Practice overview
Bee or BriAnna or Bri, the Doula, has been a postpartum, labor & delivery and newborn nursery registered nurse since August 2018. In February 2020, she received her birth doula training through the National Black Doula Association. She also enjoys capturing moments in time with birth, newborn and maternity photography, a hobby she has been skilled in since 2015 (BeeThePhotographer.com). Nature, herbs and the powerful healing energy of plant medicine have fascinated Bee since she discovered how to make mud pies and plant food for her dolls as a little girl. Through learning about pharmacology and western prescription medications, she discovered that Mother Nature, even at its smallest compounds, has provided humans with everything we need to survive. Her passion for childbirth goes back to her early childhood years after seeing her sister carry her nephew to term and becoming addicted to watching “A Birth Story” on TLC every morning. It all came full circle once she began working as a women’s health nurse right after nursing school and also during her journey of self healing, self discovery and spirituality. These experiences have allowed her to provide holistic/individualized support and care to clients using herbs, natural birthing practices and nutritional education.
Taylor
June 24, 2021 at 12:39 pm | Client reviewBrianna made my pregnancy the most wonderful experience ever. I felt so comfortable and safe having her around every step of the way. Being pregnant during covid was not easy , it was stressful and scary but she was always there and reassured me that I would be okay. She’s very professional but yet has become a friend for life . Very easy going and will advocate loudly for you . Also she was so knowledgeable and resourceful in everything I came to her and asked . I would definitely recommend if you want a support person for life
Zulekha
June 24, 2021 at 1:20 pm | Client reviewBrianna was my doula for my first born! Literally one of my best decisions as a first time mommy , was hiring her. She guided me , prepared me and played a huge role in keeping me sane and healthy throughout my journey. She offered both prenatal and post natal services, along with placenta encapsulation. My family and I love her and are truly thankful for her and will use her in the future for our next addition to the family.
NIA
June 25, 2021 at 5:39 pm | Peer reviewBrianna has been such a huge help to me as doula. Eventhough we entered the birth world around the same time she has knowledge way beyond her years. I know how she communicates with and I know she goes over and beyond for her clients as well. She’s an amazing nurse so she’s always gaining new knowledge everyday to pour into her clients and women in the community.
Priye
June 28, 2021 at 3:09 pm | Client review“BriAnna is an excellent doula. My entire experience with her was wonderful from beginning to end. I decided to look for a doula because I started to feel anxious about giving birth in my second trimester. I wanted someone that could guide and educate me during my pregnancy and support me during delivery. Her initial consultation immediately put my husband and I at ease. She is very personable, knowledgeable and professional. It’s a major plus that she is a labor and delivery RN. She knows so much regarding childbirth and has so much insight on various birth scenarios. She also has so many tips and remedies to deal with the discomforts of pregnancy.
BriAnna is a pro in the labor room offering constant support physically, emotionally and mentally. She helped cater to my every need to help make me as comfortable as possible. She provided counter pressure on my back as I labored, fed me ice chips, fanned me, helped me change birthing positions, and consistently gave me words of encouragement. Without BriAnna by my side, I don’t think I would have been able to stick with my unmedicated birth plan.
Now let’s talk photography. The doula package I got included maternity, birth and newborn photography. BriAnna did an absolutely amazing job. She is so easy to work with and the pictures came out great. It was so convenient not having to shop around for a photographer to capture these precious moments. The newborn photos are my favorite.”