Melanin Milk SD Collective was founded in July 2024 to create a collaborative, supportive community of skilled lactation consultants and birth workers. Our collective brings together a diverse group of passionate, like-minded individuals chosen by Charda to offer top-tier doula, childbirth education and lactation services to families in San Diego County, with lactation support extending nationwide and internationally.

 

Each associate in our collective is carefully vetted and entrusted to work with Melanin Milk SD Collective, while also nurturing their own businesses. Through our network, members of the collective gain direct financial opportunities, client referrals, and access to valuable mentorship for entrepreneurial growth and professional development.

 

Beyond work, we uplift each other by providing essential support and resources, including childcare options, mental health connections, and guidance on additional income streams. This community is designed not only to empower our members as professionals but also to help them thrive as individuals and, for some, as parents.

 

We’re always excited to expand our collective! If you’re interested in joining, click here to learn more about applying. For clients who’d like to get to know the wonderful person they’re paired with, scroll down to view bios and photos of our Melanin Milk SD Collective associates.