Midwifery is not a linear thing, nor is it a transactional experience. It takes looking at the whole person in order to work toward the best possible outcome. I pray to build relationships that are a conduit for change.

Midwifery is not a linear thing, nor is it a transactional experience. It takes looking at the whole person in order to work toward the best possible outcome. I pray to build relationships that are a conduit for change.

I am drawn to the way Magnolia encourages families to be present and in control of how they approach pregnancy and birth. In addition, Magnolia has created a space that offers a private, comfortable, and welcoming vibe.

I moved to Tampa, where I attended the University of South Florida and earned my bachelor’s degree in health science. When I went to college, I thought I would be an OB/GYN. However, after shadowing a few providers and working in the hospital, I realized I preferred a more holistic version of maternal healthcare.

As I listened to women, I saw the need for self-care and community care. I feel blessed to not have a traumatic birth story, and I want to pass that along.

At Magnolia I am able to work with knowledgeable and experienced midwives who are imparting the skills and knowledge necessary to become the healthcare provider I want to be.

A lot of women of color don’t know midwifery care is a viable option, but every Black woman knows someone who’s had a negative maternal health outcome. They know there is a crisis, but they don’t know there are options.