About me
My calling is birthwork and motherhood, and in this season, I believe my mission is centered on nurturing the mother so she can nourish the fruit. Myself as The Milk Root Doula ™ was born from a deep desire to restore my ancestral lineage and power of Black and Brown breastfeeding, providing a space where nourishment is reclaimed as a radical act of love. I am rooted in the belief that when a mother is firmly planted in support, her entire family can bloom. While my heart is dedicated to closing the gaps in Black maternal health, I welcome all families who value an evidence-based approach to the sacred transition of birth and infant feeding. I am a firm advocate for all birthing people and every infant feeding choice. Whether you are nursing, pumping, or formula feeding, my priority is a healthy baby and a whole, supported mother.
I bring a unique "doula heart and clinical mind" to this work, backed by a B.S. in Maternal and Infant Health from Howard University and years of experience as a clinical birth assistant and doula. At The Milk Root, I bridge the gap between academic excellence and the intuitive power of the perinatal period. Whether I am assisting you through the intensity of labor, providing peer lactation support, or guiding your mental and emotional wellness, I am here to ensure your journey is protected. I don’t just offer services; I offer a foundation—helping you grow deep roots so your family can thrive for generations.
Education
BSc, Maternal and Infant Health Education (2021)
Certification and training
Birth Doula Training, DONA (2020)
Birth Doula Immersion, Mama Glow (2020)
Birth & Postpartum Doula Certification, Healthy Mama Healthy Baby (2026)
Credentials
BA
BDT
BS
CLC
CNA
Specialties
Advanced Maternal Age
Aromatherapy
Babywearing
Birth and Lactation
Birth Assistant
Birth Doula
Birth Support
Breastfeeding Assistance and Support
Breastfeeding Consultation
Breastfeeding Support
Childbirth Education
Doula Trainer
Exclusive Pumping/Bottle Feeding
Home Birth
Infant Care
Labor Doula
Lactation Consultation
Lactation Home Visits
Latch Issues
Life Transitions
Low Milk Supply/Over Supply
Midwife Support
Natural Birth
Natural Childbirth
Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Newborn Care
Newborn Prep
Nutritional Counseling
Overnight Newborn Care
Parenting Support
Positive Thinking
Postpartum Adjustment
Postpartum Care
Postpartum Depression
Postpartum Doula Care
Postpartum Life
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Pregnancy Complications
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapy
Regulation Problems
Relational Counseling
Relational Life Therapy
Relationship Issues
Returning to work (pumping, breastmilk storage, etc)
Safety
Self-Actualization
Self-Compassion
Self-Esteem
Self-Integration
Sexual Health
Sibling Preparation
Sleep Consultant
Spirituality
Stress Management
Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum
Teenagers
Teen Counseling
Telehealth
Toddlers
Tweens
Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
Vaginal Steam
Vulvar Problems
Water birth
Well-Woman Care
Yoga
Languages
English, Portuguese, Spanish, Yoruba
Accepted insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
Central Health Plan of California
Inland Empire Health Plan
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medi-Cal
Medicare
Service introduction
The Milk Root provides a sanctuary for families seeking evidence-based, culturally congruent support throughout the transformative journey of pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. As a birth and postpartum doula, I offer personalized labor support, comfort measures, and advocacy to help you navigate your birthing experience with confidence. My goal is to ensure you feel seen, heard, and empowered as you transition into parenthood, bridging the gap between clinical care and the emotional nourishment every new family deserves.
Specializing in lactation and perinatal wellness, my services extend beyond the birth room to provide comprehensive feeding support and mental health advocacy. Whether you are navigating the early days of breastfeeding, seeking guidance on infant nutrition, or looking for a supportive space to process the emotional shifts of the fourth trimester, The Milk Root is here to ground your experience in expert care. I am dedicated to fostering a community where maternal health is prioritized and where every parent has the tools to flourish.
Packages
The Foundation
This package blends the maximum allowable Medi-Cal benefits with a private "Concierge Wellness Fee" to ensure you receive high-touch, consistent advocacy and care.
• Comprehensive Prenatal Support: Includes one 90-minute intake and two 60-minute education sessions to build your birth plan and practice comfort measures.
• Continuous Birth Doula Care: Professional labor support throughout active labor and delivery, whether at a hospital, birth center, or home.
• The "Fourth Trimester" Focus: A deep-dive 3-hour initial home visit followed by 3 lactation / wellness check-ins to support your recovery.
• 24/7 Virtual Concierge: Unlimited text and phone support throughout your pregnancy and the first six weeks postpartum.
• Guaranteed On-Call Window: A dedicated two-week commitment surrounding your due date to ensure I am available when your baby arrives.
• The Milk Root Starter Kit: A curated collection of organic nipple balms, herbal sitz baths, and breastfeeding essentials to jumpstart your healing.
The Foundation
This package blends the maximum allowable Medi-Cal benefits with a private "Concierge Wellness Fee" to ensure you receive high-touch, consistent advocacy and care.
• Comprehensive Prenatal Support: Includes one 90-minute intake and two 60-minute education sessions to build your birth plan and practice comfort measures.
• Continuous Birth Doula Care: Professional labor support throughout active labor and delivery, whether at a hospital, birth center, or home.
• The "Fourth Trimester" Focus: A deep-dive 3-hour initial home visit followed by 3 lactation / wellness check-ins to support your recovery.
• 24/7 Virtual Concierge: Unlimited text and phone support throughout your pregnancy and the first six weeks postpartum.
• Guaranteed On-Call Window: A dedicated two-week commitment surrounding your due date to ensure I am available when your baby arrives.
• The Milk Root Starter Kit: A curated collection of organic nipple balms, herbal sitz baths, and breastfeeding essentials to jumpstart your healing.
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