #Motherhood #Parenting #HappyBirthday #BirthingDay #WomensCircle #SupportMoms #CelebrateMoms #MomLife #ParentingTips #Kindness
Birthday Blues: Why Moms Secretly Grieve (You're N Birthday Blues: Why Moms Secretly Grieve (You're Not Alone!)
Explore 'Grief and Letting Go' as we navigate motherhood's emotional landscape. Acknowledge emotions, embrace gratitude amidst grief, and normalize birthday blues. Discover ambiguous grief and find solace in shared experiences. Great things deserve extra effort! #MotherhoodJourney #MotherhoodJourney #GriefAndGratitude #BirthdayBlues #EmotionalWellbeing #ParentingStruggles #AmbiguousGrief #MentalHealth #MomLife #FamilySupport #Parenting101
Feel EVERYTHING! 💪 Embrace Emotions, Transform Feel EVERYTHING! 💪 Embrace Emotions, Transform Life! ✨
Stop hiding! We explore feeling every emotion – joy, grief, overwhelm – allowing it to shape our lives. Mark each day your way, valuing every moment. Let's connect! #EmotionsMatter #FeelEverything #EmotionalGrowth #MentalWellness #EmbraceEmotions #SelfCare #Mindfulness #PersonalGrowth #BePresent #LiveAuthentically
Every time one of my daughters turns a year older, Every time one of my daughters turns a year older, something shifts in me. It’s like time pauses for a breath. There’s so much joy, of course. But also this deep wave of emotion — a mix of gratitude, grief, pride, and tenderness.⁠
⁠
Birthdays mark more than just another year for our kids — they’re also markers of how we have changed as mothers. The baby years slowly slipping away, the stretch of letting go as our children grow more independent… it’s beautiful, and it’s hard.⁠
⁠
I feel so lucky to have other mothers in my life who see me in those moments. Who say things like, “Happy birthing day to you, Mama.” Words that hold so much more than they seem to — they validate the labor, the love, the invisible work.⁠
⁠
Not everyone has a circle to doula them through these emotional milestones. So I made something for you:⁠
💗 A new podcast episode all about what it means to feel around your child’s birthday.⁠
🧘‍♀️ And a gentle, free guided meditation you can listen to whenever you need to — available on Insight Timer from June 18, 2025.⁠
https://insighttimer.com/doulajohanna⁠
⁠
If you’ve got a birthday coming up and you’re feeling all the things, I hope this little offering helps you feel less alone — and gives you permission to feel exactly what you feel.⁠
⁠
You're doing so beautifully, Mama.⁠
⁠
#matrescence #motherhoodjourney #birthingday #mothersupport #mindfulmotherhood #doulalife #honestmotherhood #emotionalmilestones #birthkeeper #motherscircle #podcastforparents #firstbirthday #childsbirthday #birthdayblues #doulalove #womensupportinwomen #debrapascalibonaro
My dear friend @johannaschade came to see us for a My dear friend @johannaschade came to see us for a couple of days — and I instantly knew I wanted to record an episode with her. Even though daycare was closed. Even though we were completely surrounded by little kids. Even though we were interrupted at least a hundred times. 😅⁠
⁠
Because I know how inspiring her story is.⁠
⁠
Seeing her so radiant and happy after welcoming her second baby just before turning 41 filled my heart. And I thought… maybe this conversation could give someone out there a little hope. Especially someone who’s on the fence — wondering if they should really start over again, change diapers while your other kids are maybe alredy in school, surrender to the sleepless nights… and if they’ll ever feel like themselves again, let alone reconnect with their sensuality.⁠
⁠
Johanna and I have been friends for over 20 years — never living in the same city, always picking up right where we left off. My heart breaks a little every time we say goodbye. And at the same time, I’m just so grateful she’s in my life at all. Her buzzing energy. Her playfulness. Her deep presence. Her zest for life.⁠
⁠
Yes, we were interrupted constantly. Yes, many sentences are left unfinished. But the love, honesty, and insight are all there.⁠
⁠
Listen in if you want to hear:⁠
✨ What it’s really like to have a second baby in your 40s⁠
✨ What changes — in your body, your mindset, your marriage⁠
✨ And how to keep that spark alive even when you're sleep-deprived and knee-deep in motherhood⁠
⁠
Real, raw, beautiful. I'm proud we pulled it off. 💛⁠
⁠
#doulamama #motherhoodinyour40s #secondbaby #sexafterkids #femininity #sensuality #thehonesttruth #lifedoula #motherhoodjourney #motherhoodunplugged #mamaisadancer #jungsmama #havinganotherbaby #pregnantinyour40s
Facing something big? Here’s what birth taught m Facing something big? Here’s what birth taught me about preparing for the unknown without losing yourself in fear. Hope deeply, but hold it lightly. Watch the whole episode now on Youtube following the link in my Linktree. #BirthJourney #PositiveBirth #EmpoweredBirth #TrustTheProcess #MindfulBirth #BirthPreparation #LaborAndDelivery #PregnancyWisdom #MotherhoodJourney #FlexibleBirthPlan
Say YES to Your Dreams, Even When Life Feels Overw Say YES to Your Dreams, Even When Life Feels Overwhelming!
