In this empowering episode of Morgan Means Business, we sit down with Lauren Williams, a professional doula and successful business owner, to discuss the intersection of birth support and entrepreneurship. Lauren shares her personal journey from being a stay-at-home mom to a highly sought-after doula, specializing in home birth support. We dive deep into the emotional, physical, and business realities of the birth space, covering everything from the importance of maternal nutrition and holistic postpartum care (including her personal secrets to staying healthy) to finding the right care provider and building a thriving, community-focused business on the Skool app.

Key Topics & Timestamps:

• [0:00] Intro Music & Setting the Stage
• [0:22] Welcoming Lauren Williams: Home Birth Support & Community
• [1:05] Lauren's Journey into Doula Work (Starting in 2015)
• [2:00] Attending Her First Birth: A Natural Fit
• [2:40] From Stay-at-Home Mom to Doula (5 Kids!)
• [3:45] The Secret to Health and Energy: Diet and Genetics (No Sun for a Decade!)
• [4:50] The Core of Home Birth Support: Maternal Nutrition & Hydration
• [5:50] The Importance of Sea Salt vs. Table Salt in Pregnancy
• [6:40] Postpartum Care: Soups, Warmth, and Holistic Recovery (Drawing from Asian Cultural Traditions)
• [8:28] Power Couple: Balancing Business and Family with Husband Dean
• [9:30] The Key to Balance: Structure, Communication, and Managing Five Children
• [10:10] The Age Gap: Lauren's Youngest (6) and Oldest (16)
• [11:35] Different Parenting for Boys vs. Girls (The Talkers vs. The Doers)
• [12:50] Lauren's Home Birth Community on the Skool App: Why it's a Protected Space
• [14:15] Benefits of a Focused, Supportive, and Non-Social Media Platform
• [15:15] How to Find Lauren's Resources and Community
• [15:50] Advice for Anyone Considering a Home Birth: First Steps
• [17:00] The Interview Process: What to Ask Your Midwife for a Safe Birth
• [18:25] Finding the Right Provider (Midwife/Doula): Aligning Your Birth Philosophy
• [19:25] Conclusion & Thank You

Find Lauren Williams and her supportive community by searching "Home Birth Support" on skool.com or via the link in her Instagram bio at @homebirthsupport.