LOGAN CUMMINGS
FULL SPECTRUM DOULA
Logan has been working with young children and babies for over ten years with a passion in infant & child development. She is intentional, loving and kind with a flare for connection and supporting human needs. What she seeks is to help ease the mental load of those experiencing major life transitions and being calmness through transitions. Logan believes that birth, postpartum, and death are sacred times that deserve her grace and understanding throughout these processes. Logan wants the people she is working with to feel comfortable, prepared, and a major sense of relief during the ever changing journey of these transitions as she shows confidence hoping to extend that feeling to you as well. Logan offers deep practical, emotional, and spiritual support. Logan wants everyone she works with to feel empowered in their decisions and to help ensure all the wishes of her clients are being met.
Though we can’t plan for what is to come, we can find solace in ourselves, our beliefs and values especially when we find the right person to assist, found in the hands of Logan in those moments.
Logan has experience working with families who have children with different medical complexities, autism, use varying types of medical equipment and devices. She is always willing to learn more about your families specific needs to help give the appropriate aiding in all dynamics. Logan believes in meeting each person exactly where they are and helping them to find their own level of autonomy.
Month 10 - Postpartum Doula Certified (2023)
ToLabor - Birth Doula Trained (2023)
International Doula Life Movement - End of Life Doula Certified (2024)
RIE (Resources for Infant Educarers) Trained
SANDRA CRAWFORD
Birth + Postpartum doula, Certified Lactation Counselor, Childbirth Educator
doulasand@gmail.com
434.665.0819
www.DoulaSand.com
Driven by a deeply rooted passion for serving others Sandra feels strongly that every family deserves the support and information they need to make confident decisions throughout pregnancy, labor and the newborn stages. She focuses on serving women and families compassionately and without judgement, and she feels that the birth of a child is a sacred family experience deserving of an atmosphere filled with respect and absent of fear. It is her goal to ensure that you are well prepared to enter confidently into your birth and the journey of parenthood.
DONA International Certified Birth Doula
ALPP Certified Lactation Counselor
Evidence Based Birth® Instructor
Advanced Doula Training, Carriage House Birth 2016
LGBT-Inclusive Obstetrics and Nursing Support 2017
Gena Kirby Method Rebozo Training 2015
Use of TENS in Labor DONA International 2018
Spinning Babies Workshop 2017
“Sandra was a kind and helpful presence in our lives both before and after the birth of our twins. She was always available to listen and provide direction to well-reasoned and researched information about pregnancy and childbirth. I never felt that Sandra was telling me what to do, but rather supporting my husband and I to make the right decision for us and our babies… Sandra provided us with postpartum doula services and I looked forward to every time she came to our home. She calmed me both through her words and attitude in that early period of sleep deprivation and wondering how my husband and I were ever going to take care of two tiny children during a global pandemic. I would unreservedly recommend hiring Sandra; she combines total professionalism and pre/postnatal knowledge with a steady and kind presence in even the most stressful times”
TIKARA CANNON, MPH, CBS, PPD
Postpartum doula & Certified Breastfeeding Specialist
info@milkandcradle.com
434-218-0593
www.milkandcradle.com
Tikara’s passion for postpartum care and breastfeeding is manifested from her own experiences following the birth of twins, born prematurely, at just over 31 weeks gestation. At the time, she and her husband were thousands of miles away from family due to his job in the armed forces. They were all alone with no external support other than a handful of coworkers and hospital staff. Being a NICU parent also opened her eyes to the amount of misinformation and ill-guided techniques that women are commonly and briefly educated on. Tikara provides postpartum and lactation support to individuals and families of various dynamics. Through her experiences, backed by evidenced-based research, she strives to prevent the frustrations and obstacles that can occur without support. Services are offered and tailored to your specific needs and are also available virtually.
Masters of Public Health - Health Promotion - Liberty University (September 2017)
Certified Breastfeeding Specialist - Lactation Education Resources (January 2020)
Postpartum Doula Training - DONA - (September 2020)
Sabr Lyon
Postpartum Doula, Placenta Encapsulation, and Ceremonialist
Giving birth was challenging pre Covid-19, and now the loneliness and pressure of being a new parent has been amped up ten-fold. Whether you have the birth of your dreams, or feel disappointed, let down, or traumatized by your birthing experience, postpartum support is as important as it ever has been. The pressure to be the perfect parent is ever present, but in reality there is no such thing as perfection. Video consults about breast/chest feeding and general questions are available, and Sabr also offers in-home assistance, gentle guidance, placenta prep and personalized postpartum closing ceremony to help you explore parenting methods that fit your family best. Masks are necessary for any in-person meetings (except for the newborn), and Sabr offers a sliding scale to those who request one, so please don’t hesitate to inquire!
