About the Circle
Birth can be transformative, and each woman’s experience is unique. Alongside joy and gratitude, some mothers may carry unanswered questions, unexpected emotions, disappointment, or experiences they are still trying to understand. The Birth Integration Circle is an intimate, in-person gathering for mothers who would like an opportunity to reflect on and process their birth experiences. You do not need to have experienced a difficult or traumatic birth to participate. Whether your birth unfolded as you anticipated or took an unexpected path, your story is welcome. Our intention is to provide a space where mothers can feel heard, acknowledge their experiences, and begin to integrate what birth has meant for them. This is a facilitated peer-support and reflection circle, not therapy or medical care.
Meet Your Circle Guides
*Ustadha Shamira Chothia Ahmed* Islamic Scholar | Certified Birth Doula | Certified Lactation Counselor | Childbirth Educator Ustadha Shamira is the founder of Her Sacred Path, an educational platform dedicated to supporting Muslim women in their faith, personal growth, and well-being. As an Islamic scholar, birth educator, and mother of five, Shamira brings together her knowledge of Islam, birth education, and personal experience to support women through pregnancy, birth, and motherhood. Her approach recognizes the importance of caring for the whole woman—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—while honoring the unique experiences each mother brings to her journey. Through Blessed Birthings, she hopes to create spaces where women can connect, reflect, and receive meaningful support during the transitions of motherhood. *Sister Livia Zahzah* Certified Birth Doula | Birth Educator | Compassionate Inquiry-Informed Practitioner in Pre- and Perinatal Work Sister Livia brings her experience in birth support and her Compassionate Inquiry-informed approach to pre- and perinatal work to the Birth Integration Circle. Her approach supports gentle reflection and greater awareness of the experiences, emotions, and responses that may arise when revisiting birth. Together, Sister Livia and Ustadha Shamira aim to facilitate a compassionate environment where mothers can explore their experiences at their own pace and feel heard and supported.
Circle Details
The Birth Integration Circle is an intimate, in-person gathering for mothers who would like an opportunity to reflect on and process their birth experiences. Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026 Time: 1:00–2:30 PM Pacific Time Format: In person Location: Union City, California Contribution: $15 Group size: Limited to maintain an intimate setting This gathering is intended for local mothers who can attend in person. The exact address will be shared privately with approved, registered attendees. Registration is required. Space is limited to allow each participant an opportunity to engage in the circle.
Creating a Respectful Space Together
To help make this a meaningful experience for everyone, we ask participants to agree to the following: * Confidentiality: What is shared in the circle stays in the circle. We treat one another’s stories as an amānah. * Listen without judgment: We honor each mother’s experience without comparison or criticism. * No unsolicited advice: We listen to understand rather than trying to fix someone else’s experience. * Speak from your own experience: We use “I” statements and share our own feelings and reflections. * Respect each person’s pace: Sharing is always optional. You are welcome to participate by listening. * Make space for one another: We avoid interruptions and side conversations so everyone feels heard. Our intention is to hold space for one another with compassion, respect, and sincerity.
Join Us!
A space to be heard, reflect, and process your birth experience.
$15.00