About Us

We are a group of Black doulas who came together, seeking community in a homogenous doula environment.

We created the OBDS as a way to expand our community, to validate our experiences, and to amplify Black voices.

The Founders

  • Suzanne Lim

  • Stacia Stewart

  • Jessica Bloomfield

  • Debbie Alleyne

  • Gabrielle Griffith

  • Jordyn Gibson

  • Tanicia Reedon

  • Vision

    We look forward to seeing health systems rooted in anti-racism and deep community care.

    We intend to support doulas who work toward equity and anti-racism as they fill the gaps in healthcare that lead to significant disparities in Black communities.

  • Mission

    Our goal is to expand the understanding of what a doula does; To change the way we doula.

    We aim to:

    1. Create awareness about the need for and value of doula care that is culturally competent.

    2. Raise awareness about Black maternal health disparities

    3. Support as many culturally & structurally competent doulas as possible and promote their practices.

  • We Value

    Cultural Competence

    Authenticity

    Respect

    Exploration, Equity & Expansion

“The question is not how to survive, but how to thrive with passion, compassion, humor and style.”

Dr. Maya Angelou