About

Makeda Akoma is a knowledgeable and skilled professional dedicated to the legacy of BirthWork, known for her wisdom, kindness, and heartfelt practice. She is highly respected within the community for her professionalism, care, and ability to bring people together while honoring birthing plans. Her commitment to mission-driven work and thoughtful service makes her a trusted and valued member of her field.

Recommendations

Experience

Asha

9/5/2026
10

"Amazing and went above and beyond to support me with every question I had. I believe my birth experience went well because of Makeda and her many years of experience."

Spifficle 0w0

6/3/2026
10

"She’s a very kind and caring woman!"

Orisade Awodola

5/7/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Makeda Akoma

Cassandra Miles

5/7/2026
10

"Makeda is very knowledgeable, skilled, and practices with heart."

Natacha Kimenyi

4/12/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Makeda Akoma

Courtney J

4/6/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Makeda Akoma
10

"Always professional and always mission oriented"

Diksha Berebitsky

3/21/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Makeda Akoma

Haize

3/21/2026
10

"Makeda is a wealth of wisdom and a steward of the legacy that is BirthWork. She is instrumental in the uplifting of this craft. She is a trusted member of the community. "

Mayra Gutierrez

3/16/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Makeda Akoma

Sage Kissiah-Grove

3/15/2026
10

"I've volunteered alongside Makeda for the past 3 years and am honored to say I've taken both a class and a workshop with her as well. She is a wonderful person to share space with and to learn from, and I'm thrilled to do this work in step with her."

cz

3/15/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Makeda Akoma

Tabitha Milian

3/12/2026
10

"Makeda is personable and rich with wisdom. She is knowledgeable and has a gift for bringing community together. Any services from Makeda are sure to be full of heart, care, and thoughtfulness."

Empress Jazzy

2/28/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Makeda Akoma

Rebekah Capers

2/18/2026
10

"Makeda is truly the most incredible and kind-hearted doula I've ever met. She was a true blessing during the journey of bringing our first child into the world, and I am so grateful to have connected with her and to have her become a part of our family. Thank you so much, Makeda. "

genevieve mathurin

2/17/2026
10

"She is knowledgeable, kind and respectful of patients birthing plans."