Shannon Costa is a Muslim woman trained as a birth doula and childbirth educator committed to supporting Muslim families in our community. She serves the Greater Chicago area. 

Shannon is a certified birth doula by the Doulas of North America (DONA) International. Shannon has also studied Women's Fiqh with Dr. Rania Awaad and designs her service in accordance with Islamic law and women's ritual purity. She believes in the therapeutic nature of trusted female support during childbirth and how necessary it is for any birth journey.

Most importantly, Shannon is committed to serving mothers going through this most intimate experience with care, comfort, encouragement, and respect no matter the outcome.