Banger, Metro DC Postpartum Doula

Banger & Harriett, Certified Postpartum and Birth Doula & Certified Breast/Chestfeeding Specialist

I’m Banger, a spirited doula local to the northern Virginia area. I was a nanny for many years before transitioning into being a doula/birth care giver. Since becoming a doula, I have found that I am passionate about reproductive justice, and that being a doula suits my calm and gentle personality.

I am committed to providing care for families of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures. I hold a judgment-free space and provide relevant resources to parent(s)/caregiver(s) as they navigate making important and personal choices that come along with growing a family.

I have a background in lactation, newborn care, mental health support, and disability justice. I bring all my knowledge and compassion to the table with any family I work with.

Postpartum Doula Service Area:

Banger supports new families with Certified Postpartum Doula services anywhere in DC and in Maryland and Virginia, including Bethesda, Rockville, Silver Spring, Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Manassas, McLean, Reston, and Springfield.

Training

  • Certified Postpartum Doula (DONA)
  • Certified Breast/Chestfeeding Specialist (Lactation Education Resources)
  • Understanding Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders (Postpartum Support Virginia)
  • Birth and Disability (BADT)
  • Spinning Babies

Experience

  • Worked with multiples
  • Worked with and advocated for people with disabilities

Plus...

  • Speaks Hindi
  • Pet Parent
  • Updated with the latest covid vaccine and seasonal flu shot