Birth Justice Care Fund Directory

Andrea Blanton (she/her/they)
Decatur, GA

Birth Birth Justice Care Fund Services: Full Spectrum Doula
Food Earth Birth

Andrea Blanton was born in Camp Lejeune, NC and grew up in both Chicago, IL and Phoenix, AZ. She witnessed her first birth at the age of 8 and immediately became aware of medical complications and the importance of culturally competent care. In 2006, she graduated with BA from Spelman College, in 2013 received her Community-Based Doula Certificate from First Families of GA and a Sustainable Urban Agriculture Certificate from HABESHA Inc. Andrea runs FOOD EARTH BIRTH influenced by southeastern seasonality, community vibes and divine whispers to assist in bringing forth new life via birth work, food offerings and herbalism. She was inspired to become of service to folx after experiencing postpartum depression in 2012. Her offerings have grown to assist all in their reproductive journey. From preconception, conception, pregnancy, birth, abortion, lost, postpartum care, single parenthood, whole meals and natural family care. She spends most of her time caring for her five children with support of co-parents and aunties, shopping at farmers markets, and assisting spiritual work. You can find her taking power naps, centering self-reflection while practicing pleasure.

Additional SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula

www.foodearthbirth.com

info@foodearthbirth.com

Atalya Rajahn (she/her)
Jonesboro, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND Services: Lactation Support Professional/Community Partner Organization
Liquid Gold Standard Perinatal Services

Atalya Rajahn is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and public health professional committed to advancing maternal wellness. She blends clinical expertise in lactation and perinatal nutrition with a passion for education and advocacy, creating supportive spaces where families can thrive. With years of experience in maternal and child health, Atalya’s work centers on equipping parents with knowledge, confidence, and holistic tools to nourish both body and bond.

LGS Perinatal Services is a maternal wellness–focused, community-based organization serving families across metro Atlanta. We provide comprehensive lactation care, perinatal nutrition support, and family-centered education designed to meet parents where they are. Through personalized consultations, workshops, and community programs, LGS empowers families to feel supported, informed, and prepared throughout pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. Our goal is to promote wellness and resilience by offering evidence-based, compassionate care that uplifts the whole family.

additional SERVICES: Certified Breastfeeding Specialist, IBCLC

email: info@lgsperinatalservices.com

www.lgsperinatalservices.com

Kristina Cheek (She/Her)
VALDOSTA, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND Services: Birth Doula
Sista Girl Birth Initiative

Kristina Cheek is the Founder and Executive Director of Sista Girl Birth Initiative, a community-based organization advancing Black maternal health and birth justice in Valdosta and rural South Georgia. A Black woman, mother of four, and longtime advocate, Kristina is deeply committed to improving birth, breastfeeding, and parenting outcomes for Black families while helping to heal and transform the perinatal experiences of Black women in her community .

Inspired by her own empowering birth experiences, Kristina became a trained doula through CAPPA and DONA International and later earned her Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) credential. She is currently pursuing certification as a Perinatal Mental Health Counselor (PMH-C). With over 16 years in birth work, Kristina views supporting families during pregnancy and birth as both an honor and a calling.

Additional Services: Doula, Lactation Counselor

(229)474-9741

Doulaw Park (she/ELLA)
Atlanta, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full spectrum doula
DPC LLC

I am a full spectrum doula. I am excited to support your transition into parenthood and offer 4 premium packages. I am experienced to be your emotional and physical guide through pregnancy into birth, whether you are non-binary, LGBTQIA+, have experienced loss, are an elected official or are politically active. I am trained by Southern doulas, midwives, and birth workers to bring compassionate care for better birth outcomes. I’m ready to help with birth plans, prenatal options, childbirth education, herbal remedies, self-care strategies, and organizational connections as you bring your baby into the world! As a member of SisterSong and Black Mamas Matter, my goal is to bring reproductive justice forth!

Additional Services: Full spectrum doula

doulawpark@gmail.com

parkcannon.com/doulawpark

Dwan Ashe (she/her)
Albany, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND Services: Birth Doula/Postpartum Doula
MerMama Birthwork Services

MerMama is a compassionate doula dedicated to empowering families with personalized birth and postpartum support. Passionate about holistic care, she nurtures confidence, comfort, and informed choices.

ADDITONAL SERVICES: Full spectrum doula

dwan@dwanelani.com

Jennifer Thompson (she/hers/her)
Loganville, Ga

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Lactation Support Professional
Inspiring T.L Beauty

I’m Jennifer Thompson, a devoted mother of four and a Certified Full Spectrum Doula dedicated to transforming the birth experience into one of grace, peace, and empowerment. My own journey through motherhood, including the powerful experience of delivering two of my children myself awakened a deep calling within me to guide and nurture other families through every stage of their journey to parenthood.

My path to birthwork began long before certification, rooted in a natural gift for caring, calming, and protecting those I love. Today, I bring that same intuitive warmth and professionalism to every client I serve. I understand firsthand how deeply birth can shape our lives. After enduring a personal experience where I felt unheard and unseen, I made a promise: to be the voice, the advocate, and the gentle strength that every birthing person deserves.

A Birth centered on serenity, safety, and soulful connection. My approach blends holistic care, evidence-based support, and deep emotional presence to help you feel confident, cherished, and completely supported. Whether you’re preparing for conception, pregnancy, birth, or postpartum recovery, I ensure your journey is handled with the utmost care, respect, and intentionality.

Inspiringtlbeauty1@gmail.com

Claudia "Cookie" Gonzalez (SHE/HERS/HER)
Decatur, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula
Cookie La Doula

Meet Claudia, affectionately known as Cookie! Claudia is a highly skilled and passionate doula who loves working with families and individuals during the prenatal, birth, and postpartum stages. She provides a caring and supportive approach by offering valuable resources, and traditional and spiritual support during a time when it is most needed. Beyond her professional work, she is a proud and loving Auntie to her amazing niece and nephew, whom she adores dearly. Claudia’s ultimate goal is to assist families on their unique journey by providing personalized support and resources that align with their pregnancy and birth preferences. With her knowledge, expertise, and warm personality, she is committed to making this special time in your life an empowering and fulfilling experience.

additional SERVICES: Full Circle Doula

www.cookieladoula.com

Doula@CookieLaDoula.com

JuJu James (she/her)
SAVANNAH,GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Community Partner Organization

Good JuJu Birth + Wellness Co.

Julia James is a full-spectrum doula, educator, and advocate who supports moms and birthing people in their journeys. She founded Good JuJu Birth + Wellness, blending birthwork with spiritwork and honoring ancestral care as a vital act of resistance.

With over five years of experience, Julia offers a trauma-informed, spiritually grounded approach rooted in dignity and cultural wisdom. Her personal experience with severe pregnancy complications, including hyperemesis gravidarum and postpartum hemorrhage, drives her advocacy for systemic change in maternal care.

Today, Julia empowers families with knowledge and tools to reclaim their care, mentors doulas, leads community-centered education initiatives, and advocates for expanded Medicaid coverage and culturally responsive postpartum care.

Additional SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula: Childbirth Educator

goodjujubirth@gmail.com

(312)401-1346

www.goodjujubirthco.com

Kenya C. Webb. MS (she/her)
Valdosta, Ga

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Postpartum Doula

Sista Girl Birth Initiative

Compassionate and skilled birth and postpartum doula, as well as co-founder of Sista Girl Birth Initiative, an organization dedicated to providing judgement-free, culturally responsive support to birthing people and their families. My work is grounded in respect, advocacy, and honoring the beauty and individuality of every birth experience. The journey into birthwork began with formal doula training through the Department of Public Health I was able to develope a strong foundation in maternal health, emotional support, and community-based care. Also, able to further strengthen my expertise through professional training with DONA International and Connect One, and advanced education as a Perinatal Patient Navigator through the Morehouse of School of Medicine. In addition to being trained as a doula, I am able to bring a powerful perspective as a master's-level social worker, allowing me to be able to emotionally connect with families while offering informed, trauma-aware, and compassionate care. As a professional my background enables me to support families holistically addressing emotional well being, advocacy, and access to resources throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. My mission is to educate, inform, inspire mothers to recognize their strength, beauty, power while feeling supported, heard, respected every step of their birthing journey.

Additional SERVICES: Health Educator/Family Support Specialist/Birth Doula

webb_Kenya@yahoo.com

Bianca Hamilton, LMSW, MM-MT-BC (she/her)
KENNESAW, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Maternal Mental Health Therapist

Open Door Talk LLC

Bianca serves her community as a Board-Certified Music Therapist of 10 years, a Certified Holistic Birth Doula by Birth Arts International, Licensed Social Worker in the state of Georgia, and Peer-Support Maternal Mental Health Advocate. Bianca obtained her Bachelor of Science degree from University of Houston in 2012 and then went on to pursue her Master’s in Music Therapy degree from Sam Houston State University, graduating in 2016. Bianca went on

to pursue a Master of Social Work degree from Delaware State University to advance her clinical skills with a completion in 2024.

