Clyanna Lightbourn, a smiling Black professional with braided hair and glasses, sits at a desk during a collaborative workshop. Her laptop features a moon and mountain design, with a water bottle and notebooks nearby in a bright meeting space

The Doula Diaries

Empowering Black Birthing People with Knowledge

Knowledge is power—especially in birth. Our blog provides research-backed insights, personal stories, and expert advice on:

Why Black birthing people need doulas
How to advocate for yourself in the delivery room
Healing after childbirth & postpartum care
Black maternal health statistics & policy updates

Did you know? Black birthing people are 3-4x more likely to experience preventable maternal health complications. We’re here to change that.

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The Doula Difference:

Black birthing people are three to four times more likely to face life-threatening complications during childbirth. Doulas provide a vital lifeline—offering advocacy, emotional support, and expertise to create safer, more empowering birth experiences. At Lightbourn Doula Care, birthwork is justice work.

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Birthwork as Justice:

My journey from organizing and advocacy to birthwork is rooted in a deep commitment to Black feminist principles. Over the years, I’ve learned that justice isn’t just about shifting policies—it’s about how we care for each other in the most vulnerable moments. Becoming a doula is my way of continuing that fight for liberation, ensuring Black birthing people are seen, heard, and supported.