Discover how to say YES to your calling, even when overwhelmed! We share tips on balancing life's demands while pursuing your dreams. Learn to manage responsibilities and follow your inner voice for a fulfilling journey. Watch the full episode following the Link in my Linktee. #SayYes #FollowYourDreams #SayYes #FollowYourDreams #Inspiration #Motivation #PersonalGrowth #OvercomingObstacles #InnerCalling #Balance #SelfImprovement #AchieveYourGoals
Today, I want to use my moment on the internet to Today, I want to use my moment on the internet to remind you:⁠
Just because you feel overwhelmed with life already⁠
does not mean there’s no space for your dreams.⁠
⁠
My wise friend @douladarby once said something like:⁠
“The more we have to do, the more important it is to do a lot of things that light us up.”⁠
(Forgive me, Darby, if I totally butchered that quote 😅 — but it stuck with me because I fully agree.)⁠
⁠
And it came to me again recently as I sat in the waiting room before my hospice training interview.⁠
Nervous. Heart pounding.⁠
Thinking, Am I really doing this? On top of everything else? What if it doesn't work out? What if it does?⁠
⁠
I left that room feeling elated. Grateful.⁠
Not because it will be easy — but because it felt meaningful.⁠
⁠
Here’s the truth:⁠
Doing a lot for something that matters to you⁠
is not the same as doing even a little for something that doesn’t.⁠
(Staying up till midnight to bake cakes for your schools bakesale is not the same as staying up to write your first novel; unless baking is your thing 😉)⁠
⁠
So if you’re stretched thin — time-wise, energy-wise, money-wise —⁠
but there’s something tugging at your heart,⁠
I hope you don’t push it away.⁠
⁠
Let it take up some space.⁠
Even just a little.⁠
⁠
Believe me, the more you say yes to the things that really make you shine, the better you will get at saying no to the things that drain you.⁠
⁠
I talk more about this in the newest podcast episode —⁠
how I moved through my own doubts and fears,⁠
and why following a calling isn’t about stretching yourself even thinner, but about recharging your soul.⁠
⁠
Follow the link in my linktee to watch the full episode.⁠
⁠
Is there soemthing inside you, a dream, trying to get your attention? I would love to hear about it and be your cheerleader for your first babystep towards it!⁠
⁠
#motherhood #calling #lifedoula #endoflifecare #mothersdreams #matrescence #carework #doulajohanna #sacredwork #trustyourself #womenwhoserve #sayyes #hospice #noregrets
AI Doula? The Future of Birth and Human Connection AI Doula? The Future of Birth and Human Connection
Will AI replace human connection in childbirth? Exploring the irreplaceable role of a doula and the future of birthing. Discover why human support matters. Watch the whole epsiode following the link in my linktree! #AIDoula #FutureOfBirth #HumanConnection #DoulaSupport #Childbirth #AIandHumanity #BirthTech #LaborSupport #Midwifery #BirthExperience
Gen Z's AI World: Why I'm Grateful For My Kids! Am Gen Z's AI World: Why I'm Grateful For My Kids!
Amidst life's storms, we find gratitude for grounding work and our children's resilience. They embrace the AI world fearlessly, equipped with strength, critical thinking, and connection. We believe in their bright future! #Gratitude #Resilience #Gratitude #Resilience #AIworld #NextGeneration #CriticalThinking #Connection #Parenting #FutureIsBright #Children #Inspiration
Tech Singularity: Are We REALLY Ready for AI's Wil Tech Singularity: Are We REALLY Ready for AI's Wild Ride?
