FROM WOMB WAYS STUDENTS
Reflections from women who have journeyed through the Womb Ways Ayurvedic Doula & Women’s Health Training.
“I expected to learn a lot—which I did—but I didn’t expect to be utterly transformed.
Growing up in a world that often dismisses or invalidates the experience of the womb, for the first time I experienced a space dedicated to tending and nurturing it instead.
Katia shares her tremendous knowledge, compassion, and deep caring through every single aspect of this offering.
Participating in Womb Ways is not just signing up for a course—it’s an opportunity to reclaim your seat of power.”
— Audrey Moore
“I’ve studied a lot of Ayurveda in the past, and the way Katia shares her wisdom is very special and rare. It feels deeply grounded in experience as well as embodied.
What I found most helpful were the real-life experiences she shared from working with women and from her own life. There is so much information we can study in textbooks, but the way she teaches makes the wisdom feel tangible and alive, while honoring the sacredness of Ayurvedic teachings.
This was also a really big year for me personally, with so much transition happening in my life, and I was incredibly grateful to have this container giving me a sense of structure and grounding through it all.
There is something so nourishing about being in a circle of women together. Even though I was joining from another country and hadn’t met anyone in person, there were these beautiful, intimate moments of sharing our lives with one another.”
— Alena Ringelmann
“The Womb Ways training with Katia was transformative. When looking for mentorship, I knew I wanted something personal, deep, and full of soul—unlike many of the trainings that exist now.
Katia stewarded an intimate cohort where we all had the chance to get to know one another and build relationships. I would always look forward to our gatherings.
They became a reminder of the world I want to be a part of building.
The in-person immersion was absolutely magical and synthesized all that I had been learning behind a screen. Held in the cocoon of Big Sur, studying birth arts with other women…I could go on!
Katia holds space with such grace. This is truly the work of her soul, and her depth of knowledge comes through in her teachings. The course was well paced and left enough wiggle room for the things of life that come up.
I’m so happy I followed my heart and heeded the call. I feel supported to start working with women in my community and know that Katia remains a resource. I can’t recommend this path enough. I feel blessed to have started my doula journey with Katia.”
— Erin Fitzpatrick
“This training has been soooo beneficial to me. I’m so grateful to have had this opportunity and to now have this lens to look through—not only with my clients, but with myself as well.
It was exactly what I was wanting—the knowledge and tools to bring Ayurveda into the way I serve postpartum people.
So much of what I learned through the Ayurvedic lens just made sense to me in my bones. It felt like a knowing—like, ‘Yes, this is right.’
When I began the training, one of the things I really wanted was confidence. There is always more to learn, but now I feel this readiness to go out and actually serve people in this way.
I feel able to meet the person in front of me, ask what they need, and look through this lens to understand how I can support them.
And I just got my first postpartum client!
It feels like everything is coming together at exactly the right time.”
— Taylor Kellim
“Katia’s Womb Ways Ayurveda Doula Training was everything I hoped for and more. Over the course I learned so many practical and beautiful tools for supporting women through the birth continuum.
Katia weaves her deep expertise in women’s health with lived experience, creating lessons that feel both wise and practical. Even through a screen, her nurturing, compassionate presence was palpable.
But the most powerful part for me was meeting Katia and the incredible women in this container in person.
One word that comes to mind: sisterhood.
Over three days together, we opened our hearts, cried, laughed, learned, and witnessed each other stepping into our next chapter as carriers of this ancient wisdom.
As an acupuncturist interested in specializing in women’s health and fertility, I’m so inspired to bring these teachings into my own work. Katia is a gift—generous in her teachings, heart-centered, and deeply committed to this path.”
— Kristy Callon
“Being able to learn from Katia in her Womb Ways Ayurveda Doula Training was such an honor. She approaches teaching with so much love, respect, and care, and it translates into classes that are engaging and inspiring.
The course content was well paced, digestible, and highly applicable.
In addition to the actual material, Katia’s ability to hold a safe container for learning, growing, and exploring Ayurvedic care was invaluable. Her nurturing presence not only created a sense of community but allowed us to deeply immerse ourselves in these ancient teachings.
I am so inspired and excited to incorporate Katia’s teachings into my own life, as well as into the care I offer to new mamas.”