Bianca’s specialties include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused, Bi/Multi-Racial Identity Development, Stress and Burnout, Grief & Loss, Pregnancy and Postpartum, Women’s Issues and Music Therapy. In her free time, she enjoys playing music, reading, volunteering, spending time outdoors, and tending to her garden.

(470)785-3370

bianca@opendoortalk.com

mckenzie mitcham (she/her)
union city, ga

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula

Respect THE doulaship

Hello there! Are you looking for a Holistic Full Spectrum Doula and Maternal Health Specialist who can support you throughout your birthing journey? Look no further my name is Mckenzie, most call me MAC! With my expertise in all types of births, especially VBACs, I can provide you with the care and comfort you need during this important time. My approach of using herbal and holistic methods, including aroma therapy and pressure point on the body, can help you feel more relaxed and at ease. Additionally, I prioritizes perinatal education and empowering my clients to advocate for themselves during birth. Whether you're planning a hospital, home, or birthing center birth, I can support you and your partner from every stage of pregnancy and labor. Don't wait any longer to experience the benefits of having a knowledgeable and compassionate doula by your side. Contact me today and take the first step towards a positive birthing experience!

Additional services: full spectrum doula. maternal health specialist

Instagram

mckenziemitcham@gmail.com

Michelle Singleton (she/her)
East Point, Ga

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Lactation Support Professional

Mother Moon

Michelle Singleton is a Full-Spectrum Doula, Maternal Health Consultant, Herbalist and maternal health advocate. Upon moving to Atlanta, Michelle dove into birth work by learning about its racist history while studying alternative healing modalities. Michelle is dedicated to supporting families through a holistic and evidence-based framework during one of their most transformational and sacred times of their lives. After a traumatic birth experience, Michelle was motivated to support families mentally, physically, and spiritually through their birthing and postpartum journey. She believes that perinatal education, combined with self-advocacy, encouraging gentle birth, while building a sustainable support system, can help improve birth outcomes. Michelle is a nurturing mother to Moon and Mars.

www.themichellesingleton.com/doula

Mothermoonservices@gmail.com

Khye blue (they/them)
Atlanta, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Postpartum Doula

Kuluntu Reproductive Justice Center

Khye Blue (they/them) is an unapologetic southern queer Black femme who enjoys yoga, building community, laughing, subverting the gender binary, and reminding people that they can fire their doctors. Khye is a full spectrum sacred transition guide, entrepreneur, healer, consultant, and educator working toward a world in which Black queer and trans people, women, and femmes can live, thrive, and raise healthy families freely within a healthy community. Learn more about Khye and their work at http://kuluntu.center.

Additional services: Full spectrum doula and childbirth educator

http://kuluntu.center/

kuluntu.rjc@gmail.com

Safira Zayas (She/her)
Atlanta, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Loss and Bereavement doula
Spa DoulahLah dba Birth Responders

Safira Zayas is a driven entrepreneur, mother of four, and proud grandmother, focused on improving maternal care to reduce maternal mortality rates. She founded Birth Responders & Spa Doulah-Lah, offering specialized perinatal services. A New Yorker, Safira is actively involved in advocacy, co-founding the Community Midwives National Alliance, actively serving on the Midwives Over Georgia Legislative Committee and advocating for midwifery pathways in Georgia. With a background in doula work, massage therapy, and emergency medical services, Safira is dedicated to creating positive change locally and globally. And most importantly supporting mothers through gestation and assisting in successful birth outcomes.

Additional services: Doula, Massage Therapist, Midwife Asst, EMT

Szayas@birthresponders.com

LaCresha Cunningham, LCSW (She/her)
Atlanta, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Maternal Mental Health Therapist

Healing Sacred Scars Holistic Wellness

LaCresha “Cree” Cunningham, LCSW is a passionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Authenticity Coach, and Spiritualist with a primary focus on mental health and wellness. With over ten years of experience in social services, Ms. Cunningham has walked in her purpose, to intuitively help heal emotional and psychological scars. She founded Healing Sacred Scars so she could assist clients as they birth new phases of life rooted in purpose. In her words, “I sit at the intersection of spirituality, mental health, physical health, and culture, creating a sacred space where healing happens in authenticity and individuality.”

Her framework rejects a "cookie cutter" approach, by utilizing culturally specific designs, clinically relevant strategies, and evidence-based practices through a holistic lens. The vision is to provide space for clients to undergo a process of growth and self-discovery through behavioral and mental transformation. The intended result is to recall one’s authentic self, heal and celebrate the journey to fulfillment.

LaCresha is currently licensed in three states and holds certificates and specialized training in military social work, perinatal mental health, and grief therapy. LaCresha is a current PhD Candidate in the esteemed Whitney M. Young Jr. School of Social Work at Clark Atlanta University. She obtained a Master of Social Work degree at the University of Southern California and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication, Media Arts, and Theatre at Chicago State University. She is the Mama of two spectacular sons, an avid traveler, a proven foodie, and is dedicated to lifting the vibration of the Earth through her work, writing and prayer.

Additional services: Emotional Coaching and Support, Doula Support, Group Support, Pregnancy/Infant Loss Support

lcunni@healingsacredscars.com

www.healingsacredscars.com

Kaci Griffin (Sher/Her)
Atlanta, Ga

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Birth Doula
Labor With Kaci

My passion as a birth professional is creating positive, empowering experiences for families, children, and babies. With a background in Social Work, a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, a Master’s in Human Services, and graduation as a Community Midwife, I bring both academic knowledge and hands-on expertise to my work.

I’ve always learned best through service growing professionally while helping others. In my work with both teen mothers and adults, I discovered innovative and creative ways to keep my clients motivated and engaged throughout their journey. That commitment to education and empowerment is what inspired me to begin this path.

Through my experiences with teens especially, I recognized a critical need for accessible education before birth. That realization led me to pursue doula training, equipping me with the skills to educate, advocate, and address the disparities that affect my community. Today, my mission is to stand in the gap offering compassionate support, evidence-based education, and advocacy that saves lives and transforms birth experiences.

Additional Services: Full spectrum Doula and Midwifery Educator

Laborwithkaci@gmail.com

(470)406-1541

https://www.laborwithkaci.com/

Makayla Walker (She/Her)
Madison, Ga

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Birth Doula and Postpartum Doula
Postpartum Warriors

Makayla Walker is a champion for maternal health. Her journey began after the birth of her first son, Ej, in 2020. A week after giving birth, she found herself in the ICU fighting for her life. Once home, she struggled with severe postpartum mental issues. She eventually picked herself up and turned her lemons into sweet lemonade. She started her organization,Postpartum Warriors, to help others along their pregnancy and postpartum journey. She is affiliated with many organizations here in Georgia like HOPE For Georgia Moms and the Georgia Perinatal Quality Collaborative. She has been trained as a Patient Family Partner through Mommas Voices. She earned her Doula and Perinatal Patient Navigator certification from Morehouse Maternal Health Equity Center. Makayla is passionate about helping other families in their pregnancy and postpartum journey. When she is not assisting families, she is busy raising her sons, Ej and Ean, and spending time with her family.

Additional Services: Perinatal Patient Navigator, Doula

Makaylawalkerppworkbook@gmail.com

Sharri Anderson (She/Her)
Albany, Ga

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula
IV You Doula Services

I am a Full Spectrum Doula and Certified Childbirth Educator with Afro-Caribbean roots, serving families in Southwest Georgia as a Perinatal Patient Navigator. I’ve been doing the work of a BirthWorker unintentionally for 18 years, but for the past 2 years I’ve been walking fully in this authority. This work comes natural to me—I was born a nurturer, and supporting families through pregnancy and postpartum is both my calling and my joy. As a mother of four, I know firsthand the importance of community care, and I bring that same spirit to the families I walk alongside. My role allows me to cultivate spaces of support, empowerment, and love for both my children and my clients.

Additional Services: PPN, CBD

ivyoudoula@gmail.com

https://brand.site/ivyoudoula

(229)449-6890

Wanda Lee (She/Her)
CONYERS, Ga

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Postpartum Doula/Lactation Support Professional
Ask Wanda

While studying Hotel, Restaurant, & Tourism Management in college, I joined the “learn in farm” mentorship program. There, I witnessed a significant problem: the fresh food grown by students on campus frequently suffered from spoilage in the cooler and had to be discarded. This produce was underutilized as compost instead of being distributed to hungry families and pregnant women who could benefit from it.

Motivated to find a solution, I developed a proposal for the program director. My idea was for students to raise funds and reduce waste by offering a monthly, low-cost fresh food box subscription. This service would be available to local restaurants, OB/GYN offices, WIC participants, senior centers, and families residing in designated food deserts where food insecurity was highest.

The proposal was approved, and for three consecutive years, I was responsible for organizing the online payment platforms, managing volunteers and distribution channels, which generated a major buzz within the community. During this hands-on experience, I realized just how many expectant mothers lacked access to locally grown fruits and vegetables. This realization became the catalyst for my journey in birth worker, postpartum wellness nutrition.

