Rafael Newport-Hewitt
Rafael Newport-Hewitt is a dedicated birth and postpartum doula with a strong commitment to providing holistic care for families during their transformative journey. With a background in physical, emotional, and spiritual support, Rafael works to ensure each client feels empowered, respected, and confident in their desired birth experience.
Anja Akhile
Anja Akhile is a midwife and doula based in Southern California, with seven years of experience and current training at the National Midwifery Institute. Rooted in spirituality and traditional practices, Anja honors the sacred and transformative nature of birth, providing tailored support to each family’s unique journey.
Ravi Agarwal
Dr. Ravi Agarwal is a reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist with expertise in fertility preservation, egg freezing, recurrent pregnancy loss, and PCOS. He completed his medical training at USC and Harvard, and now treats patients at the Reproductive Science Center of the San Francisco Bay Area, where he combines his passion for patient care with […]
Ayanna Binta
Ayanna is a dedicated doula, childbirth educator, lactation education specialist, and wellness instructor, offering culturally congruent and heart-led care to families. With over 8 years of experience in birthing support and a background in education, fitness, and holistic wellness, Ayanna empowers individuals and families on their journey to wellness, parenthood, and beyond.
Renett Clough
Renett Clough is a student midwife, mother, and the founder of Black Mamas Village, created in honor of her late mother, Ruby Dean Brown. With 19 years of experience in the non-profit sector, Renett is passionate about supporting Black and Brown families, providing equitable access to care and resources as a Birth, Postpartum, and Adoption […]
Talmadge King
Dr. Talmadge E. King Jr. is the Dean of the School of Medicine and Vice Chancellor for Medical Affairs. He is also a pulmonologist with expertise in respiratory medicine.
Tanisha Dandridge
Dr. Tenisha Dandridge, L.Ac., is the founder of Sacramento’s only mobile acupuncture clinic, specializing in acupuncture and Chinese medicine to address racial health disparities and multigenerational trauma. With over 11 years of experience, she holds a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine and is the author of Unusual Tale of Acupuncture, Racism, and African American […]
Temeka Zore
Dr. Temeka Zore is a highly trained reproductive endocrinologist with extensive education and training from the University of Texas, Indiana University School of Medicine, and UCLA, specializing in advanced reproductive technologies, PCOS, egg freezing, and pre-implantation genetic testing. Recognized for her academic excellence and dedication, Dr. Zore has earned numerous awards, including the Pacific Coast […]
Yvonne Scarlett
Dr. Scarlett is an Integrative Women’s Health and autoimmune disease specialist with over 14 years of experience. She blends Traditional Chinese Medicine, functional medicine, and lifestyle changes to provide holistic care, specializing in fertility, PCOS, Endometriosis, thyroid, and autoimmune disorders. Driven by personal health challenges, Dr. Scarlett is dedicated to empowering women with personalized, comprehensive […]
Adia Gipson
Adia Gipson, co-founder of Golden Journey Empowerment and a pioneering Black IBCLC, is dedicated to normalizing breastfeeding in the Black community through culturally informed advocacy and support. Her work aims to break barriers, celebrate traditions, and ensure representation in maternity care to uplift Black mothers on their breastfeeding journeys.
Ajira Darch
Ajira Darch is a passionate doula, photographer, and Scorpio, dedicated to supporting birthing individuals through transformative journeys and capturing the beauty of families and businesses as they grow. With a love for birth, parenting, and storytelling, Ajira combines care and creativity to empower and document life’s most meaningful transitions.
Alexandra Shepperd
Alex is a Los Angeles-based full-spectrum doula dedicated to educating, advocating, and empowering families through pregnancy, birth, and reproductive health. With a commitment to providing emotional, physical, and informational support, Alex ensures personalized care across all birthing outcomes to help families achieve their envisioned birth experiences.
