Malika has been a birth worker since 2008. She spent several years working with the Philadelphia Alliance for Labor Support (PALS), providing childbirth education and support to women with limited financial resources. Malika moved to the DC metro Area, in 2011 and began working as The DC Doula. Through her company, she continues to support families in need and to provide evidence based education and resources to her community. With the help of an amazing doula and her husband, Malika peacefully navigated 50 hours of active labor that resulted in the birth of a fantastic son, who is now a bona fide computer coder. Two years ago, a delightful surprise, her daughter, arrived after a 2 hour hypnobirth at home with a midwife.
In her spare time, Malika enjoys practicing yoga, studying herbalism, and learning about natural healing. During her other career path, Malika obtained Master's degrees in Social Work and Education from Columbia University and Baruch College in New York City.