Additional Services: Breastfeeding Specialist, Certified Birth Doula (CBI), PSI Mental Health Educator, ServSafe Instructor & Registered Proctor

askwandaconsulting@gmail.com

(678) 641-7129

Patricia Prime, RN, CPD, IBCLC
Byron, Ga

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Lactation Support Professional/Community Partner Organization

It Takes A Village - Maternal Health Expo, Inc.

Patricia Prime is the owner of Prime BabyTime Consulting and the Executive Director of It Takes A Village – Maternal Health Expo, Inc. She is a Registered Nurse, Certified Postpartum Doula, and International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant. Patricia describes herself as the bridge between the hospital and the home.

She has a Bachelor’s in Infant and Child Development, a Bachelor of Nursing, and an MBA with a Healthcare concentration.

As a Nurse Home visitor and Supervisor, Patricia has over 20 years of experience working with expecting families and families with children in the home under the age of 3.

She created the It Takes a Village – Maternal Health Expo event. In this space, she brings together agencies from within the community caring for the maternal population. The goal is to raise awareness of the maternal health crisis we face in our state and our community. We also teach the Village/community how to keep the maternal family safe. Unless they understand, there will be no need for change.

Patricia currently resides in Middle,GA.

pbabytimec@gmail.com

(478)951-5301

https://pbabytimec.com/

Ashley Simone MSW, CBS (SHE/HER)
ATLANTA, Ga

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Postpartum Doula

Watas Child

Birth work is a reminder of the innate wisdom our bodies carry. Formally trained as a social worker with experience in substance abuse treatment, autism spectrum disorder, and play therapy, Ashley’s work as a lactation professional is one of the ways she continues to honor the lineage she comes from. Ashley uplifts the wisdom of those who came before her through continued learning and implementation of the wisdom she acquires along the journey. Ashley’s path to lactation arose when she saw societal deficits within caring and feeding our birthing persons, infants, and respective families. She simply decided that something needed to be done firsthand and began the journey to birth work and lactation support. Ashley incorporates social justice, advocacy, community engagement, ancestral wellness, nutrition, and empowerment as pillars for the lactation journey. She’s a firm believer that nurturing our children creates long lasting change for generations to come.

wataschild@gmail.com

(718)926-0259

juneplumapothecary.com

Brittany Zania Mathis (she/her)
COVINGTON, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/ Birth Doula

Sacred Wombs Doula Service

Hi, I’m Brittany Zania, a certified Childbirth Educator through Matrona and a ProDoula-trained birth professional with over nine years of experience walking alongside families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. I’m also a proud mother of four, and I bring both personal and professional wisdom to every family I serve.

Through Sacred Wombs Doula Services, I’ve had the honor of partnering with organizations such as Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies, SisterSong Birth Justice Care Fund, and the Atlanta Doula Collective—each experience deepening my mission to provide compassionate, culturally grounded, and evidence-based support.

I’m deeply passionate about birth education and advocacy, especially within the Black maternal health community. I believe that every family deserves to be seen, heard, and empowered. My work centers around creating safe, sacred spaces where mothers and birthing people can trust their bodies, their choices, and their voices.

Birth is not just a moment—it’s a movement, and I’m honored to be part of yours.

https://sacredzania.mobirisesite.com/

Zania1234@yahoo.com

(678)754-7780

Chelsie 'Neriyah' Jackson (SHE/HER)
JONESBORO, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Loss and Bereavement doula

Amina's Birth Wisdom

Peace my name is Neriyah.

I am a Doula because Spirit told me to be. It was while grieving my daughter that TMH spoke to me and said to be the change I wished to see. Be a doula. I said a what?? Lol that started my journey to discovering an important reason for being on this earth. Each birth Ive experienced taught me something new that I wish to share with you. From my first induced birth, second spontaneous but medicated birth, third spontaneous non medicated hands off quick birth that the doctor had no time to prepare and witness, fourth emergency csestion which ended in her passing because it was too early and I didn't know how to advocate for myself nor did I have support all the way to my 5th home birth with a midwife and 3 doulas! Each birth was TOTALLY different & necessary for me to know how to help my mothers have a spiritually guided, peaceful birth no matter the outcome, because a birth that u feel empowered by, will put a smile on your face no matter how long ago it was. Knowing u did your best, with good support is top tier.

Additional SERVICES: Spiritual Advisor

Chelsie_jackson@ymail.com

(612)403-9960

Kimberly "Kiba" Alexander
Rex, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Postpartum Doula

Black Womb Holistic Birth Keeping

Kimberly "Kiba" Alexander, a passionate and experienced doula, brings a wealth of life experience to her work. As a wife, mother of two daughters, and grandmother to a precious grandson, she deeply understands the profound journey of motherhood. Driven by a desire to provide the support she wished she had during her own motherhood journey, Kiba embarked on her path in birth work. This personal experience fuels her commitment to providing comprehensive and compassionate support to expectant and new parents.

Kiba is a proud graduate of the Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies Building Perinatal Support Professionals program, where she honed her skills and deepened her knowledge of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. A lifelong learner, Kiba is currently a traditional midwifery apprentice studying under an amazing traditional Grand Midwife. She is also deeply invested in exploring natural healing modalities, such as Reiki and prenatal yoga along with actively pursuing studies in herbalism. Kiba believes in holistic care, continuous growth, and strives to create a safe and supportive environment where mothers can feel empowered to make informed choices about their bodies and their babies.

blackwombandgreenthumb@gmail.com

(678)327-9829

Sylvester Pierce (he/him)
COLLEGE PARK, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Postpartum Doula

YOUnity Birthwork

Younity Birthwork was created from the pure passion and education of Sylvester Pierce. His passion was ignited from the birth of his seven nephews, with the privilege of witnessing two being born and assisting with one. While supporting his sister cope with a miscarriage, he realized the need of maternal care within the community. Thus, he began his birthwork journey in 2015. He sought out the counsel of local doulas and midwives and was blessed with the knowledge of their gifted hands, hearts and experiences.

In 2023 he graduated from Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies’ Building Perinatal Support Professional program, and obtained his first doula certification with Earth Mama Naturals. The second certification and lifelong mentorship is through Innerlight Houlistic under Shaconna Haley. He is also Quantum Doula and Community Breastfeeding Specialist certified.

His organization, Younity Birthwork, centers the mother’s decisions and emotions, advocates for positive reproductive health and justice, and supports the entire family from pre-conception to postpartum.

Sylvesterpierce2011@gmail.com

Younitybirthwork.org

Danielle Lyles Barton (she/her)
ATLANTA, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Postpartum Doula/Loss and Bereavement doula

Blooming All Over

Danielle is an alchemist, tending to life's most vulnerable and sacred transitions-birth, loss, and rebirth. As a loving guide, she invites families to reclaim what has always been theirs: sacred care, deep rest, and the right to heal fully. She is a certified full-spectrum birth worker with degrees in Psychology, Biology, and Public Health. Having spent 15+ years of intense study in holistic health, she incorporates several modalities into her practice, including yoga, breathwork, herbalism, steaming, and energy work. Her journey includes spending 4 years in Asia learning eastern medicine, several months in Tanzania, and studying traditional African healing practices with renowned teacher Queen Afua. Danielle has had the privilege to learn from esteemed teachers such as Latham Thomas, Summayah Franklin, Panquetzani, and Whapio. Danielle's work has been blessed by Afro-Colombian traditional midwives in Buenaventura, Colombia, reinforcing her commitment to her calling. Danielle is here to hold you in the tender places where words often fall short-whether you're navigating the rawness after birth, the ache of loss, or the quiet in-between spaces that few people talk about. Her purpose is to honor the wisdom woven into your body and create a space where you feel deeply seen, supported, and nourished.

www.bloomingallover.co

hello@daniellelylesbarton.com

(916)628-2254

Jamayka Webb (she/her)
riverdale, Georgia

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula and Lactation Support Professional

Birth and Beyond: Family Connections

jamaykawebb@yahoo.com

https://www.instagram.com/forbirthandbeyond/?igsh=eWRjcWwxaXV4eXRo&utm_source=qr#

Phylicia Price, FSD, PPN (she/her)
Albany, Georgia

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Birth Doula

Pure Intentions Maternal Services

Greetings! My name is Phylicia Price. I am a fruitful mother of four. My love for maternal health flowed in as a little girl watching the women in my family assist other women in their pregnancy journey, labors and deliveries. At that time, it was what I was used to. I thought we all helped mothers. My love for the space grew and never left me even as I went on to do other things throughout life. One day I decided to follow my heart and began my education in maternal health with badoula trainings. I attended numerous other educational spaces and eventually graduated from Morehouse College. Advocating & assisting families in my community while working beside other beautiful souls is an unexplainable love. Helping families is a honor and I'm grateful to assist the ones that are called to me.

pureintentionsmaternalservices@gmail.com

(229)432-4959

Danielle Allen (she/her)
McDonough, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: BIRTH DOULA/Postpartum Doula
Soleful Support

Danielle Allen is a passionate birth doula and maternal health advocate dedicated to supporting families with evidence-based care and community-centered advocacy. She is the owner of Soleful Support (a pun that promotes her love of sneakers) and enjoys community engagement when she’s not with a birth client. She strives to empower birthing individuals by providing compassionate, informed support during pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. Her own journey as a parent includes a cesarean birth followed by a VBAC, which deepened her commitment to helping families navigate their own unique birth experiences.