— Clara Miller
“The Womb Ways Ayurveda Doula Training was truly the training of my dreams—a combination of deep wisdom, wholesome group connection, shared vulnerability, and tangible practice.
Every educational day together felt like ceremony and celebration.
I feel motivated moving forward to put the wisdom into practice and carry forward the love and care that was cultivated in this space.”
— Aleah Armstrong
“I loved the Womb Ways Ayurveda Doula Training with Katia. Her teaching style honors Ayurvedic oral traditions as well as other ancestral and communal wisdom.
Her classes feel like a real departure from the patriarchal, academic way of learning. Instead, the information is conveyed in a far more holistic and feminine way.
Katia is also extremely knowledgeable in all things Ayurveda and has an answer or line of thought for every question you could possibly pose.
I left the training feeling like I had access to a new healing modality and philosophy to offer my clients and myself. I also left with an increased curiosity to learn more about Ayurveda in general.
And the class on womb massage felt life-changing in and of itself. I highly recommend it.”
— Katie Simpson
“I am so grateful to have had the privilege of doing Katia’s Womb Ways Ayurveda Doula Training and being surrounded, supported, and learning alongside so many incredibly intelligent, heart-based women.
This was a beautiful and thorough dive into Ayurveda that was held with such gentle, nurturing, and intentional care.
Having taken many trainings, including with Tami Lynn Kent, Tul’ix Indigenous Arts, and the Maya Abdominal Therapy Collective, I can wholeheartedly say that I highly recommend Katia’s trainings.
She is a gifted space holder and teacher—a humble and deeply knowledgeable guide.”
— Mira Malcom, LMT
“Katia has created something transformative with the Womb Ways Ayurveda Doula Training.
She beautifully conveys the depth of Ayurvedic philosophy and how it weaves together to create a harmonious support system in a way that can only spark immense enthusiasm for this medicine. Her own spirit and intuition shine in a way that is both grounding and profoundly inspiring.
Bringing women back to their own intuition and into connection with their bodies, the earth, and their community—this is what I aspire to do in my own work, and this course fortified that for me in many ways.
I found a deep well of wisdom in the women who gathered together to learn, and I am so grateful for those lasting connections.
I am so excited to see how this knowledge evolves in my own work and nourishes women for generations to come.”
— Betsy Danneman, Postpartum Doula & Holistic Chef
“The Womb Ways Ayurveda Doula Training was a weekly highlight for me. The ancient wisdom Katia so eloquently shared with us was rich and profound, and the group of healers who gathered were an exceptional collective of heart-centered beings.
My favorite part was our in-person, hands-on bodywork retreat, which held space for tears, healing, holding, and connection.
Katia’s teaching style is intuitive and grounding, cultivated with immense knowledge and grace.”
— Trisha Leineke=
“Katia carries the wisdom of Ayurveda with deep reverence while infusing it with her own light and joy.
Time with her feels like being held in warmth and love, where learning happens with ease.
Katia is a true supporter of each person’s path, holding a deep desire for everyone to flourish and share their unique gifts with the world.
I highly recommend the Womb Ways Ayurveda Doula Training.”
— Emily Bendavid
“Learning from Katia is a gift beyond words. She is an incredible translator of Ayurvedic wisdom and an impeccable female lineage holder.
When you learn from Katia, it is as if the entire Ayurvedic lineage and all of its teachings are poured into your crown in their entirety.
Class time with her in the Womb Ways Ayurveda Doula Training feels grounding, nourishing, and full of immense compassion. I could go on and on…”
— Moni Rainbow Hawk
“I took Katia’s Womb Ways Ayurvedic Doula course during my pregnancy and was held in a container of sacred truth, knowledge, and embodied wisdom.
I witnessed other women throughout the course integrate our teachings in so many unique ways—a testament to Katia’s work and its ability to guide each of us.
She brings ancient practices into this modern time, giving each of us embodied tools to walk our own paths of healing.
I’m so grateful to have had this experience and just want more!”
— Abby Ashipnuck
“I have benefited so much from the Womb Ways Ayurveda Doula Training.
Learning how to nourish my body during my second pregnancy and understanding the tools needed to have a healing postpartum period has been a gift from the universe.
Katia has a wealth of knowledge and is able to present it in a way that’s approachable and fun, allowing you to fully receive it in a way that makes sense and can be applied to your life—whether as a mama, expecting mama, or birth worker.
