A Caring Doula

08/31/2025

Doulas, the business summit built just for you is back.
🎉 25+ free trainings
📅 September 9 to 11
🎟 Tickets drop August 26
Real topics. Real solutions. No fluff.
Grief work, branding, trauma care, birth photography, AI, advocacy, and more.
Save the date and get ready → https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftakieshasmith--doula.thrivecart.com%2Fdoulas-doing-business-registration-2025%2F&data=05%7C02%7C%7C8d329a2875ae469529a708dde766c2c3%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638921150727918111%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=vs0UeNJGU%2FTcp1LTrTORaLiC157cUScGDQIP3n1Ajv8%3D&reserved=0

07/07/2025

Want tips for how to keep cool while feeding your baby this summer?

06/18/2025

MelaMama Maternal Wellness will be at the CareSource Bumps & Babies event this Saturday!

This is more than just a meet-up—it's a celebration of parenthood! Come connect with a variety of amazing local vendors offering resources, support, and goodies for expecting and new families. From baby care to wellness and everything in between, there’s something for everyone!

I’ll be there representing MelaMama Maternal Wellness, ready to support your feeding journey.

📅 Date: This Saturday
📍 Location: Shepherd Community Center
🕘 Time: 12-2pm

Scan the QR code below to register and join us for a day of community, care, and connection!

06/09/2025

Sometimes this job is really tough, like when I find myself crying in a public bathroom, tough. Being a doula and advocate is super rewarding, but it is also a lot of work.
That is why I make time for JOY. like petting these goats. The fun I had two weekends ago holding and petting these goats ( something so out of the norm for me) still makes me smile today. To my doula sisters, make time for joy; it restores balance and helps heal the soul.

06/05/2025

June is Pride Month, and if you know anything about me, you know I support all people. I also want everyone to stay informed and safe. Here are some events happening around the city.

04/17/2025

Indiana's maternal mortality rates are alarming, with Black women at higher risk due to lack of access and preventable causes.

04/17/2025

This Black Maternal Health Week, I had the opportunity to speak on WRTV6 about an issue close to my heart:

As a proud advocate for our community, I know how critical it is to shine a light on the disparities Black mothers face and to amplify the voices calling for change. The maternal health crisis is real, but so is the resilience, strength, and hope in our families and communities.

While this week provides a spotlight, the conversation doesn't end here—it’s a year-round commitment to advocacy, education, and action.

https://www.wishtv.com/news/multicultural-news/indiana-maternal-mortality-rates/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_WISH-TV&fbclid=IwY2xjawJtPLtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHlWaOT4t9h7V2C2Nj8QV42VgoXBe0ZfL-x-THi60a5jGBy9hAVcoM1G7w9m3_aem_7YStgpU9pszr5irTLz0yVw

Indiana's maternal mortality rates are alarming, with Black women at higher risk due to lack of access and preventable causes.

10/31/2024

Know someone expecting in the Indianapolis area? Join Count the Kicks, Indianapolis Colts center Ryan Kelly, and his wife Emma for a FREE community baby shower on Nov. 12, 2024, at 6 p.m. at the Indianapolis Colts Practice Facility.
Enjoy live music, foot massages, pregnancy resources, giveaways, baby clothing, a maternity photo shoot, and more!
Register here: bit.ly/IndyBabyShower

10/29/2024

About to help close the 2024 Summit. I am so excited to share how we can make birthing more equitable. If you missed this year's conference next year will be in Seattle. See you next year!

10/26/2024

Know someone expecting in the Indianapolis area? Join Count the Kicks, Indianapolis Colts center Ryan Kelly, and his wife Emma for a FREE community baby shower on Nov. 12, 2024, at 6 p.m. at the Indianapolis Colts Practice Facility.
Enjoy live music, foot massages, pregnancy resources, giveaways, baby clothing, a maternity photo shoot, and more!
Register here: bit.ly/IndyBabyShower

10/24/2024

The summit is next week.

10/15/2024