DeAnna the Doula Trainer

11/07/2025

Did you know that many complications leading to maternal or fetal loss are preventable with early intervention and consistent postpartum care?

That’s why birthworkers, doulas, and advocates are so essential to our healthcare system. We don’t replace medical care, we strengthen it. We help families recognize warning signs, ask the right questions, and navigate the care they deserve.

What’s one thing you wish every expecting parent knew about pregnancy or postpartum care?

10/24/2025

Still one of my favorite conversations on maternal health and advocacy.

This panel with the reminded me why this work matters — because when we create space for real stories, change begins to take root.

Every voice, every experience, every mother deserves to be heard.

10/16/2025

Improving Black maternal health isn’t something one person or organization can do alone. It takes doulas, midwives, advocates, and healthcare partners coming together to create lasting impact.

In my latest blog, I’m sharing how collaboration fuels progress in birthwork and why building strong partnerships is key to improving outcomes for Black mothers and babies.

Read more about how we can move forward together:

Improving Black maternal health requires more than passion; it requires partnership. No single person, program, or organization can create lasting change alone. Real progress happens when doulas, midwives, community advocates, and healthcare institutions work together with one mission in mind: ensur...

10/15/2025

From March of Dimes to Planned Parenthood, from community rallies to keynote stages, this work has always been about collaboration. I’ve had the privilege of partnering with organizations and leaders across Wisconsin who share the same goal: better outcomes for every birthing family.

10/11/2025

10/09/2025

Schedule Quality, affordable, and confidential health care. Make an appointment online or call 1-800-230-PLAN to find the health center nearest you.

10/09/2025

10/09/2025

Take five minutes for yourself — it could save your life.

Performing a self-breast exam monthly helps you know what’s normal for your body and catch changes early. Check for lumps, dimpling, discharge, or swelling, and if anything feels off, reach out to your healthcare provider.

🩷 Learn more about how to do a proper self-breast exam: https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-self-exam/
https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/breast-cancer/screening-tests-and-early-detection.html

09/04/2025

Honored to celebrate 90 years of Planned Parenthood and join the conversation as a guest speaker! 🧡🤎

It was a privilege to stand alongside advocates and community leaders, sharing insights on maternal health, reproductive justice, and the work we’re doing at the Wisconsin Doulas of Color Collective to support Black and Brown families across the state.

Together, we continue to push for equity, access, and care for all families.