Danielle recently completed training in the Morehouse School of Medicine Center for Maternal Health Equity Perinatal Patient Navigation program, expanding her ability to guide families through the healthcare system with a focus on reducing disparities in Black maternal health. Additionally, she is becoming certified as an ACTT Facilitator through the Black Coalition for Safe Motherhood to teach and equip parents with the knowledge to make informed decisions about their care and build self-advocacy skills.

Danielle believes in the power of education, advocacy, and community support to improve birth outcomes and postpartum experiences. Her goal is to create a safe, inclusive space where families feel heard, valued, and empowered.

daniellethedoula@yahoo.com

“Dorcas da Doula” Tabatha (she/her/HERS)
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Postpartum Doula/Loss and Bereavement doula
Dorcas Doula Initiative

My name is Tabatha Trammell, my project is “Dorcas Doula Initiative” Dorcas is Hebrew for Tabatha. I specialize in full spectrum doula, prison doula and trainer, an abortion doula support. I have received my training through the Mama Glow Foundation,Common Sense Childbirth training ( Jennie Joseph) an a host of other certifications geared toward maternal health and the well being of our BIPOC communities. My choice to serve in this capacity comes from a lack of support in my own lived experience. I champion myself on being able to work in challenging diverse populations while addressing my inner trauma. I’m certified through Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies foundation of Georgia to train the trainer doula training. This training provides ongoing support for our community doula’s and clients.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES: Full Spectrum Prison Doula

trammell.tabatha5@gmail.com

(678)334-6070

www.womanwithaplan.info

adrienne cabral (she/her)
conley, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Birth Doula/Postpartum Doula
Mothers & Babies First

I am a Labor and Postpartum Doula and the founder of Mothers & Babies First, providing comprehensive perinatal support to people throughout the Atlanta metropolitan area and surrounding counties. My work is grounded in birth justice principles and centers respectful, nonjudgmental, and no-bias care. I meet each person where they are, honoring individual identities, values, and informed choices across pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period.

I provide continuous labor support and postpartum care that includes physical comfort measures, emotional support, evidence-based education, advocacy within medical settings, newborn care education, and postpartum recovery support. I specialize in supporting people experiencing VBACs, gestational diabetes, hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, teen pregnancy, natural births, transgender and gender-diverse pregnancies, and grief or pregnancy loss.

I am committed to reducing maternal and infant health disparities by supporting people who face systemic barriers to care.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES: CLD,CPD

Mothersandbabiesfirst@yahoo.com

(470)662-0068

www.mothersbf.com

alicia hurtt (she/her)
bainbridge, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Birth Doula/Postpartum Doula
I See My Baby Inc.

Alicia Hurtt is a certified doula, life coach, author, and the founder of I See My Baby Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women and families through holistic wellness and advocacy. With roots in Trinidad and Barbados, Alicia draws from her rich cultural heritage and personal journey of overcoming infertility, depression, and loss to inspire others to heal and live authentically. As a wife, mother of four, and minister, she blends faith, compassion, and purpose in all she does.

In January 2025, Alicia will open the first I See My Baby Women’s Wellness Center in Bainbridge, GA—offering wraparound care to decrease maternal health disparities, promote healing, and strengthen families. She also leads annual women’s retreats, teaches about fertility and self-care, and provides personalized support to women navigating the challenges of conception, pregnancy, and motherhood.

A natural encourager and servant leader, Alicia’s work centers on the belief that every woman deserves to feel seen, supported, and whole. Her mission is to help others birth not just babies, but their dreams—transforming pain into purpose and leaving a legacy of faith, resilience, and love for generations to come.

www.iseemybaby.org

ALLY WILLIAMS (she/her)
LITHONIA, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Postpartum Doula/Lactation Support Professional
Brown Bosom Babies, LLC

Brown Bosom Babies, LLC is a Black-owned, community-centered perinatal support practice providing birth and postpartum doula services, lactation counseling, and childbirth education. Founded by Alison Williams, a nursing student at Georgia State University, Brown Bosom Babies was created to support families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period with culturally affirming, evidence-based care.

Alison specializes in supporting Black and brown families, first-time parents, and those navigating breastfeeding, recovery, and early parenthood. Her approach centers compassion, education, and advocacy—meeting families where they are and helping them feel informed, confident, and supported. Brown Bosom Babies is committed to improving maternal and infant health outcomes while creating safe spaces for families to learn, heal, and thrive.

alisonpe424@gmail.coM

(770)743-8744

https://linktr.ee/brownbosombabiesllc

CASSENDA NELSON (she/her/HERS)
CAMILLA, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Postpartum Doula
I & A Divyne Purpose Inc.

Cassenda Nelson is a certified doula, community health worker, and rural justice advocate rooted in Southwest Georgia. As founder of I & A Divyne Purpose Inc., she leads healing-centered programs that support families across 14 counties with trauma-informed care, resource navigation, and culturally grounded education. Her work uplifts Black, rural, and underserved communities through birth support, community organizing, and intentional partnership building. Cassenda blends ancestral wisdom, professional training, and lived experience to offer compassionate, accessible care to those navigating birth, loss, and life transitions. She is committed to ensuring that every family regardless of income, background, or circumstance receives support with dignity, clarity, and love.

purposedivyne@gmail.com

HALLE' (she/her/HERS)
COLLEGE PARK, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Birth Doula
Inner Nuru, LLC

Hallé graduated from Clark Atlanta University with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Social Work. Certified through The Matrona as a Holistic Birth Doula, she is a true advocate for self-healing and wellness. Her passion for healing began early, growing up with a mother who served as a substance abuse counselor for homeless individuals. That foundation instilled in her a deep love and care for others.

Her curiosity about human behavior led her to study psychology and social work, where she experienced the beauty and richness of HBCU culture. After volunteering at a summer camp for children in foster care, Hallé discovered her passion for helping those impacted by trauma, especially in the areas of mental, emotional, and sexual healing.

Now, her focus has evolved to supporting women, particularly Black women, through pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. Since becoming a certified Holistic Doula in 2019, Hallé continues to dedicate her work to advocacy, education, and compassionate care. She believes that every woman deserves to feel empowered, supported, and nurtured as she brings new life into the world.

innernuru@gmail.com

(678)879-2824

https://innernuru.com

JANITA WILEY, LMSW (she/her/HERS)
SNELLVILLE, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Maternal Mental Health Therapist
MadeMind Wellness | Steady Hope

I believe to sit with another’s story is a sacred trust. We do not come to therapy because we are broken—we come because we are human. Within the tender places of motherhood, the unspoken ache of family, and the quiet struggles of the self, there is a strength waiting to rise. In our therapy, I will hold space for that strength, remind you of your wholeness, and walk beside you as you step fully into the life that has always been yours.

You might find yourself here feeling anxious, exhausted, or unsure of who you are in the middle of motherhood. Maybe you’re navigating postpartum depression, the overwhelm of caring for multiples, or the quiet fears that come with pregnancy or parenting while living with HIV. Together, we’ll make sense of what feels heavy, strengthen your support systems, and help you reconnect with the parts of yourself that feel lost or buried.

I’m a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Georgia with advanced training in perinatal and maternal mental health. My work blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care, and Mindfulness to support women in finding balance, healing, and self-compassion through every stage of motherhood.

wileyjanita@gmail.com

(404)590-7826

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/janita-wiley-decatur-ga/1600546

JOANNA JACKSON (she/her)
ALBANY, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Postpartum Doula | Maternal Mental Health Therapist
The Guardian Parent Support Services

Joanna Jackson, Community-Based Doula and Perinatal Navigator. Trainer and Maternal Mental Health Specialist supporting moms through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES: PPN, Patient Perinatal Navigator, CBD, Community Based Doula

connectthedots229@gmail.com

https://www.facebook.com/share/1ADBCz13p6/?mibextid=wwXIfr

LEAH MAILLE (she/her)
STONE MOUNTAIN, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Birth Doula/Postpartum Doula
Breath in Birth

I honor my great grandmother who was a midwife and pediatrician in the village of Mpwapwa, Tanzania; who ushered babies Earthside with traditional pracitices and instinctive wisdom. In her spirit, I birthed two beautiful babies in the comfort of my own home, with the support of midwives.

I was led to this work after the birth of my beloved niece, Zahra. Upon completing a comprehensive doula training, I chose to continue my education and attended Emory University’s Registered Nurse program. I have experience in women’s health caring for & supporting birthing people through the pocess of pregnancy, labor & immediate postpartum, both as a doula & a registered nurse. I have also been trusted to help in the healing process of those who have experienced breast cancer, ovarian cancers, C-sections, among various other surgeries.

I am honored and grateful to be trusted in these transformative spaces.

As your doula, I meet you where you are. We will discuss your needs and wants for your birth & will co-create a plan to support your vision. Everything you need is within.

