CONGRATULATIONS!
Congratulations on the birth of your little one!
We are so excited and happy that you chose our doulas to be on your birth team. You are forever a part of our Frontline Doula family.
The Frontline Doulas Team:
Khefri Riley, Co-Founder and Executive Director
Dr. Sayida Peprah-Wilson, Co-Founder
DeAnna Carpenter, Program Manager
Isadora Angulo, Admin Support
And Your Amazing Doulas:
Aysha Stokes, Cora Lightner, Janet Hughes, Lee Walker, Nakomi Kirby, and Yvette Perry
You are now in your postpartum recovery period where taking care of you is a priority in addition to bonding with your baby as you figure out everything to do with feeding, burping, calming and enjoying your precious miracle. Please be sure to rest, sleep when your baby sleeps, ask for help when you need it, eat nutritious food, and hydrate well!
CLICK HERE to access our online Frontline Doula Client Folder where we have educational resources for your postpartum time.
We want to remind you to:
1: Confirm your postpartum visits with your doula
You receive 3 postpartum visits with your doula in the Frontline Doula Program.
These visits include:
Breastfeeding / nursing support and education; our doulas have lactation training and expertise
If you are bottle feeding and/or pumping our team will answer your questions and concerns in these areas as needed
Newborn care information and helpful tips
Postpartum recovery recommendations
Emotional health support
Processing your birth experience
2: Book your 2-week medical visit
Reminder to schedule an appointment with your OB or Midwife. This visit should happen now, in addition to the standard 6 week visit.
3: Lactation Support Clinics
If you need further Lactation Support from an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), this is available at MLK Community Hospital Community Lactation (Breastfeeding) Clinic, by appointment only.
Monday-Friday
8 AM - 5 PM PT
In-Clinic and Telehealth Visits
All insurances are welcome! Uninsured are welcome!
All breastfeeding concerns including jaundice issues and weight checks.
Make an appointment today at 424-529-6755 or online.
Prenatal Breastfeeding with Kimberly Durdin, LM is an exciting and engaging in-person educational experience on normal newborn feeding. Priced per couple. Fathers/partners/support folks are welcome and encouraged to join (no extra charge). Doulas are welcome to attend this parent class for a $25 fee. Book your appointment HERE.
4: Join our village
Enroll in a breastfeeding/bodyfeeding support group, a new mother/parent support group. Fathers and partners can access resources on our Frontline Father/Parent page. SEE INFO BELOW.
The following support groups are offered by community organizations that have a direct relationship with the Frontline Doulas - Centering the Community program. We are excited to have you join any one of these offerings:
AAIMM Fatherhood Program - Expecting Fathers Group
Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. or Thursdays at 9:30 a.m.
Next cohort starting the first week of June!
Email DPH-AAIMMFatherhood@ph.lacounty.gov or text ‘DAD’ to 323-745-2771 to learn about upcoming dates and sign up for the FREE Zoom workshops
Community Support Groups at Kindred Space
VIRTUAL: Babes in Arms - A New Mom’s Support Group
Tuesdays at 5-6:30pm
New moms group for those expecting, with newborns, and up to those with pre-walkers. This is a place for loving support, community and to answer all your feeding and mothering questions. Facilitated by various members of our community. Sliding scale available. Please Venmo $10 to @kimberly-durdin to finalize your registration.
Mom’s Support Group
Mondays at 1:30pm
A mom’s group for those who are expecting, with newborns, or raising toddlers. A space for support, connection, and guidance on feeding and all things motherhood, facilitated by members of our community. Bring your baby, snacks, and anything you need during your time here. Water and tea are available. Free to attend, with optional donations via Venmo @kimberly-durdin.
Queer & Trans Parenting Group
Every 4th Saturday of the month at 10am
Join this gathering w/ others on a similar journey. Whether planning, conceiving, gestating or parenting, you are welcome here! Loving held by queer KSLA family members Max (she/they), Osh (he/him), and their daughter. Free/donation-based group. Children are always welcome.
MLK Jr. Hospital Mommy Support Group: Virtual
Tuesdays and Thursdays
11am - 12pm (PT)
CLICK HERE for more info please visit
Here are some additional groups and resources we want to share:
You are also more than welcome to continue receiving free virtual support from a Black doula on our Frontline Doula Hotline.
Text ‘DOULAHELP’ to 833-987-2908
to schedule your FREE call.
You are not alone! We hope these above links help you find ways to connect to a community of parents that are experiencing the same things you are.
May we find strength in the collective journey of families both birthing and parenting during these unprecedented times. Please contact us if you have any questions.
May your family continue to thrive and be blessed.
The Frontline Doulas Team
Dr. Sayida, Khefri, Felicia, DeAnna, and Nakomi