In this episode of the Doula Johanna Podcast we delve into how technological advancements reshape our world beyond initial predictions. Discover the accelerating changes and the dawn of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). Are we ready?#SocialMediaInfluence #TechnologicalSingularity #ArtificialIntelligence #AGI #FutureTech #Innovation #DigitalAge #TechTrends #Society #UnforeseenConsequences
Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about how to dea Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about how to deal with the unpredictability of the future.⁠
I’ve always loved having a plan, making lists, knowing what’s next. But the older I get — especially since becoming a mom — the more I realize: we’re never really in control an I am really trying to make peace with that.⁠
⁠
Still… the way AI is changing everything right now feels different.⁠
Faster. Bigger.⁠
Sometimes it honestly overwhelms me.⁠
⁠
Will my jobs be replaced?⁠
What kind of world will my kids live in?⁠
What can I do today to set them up for a future I can’t even imagine yet?⁠
⁠
How do you cope with those thoughts?⁠
⁠
That’s what my new podcast episode is about:⁠
Raising Humans in the Age of AI.⁠
I’m not an expert. But I’m a mother, a doula, and a woman trying to make sense of it all.⁠
Maybe you’ve had similar thoughts? Does the AI revolution change the way you parent? What seems most important to you these days to share with your children? I’d love to know how this is showing up for you. ⁠
⁠
You can listen now wherever you get your podcasts.⁠
And if it speaks to you, feel free to share or send me a message — I’d really love to hear from you. ⁠
⁠
#raisinghumans #doulaoflife #motherhoodnow #futureofparenting #theDoulajohannaPodcast #lifedoula #parentingthoughtfully #aiandparenting #mindfulmotherhood #parentingwithheart
How Can Strength Training Enhance Beauty and Well How Can Strength Training  Enhance Beauty and Well-being? ✨
We explore habits for inner & outer beauty: quality time, avoiding smoking & processed sugar, prioritizing sleep, and lifting weights. Discover how strength training boosts energy and shifts focus to feeling stronger.  You can watch the whole episode following the link in my Linktree:
#StrengthTraining #InnerBeauty #OuterBeauty #Wellbeing #HealthyLifestyle #FitnessJourney #Weightlifting #SelfCare #MindBody #FeelGoodFitness
What Truly Makes a Woman Beautiful? 🤔💖✨ We What Truly Makes a Woman Beautiful? 🤔💖✨
We explore the essence of a woman's beauty, witnessing radiant strength in raw, powerful moments. It's more than skin deep; it's love, tears, and the awe of new life. ✨ #WomanBeauty #InnerRadiance #FeminineStrength #Empowerment #RealBeauty #Authenticity #SelfLove #Motherhood #Pregnancy #NaturalBeauty
Embrace Your Age: Real Beauty Beyond Cosmetics Sto Embrace Your Age: Real Beauty Beyond Cosmetics
Stop wasting time and money on impossible beauty standards. Redirect that energy to build businesses, retirement plans, and better relationships. Discover real beauty and embrace your authentic self. Find the whole episode in my linktree #RealBeauty #SelfAcceptance #EmbraceYourAge #NoMorePressure #Authenticity #BeautyStandards #InnerBeauty #SelfLove #Empowerment #Confidence
Do you ever look in the mirror and miss the “old Do you ever look in the mirror and miss the “old you”?⁠
⁠
Maybe you catch a glimpse of stretch marks, a softer belly, or tired eyes—and feel like your beauty disappeared when motherhood began.⁠
You're not alone. And you’re not broken.⁠
⁠
But here’s a truth we don’t hear loudly enough:⁠
There is no bouncing back. There is only moving forward.⁠
And you are allowed to feel good in your new body—to feel beautiful and even sexy, as a mother.⁠
⁠
Sure, we can invest in manicures or even breast augmentations if that feels right. But our worth is not tied to our skincare routine or dress size.⁠
⁠
If we choose to take all that time and money “society” wants us to pour into our appearance and use it instead to build a business, go on a trip, or set ourselves up for retirement—that is a valid, powerful choice too.⁠
⁠
In this week’s podcast episode, I’m sharing the mindset shift that helped me reclaim my self-worth and redefine beauty after becoming a mother.⁠
⁠
I talk about what I do and what I don’t do to feel beautiful. And let me tell you—no cream or cleanse has been as transformative as finding a photographer who truly sees me.⁠
⁠
You all know how much I appreciate the work of Leigh Watson @doulaheartphotography.⁠
Working with her changed the way I see myself. She captured my beauty in all of it—heavily pregnant, birthing, nursing, and chasing toddlers.⁠
⁠
✨ In this episode, you’ll also hear about a special offer Leigh created just for my listeners!⁠
⁠
🎧 Listen now via the link in my Linktree → “Beautiful Mamas: A Postpartum Mindset Shift”⁠
⁠
💬 What makes you feel most beautiful in this phase of life? I’d love to know.⁠
⁠
#beautifulmamas #postpartumbody #motherhoodmindset #feelbeautifulagain #selfloveafterbaby #momlife #bodypositivity #postpartummindset #honestmotherhood #matrescence #birthwork #doula #doulajohanna
Joyful Moments: Family, Friends, and Golden Light! Joyful Moments: Family, Friends, and Golden Light! ✨💖
We felt deep gratitude for family, friends, and simple joys. Watching our kids thrive and sharing golden moments made everything perfect! 🥰 You can find the whole episode about contentment on Youtube or through my Linktree. #FamilyLove #JoyfulMoments #GratefulHeart #FriendshipGoals #SummerVibes #PreciousMoments #FamilyFun #SimpleJoys #HappyKids #BlessedLife
Follow on Instagram
  • Impressum
  • Datenschutzerklärung
  • Pictures by Doulaheart Photography
© Copyright 2025 Johanna Canady - Doula Services. All Rights Reserved. CoachPress Lite | Developed By Blossom Themes. Powered by WordPress. Datenschutzerklärung