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About The Diverse Doula

- Nikiya Ellis

Pregnancy, Childbirth, & Postpartum Doula

Providing continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to mothers before, during, and after childbirth to help her achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience possible.

Reiki Practicioner

Using energy to balance the body and mind, Reiki is a gentle technique involving a series of hand positions placed on your body to free energy blockages.

AromaTouch Therapist

Offering a clinical approach to applying essential oils along energy meridians and visceral contact points of the back and feet to help stimulate and balance sympathetic and para-sympathetic nervous systems of the body.

Doula Mentor

Supporting doulas at any stage of your journey to gain confidence, learn techniques, and build your doula business.

Hi, I'm Kiya!

I'm a student Midwife and a Doula and the creator of The Diverse Birth Collective. The Diverse Birth Collective in Richmond VA is a diverse group of birthworkers who specialize in supporting birthing people throughout pregnancy and the postpartum period. We offer a variety of services including hypnobirthing, holistic childbirth education, infant massages, reiki, and more. The collective includes a student midwife, registered nurse, certified lactation counselor, and mental health specialist, ensuring that clients receive a comprehensive and well-rounded approach to their care. Our collective's focus on physiological birth is complemented by our commitment to diversity, ensuring that clients from all backgrounds feel supported and respected. Whether clients are seeking support during pregnancy, birth, or postpartum, the Diverse Birth Collective provides compassionate and inclusive care.

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My Clients Love Me!

....and you will too! When you become my client, you gain access to whole body wellness.

Today was my first reiki session. It was absolutely amazing ! My body, emotions, mind and spirit were engaged. I felt at peace. I am looking forward to the next session.

Kalisia Winkey

5/5

My doula Nikiya, was SO supportive to my husband and I! She coached me and affirmed me through labor (and the months leading up to it). Kiya, Your words of empowerment helped me tap into a strength that I never knew I had. It GOT ME THROUGH IT!! I am so grateful for my doula being so present in that moment with my husband and I. I felt so much power, so much love and now I feel invincible. The natural birth experience is life-changing and I’m so happy that we chose a Nikiya to be apart of the team that helped us bring a beautiful, healthy baby into this world. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND DIVERSE DOULA!!!

5/5

Pareis Kenney

My doula Nikiya was absolutely a dream! Even though I had my son 3 weeks early and on a whim, she still was able to come through quick, fast and didn’t miss a beat! We missed our last session together since I gave birth early but that didn’t stop anything. She was there helping me breathe through the pain, talking to me, being every type of support me and my husband needed. I definitely would choose her and this company again!

Chelsea Bryson

5/5

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Since 2012

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Wellness Partners

Raegan Gibson founded Sweets and Soirées in 2008 as an outlet for her creativity, her love of the culinary arts and a desire to make beautiful things. While desserts and confectionary delights are her first love and her gateway into the business of food, once in the kitchen, she is as comfortable whipping up a vegetarian barbecue dinner as she is a four course plated meal for her pop-up dinners. No matter the size of the event, her main focus has been providing delicious food that people will talk about long after the event, with an unmatched level of service in an environment where clients easily become more like friends and family. Contact: http://www.sweetsandsoirees.com
Raegan Gibson founded Sweets and Soirées in 2008 as an outlet for her creativity, her love of the culinary arts and a desire to make beautiful things. While desserts and confectionary delights are her first love and her gateway into the business of food, once in the kitchen, she is as comfortable whipping up a vegetarian barbecue dinner as she is a four course plated meal for her pop-up dinners. No matter the size of the event, her main focus has been providing delicious food that people will talk about long after the event, with an unmatched level of service in an environment where clients easily become more like friends and family. Contact: http://www.sweetsandsoirees.com
Shaniqua is a certified yoga instructor whose mission is to create safe spaces for brown faces. As a wellness advocate, her goal is to make selfcare accessible for all mamas by providing tips and tools that can be used outside the yoga space. Her self-care sessions are a whole vibe! Contact: Blackgirldoesyoga@gmail.com
Shaniqua is a certified yoga instructor whose mission is to create safe spaces for brown faces. As a wellness advocate, her goal is to make selfcare accessible for all mamas by providing tips and tools that can be used outside the yoga space. Her self-care sessions are a whole vibe! Contact: Blackgirldoesyoga@gmail.com
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