Together we will explore & excavate your internal strength to guide you during this divine rite of passage.

Doulalbm@gmail.com

(860)797-7039

https://breathinbirth.my.canva.site/

Oyatalade Opanani (she/her)
MABLETON, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Loss and Bereavement doula
Ebonically Holistic

Oyàtaladé Òpánaní is a full-spectrum and bereavement doula, ancestral healing practitioner, and sacred transitions guide supporting families through the most vulnerable thresholds of life: birth, postpartum, loss, identity shifts, and the quiet grief no one warns you about. Her work honors the truth that transition is ceremony, and every chapter deserves informed, compassionate care.

As a birth doula, she centers advocacy, education, and nervous-system safety. She helps parents navigate medical systems without losing their voice, breathe through intensity without abandoning themselves, and enter labor with both ancestral confidence and evidence-based clarity. Her approach blends somatic grounding, breathwork, ritual language, and practical comfort measures to reduce trauma and amplify agency.

In postpartum care, she prioritizes nourishment, lactation support, emotional integration, sleep strategies, and community resourcing. She rejects the culture that glorifies bouncing back and instead protects the sacred slowness required to heal and bond. Her support extends to partners, siblings, and family systems, recognizing birth reshapes everyone.

As a bereavement doula, she holds miscarriage, stillbirth, termination, and silent grief with reverence offering ceremony, witnesseship, and tools for integration.

She doesn’t simply support transitions; she consecrates them protecting the body, honoring the spirit, and anchoring the lineage that arrives through each breath.

www.ebonicallyholistic.org

Oyatalade@ebonicallyholistic.org

ROSALIND JACOBS (she/her)
ATLANTA, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Birth Doula
Chic of Wellness, LLC

Rosalind Jacobs is a certified birth doula through DONA International, licensed massage therapist, and registered yoga instructor with a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling. With a holistic approach that blends bodywork, mindfulness, and emotional support, Rosalind is passionate about empowering mothers through every stage of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care.

Her mission is to create a calm, nurturing environment where mothers feel seen, supported, and confident in their birthing journey. Rosalind integrates her background in wellness, therapy, and movement to help clients experience balance, comfort, and connection as they welcome new life into the world.

Chicofwellness@gmail.com

THIESHA BADIE (she/her)
PORT WENTWORTH, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Birth Doula/Postpartum Doula
Thiesha The Doula LLC

Thiesha Badie is a Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula devoted to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to families throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum journey. She believes that birth is sacred — a deeply transformative experience that deserves to be honored with respect, care, and intentional support. Drawing on her extensive experience with a wide range of birth settings and outcomes, Thiesha offers informed, nonjudgmental guidance tailored to each family’s unique needs.

Her expertise spans all types of births, with a special focus on supporting VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) families. Thiesha provides reassurance, education, and advocacy to help clients feel confident and empowered in their birth choices. She works closely with parents to foster calm, clarity, and trust throughout the birthing process, ensuring they feel seen, heard, and supported every step of the way.

Through her work, Thiesha combines professionalism with genuine care, helping families transition smoothly into parenthood. She is passionate about creating meaningful and positive birth experiences that honor both the physical and emotional journey of bringing new life into the world. Thiesha remains committed to ensuring that every family she serves feels respected, informed, and empowered.

Tbadie@Thieshathedoula.com

(706)668-7257

www.thieshathedoula.com

TERESSA (KAYE) INGRAM(she/her)
RIVERDALE, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula
My Reflections Doula Services

I have more than 20 + years of experience with helping and supporting families through births, miscarriages, abortions and other life changing events. I gained a great deal of that experience through working in women’s healthcare and pediatrics. I am a certified doula. I received my credentialing through the National Black Doulas Association

tingramk@yahoo.com

(770)378-9096

WWW.Myreflectionsdoulaservices.com

Tosha Harris, RN, CBS, IBCLC (she/her)
WARNER ROBINS, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Birth Doula/Lactation Support Professional
Loving Arms Family Support

Hi, I’m Tosha Harris — a Registered Nurse and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant based in Warner Robins, Georgia. For more than fifteen years, I’ve had the honor of walking alongside families during one of the most powerful seasons of life: welcoming a new baby.

My background as a labor & delivery nurse and lactation consultant allows me to bring both medical knowledge and heartfelt support into the room. I’m certified in fetal monitoring, neonatal resuscitation, stabilization, advanced life support, and more — but beyond the credentials, my passion is helping families feel informed, prepared, and deeply cared for.

I call myself a Labor Consultant because my role is bigger than the word doula. I’m here to guide you through birth planning, advocate for your wishes, support you through labor, and make sure you step into parenthood feeling confident and empowered. Whether you’re dreaming of a natural birth, navigating hospital options, or wanting a smoother transition into breastfeeding, I’ll be right beside you.

Together, we’ll focus on your goals, your voice, and your beautiful journey into parenthood.

toshaharris@lovingarmsfamilysupport.com

(478)870-2349

www.lovingarmsfamilysupport.com

Travease "Vee" Bowie (she/her)
GRIFFIN, GA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Postpartum Doula
Peace, Love, and Sage

Vee is a devoted postpartum doula and maternal mental health peer support specialist, passionate about guiding mothers through the transformative journey of childbirth and early motherhood. She empowers mothers to reconnect with their bodies, honor their emotional and spiritual well-being, and embrace the evolving identities that come with becoming a parent.

Through compassionate, individualized support, Vee helps mothers navigate the joys and challenges of postpartum life, offering practical tools for self-care, unique offerings such as placenta burials, emotional balance, and confidence in parenting. Her approach blends evidence-based practices, holistic wellness, and nurturing guidance to create a safe space where mothers feel seen, supported, and respected.

Vee works closely with mothers to foster connection, self-compassion, and empowerment, helping them embrace their unique journey with intention and grace. She is dedicated to building trust, encouraging growth, and supporting each mother’s personal path toward balance and well-being.

With a commitment to empathy, empowerment, and authentic connection, Vee ensures that every mother she supports feels honored as both a woman and a parent, guiding them to cultivate resilience, confidence, and joy in this pivotal chapter of life.

peaceloveandsage@gmail.com

www.peaceloveandsage.com

april hickman (she/her)
Louisville, Kentucky

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula
My Fairy Doula

April Hickman is a mother, community doula, and advocate whose work is rooted in care, liberation, and collective growth. As the founder of My Fairy Doula, she is dedicated to creating spaces where families, birth workers, and communities can heal, learn, and rise together. Her journey has been shaped by a deep commitment to reproductive justice, food sovereignty, and cooperative economics, ensuring that those most impacted by systemic barriers have the tools, knowledge, and resources to reclaim their power.

With lived experience navigating systems of care and resilience, April is passionate about transformative justice, policy change, and mutual aid as pathways to liberation. Whether she is holding space for a birthing person, advocating for maternal health equity, or working alongside families to reclaim their power, April embodies the truth that care is revolutionary, and healing is collective.

Additional services: FULL SPECTRUM DOULA

Myfairydoula@gmail.com

Shemika Whiteside, LCSW (she/HEr/Hers)
LOUISVILLE, ky

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Maternal Mental Health Therapist
Perinatal Princess PLLC

Shemika Whiteside, LCSW, is a trauma-informed clinical social worker, perinatal mental health specialist, and founder of both Perinatal Princess Therapy and the nonprofit Zora’s Cradle. Her work centers on culturally responsive care, reproductive justice, and advocacy for birthing people navigating complex trauma, systemic barriers, and perinatal transitions. With expertise in DSM-5 diagnostics, interdisciplinary anatomy, and clinical statistics, Shemika translates complex clinical concepts into accessible, actionable tools for both clients and providers.

Through Zora’s Cradle, Shemika advances community-based support for Black and Brown birthing people, offering wraparound services that address housing instability, mental health, and maternal wellness. Her leadership reflects a deep commitment to dismantling inequities in reproductive and mental health care, particularly for BIPOC communities. She is known for her precision in clinical documentation, her warmth in therapeutic relationships, and her ability to hold space for healing while driving systemic change.

Shemika’s work is rooted in the belief that culturally attuned, trauma-informed care is essential to reproductive liberation. Whether developing EHR-ready treatment plans, mentoring clinicians, or advocating for policy reform, she brings clarity, compassion, and a fierce dedication to justice. Her contributions align with SisterSong’s mission to amplify the voices and needs of marginalized communities in pursuit of collective liberation.

shemika@perinatalprincess.com

(502)208-9294

www.therapybyshemika.com

Melba Perry (she/HEr/Hers)
Pollocksville, NC

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula
Infinity Doula Services, LLC

Melba is a dedicated community-based doula with a heartfelt passion for offering comprehensive support to individuals and families. Her mission is to ensure that you receive not only the medical care you need, but also the compassionate guidance and understanding that can truly make a difference during this challenging time.

She also enjoys assisting families that are embarking on the journey of high-risk pregnancies affected by genetic disorders, as she has personal experiences with a high risk pregnancy. Beyond the clinical aspects, she provides emotional support, companionship, and an open heart to listen. She understands that each aspect of your journey is interconnected, and she's committed to nurturing your overall well-being.

