For over 25 years, Delia Muhammad has been helping women embrace pregnancy
minus the fear.
As a speaker, psychotherapist, life coach, and birth educator, Delia has advised, counselled, and supported women and mothers through their fears in pregnancy and relationships. She is the founder of Pregnancy Without Fear, a podcast that offers resources and support for pregnant women.
As part of our Black Spotlight series in celebration of Black History Month, we at the Barking Enterprise Centre give the spotlight to Delia through a Q&A format as we get access to her work and challenges as both a black woman entrepreneur and as a birth educator.
Tell us more about Pregnancy Without Fear.
Pregnancy Without Fear is an online podcasting website for pregnant ones- interviewing health professionals in the maternity field who share their knowledge and skills to enhance the confidence of pregnant women.
What inspired you to start your own business?
My work started in 1995 and it has not stopped. With the internet, I am now able to connect with millions around the world.
How has your business changed or evolved since you first started it?
I started as a doula (birth partner), qualified as a midwife, international VBAC coach (Vaginal birth after caesarean) and podcast host. In some instances, I have been an online doula for labourers in other countries.
What do you think are the biggest challenges facing Black entrepreneurs today?
Connecting and communicating, as well as economics.
How do you balance running a business with other priorities in your life?
Set schedules and meetings for certain days and times
What advice would you give to people in the Black community who are thinking about starting their own business?
Find a MENTOR. Someone who is an expert (if possible). Someone who can see your vision and help it to grow.
We thank Delia for sharing her advocacy on birth education with the BEC this Black History Month. Truly, her methods have helped countless women to overcome their fears and embrace pregnancy with confidence. If you're looking for support during your pregnancy, or if you're struggling with fear or anxiety relating to it, reach out to Delia Muhammad through her website www.pregnancywithoutfear.com. You deserve to enjoy this special time in your life without fear holding you back.
