Meet Novant BIPOC Doulas

The following independent birth workers bring their own skills, education, experience, and commitment to culturally-competent care. Whether you’re seeking prenatal, birth, or postpartum support—there is someone here who can meet you there.

  • Tamika Smith

    MSW | LCSWA | Doula

    Tamika Smith is a licensed clinical social worker associate with a background in perinatal mental health. She supports families of all backgrounds through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum—providing emotional support, mental health resources, and a reminder that it’s okay to prioritize your well-being.

  • Kimbly Mungin

    CHWIII

    With a Heart for service and hands that heal. Kimbly brings deep compassion and expertise to every family she supports . Kimbly combines evidence based birth support with a strong foundation in public health to empower, educate and uplift families through every stage of their journey.

  • Sariann Funderburk

    Doula | Childbirth Educator

    Birth is sacred, and every vessel carrying life deserves to be nurtured, protected, and honored. I support families—especially Black and brown mothers—as they navigate pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with power and peace. Let’s journey together toward a more grounded, informed, and empowered birth experience.

  • Kelly R. Little

    Founder

    Kelly R. Little is redefining fatherhood as a “Dynamic Dad Doula,” empowering men to actively support and advocate for maternal health. Through his innovative approach, he’s saving lives and strengthening families by equipping dads to be present partners from pregnancy onward.

  • A'Nia Morrison

    Doula | CBE

    A’Nia (ah-ny-ah) is a full-spectrum doula with a big heart for holistic care, inclusive support, and holding space through every part of your journey, from pregnancy to postpartum and beyond.

  • Nautica Byrd-Shine

    Certified Birth Doula – DONA International

    Let’s create a beautiful, supported birth experience together! My goal is to ensure you feel seen, heard, and empowered every step of the way.

  • Tiffany Byers

    BS Psychology | Licensed Esthetician | Massage Therapist | Birth Doula

    With a background in psychology and hands trained in healing. Tiffany empowers birthing people through touch, knowledge and advocacy. If you are a client who thrives in a sacred space of appropriate and intentional human touch, then I am your Doula.

  • Kenya Perry

    MSW

    A Fruitful Beginning Doula and Maternal Wellness provides compassionate support for expecting families, focusing on postpartum care and holistic wellness. On our platform, you’ll find resources, personalized coaching, and services to help you through every stage of your maternal journey—emphasizing postpartum health, self-care, and a Christ-centered approach.

  • De'Ja Black

    CHES® | ACE Certified Health Coach

    De’Ja is a DONA-trained birth doula, passionate about supporting empowering, culturally centered birth experiences. She blends advocacy, education, and compassionate care to help Black and Brown birthing individuals feel seen, supported, and prepared every step of the way.

  • Kameela Terry

    Certified Doula

    With over a decade of birth work rooted in love and faith, Kameela is a certified doula, childbirth educator-in-training, and proud wife & mother of five. She supports all birth spaces, and encouraging sisterhood - especially empowering women of color in "Reclaiming Our Womb". This is more than birth support. It’s ministry. It’s love in action. It’s faith in every step.

  • Erica Johnson Lewis

    Doula, BSHS, Placenta Encapsulation Specialist

    Erica Johnson Lewis is a birth and postpartum doula devoted to compassionate, empowering care from pregnancy to early parenthood. With a background in health sciences and a mission rooted in holistic, equitable support, she helps families feel seen, supported, and confident every step of the way.

  • Barbie DuBois

    Certified Doula | Childbirth and Lactation Educator | BioBehavioral Health Specialist

    Barbie is the founder of Christian Doula Fellowship. She is dedicated to nurturing the physical, emotional, educational, and spiritual aspects of childbirth, while supporting women in their transition to motherhood. Barbie is passionate about helping moms experience gentle, empowering births where faith, peace, and God’s presence are at the center.

  • Natisha Simms

    IBCLC - Lactation Consultant

    From Focusing on her family as a stay at home mom of 4 children 5 years and under, to assisting others in her community along their own personal journey of motherhood, Natisha's path to serving families has been marked by advocacy and support . Get excited to learn more about the life of a true encourager.

  • Maleah Smarr

    B.A.

    Nurturing families through every step of the postpartum and breastfeeding journey, I offer expert lactation support and compassionate doula care tailored to your unique needs. With a heart-centered approach, I’m here to empower, educate, and walk beside you—every step of the way.

  • Tommye Staton

    Certified Doula & Master of Science (MS)

    Tommye is a professional educator. The idea of sharing the experience of childbirth prefaced with education is a gratifying situation that shines light on knowledge.

  • Na'Brittany Byers

    MSW, Doula

    Na'Brittany is a doula and social worker who brings a unique and resourceful approach to maternal health equity. She is dedicated and passionate about supporting each mother's mind, body, and soul. As the owner of Essential Perinatal Connections, she provides a comprehensive and compassionate experience during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

  • Courtney Keith

    MSW

    Dedicated to uplifting growing families, I’m a maternal wellness advocate, doula, and childbirth educator passionate about empowering parents through culturally competent care. With a foundation in social work and a focus on Black maternal health, I offer childbirth classes, doula support, and public speaking that center education, advocacy, and representation.

  • Rosa Green

    Certified Doula | Childbirth and Lactation Educator

    Rosa is the owner and Birth Doula giving life to First Breath Doula Care & Wellness. She provides selfless support and unwavering love for mothers, focusing on strengthening family bonds while remaining in the background to knowingly enhance birthing and early postpartum pathways.

  • Stacia Marcellin

    Doula | Licensed Clinical Social Worker | Childbirth Educator

    Stacia is passionate about women’s health and holistic well-being. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, she has extensive experience helping people navigate significant life events and transitions. With her company, Resilient Living, Stacia provides comprehensive and empowering birthing and therapeutic support.

  • Shenika Brown

    Doula | Certified Nursing Assistant

    Shenika, a loving mother of two, brings over two decades of healthcare experience to her role as a Birth Doula - specializing in labor and delivery. She founded Comforting Mothers to provide support, resources, and empowering information for confident birthing experiences.

  • Leslie Morrow

    Certified Doula | Childbirth and Lactation Educator | Certified Postpartum Nutrition Professional

    Leslie’s mission is to improve maternal and family health outcomes along the childbearing continuum, through her company, Chosen Vessel Collective. Sharing wisdom, educational insights and recovery guidance, her goal is to cultivate holistically supported journeys.

  • Jessica Campbell

    Doula

    Jessica Campbell, founder of Nurturing Roots Birthing Services, is a devoted mother and Birth Doula in Charlotte. Since 2011, she has been committed to providing exceptional, personalized support to women during their birthing journeys.

  • Simone Gales

    Doula | Childbirth Educator | Community Health Worker

    Simone’s service is deeply motivated by her lived motherhood experience. Her company, MilkNHunny, prominently supports young mothers through the journey of pregnancy and early parenthood. Simone provides empathetic care and guidance - ensuring all mothers feel supported and respected.

  • Cquadayshia Sharpe

    Certified Doula | Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate

    Qua Sharpe is a Licensed Clinical Therapist, Birth and Postpartum Doula, and owner of Birthing A Better You. She dedicates herself to empowering families through comprehensive support and unbiased, informed guidance.

  • Cecelia Johnson

    Doula | Placenta Encapsulation Specialist

    Mother of two adult daughters, grandmother, DONA-trained and JCSU-trained doula, and owner of Precious and Pure Doula. Cecelia sweetly delivers well-rounded and loving support to accompany mothers and families from prenatal to postpartum periods.

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