Through a network of support, Melba connects you with local resources, support groups, and organizations that can enhance your journey. You are not alone on this path, and together, Melba will assist in building a network that uplifts and empowers you. As your doula, Melba is dedicated to helping you make informed decisions that align with your values, beliefs, and desires. She also offers educational sessions that help demystify genetic disorders and high-risk pregnancies, empowering you to understand your situation more deeply.

Additional services: Community Based Doula

msperry814@gmail.com

(980) 422-3043

Alicia Walker-Patterson (she/HEr)
Winston-Salem, North Carolina

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES:FULL SPECTRUM Doula/birth doula
First Vision Birth and Family Services

Alicia Patterson has been a dedicated birth worker since 2004, focusing on healing through ancestral practices and integrative care. As a reiki master, Kemetic yogi, and hypnotherapist specializing in gate control theory and tactical pain management, she combines deep spiritual and practical approaches to support families. Alicia is trained in indigenous herbalism, floral emotional healing, postnatal care, Caribbean bone closing, including eight global post natal wrapping techniques.

A descendant of Jasper Darrett, record-holder for the most descendants born to one parent in Houston, Texas. Alicia's Southern lineage runs through Texas, Louisiana, the Carolinas, Virginia, and Kentucky, rooted in generations of home birthing women.

She is the founder of First Vision Birth and Family Services, offering birth support, postpartum care, grief and elder care, and breastfeeding consulting. Certified by DONA, SMC Doulas, and Divine Birth Wisdom.

A passionate health justice advocate, she has trained parent-child teams, as well as Oregon and Washington legislators, in healthcare advocacy, conflict resolution, bystander intervention, and somatic release. Her organizing work spans local to presidential campaigns, including serving while pregnant in 2020.

Alicia is a mother of four sons, with three natural, medication-free births, most recently delivering twins ten minutes apart using meditation and breathwork.

Additional services: Birth & Post-Partum Doula, Childbirth Educator

Firstvisionbirth.com

info@firstvisionbirth.com

(336)865-9909

Breanna Grant (she/HEr)
Greensboro, North Carolina

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Birth Doula/Postpartum Doula
Auntie Marie's Perinatal Services

Breanna Marie is a Perinatal Health Consultant — serving as a Doula, Childbirth and Sexual Health Educator — as well as a Black Mamas and Reproductive Justice Advocate. Originally from a rural town in eastern North Carolina, Breanna carries with her the deep-rooted values of family and community. From an early age, she has been recognized as a natural nurturer. Though a childless auntie, Breanna pours her love and care into her Godson, three nieces, five nephews, and one great-nephew as if they were her own.

Through Auntie Marie’s Perinatal Services, Breanna provides compassionate and culturally grounded care for birthing people and their families. At the heart of her work, she believes every person deserves full support and informed choice throughout their reproductive journey. Her advocacy for Reproductive Justice began through information sharing and blossomed into amplifying “Other Voices”, those who may lose sight of their own power, choice, and authority.

With her education and lived experience, Breanna empowers others with knowledge, guidance, and care. When you welcome Auntie Marie as your doula, you’re gaining more than a service — you’re gaining family. She holds space for your needs, offers tools for each challenge, and provides resources for every transition.

Additional services: Perinatal Health Consultant

bio.site/mariesperinatalservices

mariesperinatalservices@gmail.com

Kiera Hereford (Sher/Her)
Greensboro, North carolina

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: FULL SPECTRUM Doula
Speakin of Grace

Kiera Hereford is a resilient Black mama with roots stretching from Cleveland, Ohio to the southside of Atlanta, Georgia. She now thrives in Guilford County, North Carolina.

Kiera embraces revolutionary mothering, teaching, and unlearning, while working as a full spectrum doula and birth justice advocate serving Black and Indigenous People of Color, with experience as a feisty clinic escort and “the people's childcare facilitator” across Black justice movement spaces.

As a community organizer across the southeast United States during the 2015 uprisings of the Black Lives Matter movement, Kiera was determined to become a full spectrum doula after learning about the rates at which Black women die in childbirth. Kiera is currently co-chair of the NC Perinatal Health Equity Collective and serves on the NC Maternal Mortality Review Committee.

Kiera is passionate about showing up in intergenerational spaces and sharing tools/resources with community members to help cultivate joy, healing, and abundant living.

Additional Services: Full Spectrum Birth Pracitioner

kierahereford@gmail.com

Aura Love (SHE)
Charlotte, NC

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: FULL SPECTRUM Doula
Herb'N Spice, LLC | Great Mother's Birthing Services | THE QUEENS COLLECTIVE

Aura Love is certified as a Community Health Worker in the state of NC. She is a spiritually based Healer, Alchemist and Educator. She develops product line of natural body care products, teas, honeys, spice blends. Aura holds titles such as Chief Master Herbalist, a Healer Priestess of 10 years and Rekhit. She is also a Kemetic Reiki Master Teacher and Wholistic Full Spectrum Doula since 2013.

She has started Great Mothers Birthing Services and partners with the Queens Collective Birthing and is affiliated with Sister Song as a Birth Justice Care Fund Partner since 2021.

Aura spreads the knowledge and consciousness that we are already armed with the right tools to live a life of wellness and to overcome our perceived ailments. She advocates the rights to make informed choices regarding individual and family health and resources. As an innovative educator of African and traditional healing arts using energy, healing foods, herbs and various preparation techniques, the goal is to empower you to take responsibility for your own health, activities and resources. Aura serves her community with great pride from the womb as a birth worker/doula, through the stages of life of youth, young adults and elders.

Additional services: doula and master herbalist

www.herbnspicewellness.com

aurasendinluv@gmail.com

(704)712-9856

Racquel Washington (SHE/HEr)
Charlotte, NC

Birthing BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Loss and Bereavement doula
The Queen's Collective Birthing

Racquel Washington, M.A./ -shares her gifts with the world as a Birth worker, Yoga Teacher, Author, Grief Docent and Holistic Healer. Racquel is the founder and owner of The Queen’s Collective Birthing- offering a variety of products and services to support women & their families through pregnancy, birth and loss. Combining passions for advocacy, support and information, she arms her clients with the tools they need to feel empowered in their decisions on their birthing and as they begin their parenting journey even as it include grief, pregnancy and infant loss. She focuses on supporting families to achieve healing holistically, offering support in diet & nutrition, movement, mental and spiritual wellness, herbal remedies & more.

Racquel, comes to this work as the Sum Total of all of her life experiences including her own pregnancy losses, allowing her to help ease the fear and focus on the sacredness of these transitions.

Additional services: grief support and support for abortion, pregnancy and infant loss

https://www.queenscollectivebirthing.com/

Passion Smith MSW, CD-DONA (She,They)
Goldsboro, NC

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Community Partner Organization
Passionate Beginnings

Passion is a full spectrum birth worker committed to serving pregnant people through all walks of life. She has been a birth worker for over 8 years. She owns and operates a pregnancy resource center offering childbirth education, birth support, and a variety of other services. She currently holds a MSW and is working towards the midwifery process in her state. She has experience with hospital births as well as out of hospital births. She has extensive knowledge on breastfeeding and is committed to helping moms overcome breastfeeding challenges. She believes in not only serving the birthing parent, but the support system as a whole. Passion strives to make every birthing parent feel heard, seen, and loved.

Additional services: Doula

Passionatebeginnings@gmail.com

(919)394-5363

http://www.passionatebeginnings.com/

Valon Alford LCSW, PMH-C, CSE (She/HER/HERS)
Durham, NC

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Maternal Mental Health Therapist
Vitality Wellness Solutions PLLC

Valon is the founder of Vitality Wellness Solutions PLLC. As a Black woman and clinician, she combines her experience and expertise to promote pleasure. Valon graduated from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro with Bachelor of Science degrees in Human Development and Family Studies with a concentration in Children and Adolescents and African American Studies with a minor in Sociology. She is also a proud alumna of Howard University where she earned her Master of Social Work degree, which has afforded her the opportunity to work in areas of specialization, including child welfare, active duty and veteran military, mental health, professional sports, maternal health, and sexuality education. Valon obtained a certificate in Sexuality Education and Sex Therapy from the University of Michigan in 2019. She is also a Certified Sexuality Educator through the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists. Additionally, Valon is licensed as a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional through Postpartum Support International.

Valon's work centers pleasure and empowerment while underscoring intersectionality and cultural nuances related to behavioral health.

Additional services: Licensed Clinical Social Worker

https://vitalityfulfilled.com/

(984)377-5018

valonalford@gmail.com

MICHELLE CARMICHAEL (She/Her)
WINSTON SALEM, NC

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Birth Doula
Blossoming Lilies Doula Services

My name is Michelle Carmichael, and I am a Community Based Doula devoted to empowering families during life's most transformative moments. As a mother of three, I understand the joys and challenges of pregnancy, birth, and parenting. My deep dedication and genuine listening create a foundation of trust, ensuring families feel heard, valued, and supported.