CYNTHIA JORDAN FISHER
POSTPARTUM DOULA
cjfmoms@gmail.com
434-960-7077
www.BabiesByTheBlueRidgeDoulasandMore.com
Cynthia began training through observing births and newborns in Rome, Italy in 1983. After giving birth to her first child in 1986, Cynthia supported multicultural mothers in their homes in Hawaii as a Child Development Specialist, teaching newborn care, feeding, reading baby's cues and strengthening the mother baby bond.
Cynthia has worked continuously with families in Charlottesville since 1995 where she began classes for parents with newborns to age 3. While working as a postpartum doula she especially enjoys helping mothers gain insights into their newborn from a Montessori perspective. Cynthia also helps prepare homes to encompass a newborn or infant's needs.
CPR Adult/Infant Certified (2016)
DONA (Doulas of North America) Postpartum Certification (2006)
NCAST (Nursing Child Assessment Satellite Training) Certification (1989)
AMI Montessori Assistant to Infancy Certification (1985)
BA in Human Ecology : College of The Atlantic, Bar Harbor, Maine (1980)
Early Childhood/Elementary Education : University of Maine (1980)
“Cynthia’s overall calm, supportive, positive manner with me, baby, our 27-month-old, and my husband was so appreciated. She has an ability to be present and soft in her manner that, during such a vulnerable, precious and magical time, cannot be taught, and is beyond words in appreciation.”
DEIDRE ROHAN
POSTPARTUM DOULA
Deidre Rohan has over 40 years experience with newborns, toddlers and teens. She raised 5 children as a single mother, and has taken in children that were in need of care and parental guidance. Deidre has worked with many who have experiencing traumatic pregnancies due to home life and homelessness, has worked with AIDs clinics, and has a long history of working as a home and institution health aid. She adores her 3 grandchildren, babies (and their birth parents) in general, and is excited to help you with all your postpartum needs! Contact Diedre at 540-836-8899 and on AlchemistTP.com
DEBBIE WONG, CPM
BIRTH DOULA, POSTPARTUM DOULA, (IN)FERTILITY DOULA, MIDWIFE
debbiewongcpm@gmail.com
434.987.1257
ninemoonsmidwifery.com
Debbie's passion is to support an intended parent during their journey into and through the childbearing year. Over a decade ago, she started her career as a doula by attending births. This was part of her early training to become a Certified Professional Midwife. Since that time, she has supported over 300 families in welcoming their babies. Motherhood, however, is not isolated to pregnancy and birth. Often the intended birthing individuals need support during pre-conception, and often after the baby is born. Debbie's role as your doula is to provide you with care so you may feel informed, empowered, and confident wherever you are in your process of building your family.
Adult/Child/Infant CPR and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (current)
The Maternal Child Health (MCH) Specialist Training (2015)
Resolving Neonatal Birth Trauma Training (2015)
Arvigo Techniques in Maya Abdominal Therapy-Professional Training (2011)
Certified Professional Midwife (2009)
BS Midwifery, Birthingway College of Midwifery (2009)
Seattle Midwifery Doula Training (2004)
“Debbie was my doula for my first birth. She was an indispensable part of the experience. She has a calm, supportive and comforting presence which helped my husband and I make our son’s birth everything we were hoping for. She is awesome!!!”
KIAUNA THOMAS
FULL SPECTRUM DOULA
doulanonnie@gmail.com
434.257.6736
Being the eldest sister of five children, Kiauna cannot remember a time that she was not providing care for another. As an adult, she has taken this knowledge and filled the roles of a Certified Nurse Assistant, Nanny, Direct Support Professional, Doula, Perinatal Educator, and Wellness Coordinator. As both a Nurse Assistant at the University of Virginia, and Wellness Coordinator and the Fluvanna Correctional Facility for Women, Kiauna has attended births and provided care for countless moms and babies.
Kiauna is certified as a full spectrum doula through the Common Sense Childbirth Institute, taking special interest in newborn care, postpartum care, and lactation. Kiauna believes in creating a sacred, trauma and culturally informed, birthing-person-led birth environment. After expanding her heart and skillset as a doula, Kiauna aspires to become a Certified Professional Midwife.
Although not a mother of human babies yet, Kiauna has two fur babies: Kendrick the cat and Katana the German Shepherd. Katana is currently being trained as an emotional support dog and will soon be able to attend births when requested! In her down time, Kiauna enjoys threading eyebrows, body sugaring hair removal, and spending time in nature. Being that she is passionate about anything that makes one feel beautiful, Kiauna is a strong advocate for Women’s Rights and LGBTQ Rights.