Thank you with all my heart for being the authentic woman and mama that you are.”
— Lauren Egavian
“I had the honor of being part of Katia’s Womb Ways Ayurveda Doula Training. Throughout the course, Katia shared her deep wisdom, knowledge, and passion for Ayurveda in the realms of preconception, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
It was my first time learning about Ayurveda, and I am beyond happy that I did.
I gained so much rich information that I get to apply to my own health journey, as well as with current and future birth and postpartum clients.
It was the postpartum course I had been craving ever since I started working with new families. I truly am so glad I took the course.”
— Chloe Pena
“Katia’s Womb Ways Ayurveda Doula Training was a beautiful, transformative experience, consisting of deep knowledge, heartfelt emotion, personal experiences, and lighthearted laughter.
Every class sparked so much new curiosity and revelation, and Katia’s knowledge and teaching were such a gift to receive.
Moving forward, I’m so inspired to continue my journey of learning from Katia and feel empowered to put into practice the work that was so lovingly and intentionally demonstrated.”
— Aleah Rosaria
“The Womb Ways Ayurveda Doula Training has been a life changer for me.
After my second baby, I knew I wanted to become a postpartum doula, and taking this course just enhanced my love and desire to continue this journey.
Katia is an amazing teacher. She is so welcoming, understanding, and kind and brings such light, knowledge, and laughter to her classes.
It has opened up my heart and capacity to care for myself so that I can care for other women, especially during the tender postpartum time.
I am beyond grateful for Katia and all the women who participated in this course with me.”
— Ariana Pacheco
“Katia is an exceptional teacher with a profound depth of knowledge and wisdom. Her deep respect for her teachers and the roots of Ayurveda is inspiring, and it’s clear she has studied extensively. Her teaching style is mindful, grounded, open-minded, and sattvic.
As a postpartum nurse and birthkeeper, I am committed to continuing my study and practice of Ayurveda to support my own womb health and the wombs of others. I’ve already noticed shifts in my approach to care and hope to incorporate womb healing into hospital settings.
My ultimate dream is also to establish my own holistic practice outside of the hospital to serve women more deeply. Additionally, I am excited to share this wisdom with my baby girl as she grows into a woman—what a gift! I am so grateful for all of the love and energy Katia put into this class.”
— Elizabeth Zerbe
“I am so grateful for Katia’s course on Ayurvedic care for women who are pregnant, birthing, and postpartum.
Katia’s teaching clearly comes from a deep well of study, mentorship, and personal experience with Ayurveda, and she weaves it all together with stories and examples.
After taking the course, I feel empowered to offer support to the birthing people in my life, both personally as a friend and professionally as an Ayurvedic health counselor.
I highly recommend Katia’s course to anyone interested in this work.”
— Haley Thompson
“Whether you are taking this course to deepen within your own personal journey of motherhood or intend to integrate this material into your career, this program is divine.
For years, I tried to understand Ayurvedic concepts through books and short workshops but could never fully grasp the ancient and profound nature of the teachings.
Katia’s wholehearted respect and devotion to the lineage of Ayurvedic medicine and to serving women is so clearly felt and resonant.
Things that were difficult to remember in years past just started to click and make sense.
My personal life journey and career have both benefited from signing up for this program.”
— Moni De Groot
“This has really been a journey within myself.
I’ve gone through so many personal transitions throughout the training, and through it all, I still felt deeply connected to this space.
I originally came to the apprenticeship thinking it would be an extension of my herbal education and a way to bring doula work into my professional practice.
But somewhere along the way I realized—this has been for me.
Of course I want to bring this wisdom out into the world, but this has also been about my own education, my own experience, and what I’m being called toward in my life.
For the past few years, I’ve been so focused on building my business and my practice—all of these external things. This experience helped me recognize that what I’m actually longing for right now is to be closer in—to my family, my community, and myself.
It’s helped me soften and not be so hard on myself, and to realize that things don’t have to look the way I thought they would.
It has been so beautiful to witness everyone finding their own path with this wisdom and weaving it into what they’re passionate about.
I’m so grateful for this container and for everyone’s vulnerability and openness. Seeing that vulnerability helped me be vulnerable and open, too.”
