Counselors at the Boston Medical Center Baby Cafe (Virtual)
Danielle Champagnie, LPN, CLS, ROSE Peer Counselor
Hello, my name is Danielle Champagnie. I’m a mother of four with one granddaughter. I’m also a Licensed Practical Nurse with 20 years experience. I’m very compassionate about providing education, support and hope to empower Women. 
Edwige Jean, CLC
I am Edwige, born and raised in Dorchester, MA. I have a wonderful son whom I adore. I’ve worked in OB/GYN for 15yrs both Clinical and Administrative. For the past 6yrs, I’ve been working as a Prenatal Intake Coordinator. I am an aspiring IBCLC working with Vital Village, in 2019 I graduated with a BS degree in Maternal Child Health with Human Lactation. Because of my passion for Maternal Child Health, I recently started my own business Baby Luv LLC to provide Maternal Care Services for Mothers and Babies. 
Kathleen Brody, ROSE Peer Counselor
I'm Kate, an aspiring doula with a deep commitment to advocacy and an insatiable love for learning! Birth Justice has propelled me throughout my professional career, leading me from earning a BS in health studies to pursuing graduate studies in medical anthropology, where I was a research intern at Boston Doula Circle. I've been with BDC for almost two years, currently as an executive assistant to the director. 
Annette Hall, ROSE Peer Counselor
I'm currently volunteering for BBI Black Birthworkers Initiative / HUG Hilltop Urban Gardens located in Tacoma Washington. We help the community with herbal medicine, and have events such as toy drives and community baby showers. I am a recent graduate of the Reaching Our Sisters Everywhere Community Transformer Training. |
Charu Dhiman, CLC, Postpartum Doula, ROSE Peer Counselor
I am a mother of two girls and an aspiring postpartum doula committed to help moms like their journey to motherhood. 
Ieshia Lee, ROSE Peer Counselor
I am a mother of six children from the inner city. I have been working in maternal medicine for over twenty-seven years. I enjoy helping and teaching woman about breastfeeding. It is a passion of mine, and I breastfeed two of my children for twelve months, seeing a difference in their health growing up compared to the others. I am in strong support of breastfeeding. 
Laura Pichardo, ROSE Peer Counselor
My name is Laura Pichardo, Dominican DONA certified Birth Doula serving the Latin American community for 6 years now. Childbirth Educator & Birth Sister at BMC for 4 years. Currently perusing CLC. 
Maimunah Marah, ROSE Peer Counselor
My name is Maimunah Marah. I am a homeschool mother of 2 teen boys. I'm born and raised in the Washington, DC area. And I've been serving families with very young children for over a decade. 
Michelle Welch, ROSE Peer Counselor
I'm an Exclusive nursing mama who had a very tough time in the beginning with my breastfeeding journey. Once I became more educated about breastfeeding, I was able to enjoy this beautiful experience and bond with my daughter in the most unexplainable way! I'm looking forward to helping other mothers and impart the knowledge I've gained along the way! Jenny Weaver, RN, IBCLC
Regine Louis, ROSE Peer Counselor |
Counselors at Boston Medical Center HYBRID Baby Cafe
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Jeannette Myrick, ROSE Peer Counselor
Jeannette has dedicated over a decade to supporting children and families. In addition to her work with the Baby Cafe, she serves as a doula and data specialist with Accompany Doula Care. Jeannette is deeply committed to birth justice and health equity efforts. Her dedication is evident in her role as Project Manager of the Supportive Birth Collaborative at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, as well as her involvement in research studies focusing on perinatal mental health and integrating doulas into healthcare teams. 
Euness Cirino, ROSE Peer Counselor, CLC
I am a certified lactation counselor who wants to continue to learn more about breastfeeding and wanting to learn more on how to support my sisters and other women who want to breastfeed in my community. 
Lidiana Mendes, ROSE Peer Counselor
I bring a unique perspective to every interaction; I am passionate about fostering connections and learning from others, and I look forward to collaborating with fellow breastfeeding scholars. 
Poema Dauti, ROSE Peer Counselor, CHW
I'm Albanian, emigrated to Boston May 1996 with my husband. I'm a mom of 3 adult kids. For the last 24 years I have been a Perinatal Doula/Birthsister, Certified CHW, Certified Birth Doula from DONA 
Shelsy Valenzuela, ROSE Peer Counselor
I am a dedicated mother passionate about breastfeeding, lactation support and postpartum care. I My goal is to empower, support and educate women while balancing their own motherhood journey. |
Simone Miles Esteves, ROSE Peer Counselor
Breastfeeding is not part of everyone's journey, but it was an empowering part of mine! I had an amazing breastfeeding support counselor and am excited to pay the support she gave me forward! 
Rebecca (Yi-Hsin) Lee, RD, CLC
As a registered dietitian, I help kids grow through my work at Boston Medical Center. I became a CLC to better support parents in their breastfeeding journey and advocate for breastfeeding in the clinical setting. I look forward to meeting you at the BMC Baby Cafe! 
Jenny Weaver, RN, IBCLC
Jenny Weaver is a nurse and lactation consultant dedicated to building equitable breastfeeding support for families. Jenny believes that breastfeeding, in addition to its health benefits for our children, is a vital source for empowering parents, families and communities. Jenny has her RN, BSN from the University of Massachusetts, Boston. She has been an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) since 1998. 
