From Expecting to Empowered

At Joyful Entry Doula Services, we believe every mother deserves compassionate support, trusted guidance, and an empowering birth experience. Founded by Anissa Michele Muhammad, Joyful Entry was created to help women and families navigate pregnancy, labor, birth, and the postpartum journey with confidence and dignity. With more than 20 years of experience in nursing, public health, health education, and community advocacy, Anissa brings a unique blend of professional expertise and heartfelt care to every family she serves. Her educational background includes master's degrees in Human Services and Public Health, reflecting her lifelong commitment to improving health outcomes and supporting families through some of life's most important moments. Inspired by her passion for maternal and infant health, Anissa provides personalized support that honors each family's unique needs, values, and birth preferences. Whether assisting with birth planning, providing continuous labor support, offering postpartum guidance, or connecting families to valuable community resources, Joyful Entry Doula Services is dedicated to helping mothers feel informed, supported, and empowered. Our mission is simple: to create a joyful, safe, and nurturing entry into parenthood—one family at a time.