— Lily Doughty
CLIENT & STUDENT REFLECTIONS
CLIENT REFLECTIONS
Words shared by women and families I’ve had the honor of tending, teaching, and learning alongside.
PREGNANCY, BIRTH & POSTPARTUM
“Working with Katia was a dream come true. I was able to receive support from her through every stage—preconception with Ayurvedic bodywork and womb massage, throughout pregnancy with prenatal massage and doula support, incredible birth preparation sessions, and for six weeks postpartum. It was an ideal plan, and Katia was phenomenal in every role.
She has mastered her craft of offering bodywork and is especially attuned to supporting women through every phase of the childbearing year. As our postpartum doula, she far exceeded our expectations of how much a doula can support the mother and family.
I was especially grateful for her care during the postpartum time. Her visits would restore and nourish me so I could continue to heal and care for my baby. She is able to tune into exactly what is needed in each moment.
I couldn’t have wished for a more perfect person to be by my side during this profound year for myself and my family. I can’t recommend Katia highly enough for any part—or better yet, every part—of the birthing journey.”
— Jessica Fortino
“Working with Katia during our pregnancy and postpartum was truly one of the best decisions we made. With every postpartum session, she was incredibly present, knowledgeable, compassionate, and helpful. Her grounded presence was a balm to me in the toughest moments, and her compassion shone brightest when I felt most overwhelmed or afraid.
When I became pregnant again, I knew immediately that Katia was the person I wanted by our side for the birth of our second baby. She went on to support us through the homebirth of our son, and I’m so grateful that we had her beside us through both of these deeply transformative journeys.
Her presence and care made all the difference. Both of our children agree—they light up every time they see her!”
— Darcy Cavanough
“Katia is a light of pure love, wisdom, and knowledge. She was my Ayurvedic postpartum doula. Her presence alone was like having sunshine in our home, let alone the magnitude of skills and devotional service she brought to our family.
She has a poignant way of connecting right to your heart with empathy, warmth, and spaciousness all at once. As a new mama, this is an invaluable level of support that is not easy to come by.
House cleaning, cooking, and baby help are all wonderful and necessary, but to have someone like Katia, keenly tuned into your emotional state, is a rare find and true blessing.
Katia is both a deeply trained Ayurvedic practitioner and a doula. My husband and I felt so relaxed receiving her support because of her ability to integrate her Ayurvedic and baby knowledge so well.
One of the things I found overwhelming as a new mom receiving help was having to manage my helpers and give direction. I barely had to do this with Katia. It was as if she saw and tended to my needs even before I became aware of them myself.
If you have the opportunity to work with Katia, seize the moment. She is an angel with the deepest integrity, love, devotion, and expertise.”
— Priya Surrago
“All mamas deserve to experience the magical touch of Katia’s postpartum offerings. Her abhyanga massage, herbal bath, Ayurvedic food, and belly binding once a week were exactly what my postpartum mind, body, and soul desired.
She walked into the room with a bright, vibrant energy that was refreshing and restorative and immediately put me at ease. Her mindful presence and intentionally delivered offerings felt supportive and nourishing and allowed my body to melt into pleasure for the first time postpartum.
Katia offered a sweet curiosity for my birth story while holding a sacred container for the raw state I was in. She truly felt like an old friend showing up to give me the tender love and healing I needed to honor myself postpartum.”
— Rebecca Epperly
“Katia was exactly what I wished the doctor ordered! But truly, I had the most beautiful experience partnering with Katia. Her Ayurvedic touch was just what I was looking for in a postpartum doula, and it was very apparent she knew what she was doing.
As a new mom, I felt safe in her care. I felt held and incredibly seen. She listened not only to my every need, but also my partner’s, and that made our transition into parenthood that much easier.
I am truly grateful to have had the privilege of Katia being part of such a monumental time in our lives, and I don’t foresee having another postpartum experience without her. It is my highest honor to recommend Katia. She is a gem beyond words.”
— Rosemarie
“Katia is an impeccable space holder. She understands the unique journey of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum and offers not only her beautiful energy, but her expertise in Ayurveda.
Her abhyangas, womb massages, yoni steam, and sitz baths were truly nourishing and more needed than I realized at that point in my healing. Her services felt angelic. I couldn’t wait to spend time with my doula angel each session we had together.
