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Radical Care for Birth and Postpartum

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Tend Perinatal Collective is a team of birth and postpartum doulas serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas. Our care is both evidence based and person centered, acknowledging that each client’s goals and expectations are the driving force in how they are best supported. Our values are grounded in reproductive justice, personal autonomy, and deep belief in the impact of intentionally serving our community - knowing that improving pregnancy, birth, and postpartum outcomes is vital to changing our world.

  • When challenges arose, Melanie advocated for us. As the birth partner, her presence allowed me to simply be present.

    -Repeat client

  • The magic that Jesse brings as a postpartum doula is her heart. When you're working with Jesse, you feel like you have a friend who genuinely cares about your wellbeing.

    -Former Client

  • I delivered my baby in very close alignment to my preferences. I believe Colleen played an instrumental role in helping me, my partner, and my baby make it to the other side in a way that we envisioned.

    -Former Client