Donna-Lee Bellamy
Birth & Postpartum Doula
My career has centered on supporting individuals and families in navigating complex personal and health-related journeys. In my past roles, and now in my work as a doula, I am fully invested in helping families identify resources, making informed decisions, and craft a meaningful and personalized experience. ​
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After working in several community-based programs, I entered doula work as a way to support families through their very tender perinatal periods. I have witnessed first-hand that the one-size-fits-all medical system does not always support individualized, person-centered care, and so it is my goal as your doula to help you navigate the healthcare system and make the choices that are right for you and your family. Along the way, I will be your advocate and support person, and will help you find the resources that are personal to you.
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I am committed to helping families access evidence-based information for informed decision-making, and to helping improve the birth experience for all families. I serve families of all types, and I specialize in trauma-informed care, bereavement support, and disability advocacy, Additionally, I am fluent in American Sign Language (ASL), Tactile Signing, and Pro Tactile Signing. ​
Work Experience
2023-present
Family Ways LLC
2020-present
JHP Inc Permanent Supportive Housing
2009-2018
Community Support Services for the Deaf
As a birth and postpartum doula with Family Ways, I support clients through their pregnancies, births, and postpartum periods; I also engage in ongoing community outreach and advocacy.
As a case manager, I provide intensive case management to residents, helping them navigate challenges such as medical, financial, employment, residency, and beyond, so that they can find stronger grounding in the community.
As a residential coordinator, I supported person-centered care plans, and facilitated communication among care team members, including residential staff, nursing agencies, service coordinators, and Individuals’ families.
Professional Training
October 2023
October 2023
October 2023
August 2020
August 2020
August 2020
July 2020
Birth & Postpartum Doula
DONA International
Professional Birth Photographer
VBAC Link Training
Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
Certified Medication Technician (CMT)
Seizure Recognition and First Aid Certificate Training