The most magical part about my experience with Katia was her sweet connection with my baby. She has a tremendous gift.”
— Whitnai Stone
“I had the wonderful opportunity to work with Katia before and after the birth of my second son. Given the complications and lack of in-person support due to the pandemic, it was an amazing experience to have Katia listen and hold space for all my emotions, concerns, and fears.
She provided a safe outside perspective on all that I was facing and offered concrete steps to prepare for my birth and postpartum period. Katia combined her doula knowledge and Ayurvedic training to provide holistic emotional and physical care.
Just spending time with her brought me much more confidence in myself and tranquility around what my body and mind were experiencing.
Working with Katia helped me through my pregnancy and prepared me for motherhood of two children in ways I did not expect or know I needed. I loved working with her and wish I had met her during my first pregnancy!”
— Kerry Cavanough
“Katia was our Ayurvedic Practitioner and Childbirth Educator for the birth of our baby boy. This was our first child, and we are so happy we decided to work with her.
Katia is warm, empathetic, and caring. Upon meeting her, we immediately felt at ease. She was responsive to our needs and questions and did a great job helping both my partner and me feel prepared for what was to come.
Our work with Katia made all the difference during labor and birth. She was patient, calm, and responsive and had so many strategies for helping me through labor. She was a huge mental and emotional support for both my partner and me.
I especially appreciate how she helped my partner be so involved and how well they worked together as a team to support me. I truly felt cared for. Katia has a special gift for guiding people through their birth journey.”
— Lani Reed
“Katia was an absolute joy to work with. Her calming presence was the number one reason my partner and I chose her. From the moment we interviewed her, we just felt right.
She was attentive and supportive throughout our pregnancy and birth journey—not only to me, but to my partner as well. She catered to our birth preferences, learning styles, and individual personalities. You can tell this isn’t simply a job, but a passion for her.
During labor, she was immediately invested in providing comfort and motivation. She empowered us to have the most beautiful birth experience and seemed to have everything we needed before we knew we needed it.
After birth, she followed up with all three of us and provided support and guidance for the postpartum time. Katia went above and beyond to help us have the empowered birth we envisioned.”
— Brook Hevalow
“We were very fortunate to be connected with Katia as our labor doula. She stood out for her grounded calm, responsiveness, and empathy, both prenatally and during labor.
I am especially grateful that my husband felt comfortable asking her for advice. It helped him care for me with greater confidence.
I cannot imagine going through birth without Katia’s support.”
— Aparna Farooq
“We are so grateful to have had Katia as our doula for the birth of our daughter. We had quite a bit of anxiety as first-time parents and had no idea what to expect during labor. As soon as we met Katia, she helped ease our anxiety and calm our nerves.
She walked us through the different stages of labor so we knew what to expect, and we learned valuable birthing positions and techniques. Katia always made sure to include dad in the process so he felt like he had an important role. She was there as a guide and trusted advisor.
What makes Katia so special is her warm, calm, and patient demeanor. We felt more prepared and confident for the birth of our baby girl because of our work with her.”
— Teresa Castaneda
“When I got pregnant, I wasn’t sure whether to hire a doula or not. I am so glad I did. Katia was amazing.
She helped me through my labor and birth experience and was such a support to my partner too, showing him ways to help me during labor and making us both as comfortable as possible.
If we decide to have another child, I will most definitely be reaching out to Katia to be by my side again. My partner and I both agree that she was absolutely wonderful—we needed her more than we knew we would.”
— Kunduz Abdrahmanowa
“Katia was an amazing birth doula to have at my homebirth. She was there throughout the whole journey as support and stayed true to my wishes.
I gave her a list of things I wanted at my birth, and she helped make sure those things were present—beautiful music, essential oils, massage, and words of support. She also captured beautiful photos for us.
Katia has such a positive energy. She is kind, supportive, and shows great care and respect as both a doula and a person. She is very open-minded and respectful of others’ wishes.”
— Kristy Moon
“Katia has the heart of an angel. She is wise, knowledgeable, loving, and kind and helped me feel strong and ready for birth.
Her calm steadiness is so noticeable and deeply appreciated. I had the birth of my dreams with Katia’s help and guidance.”
— Ilma Wasserman
“Katia is a godsend. My gratitude for the support she provided my wife and me throughout pregnancy and postpartum is truly infinite.
