Refine and Shine with Angelina Rivera
"Refine and Shine" is a podcast that explores the world of continuous improvement and optimization, not just in business, but in all areas of life. Hosted by Angelina Rivera, each episode features insightful conversations with experts and thought leaders in various fields, providing practical tips and strategies for refining processes and shining in every aspect of life.
From time management to personal growth, from health and wellness to financial success, "Refine and Shine" is your go-to resource for inspiration and motivation. Our mission is to help you make positive changes and become the best version of yourself, no matter where you are in your journey.
Join us every week as we uncover the latest trends and share success stories, providing you with the tools you need to refine your processes and shine in all areas of your life. Whether you're a business owner, a professional, or simply someone looking to improve their well-being, "Refine and Shine" has something for you.
Refine and Shine with Angelina Rivera
Empowered Birth: Priya’s Journey from Physician to Full-Spectrum Doula
In this heart-centered episode of the Refine and Shine podcast, Angelina sits down with Priya Kaylan-Masih, a physician trained in Mexico and founder of Love Your Best Life, LLC, to explore her powerful journey into the world of doula services. From assisting laboring mothers in rural Mexican hospitals to launching a thriving doula business in the high desert of California, Priya shares the deep calling that led her to support over 80 families since her certification in January 2023.
💬 Topics We Cover:
- How Priya’s medical background and interpreter work shaped her doula practice
- The launch and mission behind Love Your Best Life, LLC
- What full-spectrum doula care really means—from prenatal to bereavement support
- Personal stories of loss and healing—and how they inspire deeper empathy
- The challenges women face as entrepreneurs, especially in underserved areas
- The truth about Medi-Cal and private insurance coverage for doula services
- Self-care, setting boundaries, and sustainable business growth
- Priya’s vision for postpartum groups and community education in the high desert
Angelina opens up about her own birth experience and expresses gratitude for the education Priya is bringing to communities that need it most. Together, they reflect on the emotional weight of loss and the power of showing up for others through grief and healing.
💡 If you’ve ever wondered what a doula really does—or why their role is so essential—this conversation is for you.
🔗 Connect with Priya:
Follow her journey and learn more about doula care: https://www.loveyourbestlifellc.com
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- Website: www.angelinarivera.com
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- Email: hello@angelinarivera.com
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