I’m Telisha Woodfin, LMSW, CD, CEIM, and I’m the founder of LIVLoved Family Support, a family support agency offering postpartum doula care, virtual coaching, and infant massage education for families with children from birth to age five. With more than 20 years of experience in early intervention, mental health, and developmental disabilities, I bring a warm, relationship‑based approach to supporting parents through pregnancy, postpartum, and early childhood.
I believe deeply in goodness of fit—making sure the support families receive truly aligns with their values, rhythms, and needs. At LIVLoved, we focus on creating calm, connection, and confidence so parents never feel alone or overwhelmed. Our care is holistic, trauma‑informed, and centered on nurturing strong family bonds.
Outside of work, I enjoy cooking, listening to music, spending time with my family, friends, and godchildren, and exploring my new love for gardening. My guiding mantra is simple: give love, receive love, live loved.
Learn more about our agency at https://www.livloved.com/.
Complimentary consultation to get to know the family, discuss services and assistance available and understand the family’s needs. This consultation is required before booking doula services and virtual coaching.
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What to expect
LIVLoved is a postpartum family support agency serving families across Central Virginia. Our team of doulas and family support professionals provides relationship‑centered postpartum care, coaching, and guidance for families with children from birth to age five. We also offer infant massage education to strengthen bonding, support secure attachment, and promote healthy parent‑child communication. Led by an LMSW, our agency integrates trauma‑informed practice and perinatal mental health screening to ensure families receive compassionate, comprehensive support.
Reviews for Telisha Woodfin
5.02 reviews
5.0
Having Telisha as my husband and I doula for our first child was nothing short of AMAZING! Her knowledge and attention to details gave our family such an amazing peace about being new parents! Her service, promptness, and compassion were everything we wanted when looking for a doula! My Husband and I already informed Telisha that when we have our second child to be ready...lol!
Telisha has a true gift and calling, which I honestly believe shows in how passionate she is in assisting parents on this breathtaking journey. ♥
— Michelle T.
5.0
Sometimes you just don't know what you need until it's been given to you. I am a 42 yr old working mother of 3; a set of 3 yr old twin girls and a 10mos old son. The twins came first. While it was very exciting, it was also very overwhelming at times. Telisha Woodfin came alongside me offering support in the form of meal prep, emotional support, referral advice and guidance and infant massage. She was there, not only during my pregnancy, but following delivery and in the most relevant of ways that i would not have known to ask being a new mom.....she just knew lol! If you're looking for someone who is knowledgeable, compassionate, kind, honest and sensitive to your needs.....she's the one for sure. Thank you so much Telisha for being there for me during both of my pregnancies. My family and I appreciate all you do and have done to support us.
— Nakeisha G.
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Certification and training
Certified Infant Massage Educator, Infant Massage USA (2020)
Certified Postpartum Doula, DTI (2021)
Certified Trainer: The Growing Brain Curriculum, Zero to Three (2022)
Understanding Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders, Postpartum Support Virginia (2023)
Advanced Perinatal Mental Health Psychotherapy, Postpartum Support International (2023)
Education
Bachelor of Science in Psychology, VCU (2002)
Masters of Social Work, VCU (2008)
Memberships and affiliations
Doula Training International
Infant Massage USA
Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Doula Association of Virginia
Black Christian Birthworkers Network
Languages
English
Credentials
CD (DTI)CEIMMSWLMSW
Specialties
Attachment problemsAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)Caring for Special Needs ChildrenChildhood Growth and DevelopmentExclusive Pumping/Bottle FeedingInfant CareMultiplesNewborn CareParenting SupportPostpartum AdjustmentPostpartum CarePostpartum Doula CarePostpartum LifeReturning to work (pumping, breastmilk storage, etc)TelehealthToddlersAdvanced Maternal AgeAnxietyAnxiety and DepressionAttention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)BabywearingBuilding Healthy CommunicationChildbirth EducationEarly Parenting EducatorEvidence-Based CareMood DisordersParentingPerinatal and Infant LossPerinatal Anxiety and DepressionPerinatal Mood DisordersAdoptionBIPOCMindfulnessPostnatal YogaSomatic TechniquesSupport in Pregnancy LossYoga
Frequently asked questions
What services does LIVLoved provide?
Postpartum doula care, virtual coaching, and infant massage education for families birth–5.
What is included in virtual coaching?
Coaching includes childbirth education, lactation support, postpartum planning, newborn care education, developmental guidance for children birth–5, and support in navigating early parenting challenges.
Who will be my doula?
We use a relationship‑centered goodness‑of‑fit model to match you with the doula whose personality, communication style, and strengths best align with your family’s needs.
What is infant massage education?
Infant massage education is a relationship‑based practice that teaches parents and caregivers gentle, intentional touch to support bonding, secure attachment, and healthy development.
Do you accept insurance or HSA/FSA?
We do not accept Medicaid or third‑party insurance. We accept HSA/FSA, Carrot, and Maven for eligible services.
How do I get started?
Submit an inquiry → complete intake → consultation → goodness‑of‑fit match → begin services.
Do you offer virtual support?
Yes — virtual support is available for coaching, childbirth education, lactation support, and infant massage education.
What areas do you serve?
LIVLoved primarily serves the Richmond Metro Area (Richmond, Henrico, Chesterfield, Hanover, Colonial Heights, Petersburg, Hopewell, and Ashland).
We are willing to travel outside the metro region when our team has availability.
Travel outside a 15‑mile radius of our Midlothian headquarters is subject to travel fees.
What time is support available?
LIVLoved offers daytime, evening, and overnight postpartum support, depending on team availability and your family’s needs.
What training do your doulas have?
All of our doulas are trained or certified in postpartum care, certified in CPR/First Aid, carry liability insurance, and have passed a background check.
What makes LIVLoved different?
Our relationship‑centered goodness‑of‑fit model, LMSW oversight, trauma‑informed practice, PMAD screenings, and developmental lens birth–5 create a holistic support experience.
Is Telisha taking new clients?
Taking new clients. Starting Dec 2026 – Aug 2027. Away Dec 9 – Dec 14, Feb 22 – Mar 11. Availability was confirmed 2 weeks ago.
