The Swaddle Study

Brionna McGhee , a vibrant and creative soul from San Francisco, is a mother of three who has a deep passion for fashion, art, and motherhood. Inspired by her own experiences, she became a dedicated doula and lactation educator, committed to helping mothers look and feel their best during pregnancy, birth, and beyond.

Dr. Cherell Cottrell-Daniels is a Research Scientist at Health Choice Network. She recently completed a T32 Behavioral Oncology Postdoctoral Fellowship at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida. Her professional and research experience focuses on addressing health disparities among low-income and underserved populations.

Maile Chand is a mother, community doula, and researcher based out of San Francisco, CA. Her passion for community work is centered on uplifting and transforming the voices and birth experiences of marginalized and oppressed women, birthing people, and families within the medical and public health system.

A dedicated Public Health Researcher with over seven years of experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating health-related programs. Proficient in mixed methods research, data analysis, and project management. She is passionate about improving community health through evidence-based practices and research.

Dr. Serwaa S. Omowale is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Management, Policy, and Community Health in the School of Public Health at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. Her current research focuses on work as a social determinant of health and its impact on racial disparities in maternal health and birth outcomes.

Tracy Jones is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from Oakland, California with over 20 years of clinical experience working with people across the life span in healthcare settings throughout the Bay Area. She specializes in Black Maternal Mental Health & Racial Trauma in her private practice of 8 years, Oaktown Therapy.

Kobi A. Miller holds a bachelor's degree in psychology and currently serves as the program director at a mental health treatment facility. She also works as a clinical research coordinator at UCSF, where they are dedicated to advancing mental health research. Kobi is committed to promoting equitable access to mental health services and support.