Leah Hairston

About me

Leah Hairston (she/her) is a full-spectrum doula, perinatal social worker, lactation counselor and advocate. She educates and empowers women with female reproductive systems, reminding them of their inherent power. Her dedication to facilitating spaces for healing, equal access, and justice stems from her deep commitment to addressing the systemic reproductive injustices against Black women. She is the founder of Sweet Bee Services, a Baltimore-based doula agency that provides justice-focused, trauma-informed, family-centered care throughout DC, Maryland, and Virginia. When not working, Leah enjoys trying new recipes while listening to audiobooks, walking her pup T’Challa, and savoring moments with loved ones. She is passionate about all things related to babies, reproductive wholeness, and social justice. Learn more and support her work by visiting www.sweetbeedoula.com.

Education

Bachelor of Science (2014)

Bachelor of Arts (2014)

Masters of Science in Social Work (2017)

Certification and training

Full-Spectrum Doula, Ancient Song Doula Services (2016)

Certified Lactation Counselor, Lactation Education Resources (2021)

Evidence Based Birth Childbirth Instructor (2023)

Memberships and affiliations

National Association of Perinatal Social Workers

National Black Doula Association, founding member

Evidence Based Birth Childbirth Instructor

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Specialties

Languages

English, Spanish

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Service introduction

We provide the personalized, holistic reproductive care you deserve and desire. When faced with increased risks of birth-related complications, due to race or high-risk pregnancy, navigating healthcare systems is even scarier and more overwhelming. We make sure it isn’t. As we work together, your confidence grows. Your ability to birth without fear and to navigate the often confusing healthcare system increases because we’re consistently by your side the whole way. Our clients feel safer physically & emotionally. Their ability to advocate with their doctors, even when faced with curveballs, increases. This security and peace of mind make transitioning to postpartum easier. Our clients’ experiences range from hospital to home births, from VBACs to emergency c-sections. They’re survivors of infant loss, pre-eclampsia, hyperemesis, and more. Yet for nearly a decade, Sweet Bee moms and dads have told us how they felt so powerful during their experience. That’s our ultimate goal: to give you the tools and support you need to take back your power and create the experience that YOU want.

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