With a nurturing and nonjudgmental approach, I foster an environment where families can explore their options, voice their concerns, and make informed decisions that reflect their unique values. My commitment to compassionate care, education, and advocacy enables families to navigate the complexities of maternal and child health with clarity and confidence.

I approach each family's journey with empathy, understanding, and a steadfast presence. Known for my dedication and ability to truly listen, I build lasting connections that empower families and enrich their lives, helping them create cherished memories along the way.

blossomingliliesdoula@gmail.com

Tiara Morris (She/Her)
Rural Hall, NC

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Community Partner Organization
Total Maternal Support

As a passionate doula, I offer unwavering support and quidance to families throughout their pregnancy, labor, and postpartum journeys. With over five years of experience, I specialize in creating a nurturing and empowering environment for parents-to-be. My style is rooted in community, compassion and respect, ensuring each family's unique needs and preferences are prioritized. I provide continuous labor support, using techniques such as relaxation strategies, breathing exercises, and comfort measures to enhance the birthing experience. My role as an advocate involves ensuring that families' wishes are communicated clearly and respected, promoting informed decision-making for a confident birth experience. In addition to labor support, I offer postpartum resources and guidance, assisting families in their transition to parenthood. My goal is to foster a positive and empowering atmosphere, allowing families to embrace their journey with confidence, dignity, and love. Together, we can prepare for the beautiful memories during this transformative time.

Tmsdoula@gmail.com

https:www.totalmaternalsupport.com

Di'Aundrea Thomas, LCMHC, LPC, PMH-C (She/HER)
NORTH CAROLINA

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Maternal Mental Health Therapist
Perinatal Insights LLC

Di’Aundrea is a licensed clinical mental health counselor specializing in maternal mental health. She serves birthing people through her remote-based private practice, Perinatal Insights. She is perinatal mental health certified (PMH-C) through Postpartum Support International and advocates for maternal mental health not only as a therapist, but also as a board member of the South Carolina chapter of Postpartum Support International. Her work is grounded in compassion, cultural awareness, and the belief that healing happens when birthing people feel safe to show up as their full selves. Di’Aundrea’s mission is to help birthing people feel less alone and more connected to themselves, to their babies/families, and to their community.

Passionatebeginnings@gmail.com

http://www.passionatebeginnings.com/

KELLY R. LITTLE (HE)
CHARLOTTE, NC

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES:
Urban Institute for Strengthening Families

Dr. Kelly R. Little is the Founder and CEO of the Urban Institute for Strengthening Families (UI4SF) and a nationally recognized thought leader in fatherhood engagement, maternal health equity, and systems innovation. As a fatherhood architect and community strategist, Dr. Little has dedicated his career to normalizing the complexity of fatherhood’s impact on healing, transformation, and wellness, bridging emotional intelligence, leadership, and policy to strengthen families and communities.

A visionary builder of ecosystems, Dr. Little’s work integrates fatherhood, maternal health, and systemic design into dynamic services, such as the Fathers Haven Dynamic Dad Doula, Imhotep Stem Rites of Passage, Fathers Haven, Fatherhood University365, and informing men on how to hold space for women in all four phases of the trimesters during their pregnancy journey. His transformational approach redefines how institutions engage men, heal communities, and co-create equitable pathways toward belonging, resilience, restoration and generational legacy.

kelly@ui4sf.org

www.ui4sf.org

LA WONDER MCDOWELL (SHE/HER)
CARY, NC

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Loss and Bereavement doula
Birth Partners

La Wonder is a Queer pastor, chaplain, and full-sspectrum doula. She serves as Chaplain at an HBCU, where she provides interfaith spiritual care and advocacy for students, especially LGBTQIA+ voices. She supports people through life's sacred passages from birth to death. She is a passionate advocate for reproductive justice, women's wellness, and self-care as a radical act of survival. La Wonder also creates through her social media presence, speaking to Vaginas all over the world, celebrating the sacredness of Black queer womanhood.

lawonder.mcdowell@gmail.com

LATOSHIA ROUSE (SHE/HER)
KNIGHTDALE, NC

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Birth Doula/Postpartum Doula
Birth Sisters Doula Services

LaToshia Rouse, is an accomplished birth and postpartum doula and owner of Birth Sisters Doula Services with a passion for supporting families through the transformative journey of childbirth and early parenting. With over 100 births under her belt, LaToshia brings a wealth of knowledge and a calming presence to every birthing experience. She got her start in healthcare after the delivery of her triplets at 26 weeks gestation. In addition to her doula services, LaToshia is a skilled lactation consultant, lactation educator and childbirth educator, offering invaluable support and guidance to new mothers navigating these new experiences.

Her commitment to evidence-based practice is evident in her active participation in research studies. She has held several leadership roles, including currently serving on the Board of Directors for the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP), Baby Friendly USA and the National Institute for Children’s Health Quality (NICHQ) as well as Co-Chair of the National Network of Perinatal Quality Collaboratives (NNPQC). She is proud to be a doula trainer and work with doulas in her agency to support moms, birthing people and families along the journey.

contact@birthsistersdoula.com

(919) 322-9196

Www.birthsistersdoula.com

QUA SHARPE CLE, CD(DONA), LCSW (SHE/HER)
GREENSBORO, NC

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Lactation Support Professional/Maternal Mental Health Therapist
Birthing A Better You

Qua Sharpe is a licensed clinical social worker and therapist with over 11 years of experience in the field. She specializes in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and is a certified sex-informed professional. Recently, she completed the Human Lactation Pathway 2 program, further deepening her commitment to supporting individuals and families during the reproductive journey.

Qua is the owner of Birthing A Better You, LLC, where she serves as a certified birth and full-spectrum doula. Her work extends beyond labor and delivery. She offers compassionate, inclusive care through every reproductive experience, including fertility challenges, abortion, miscarriage, stillbirth, and adoption.

At the heart of Qua’s work is a mission to ensure that every birthing person feels safe, seen, and empowered to make informed decisions about their body, their baby, and their birth.

When she’s not supporting families, you’ll likely find Qua diving into the latest reads on maternal mental health or capturing sweet, soulful early moments of life as she builds her growing portfolio in infant photography, a new passion that beautifully complements her work.

Birthingabetteryou@gmail.com

(336) 858-6333

https://www.birthingabetteryou.com/

QUAY (SHE/HER)
DURHAM, NC

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Lactation Support Professional
Hibiscus Healing

Quay is the founder of Hibiscus Healing, where she serves as a full-spectrum doula and Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC). With a passion for guiding individuals and families through their transition into parenthood, Quay centers BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities in her private practice. She brings compassion, knowledge, and a deep commitment to nurturing and empowering families, ensuring they feel seen, supported, and celebrated on their unique journeys.

quay@hibiscushealing.love

www.hibiscushealing.love

Shatrell Mack- Pulliam (SHE/HER)
GREENSBORO, NC

BIRTH JUSTICE CARE FUND SERVICES: Full Spectrum Doula/Community Partner Organization
HEALHER DEVINE SOUL INC

Shatrell Mack-Pulliam

Full-Spectrum Doula, Birth Support Specialist, Perinatal Mental Health Counselor & Yoni Steaming Practitioner

I’m a full-spectrum certified doula through DTI , passionate about supporting women and families through every stage of their reproductive journey—from conception to postpartum care. Whether you’re preparing for pregnancy, navigating the complexities of labor, or healing after birth, I’m here to provide compassionate, nonjudgmental, and personalized support tailored to your unique needs and preferences.

In addition to my doula services, I integrate yoni steaming, an ancient holistic practice designed to promote healing, balance, and vitality in the reproductive system. Yoni steaming can aid in fertility, menstrual health, postpartum recovery, and emotional healing—empowering you to feel more connected to your body at each stage of your journey.

I love what I DOula let’s connect!

Yuhniquedoulaservices@gmail.com

(743)433-7039

Briana Simmons (She/Her)
JACKSONVILLE, Florida

BIRTH JUSTICE Care fund Services: Full Spectrum Doula

Unearthing Tradition

Briana Simmons is a birthworker, yoga instructor and soon-to-be licensed massage therapist committed to supporting birthing people with care, compassion, and respect. Through her practice, Unearthing Tradition, she offers holistic, full-spectrum support that centers mind, body, and spirit-- meeting people exactly where they are during pregnancy, postpartum, and other sacred life transitions. Her work is rooted in relationship, intuition, and a deep belief that non-judgmental and personalized care should ground each family's birthing experiences. At the core of her work is a commitment to birth justice and ensuring families feel informed, supported, and empowered during some of life's most vulnerable moments. Simply put, Briana shows up so people don't have to navigate these transitions alone.

Additional Services: full spectrum birthwork, placenta encapsulation, lactation education, abortion care, bereavement support, yoga guide, SERVICES: Life Cycle Facilitator

http://unearthingtradition.com/

hello@unearthingtradition.com

Keshia Jenkins M.Ed, CD, IMH-E® (She/Her)
Tallhassee, Florida

BIRTH JUSTICE Care fund Services: Full Spectrum Doula/Loss and Bereavement doula

Birthing Brilliance Collective

Keshia M. Jenkins M.Ed., C-FSD(BADT), CPST, CCHW,ICCE IMH-E®, Founder & Executive Director, The Birthing Brilliance Collective

Keshia M. Jenkins ,affectionately known as Kay , is a maternal health and early childhood advocate, educator, and community builder. As the Founder and Executive Director of The Birthing Brilliance Collective, she leads a movement dedicated to nurturing healthy beginnings and brilliant futures for families.