She is competent, grounding, and emotionally attuned. I cannot imagine what it would have been like to go through this process without her.”
— Nick Fortino
“Katia was a grounding presence after the birth of my son. The weekly abhyangas were so relaxing and rejuvenating—the right amount of ‘me time’ during those hectic first few months.
Katia is knowledgeable, kind, and a total treasure to welcome into your space during this tender time. She also gave our son his first abhyanga, which has since become a nightly routine.
I can’t recommend her highly enough.”
— Kat Karpati
WOMB HEALING & AYURVEDIC CARE
“Katia welcomes a co-created space. We start by checking in and come into presence together through a brief meditation before I get on the table.
I’ve been brought to tears by the beauty that has come forth through these sessions and the depth that Katia can hold. As feelings or sensations arise, Katia intuitively asks questions, bringing me into a deeper state of presence and connection with what I’m experiencing. We’ve done deep healing work together, tending to ancestral trauma held in my womb space.
Katia crafts beautiful oils that have welcomed a reconnection to plant allies for me. I feel pampered every time by the deep care she offers.
Describing the beauty of Katia’s work is hard to put into words. I highly recommend working with her to have a direct experience of your own.”
— Emily Bendavid
“My session with Katia felt so comfortable—like an old friend witnessing me through the lens of a motherly love.
Whatever arose, she accepted and invited my breath to be the guide of my own healing. It was easy to surrender into her care and touch—a ceremony of relaxation and self-contemplation.
I loved talking about my womb with Katia and left feeling recharged, with new tools for prioritizing self-love and greater clarity around what love I deserve to feel.
I’d recommend Katia’s services to any woman or person who longs for a deeper connection with their inner feminine as a guide and source for healing.”
— Kate Hockett
“I went to Katia in great need of rest, healing, warmth, and grounded feminine energy. Her incredibly present and compassionate presence helped me feel this and more during both my womb massage and abhyanga.
The womb massage and pelvic steam were new for me—they were lovely, and I felt safe and held throughout the experience.
She is clearly very knowledgeable in what she does, yet makes Ayurvedic practices feel accessible for someone trying them for the very first time.
I feel so grateful to Katia for these sessions and can’t wait to go back.”
— Hannah Roggers
“Katia is a rare and gifted healer. The purity of her being and the gentle presence in her gaze are not things that can be taught. Her level of training, dedication, and skill only increase her capacity for offering grace-filled healing.
Sessions with Katia are physically nurturing, emotionally nourishing, and allow space for deep ancestral and soul-level release and reorganization in the tissues and beyond.”
— Gitanjali Hemp
“Katia bridges the spiritual realm with the physical body. She creates a space that feels safe, honorable, and feminine.
I trusted her to guide me through a life-changing experience and would recommend her care to women in search of healing and transformation.”
— Kaelin Bovee
“I had so much healing success with the herbal formulas Katia made, but most importantly, I appreciated how attentively she listened and supported how I really felt in my body.
That supported our dialogue around my body and made me feel comfortable and at ease. Katia is a wonderful and skilled Ayurvedic practitioner who not only understands this work, but truly loves what she does.”
— Jameelah Johnson
“It was a pleasure working with Katia as my Ayurvedic Practitioner. She listened attentively to my health concerns and guided me toward improvements without drastically changing my current lifestyle.
With her advice and herbal formulas, I saw amazing improvements in my physiological, emotional, and mental health.
I can’t recommend her enough.”
— Mai Nhia Yang
“I had a beautiful session with Katia. She is a magical human being, and the session with her was full of love and support.
I took a three-hour drive to Santa Cruz for an abdominal massage and received so much more than I expected. I left with clarity, inner peace, and a sense of resolution around what I had been struggling with.
It is hard to put into words what you can receive from a session with Katia. I recommend her very much.”
— Alejandra Barocio
“Katia is a phenomenal body intuitive with a healing touch. My favorite treatment is the abhyanga massage and herbal steam.
I continue to go back and receive massages from Katia because I feel so held, honored, and cared for. She really takes her time, thoroughly working with the different areas and layers of the body. She infuses her treatments with beautiful womb and energy healing as well as a deeply loving touch.
The space and feeling of her practice are incredibly beautiful, relaxing, and comforting. I couldn’t recommend it more highly.”
