Making $85K As A Doula In Washington, DC | On The Job

Samantha Griffin, 34, is a doula and owner of DC Metro Maternity, an agency specializing in labor and postpartum support for women of color in DC, Maryland and Virginia. Raised in the suburbs of DC, Samantha became interested in race and gender studies while attending Duke University, leading her to work at various non-profits while volunteering as a doula before making it her full-time career in 2016. Right now, Samantha makes about $85,000 a year.

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Making $85K As A Doula In Washington, DC | On The Job

[davidasmart]

I am a black woman and I had a black doula for my second pregnancy. It was the best experience of having someone support me in the delivery room when I had no family nearby, and all the medical staff did not look like me. I felt like I had someone advocating on my behalf when I was at my most vulnerable state.

[fabian]

A black queen here to make other black women feel comfortable and educated here in the DMV esp with statistics showing just how black mothers are treated in the medical field. Love this!

[TwiinStar]

I love black women and seeing healthy black babies. Being a doula isn't for me, maybe my gf, but this was a great episode!

[BigSisDoula]

I’m a doula and this message is definitely needed.

[rosiemensah_]

This is a great episode! It's great to see Black women leveraging their knowledge and skills to help serve individuals but also work towards addressing systemic issues. Thanks Samantha!

[mondaebaby]

I'm a new doula. I'm so glad to see people are learning more about how we are beneficial. I love supporting my community.

[FinancialShinanigan]

Absolutely shocking she only made $24K as a nonprofit worker.
Sad meaningful work pays so little and isn't financially feasible for people who want to work them.

[melissamelissa]

Wow 34 making 85 thousand a year. 👏👏👏👏👏👏. Keep going sister!!!

[lichieva]

Her hair 😍
Her profession 😍
Those babies 😍

[Karetvv]

You should combine non-profit and doula work. Make the government put some money into this through grants. This would reach people who normally would not be afford a doula and would normally receive horrible treatment in hospital settings.

[kristinlaffrey]

Doulas are such a powerful support for so many women birthing and during their postpartum. I love that there are women like this sharing their journey to encourage more support in this space. Celebrating you for your choice of career and for building such a wonderful business 💕

[ginasho]

I decided to go to a midwife/doula for our first and it was the best decision I made, will def do it again and always advocates

[bizmatthew]

Interesting job field that impacts the community on a personal level.

[ADHDcutie]

growing up the D C foster care system, it is so good to hear from someone in that arena; I had a preemie baby when I was 36 years old. I originally started out with a certified midwife, but had to transition when i went into early labor with major complications due to pre-eclampsia. Thank GOD my midwife was allowed to attend the early birth with me, which made me feel safe and was extremely beneficial in decreasing my anxieties.

[zol]

Hey fellow DC doula! Such an amazing story she's done a lot of good work in the DMV area. Everyone should have a doula.♥️

[danforward]

Super interesting! I never really understood the role of a doula until watching this.

[stefanossmitty]

I was today years old when I learned what a Doula is. Kudos for even figuring out there was a need for this service and executing the plan to make it come to fruition. Good for her! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[ohmags]

Love this so much. What a rewarding career. What in impact in these mothers lives she must have

[NathalieLazo]

Hello precious friend that's reading this, we may not know each other but I wish you all the best in life! You are so loved very much by many. ✨
I believe in you! Love - Nat ❤️

[antoinettepeeps]

Love this piece! My doula was an absolute Blessing to my family and to my journey in motherhood. To this day, we still stay in touch.