Laporcha Mathis

About me

Hello, I’m Laporcha And Birth work was called to me after my mother passed away. In that moment, I realized she would no longer be there to comfort me, advocate for me, or welcome another child into this world by my side. She would never have the opportunity to be my doula. So, I became one. I became a birth doula for those who need to be seen and heard. For those who have lost their support systems. For those who fear they won't have the beautiful birth experience they dream of. For those whose voices have been silenced but whose hearts have so much to say. For those whose trauma feels louder than their strength. For those who struggle to advocate for themselves. And for the first-time mother who is terrified of walking into motherhood alone. I bring all of me into this work—my own birth experiences, my fears, my healing, my trauma, my gifts, my compassion, and my knowledge. Those pieces have shaped the doula I am today. My mother was the roots of our family. She was our safe place, our strength, and the one who nurtured everyone around her. Though she is no longer here physically, her love continues to grow through me. That is why I chose the name Mello Roots. I will water her legacy through every birth I attend. I will stand beside mothers the way she would have stood beside me. Every mother I support and every baby I welcome becomes another branch on a tree that continues to grow from love, resilience, and community. My hope is that every family I serve leaves knowing they never had to walk this journey alone. Together, we create a village—one birth, one mother, one baby at a time. – Mello Roots LLC Laporcha M.

Education

East high school (2012)

Certification and training

Birth Doula, DONA international (2024)

Birth Doula, Doula of the Divine LLC (2026)

Memberships and affiliations

UPMC Birth Circle, Doulas.

DONA international

Specialties

Languages

English

Service introduction

My calling became my purpose, and I chose to strengthen that calling through education and training. I am a trained birth doula through DONA International and Doula of the Divine, serving families in the Erie, Pennsylvania area. I specialize in holistic birth and fertility support because I believe every family deserves care that nurtures not only the body, but also the mind and spirit. Whether you’re preparing to conceive, welcoming your first baby, or growing your family again, my goal is to ensure you feel seen, heard, informed, and deeply supported every step of the way.

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