— Samantha Stelk
CEREMONY & CIRCLES
“I worked with Katia throughout my pregnancy to deepen my connection with the practices of Ayurveda and conscious pregnancy. As part of her offering, she facilitated a Mother Blessing ceremony for me and my baby, which was an incredibly transformative experience.
The ceremony created a deep connection with myself, my baby, and my preparation for birth. Katia gathered the dearest women in my life and created a sacred space filled with love and support.
Every moment was a true treasure—from the beautifully crafted altar to the heartfelt prayers and songs. Every element felt like a profound offering to this special time in life.
It felt like a rite of passage that all women should experience as they approach birth. The ceremony set my mind at ease, allowing me to slow down, relax, and feel truly honored to carry this little soul into the world.
I am immensely grateful for Katia’s wisdom and knowledge in pregnancy and birth, which enriched my journey in ways I will cherish forever.”
— Allie Powers
“Katia facilitated a beautiful Mother Blessing to celebrate me and my unborn daughter with a few close family and friends.
The ceremony was one of the most precious experiences of my pregnancy, and I will cherish that memory forever. I was so touched by the experience that I couldn’t hold back the tears—tears of pure joy.
I felt truly honored and empowered on my birthing journey through the Mother Blessing. Ten days later, my baby girl was born at home, and her birth was everything I had hoped for.
I also had the pleasure of receiving a postpartum Ayurvedic massage from Katia. It was incredibly healing and exactly what I needed during the postpartum time.”
— Kelly Brown
“I am so glad Katia offered to do a Mother Blessing for me. I didn’t know what to expect at first, but the blessing unfolded in such a beautiful way.
I felt very held and comforted by the sacred space Katia created for us. It really was something special that I didn’t even realize I needed.
The blessing was pure sweetness and full of beautiful energy. We felt so ready to embark on the journey of parenthood and leave behind our fears.
So much gratitude for you sharing your prayers, time, kind words, and beautiful voice with our family.”
— Shadaye
“Thank you so much for leading and guiding my sisters and me through this intentional Mama Blessing Ceremony. I am still riding the high vibrations from the weekend.
Being surrounded by love and care during my Mama Blessing was truly a gift. From the flower altar you made, to the foot bath, red thread ritual, songs, poems, and stories, I felt nurtured and supported in a way that I want all mamas to feel.
That rite of passage is so sacred, and you were able to hold space in a way that felt truly unique and magical.
I’m so grateful our paths met at this moment in time.”
— Lauren
“My Mother Blessing surrounded me with a tribe of beautiful women who came to fill me with love, support, and encouragement and help me feel mentally, physically, and emotionally ready to give birth.
Thank you to the women who came to fill me with love, for opening their hearts to me, for their friendship and care. Thank you for seeing me and reminding me of who I am and what I am capable of.
And a special thank you to Katia and Ari for organizing this unforgettable celebration for me.”
— Rose Hoyos
“I feel extremely honored that I got to experience Katia’s Seasons of Womb course. Katia created such a beautiful circle. The space allowed me to feel safe enough to share from a deeply vulnerable heart, and I felt in true community with all of the women who circled together.
Katia shared Celtic folklore that connected us to our own cycles and wombs, as well as the season we were in.
I would absolutely join the circle again. Katia has a true gift for creating a safe and beautiful community of sisterhood.”
— Chloe Newton
“My experience in this circle was so sweet and nourishing. Katia beautifully wove Celtic lore with the traditions of the Wheel of the Year and the womb cycles of the earth and our bodies.
I loved gathering and celebrating around the solstices and equinoxes and everything in between. My experience helped me embrace the changing seasons with ritual and a true honoring of the times.
This circle helped fill that longing and need to gather with women that so many of us feel—an important cornerstone of healing and remembrance.”
— Sheyna
“Katia sets a grounding tone and creates a space of safety. She shows us how to honor the earth through her mandala offerings and creates conversations that invite us to become curious about our bodies as women.
She enlivens us to use our voices through song and encourages us to dive deeper into the many roles and thresholds of womanhood—the maiden, mother, and grandmother.
She has shown us how to tend to the different parts of ourselves with tenderness, as well as the other women in our lives.
She is the truest example of how to show up authentically.”
— Katie M.