Sumreen Wasiq, Author at AMANI Birth

The Last Days of Pregnancy: Slowing Down & Trusting the Timing

Written By: Zeinab Uddin Those last days of pregnancy can feel really long. You're tired, you're heavy, you're ready, and at the same time, nothing is really happening yet. Every little feeling makes you pause and wonder, "Is this it?" And then the messages start… "Any signs?" "Baby here yet?" With all the questions coming your way, you start to feel that quiet anxiety. "What if labor doesn't start on its own?" It is such a restless space to be in. You've prepared, you've learned, you feel ready for labor, and now you're just waiting. And honestly, the waiting can [...]

Sumreen Wasiq2026-06-02T09:53:10+00:00Tags: Informed Decisions, Respect Physiology, WomenBodiesAreAmazing|0 Comments

The Trauma We Carry as Doulas — And the Healing We Often Neglect

Written By: Ayisha Chandni Doulas are trained to hold space for others. To stay calm in intensity. To support through uncertainty. To regulate the room when emotions rise. To witness birth in all its beauty and unpredictability. But what we rarely talk about is this: Who holds space for the doulas? Behind many compassionate birth workers are experiences that quietly stay with them long after the birth is over. The mother who felt unheard. The traumatic emergency. The loss we witnessed. The birth that did not unfold the way anyone hoped. The moments we had to remain composed, while emotions [...]

Sumreen Wasiq2026-06-02T08:59:55+00:00Tags: AMANI Birth Doula, Self Care|6 Comments

بریسٹ فیڈنگ، آرام اور ماں بچے کا تعلق: پہلے تین ماہ

Written By: Syeda Fakiha Zaidi نئی نویلی ماوں کے میسیجز آتے ہیں یا مختلف گروپس میں پوسٹنگ ہوتی ہے کہ بریسٹ فیڈنگ کے ساتھ گھریلو کام کاج کیسے کریں؟ بچہ چپکا رہتا ہے۔ فیڈ ہی کرتا رہتا ہے۔ کیا کروں؟ بات کریں تو پتا چلتا ہے کہ بچے کی عمر دس دن سے لیکر تین ماہ کے درمیان ہے۔ مجھے ماوؤں پر بہت پیار آتا ہے۔ انہیں ٹائم مینیجمنٹ کی ترکیبیں اور دو منٹ میں کام ختم کرنے کے ٹوٹکوں سے زیادہ سننے اور سمجھنے کا احساس چاہیے۔ پھر ان کی بجائے ان کے اردگرد موجود افراد سے بات کرنے [...]

Sumreen Wasiq2026-05-12T06:26:21+00:00Tags: Breastfeeding, Mothers&Babies|6 Comments

The Difference Between Sciatica & SI joint Dysfunction

Written By: Noor Rahim One may hear about sciatica so often that they’re tempted to label any “shooting pain” from the back as sciatica. However, there are varied sources of pain that stem from the back and due to their different origins, the diagnosis and treatment may vary. As doulas, and more specifically support persons, for our to-be mothers, it is important we encourage clients that have recurring painful bodily pain to follow with a physical therapist who will accurately diagnose and create a suitable treatment plan. Sciatica refers to pain that travels through the sciatica nerve from one’s lower [...]

Sumreen Wasiq2026-05-12T05:58:39+00:00Tags: Childbirth Education, Doulas, Nutrition & Physical Activity|15 Comments

Why Journaling Is Emotional First Aid During Pregnancy and Postpartum

Written By: Ayisha Chandni Pregnancy and postpartum are not just physical transitions. They are neurological and emotional recalibration. Hormones shift rapidly. Sleep is disrupted. Identity evolves. And in the middle of all this, a woman is expected to “adjust” often without structured emotional support. This is where something as simple as journaling becomes powerful. Not as a routine. But as emotional first aid. Research in expressive writing (notably by psychologist James W. Pennebaker) shows that writing about thoughts and emotions can reduce stress, improve mood, and support cognitive processing. It helps the brain organize overwhelming experiences into coherent narratives which [...]

Sumreen Wasiq2026-04-17T12:51:14+00:00Tags: Happy Mothers Happy Babies, Mothers&Babies|15 Comments

Dates and Labor: Finding Strength in Simple Nourishment

Written By: Zeinab Uddin There's something deeply comforting about the idea that in one of the most intense moments a woman can experience, she is guided towards something simple and nourishing. In the story of Maryam (peace be upon her), as she goes through the pain and vulnerability of childbirth, Allah says: {وَهُزِّي إِلَيْكِ بِجِذْعِ النَّخْلَةِ تُسَاقِطْ عَلَيْكِ رُطَبًا جَنِيًّا} "And shake towards you the trunk of the palm tree; it will drop upon you fresh, ripe dates." (19:25) SubhanAllah! in that moment, she is not given something complicated or out of reach. She is guided towards nourishment. Something natural, [...]

Sumreen Wasiq2026-04-17T12:06:07+00:0016 Comments

April and Informed Consent: Cesarean Awareness Month 2026

Written By: Dr Ummay Kulsoom Led by International Cesarean Awareness Network (ICAN), the month of April emphasizes the importance of evidence based care, informed consent, and empowering women to make the best decisions for their health and their babies. The purpose is to raise awareness about childbirth options, risk of Cesarean sections and to provide support for Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC). It aims at educating not only parents, but also healthcare providers about the risk and benefits of Cesarean as well as the importance of reducing unnecessary C-sections. It advocate for support for those who have experienced a C-section whether planned or [...]

Sumreen Wasiq2026-04-17T12:51:22+00:0013 Comments

The Hidden Cost of Fear in Pregnancy: How Education Saves Money, Stress & Interventions

Written By: Dr Umm Maryam Pregnancy is a natural and important journey, yet many women experience fear during this time. Fear of pain, fear of complications, or fear of doing something wrong - which can affect how mothers feel and the choices they make. While being careful is good, too much fear can create hidden costs; emotionally, physically, and financially. Many fears come from misinformation, negative stories, or not knowing what is normal in pregnancy. When mothers do not understand the changes happening in their bodies, small things can feel worrying. This uncertainty may lead mothers to choose extra tests [...]

Sumreen Wasiq2026-04-14T08:08:23+00:0022 Comments

A Ticking Time Bomb

Written By: Ibazainab Zeni The day a mom completes 40 weeks, why does everyone pretend as if she is a ticking time bomb? American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology (2019) and NHS UK (2022) say that only ~5% of women give birth on their due date. According to American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists ACOG, most first-time moms deliver between 40 and 41+5 weeks. If these are the statistics, then why is there so much rush once the mother hits 40 weeks? Inductions start being scheduled and the mother is constantly reminded of risks such as the placenta “aging and calcifying”, [...]

Sumreen Wasiq2026-02-15T15:59:25+00:0015 Comments

Pregnancy Care with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

Written By: Lalithambigai Satish Kumar Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome or PCOS is a condition of hormonal imbalance that changes how a female reproductive system or ovaries work. PCOS may start during the early teenage years, leading to missed or irregular menstrual cycles, obesity, extra hair on body and face, and acne on face. When a woman with PCOS undergoes a pelvic ultrasound, small sacs with liquid can be identified as cysts on her ovaries. Hence, the name polycystic -- which literally means having many cysts. If there is a question raised, “Does having PCOS affect my fertility?” The answer is yes [...]

Sumreen Wasiq2026-02-15T15:44:24+00:0012 Comments

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