Giovanna Guzman, ROSE Peer Counselor
I am of Puerto Rican American descent, a proud wife & mother with a marketing background. Passionate about giving back to my community, I advocate for the pre-born, pregnancy, mothers, and children, striving to make a positive impact and uplift others. Danielle Champagnie, LPN, CLS, ROSE Peer Counselor
Jenny Weaver, RN, IBCLC Kathleen Brody, ROSE Peer Counselor Hope Bastian, ROSE Peer Counselor Porshai Peters, LER Scholar |
Counselors at Mother Healing (The Guild)
Dominique Bellegarde, CLC
Serving People of Color: Hello, my name is Dominique. Let's celebrate families to become part of the Virtual Mother Healing Center: through Zoom. Please bring your baby, oil, music equipment and words of encouragement as we connect for an hour or more. Pregnant & Breastfeeding & Toddlers are Welcome. |
Gloria Vasquez, Peer Counselor
I'm a community healthcare worker for high risk pregnant moms. I educate and support moms during their pregnancy. I provide help with resources. I speak Spanish. |
Counselors at Codman Square Health Center Baby Cafe
Shameka Joseph, ROSE Peer Counselor
My name is Shameka, born and raised in Boston ma. I am a mommy to a handsome super baby. My mom was my inspiration to breastfeed. |
Felicia Morgan, ROSE Peer Counselor
Hi, I am Felicia, I am a breast pump coordinator at UMass memorial, mom of 1 and auntie to many. My mission is community care and support especially for women who look like me. Dominique Bellegarde, CLC
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Counselors at Baby and Me at the Mattapan Library
Alecia (Lee) Edwards, ROSE Peer Counselor, Doula
Alecia is a dedicated community change agent and birthworker with a deep commitment to addressing the disconnect between the medical system and the direct needs of the community. They work tirelessly to remove silos and establish accessible, holistic support systems. Their focus spans key areas such as food insecurity, housing security, maternal mortality, and access to quality healthcare. Alecia is particularly interested in how addressing health-related social needs can improve healthcare outcomes for entire families. They are invested in empowering communities, ensuring that the voices of clients, families, and the "village" are integral to shaping the larger systems of care. Alecia believes that the body is our ancestors' first altar, and that nurturing/honoring it—especially during the perinatal period—is essential for breaking generational cycles of trauma, healing the womb, and setting up future generations for success and well-being. As a village builder and facilitator of community connection, Alecia remains deeply committed to fostering relationships that bring about lasting change and promote a culture of support and healing in every community they serve. |
Bianca Vonleh, ROSE Peer Counselor
Bianca Vonleh is a dedicated and passionate community advocate, educator, and innovator. Bianca's mission is to help women feel empowered when breastfeeding their babies while promoting continuous learning and growth as a parent. 
L. Faith Scardoni, ROSE Peer Counselor
I was born/raised in Boston, Massachusetts, and am a mother of six, each with unique breastfeeding experiences that strengthened our bond. I love helping others and being a supportive presence in their lives. 
Tanisha Catule, ROSE Peer Counselor
I am a Haitian American woman, mom, and wife passionate about children, maternal health, and living a genuine faith-based life. I am a recent doula trainee with a doctorate in Occupational Therapy, constantly searching for ways to grow physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. I find joy in food and watching other people succeed in life. Dominique Bellegarde, CLC, CLE
Jenny Weaver, RN, IBCLC |
Counselors at Family Nurturing Center
Ana Marcelo, ROSE Peer Counselor
I have done welcome baby visits and volunteered to make blankets with the Family Nurturing program. I have both volunteered and been an instructor. 
Natalia Cortes, ROSE Peer Counselor
I am a birth and postpartum doula and the owner of HMC. I empower parents with advocacy, art therapy, and support, rooted in compassion and education. 
Ellen Ellerbee, ROSE Peer Counselor
Originally from the UK, I have called the Boston area home for over a decade. Currently I work as a birth and postpartum Doula for Boston Doula Circle. Prior to this I worked independently as a Masshealth Doula. I also work as an Early Learning Specialist for the ParentChild+ program in Medford. I have attended continuing education workshops on pregnancy and infant loss, lactation and pregnancy massage. 
Salima Taylor, ROSE Peer Counselor
Salima is the mother of two little boys with different lactation experiences. She is a PhD candidate focusing on food culture and nutrition policy at the Friedman School. She is passionate about infant feeding practices. |
Stephanie McFadden, ROSE Peer Counselor
Stephanie was born in Charleston SC, and has always had an admiration for birth workers. Her parents along with aunts and uncles from both sides of her family were delivered by midwives. 
Alicia Williams, ROSE Peer Counselor
Alicia is a dedicated Chestfeeding Peer Specialist in training, passionate about supporting birthing people on their lactation journey. With a strong commitment to evidence based guidance and compassionate care, she is learning to provide encouragement, education, and resources to families. Alicia aims to create a welcoming and informed space where birthing people feel empowered in their chestfeeding choices. 
Rosita Centeio, ROSE Peer Counselor
Hello, my name is Rosita Centeio. I've worked in Women's health for 27yrs. I'm a certified community healthcare worker, and for the past 17yrs, I've been working at Bowdoin Street Health Center in the OB department. I'm very compassionate about providing education, support and resources to Women 
Samantha Orta Rodriguez, ROSE Peer Counselor
I'm a former early educator turned birth doula. I've spent the last two and a half years serving the homeless population with SUD and mental health conditions. I'm also a single mom by choice to a now 7-year-old. Dominique Bellegarde, CLC, CLE
Danielle Champagnie, LPN, CLS, ROSE Peer Counselor Charu Dhiman, CLC, Postpartum Doula Edwige Jean, CLC Jenny Weaver, RN, IBCLC |
Counselors at BeUtiful Baby Group
Ieshia Lee, ROSE Breastfeeding Peer Counselor, Certified Doula, CHW
Jenny Weaver, RN, IBCLC
Jenny Weaver, RN, IBCLC
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