The Birth of ‘Aina Hanau…

I have been a caregiver for most of my life, working with humans in all forms, yet have always had an affinity towards holding space for women. After six years in a Colorado arts school, I had a hunger to explore and an adventurous spirit. I moved to Hawaii to study sociology and anthropology while working as a social worker in the only women’s shelter on the Big Island. While traveling and learning the importance the importance of human experience in relation with the land, I was lead to the ancient art of working in the birth space and became a doula. I am passionate about learning from others through an exploration of their cultural rituals, and I have a unique perspective when it comes to caring for others without judgement. From there, I studied energetic & herbal medicine with an emphasis on women’s reproductive health, mountain west plants, and menstrual wisdom. Making my way down to the Yucatan, I was taught Maya medicine and womb massage from traditional midwives and healers. In many cultures, the womb space is revered as sacred and considered the core of our exisitence.I establishes my business knowing the the name would soon come to me. I opened the Hawaiian dictionary for inspiration. On the first page stood the words ‘Aina Hanau. ‘Aina meaning land, and Hanau meaning birth. Birthplace. There my creation was born and continues to grow. Weaving in my skills, therapy techniques, and teachings to facilitate an empowering experience for all that I serve.