Unfiltered & Unapologetic: How Authenticity Built HeHe's Birth Empire {Interview with Tranquility By HeHe & The Birth Lounge}
If you’ve ever felt like you had to quiet your voice, shrink your personality, or follow the “rules” of birth work just to be taken seriously, this post is your permission slip to do the opposite.
In this episode of Loudmouth Lisa, I sit down with HeHe Stewart of Tranquility by HeHe and The Birth Lounge for one of the most honest conversations about authentic birth work I’ve ever had. Together, we explore what it really means to build a doula business that’s rooted in truth, autonomy, and alignment, not approval.
Breaking the Rules of Birth Work (and Building Something Real)
HeHe’s story is a masterclass in authentic leadership for birth workers. From her early days navigating the traditional birth world to creating a movement centered around education, empowerment, and self-trust, she’s living proof that being bold and different isn’t a liability, it’s your greatest advantage.
We talk about what happens when you stop trying to fit the mold and start building your doula business around your unique voice, story, and energy. Because when you lead with who you truly are, the right clients can finally recognize you.
Energy Over Credentials: Finding Alignment with Your Doula Clients
One of the most powerful parts of this conversation is our discussion about alignment in doula-client relationships. We dive into how to know when a client fit is right (and when it’s not), why your energy matters more than your certifications, and how showing up as your real self online attracts the kind of clients you’re meant to serve.
If you’ve ever questioned whether your bold opinions or big personality might “turn people off,” this is your reminder that authenticity is your marketing strategy. It’s what builds trust, visibility, and longevity in a crowded birth industry.
Pregnancy, Trust, and Self-Leadership: HeHe’s New Chapter
We also talk about HeHe’s current pregnancy journey and how it’s deepened her understanding of trust, surrender, and leadership as both a birth worker and a soon-to-be mom. Her insight offers a raw look at what it means to embody the same autonomy and confidence we encourage our clients to claim.
For Birth Workers Ready to Be Seen
This conversation is heartfelt, unfiltered, and full of wisdom for any doula, midwife, or birth professional who’s ready to build a business-and a life-rooted in realness.
If you’ve been craving the freedom to show up louder, bolder, and more you in your marketing and client relationships, this episode is your sign.
🎧 Listen to the full episode of Loudmouth Lisa featuring HeHe Stewart of The Birth Lounge, and get ready to redefine what success looks like in birth work.
