Hi! I am Mel, a holistic travel full-spectrum doula, lactation peer counselor, and student midwife. A D.C native located in Florida. Most importantly I am a mother to two beautiful humans whom I have welcomed to earth via a cesarean and a VBAC/home birth. I share over five years of experience with a background in herbal medicine. Passion and purpose have driven me in this field by way of coercion and trauma not only through my own experiences of coercion and trauma during my first birth, but also through the stories of women from different backgrounds and ethnicities who have shared their traumatic experiences. Above all, my motivation is fueled by the black maternal health crisis. Maternal and morbidity rates among Black birthers and other people of color are increasing. Unfortunately, we do not have the same opportunities as our counterparts. We often lack access to vital resources and are less likely to breastfeed or nurse for an adequate duration. I chose to become a doula because I wanted to advocate and provide guidance and empowerment to my community, as well as any woman who has felt deprived of a positive birth experience, breastfeeding, bonding, and more. Additionally, my goal is to promote and normalize the concept of physiological birth and breastfeeding and empower women to make informed choices that resonate with their inner selves. I enjoy lots of things: sewing, pottery, singing, dancing, hiking, foraging, bicycling, camping, being out in nature, but mostly spending time with my babies and cuddling up in a cozy nook in my house to read a book.

As a holistic full-spectrum doula and peer lactation support, my focus is supporting you through the entirety of your maternal journey—from conception to postpartum and beyond. I emphasize the importance of informed consent and community and strive to enhance the well-being of mothers, holding space and empowering them to nurture their infants. "Mother the mother, she has her baby." Motherhood is a deeply personal experience filled with a range of emotions, joys, and challenges. I offer physical, and emotional support, and a nurturing community to help you navigate this transformative journey with confidence and empowerment, ensuring your choices align with your values. Together, we can create a positive, fulfilling, and empowering birth and postpartum experience tailored to your desires.