With a focus on the powerful connection between maternal wellness and early childhood outcomes, Keshia has devoted her career to bridging the gaps that often separate healthcare, education, and community support. Under her leadership, The Birthing Brilliance Collective empowers parents, caregivers, and professionals through education, advocacy, and collaboration.

In addition to her professional consulting and training work, Keshia also established The Birthing Brilliance Foundation, the nonprofit arm of the Collective. The Foundation focuses on providing essential resources and education to families with children under five, while also investing in prevention programs for middle and high school students that promote reproductive health, safe choices, and life readiness.

Rooted in the belief that thriving mothers build thriving communities, Keshia’s work continues to inspire a generation of caregivers, educators, and young leaders to embrace wellness, connection, and growth from birth and beyond.

brainbuildingconsulting@gmail.com

www.kaytheadvocate.net

Dr. Valerie Dallas DSW,LCSW (She/Her/HERS)
Tallahassee, Florida

BIRTH JUSTICE care fund Services: Maternal Mental Health Therapist

Halo Counseling and Consultation, LLC

For over 20 years, Valerie Dallas, DSW, LCSW, has taken pride in supporting the feelings, experiences, and challenges related to pregnancy loss, pregnancy, or parenthood to help restore hope and inspire future visions. Additionally, for very young children (0-5) who have gone through stressful, scary, or painful events affecting their behavior and development, Valerie collaborates with caregivers to provide holistic support that acknowledges historical trauma, respects cultural, spiritual, and faith beliefs, and is affirming.

Valerie specializes in treating pregnant women and parents of young children aged 0-5. As a nationally rostered Child-Parent Psychotherapy Therapist and with training in Infant Mental Health, Valerie works with young children and caregivers who have experienced trauma or emotions that affect the parent-child bond.

Valerie has been recognized as one of Tallahassee’s Women to Know in 2019 and as the Dr. Neil Boris Mentor of the Year by the Florida Association of Infant Mental Health in 2023. Life often throws curveballs our way. Sometimes, parents and young children need help managing everything life presents. Through a telehealth platform, Valerie offers a space for care and support that can help you through your pregnancy loss, pregnancy, or parenting journey.

Additional Services: full spectrum birthwork, placenta encapsulation, lactation education, abortion care, bereavement support, yoga guide, Mental Health Therapist

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/valerie-dallas-tallahassee-fl/1250017

(321)503-4202

halocandc@gmail.com

Brianica DeFranc (She/Her)
WESTLAKE, Florida

BIRTH JUSTICE care fund Services: Birth Doula

Birth Your Way Doula Offerings

Brianica DeFranc is a passionate doula serving families in South Florida through her business, Birth Your Way Doula Offerings. For several years, she has dedicated herself to empowering birthing individuals and their families through the transformative journey of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Brianica is also currently pursuing her studies to become a midwife and master herbalists, further solidifying her commitment to comprehensive care.

Brianica believes in the power of education and informed decision-making, recognizing that every birth is unique and sacred. Her philosophy centers on providing compassionate, non-judgmental support as a companion, guide, and protector. She values the inherent strength and wisdom of each birthing person, respecting their autonomy and fostering a safe environment where they feel empowered to trust their instincts.

At Birth Your Way Doula Offerings, Brianica's values are rooted in respect, compassion, trust, cultural congruency, ancestral wisdom, and equitable practice. She strives to honor the diverse needs of each family she serves, ensuring they feel supported and empowered throughout their birthing experience.

Additional Services: Certified Birth Doula, Placenta Encapsulation Specialists

www.bywdo.com

info@bywdo.com

(561)209-4206

Calvis Jones, M.S.- MCCHW (She/Her)
Dunnellon, Florida

BIRTH JUSTICE Services: Full Spectrum Doula/Postpartum Doula

Calvis is a birthworker, educator, and advocate blending Afro-Judaic traditions, holistic care, and reproductive justice to train doulas, support Black maternal health, and reclaim birth justice.

Additional Services: Maternal Health Specialist

Theraphaplace@gmail.com

Cherise Gordon (She/Her/THEY/THEM)
JACKSONVILLE, Florida

BIRTH JUSTICE care fund Services: Postpartum Doula/Lactation Support Professional

Soul Sista Birth Services, LLC

Cherise Gordon is the Executive Director of Soul Sista Birth Services, LLC Community Doula Program, a birth justice activist, lactation counselor, student midwife and Doula.

Soul Sista Birth Services provides Medicaid-funded FREE doula care across the state of Florida targeting marginalized communities, including Black, LGBTQ+, domestic violence survivors, and individuals facing homelessness or CPS involvement. We also provide accessible education through free online courses and support groups.

I pride myself on being down to earth and meeting people where they are...

As a single mom of 4 kids, I understand the importance of having a non judgemental support system to lean on during your most vulnerable times especially pregnancy and postpartum. Each of my pregnancies was different and somewhat difficult in their own ways. Navigating co-parenting,breastfeeding, trying to make ends meet and all the things was A LOT to handle I want to be the person that makes it easier for YOU. Our services is not one size fits all but we show up for you in the ways you need us to in that moment. Period.

Think of us as your go to person during your pregnancy and postpartum journey. We got you, sis!

soulsistabirth@gmail.com

Briseida Morales (She/Her)
QUINCY, Florida

BIRTH JUSTICE care fund Services: Full Spectrum Doula/Community Partner Organization

La Casa de Toci, LLC

Briseida is a bilingual full spectrum doula, CLC, and LPN with over 6 years experience providing perinatal and lactation support with a focus on community care and accessibility. She proudly serves families in her hometown of Gadsden County, FL and surrounding counties.

Her journey into Birthwork began as a calling she initially resisted because she believed surely there was someone “more qualified” to do the work. Over time, she realized that the care and change she hoped for began with her. Now, she embraces her role fully, using her skills and voice to support and advocate for families who have been systematically marginalized.

Her passion for birthwork is rooted in honoring her ancestors and paving the way for future generations. Through her work as a community doula with La Casa de Toci, Briseida is committed to ensuring that every birthing person, especially the ones who continue to be dismissed, under diagnosed and undertreated, receive the dignity, support, and respect they deserve.

Additional Services: LPN, CLC, Full Spectrum Doula

Lacasadetoci@gmail.com

(850)405-3731

www.Lacasadetoci.com

DOULA LO (She/Her)
ORLANDO, Florida

BIRTH JUSTICE care fund Services: Full Spectrum Doula/Community Partner Organization

Sankofa Birthing Circle, LLC

Blessings family! My name is Lauren Williams, and I am a traditional, holistic birth worker. I have a BS in Public Health, with an emphasis on Maternal and Child Health, and a minor in Biology. My practice embraces the convergence of nature, science, and spirit in order to help you reach your childbirth and postpartum goals. I incorporate ancestral methods that center the well being of the whole family, and help reduce the need for medical intervention. I emphasize the mind body connection, guiding you through hypnobirthing techniques designed to support your body's natural occurrences, regulate your nervous system, and decrease stress levels. I offer evidence based resources and explanation of medical phenomenon so that you and your family feel empowered to make decisions. Together we will create a personalized birthing plan, and work with your birthing team to reach those goals. After baby arrives, I offer in home postpartum services, in order to ease your transition into a growing family. My priority is to support you and your family however I can, in order to provide a foundation for your wellness!

sankofabirthingcircle@gmail.com

instagram.com/doula.lo

MAXINE BAILEY (She/Her)
JACKSONVILLE, Florida

BIRTH JUSTICE care fund Services: Birth Doula/Postpartum Doula

Maxine Bailey is a 27-year-old passionate doula who is deeply committed to providing comprehensive care for mothers throughout their birthing and postpartum journeys.

With certifications in lactation and postpartum care, Maxine offers a holistic approach to supporting families, focusing not only on physical health but also on mental and emotional well-being.

She believes in the power of advocacy, ensuring that every mother feels heard, empowered, and supported in making the best decisions for her and her baby. Maxine's approach is centered on offering personalized, compassionate care that fosters a nurturing environment for both parents and newborns.

Whether it's through advocating for birthing rights, providing lactation support, or helping families navigate the postpartum period, Maxine is dedicated to making sure every new mother receives the care and attention she deserves.

maxinesbailey@gmail.com

MEL (She/Her)
TAMPA, Florida

BIRTH JUSTICE care fund Services: Maternal Mental Health Therapist

Embracing Joy Perinatal Wellness

Shamella Joy is a trauma therapist with a passion for perinatal mental health, supporting individuals as they navigate the emotional and psychological shifts of pregnancy and postpartum. She creates space for clients to process their experiences, reconnect with themselves, and move through motherhood with greater clarity and support.

https://www.embracingjoywellness.com/