EMILY KOESTER
POSTPARTUM DOULA
delfinadoula@gmail.com
month10.com
Emily will guide and support you through the early weeks after the birth of your baby(ies). She provides evidence-based education on feeding, soothing and sleeping, practical suggestions and demonstrations, and a listening ear.
DIANNE BEARINGER, CPD
POSTPARTUM DOULA
motherworkscville.com
motherworkscville@gmail.com
Dianne Bearinger is an experienced Waldorf pre-school teacher and DONA Certified Postpartum Doula. She works at Month10 supporting families who have babies and young children, and as a parent-Child class teacher at the Charlottesville Waldorf School. She also acts as a local consultant to home school families.
HIDAYAH WALKER
Birth + Postpartum Doula, Lactation Counselor, Childbirth Educator
babguidance@gmail.com
614-398-1110
www.birthbyguidance.com
Hidayah has been a lifelong lover of the birth process and is passionate about protecting, promoting, and supporting families during their transformative childbearing year. She began her formal trainings in 2015 and has had the honor of supporting families in hospitals, birth centers, community clinics and private homes. She has a particular passion for educating families on their rights and options in all birth settings and enjoys facilitating positive, mutually agreeable conversations between women, partners/family members and healthcare professionals. Hidayah believes that one of her most important roles in supporting birth is to simply hold space and walk beside families as they come into their own given birthing power with confidence. When she is not focusing on birth work or midwifery studies, she fulfills her favorite position in life: boy mom to 3!
Adult/child/infant CPR/BLS and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (current)
Certified Lactation Counselor (2016)
DONA International Birth and Postpartum Doula Training (2017)
Evidence Based Birth Member (2019)
Spinning Babies Training (2020)
Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator (2020)
Birth Emergencies Skills Training (2020)
Heart and Hands Midwifery Intensive (2020 - present)
MOLLY DUNCAN
DONA TRAINED BIRTH + POSTPARTUM DOULA
434.825.5721
www.belovedbirthcville.com
Molly has always been inspired and amazed by the journey women make through pregnancy and birth into motherhood. Her own birth was transformational and called her towards a path of uplifting and supporting women during this time period of their lives. Molly has completed her doula training through DONA and is a certified yoga instructor. She has also completed her 85 hour prenatal yoga teacher training through Kelly Cox at Bend. As a Doula, her aim is to help facilitate a birth in which Mom feels empowered, heard and safe. She feels that birth is an experience defined by the deepest emotions, and is honored to bear witness as new families are born.
REAGAN GREENFIELD
BIRTH + POSTPARTUM DOULA
aroundwegrow@yahoo.com
434-531-5686
reagangreenfield.com
Reagan became a birth doula to support all birthing people. She is passionate in her support of mothers of multiples and women with high-risk pregnancies to feel empowered in their births. She supports all people, not just those desiring natural childbirth. Sometimes our journey to parenthood takes roads we didn’t intend to travel. Reagan believes that if you feel educated, prepared, safe and loved, you can have an uplifting labor and delivery. She enjoys being actively present in a calm and grounding way for my clients. She looks forward to talking to you and hearing your thoughts on your pregnancy, labor, delivery and time after birth.
Finishing doula certification with toLabor
Training to be a FullCircle Placenta encapsulation specialist
Emergency Health Sciences degree
Board member of Birth Matters VA
Bereavement training
“We loved working with Reagan! She exhibited the perfect level of professionalism for such an intimate occasion; she was kind, insightful, available, well-informed, and totally personable. She put a lot of time and effort into understanding our vision regarding this birth and she was invaluable in helping us achieve it. We absolutely recommend her services as a birth doula and wouldn’t think twice about hiring her for future births.”
EMMA ANDREWS
Doula + Reiki Master + intuitve
emmacatherineandrews@gmail.com
816.260.0340
www.emma-andrews.com
Emma is a certified Reiki Master, Childbirth + Postpartum Doula and Intuitive who has spent the last decade of her life discovering deep healing and connection to the divine. Highly perceptive as a child, she became aware of her intuitive gifts after the death of her father. She enjoys working with individuals through transformative times, using her intuitive gifts to bring clarity and her skill at moving energy to bring healing and balance. Emma lives in Scottsville with her husband, dog and herd of goats.
She offers Reiki Healing Sessions, Intuitive Readings and Postpartum Doula Support.
DONA International® Birth Doula Training with Homegrown Babies (2018)
Breastfeeding Basics Training (2019)
Spinning Babies® Training (2019)
Sacred Plant Traditions Herbalism Course (2018)
Reiki I, II, III Certifications (2020)
Crystal Reiki Certification