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Overview
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Charmaine Henry

Newport News

Summary

With over 25 years dedicated to women's health notably as a Certified Medical Assistant specializing in OB/GYN & High Risk Pregnancy. My achievements as a Certified Doula include providing support and education to my clients through their pregnancy, labor/birth and postpartum journey.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Breastfeeding Specialist

Lactation Education Resources
12.2024 - Current

Certified Labor Doula -Tricare

Tricare East
11.2024 - Current

Certified Maternal Child Community Health Worker

Commonsense Childbirth Inc.
04.2023 - Current


  • Helping vulnerable individuals navigate complex healthcare system.
  • Addressing patient concerns and provided support to vulnerable demographics.

Virginia State Certified Doula

State Of Virginia
02.2023 - Current

Virginia Medicaid Doula

State of Virginia
02.2023 - Current

Certified Labor & Postpartum Doula

Birth In Color Trained
02.2023 - Current
  • Building strong referral networks within the community by establishing positive relationships with local healthcare providers, childbirth educators, lactation consultants, and other professionals in the maternal health field.
  • Improving client satisfaction by providing personalized emotional, physical, and educational support throughout the pregnancy and birthing process.
  • Advocating for client preferences during labor when necessary while respecting medical professional recommendations and prioritizing the health of both mother and baby.

Medical Assistant

NAHP Certified
06.1999 - Current

More than 25 years dedicated to women's health with expertise in OB/GYN and managing high-risk obstetric cases.

Skills

  • Prenatal education
  • Physical comfort
  • Decision-making support
  • VBAC support
  • Breastfeeding assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Newborn care
  • Childbirth education
  • Postpartum care
  • Lactation support
  • Labor guidance
  • Birth planning
  • Comfort measures
  • High-risk pregnancies
  • Perinatal mood disorders
  • Active listening
  • Patient education
  • CPR certified
  • Patient advocacy
  • Cultural sensitivity

Timeline

Certified Breastfeeding Specialist

Lactation Education Resources
12.2024 - Current

Certified Labor Doula -Tricare

Tricare East
11.2024 - Current

Certified Maternal Child Community Health Worker

Commonsense Childbirth Inc.
04.2023 - Current

Virginia State Certified Doula

State Of Virginia
02.2023 - Current

Virginia Medicaid Doula

State of Virginia
02.2023 - Current

Certified Labor & Postpartum Doula

Birth In Color Trained
02.2023 - Current

Medical Assistant

NAHP Certified
06.1999 - Current
Charmaine Henry