Doula 4 A Queen

24/01/2026

14/11/2025

Decades of research have shown that round-the-clock fetal monitoring does not reliably predict fetal distress, and experts say it leads to many unnecessary surgeries. But it’s still used in nearly every birth in the U.S. because of business and legal concerns, a New York Times investigation found. https://nyti.ms/3WF7yLx

14/11/2025

One day, one day ✨

The impact that our AABC community members in their work never ceases to blow us away.
President of the NY State Chapter of AABC (NYSBCA) and founder of The Birthing Place, Myla Flores, had her Womb Bus featured in CBS News for its impact on families in the Bronx. 🚌🤰

The "Womb Bus" is a mobile wellness clinic that brings the services of the Birthing Place Foundation to under-represented communities in the Bronx, especially BIPOC families who experience significant systemic barriers to happy, healthy birth experiences. When the system is failing our families, the birth center community rises to the challenge with innovation and passion.

"I feel fortunate enough to kind of break that generational cycle of traumatic births," said one visitor of the Womb Bus.

To read the full article, visit https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/womb-bus-bronx-maternal-health-care/

01/10/2025

A few weeks ago I had the pleasure and honor to represent my organization at the 2025 Convening.

I started the convening off learning about the incredible work and care being provided by the Feminist Center for Reproductive Liberation and ended my time cheering my doula client on via Facetime as she gloriously and quickly birthed her son into this world.

It is always a privilege to learn from and be encouraged by amazing Black women doing soul stirring, heart centered, reproductive/birth justice work all over the nation.

I needed this weekend to remind me who I’ve been, who I AM, and who I AM destined to be.

Sequoia Kemp, BIG RN, Future CommUNITY Midwife.

I can’t wait to attend and hopefully present at the and celebrate BMMA’s 10 year anniversary!

23/08/2025

WHERE THEM FANS AT?! All roads and boots lead to next Wednesday for our Black Breastfeeding Week Celebration!

We look forward to celebrating Black Breastfeeding Week 2025 with you and your family! This year’s theme is !

Join us as we uplift, honor, and celebrate your breastfeeding milestones! Whether you breastfeed for one day or up to 2 years and beyond, this event is for YOU! Parents-to-be who desire to breastfeed are also invited to attend for a chance to win a brand new breast pump or lactation gift basket!

What to Expect:

FREE Family Portraits: We will have a photo booth where you and your family can receive a complimentary family portrait as a keepsake—a visual reminder of the amazing human beings you help nurture and nourish!

Dinner Provided: Enjoy a delicious meal with your family

Community & Celebration: Connect with other breastfeeding families and celebrate this incredible journey together

Giveaways: 50/50 Raffle and opportunities to win other prizes!

Event Details:

📅 Date: Wednesday, August 27, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Location: 2323 S. Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13205

Important Notes:

Family portraits will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis
Space is limited - RSVP form will close when our list is full. Link to register can be found in our bio!

16/07/2025

Join the movement to improve prenatal, birthing, and postpartum experiences at Crouse Hospital by sharing your experience with Doula 4 a Queen!

Take 10-15 minutes to complete our anonymous survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd9ASyhGipA8MOAILcvkWBhO7Z2s_IEOZaGqSLYFdDuYshk6w/viewform

13/07/2025

✨Meet us at the Temple of our Survival ✨

This event is for Black women and birthing people who are craving a shared space to reflect, heal, and reclaim our collective power.

Maybe you’re nervous about what’s to come, or grieving what could’ve been. Maybe you simply just need a space to be in community and connect with others navigating similar life experiences.

Birth and reproductive justice are our birthright. Healing does not have to take place in isolation.

I invite you to show up, as your whole self.

Special thank you to artist and filmmaker, Alisha Wormsley, for allowing us to hold this sacred space in her mobile set, the Temple of our Survival. Learn more about her film at https://www.alishabwormsley.com/children-of-nan-a-survival-guide.

10/07/2025

In case you missed it, Doula 4 A Queen has partnered with Crouse Health to improve maternal health and birth experiences in Central New York.

“Standing in the Gap” is a project developed by yours truly, to use REAL stories to create REAL change. No more business as usual. Families in Syracuse deserve to feel supported, cared for, and empowered no matter where they give birth!

Have you given birth in Syracuse, NY within the past 10 years? Share your birth story!

Survey link: https://forms.gle/Af9zDY4MBJSeT3de6

02/06/2025

🎉 Celebrating 11 Years & Paying It Forward! 🎉

In honor of Doula 4 a Queen's 11th Anniversary, we're doing something special this year – we're paying it forward to Cafe Sankofa Cooperative!

While we usually raise money annually to support our birthworker fund, this year we're rallying our community to help our new home, Cafe Sankofa Inc., continue hosting vital programming on Syracuse's Southside.

Why Cafe Sankofa Matters 💜

This organization holds a special place in my heart – it's where I've connected with so many of you over the years! Whether you attended our:

Childbirth education classes
Birth song writing workshops
Black Healing Expos

Cafe Sankofa Inc. has been the backdrop for countless meaningful moments in our community.

Our Community Cornerstone 🏠

Cafe Sankofa Inc. is more than just a space – it's a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and true community staple with a powerful vision:

✨ Foster health equity
✨ Promote community healing and well-being
✨ Increase food access in historically economically disadvantaged areas

How You Can Help 🍿

By purchasing delicious, award-winning popcorn! Every purchase directly supports Cafe Sankofa's important work in our community.

🛒 Shop now: https://popup.doublegood.com/s/cg2b553k

Thank you for 11 incredible years and for helping us give back to the place that has given us so much!

Click here to buy our delicious popcorn and 50% of your purchase benefits this fundraiser.

01/05/2025

Around the Clock, We Nurture Their Spark! 🌟
Whether it's daytime adventures or nighttime care, It Takes A Village 24HR Childcare Center is here to provide a safe, loving, and enriching environment — 24/7!
✅ Accepting infants to school-age
✅ Enrichment activities daily
✅ Open 24 hours

📲 Text “Enroll” to 315.925.7774 and join our village today!
❤️ Follow us: It Takes A Village on Facebook