Flourishing Mama Co.

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Nurturing, non-judgmental doula care for families to flourish

Flourishing Mama Co. provides professional birth and postpartum doula support for growing families in the Washington, DC Metro area and Baltimore, offering compassionate, non-clincial care from pregnancy through the early postpartum period. As a team of experience perinatal professionals, we support parents during pregnancy, childbirth, and the transition into life with a newborn. 

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Gabriell Garner

Founder of Flourishing Mama Co.
  • Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula
  • Pediatric Sleep Consultant
  • Newborn Care Specialist

What is a
Doula?

A doula is a non-medical professional trained to provide emotional, physical, and informational support to families throughout pregnancy, labor, birth, and the postpartum period–often referred to as the “fourth trimester.”

Doulas support parents continuously through the full spectrum of the childbearing experience, offering compassionate care before, during, and after birth. 

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“Studies show that birth doula support significantly improves maternal and infant health outcomes, reducing cesarean births, instrumental vaginal births, need for oxytocin, and shortened durations of labor.”

Birth Support

Through evidence-based education, calm reassurance, and advocacy, birth doulas help reduce fear, stress, and anxiety while supporting informed decision-making. Their presence has been shown to improve birth outcomes, including shorter labors, fewer medical interventions, and increased satisfaction with the birth experience. 

During labor, a birth doula offers hands-on comfort measures such as breathing techniques, movement, positioning, and relaxation support while ensuring the birthing person feels seen, heard, and supported. Birth doulas also support partners by offering guidance and encouragement, creating a cohesive and empowered birth team. 

“The support of a postpartum doula can significantly enhance a mother’s physical and emotional recovery after childbirth.”

Postpartum Support

By alleviating stress and reducing feelings of overwhelm, doulas empower mothers to focus on rest, recovery, and bonding with their newborn. Through practical help around the home, doulas create a supportive environment that allows mothers to follow the 5-5-5 recovery method—spending 5 days in bed, 5 days on the bed, and 5 days around the bed. This method prioritizes rest, promotes healing, and helps the body reset and renew after childbirth.

Emotionally, postpartum doulas offer non-judgmental support, providing a compassionate ear and helping to normalize the emotional highs and lows of the postpartum period. In addition, doulas often facilitate smoother partner and family dynamics by offering guidance and reducing household stressors, ensuring a stronger support system during this transformative time.

“The presence of a postpartum doula can transform the experience of caring for a newborn, offering both practical guidance and emotional reassurance.”

Newborn Care

For new parents, adjusting to life with a newborn can be overwhelming, but a doula provides hands-on support to build confidence in their caregiving abilities. This support significantly reduces anxiety, as parents receive real-time answers to their questions and personalized strategies tailored to their family’s needs.

Doulas not only alleviate stress but also create an environment where parents can focus on bonding with their baby. With the right guidance, parents feel reassured and capable, laying a strong foundation for a thriving family dynamic.

Meet the Team

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Krystle Wallace

International Board Certified Lactation
Consultant (IBCLC)

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Teara Booker

Full Spectrum Doula
Childbirth Educator

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Danielle Douglas

Newborn Care Specialist
Pediatric Sleep Consultant

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Birth doulas support families during pregnancy and labor by providing education, reassurance, and hands-on comfort measures. Their role includes helping parents understand their options, prepare for birth, and advocate for their preferences in collaboration with their care team. During labor and birth, birth doulas offer continuous support through techniques such as breathing guidance, positioning, movement, and emotional reassurance—helping reduce fear, promote confidence, and create a more positive and empowered birth experience for both parents and partners.

Postpartum doulas provide essential support after birth, helping families adjust to life with a newborn. They are uniquely trained to recognize signs of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) and can offer early support, education, and referrals when needed. Postpartum doulas assist with newborn care, feeding support, recovery, and emotional well-being, while also helping parents advocate for their needs, prioritize rest, and build confidence in their parenting abilities.

Together, birth and postpartum doulas provide continuous, relationship-centered care that bridges pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. Through compassionate guidance, evidence-based education, and practical support, doulas help families feel supported every step of the way—creating a strong foundation for healing, bonding, and long-term family well-being.

Kyrstle is a dedicated Coast Guard Veteran and proud Military Spouse with firsthand experience navigating the challenges of breastfeeding as a mother of two. She breastfed both of her children and faced unique obstacles with each journey, deepening her empathy and commitment to supporting other families.

With over seven years of experience providing lactation education and support, Kyrstle is passionate about empowering parents to overcome lactation challenges and achieve their feeding goals. Her approach is rooted in compassion, resilience, and evidence-based care, making her a trusted partner in every family’s unique breastfeeding journey.

Qualifications

  • Board Certified Lactation Consultant

Danielle is dedicated to educating and empowering parents through the newborn stage and helping them navigate infant and toddler sleep challenges. With 15 years of experience working closely with families, she understands the unique struggles and joys of early parenthood and aims to provide the guidance and support parents need during this critical time. Danielle’s approach is rooted in compassion, offering customized solutions that respect each family’s needs and parenting style.

Through her expertise as a certified pediatric sleep consultant and newborn care specialist, Danielle helps parents establish healthy sleep habits for their babies and toddlers, ensuring that everyone in the family gets the rest they need. Her goal is to equip parents with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to create a peaceful, restful environment in their homes, allowing them to fully enjoy the precious early years with their children

Qualifications 

  • Newborn Care Training Academy Newborn Care Specialist 
  • Center for Pediatric Sleep Management Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant 
  • CPR & First Aid Certified

Portia is a passionate advocate for maternal empowerment and birth advocacy. With a deep commitment to supporting mothers and their families, she works tirelessly to provide the tools, knowledge, and emotional support needed to make informed decisions about childbirth. Portia believes that every mother deserves to feel confident, informed, and in control of her birth experience, regardless of the circumstances.

Through personalized guidance, educational resources, and a compassionate approach, she helps families navigate the complexities of pregnancy, labor, and postpartum care. With years of experience and a heart dedicated to nurturing both mothers and families, Portia empowers women to trust in their bodies, make choices that feel right for them, and foster positive birth memories that last a lifetime

Qualifications 

  • International Doulas Institute Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula & Childbirth Educator

  • Lactation Education Resources Certified Lactation Specialist

  • CPR & First Aid Certified

Teara Booker is a dedicated women’s health and wellness practitioner with a deep passion for supporting women throughout their life journeys. 

With over 20 years of experience in public and maternal health, wellness coaching, and holistic practices, Teara has empowered countless women to embrace their well-being from pre-childbirth through postpartum . 

Teara facilitates a full spectrum of services including doula support, childbirth and postpartum education, lactation guidance, perinatal life coaching, and holistic healing modalities such as sound therapy, yoga, and meditation.

Teara has a trauma-informed approach. She advocates for women’s physical, emotional, and mental health. She is committed to addressing health disparities, particularly in underserved communities, and creating inclusive, supportive environments where women can thrive.

Qualifications 

  • MaternityWise Doula Birth & Postpartum Doula Certification 
  • 200-Hr Yoga Teacher Training with Maka Movement 
  • Retired Paramedic / FireFighter
  • CPR & First Aid Certified