Takiesha Smith
IBCLCAbout Takiesha
DONA-trained birth doula, certified lactation counselor, and community health worker based in Fishers, Indiana. With over four years of professional experience, she specializes in providing comprehensive prenatal, birth, and postpartum support with an emphasis on physical wellness, emotional care, and collaborative advocacy.
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