About me
My name is Allyson Winburn. I am a trained full-spectrum doula, certified to support birthing people through all reproductive stages of their lives.
I am also an operations expert with 7 years of experience in nonprofit management. I bring this expertise to my work as a doula and approach preparation for the postpartum period with a systems-centered mindset, setting you up to relax into all the joys your new baby will bring.
I began my doula education in 2020, earned my full-spectrum certification in early 2021, and have been serving birthing and postpartum families in the DC area since.
10 years after beginning my career, I am making a transition of my own to focus my time and attention more intently on my postpartum doula practice. I started Honeycomb Postpartum in 2024 and feel lucky to be able to provide care that is not only deeply needed and under-resourced, but also fulfilling and reinvigorating for me. Honeycomb Postpartum is an anti-racist, size-inclusive, queer-affirming practice that leads with the values of transparency, accountability, empathy, and equity.
I fill my cup by talking long walks, baking or cooking, watching Bravo, and catching up with friends and family. I am a Taurus, an Arizonan, and a doting mom to a dog and a cat. I can’t wait to meet you!
Education & Experience
Education
BA in Government & Politics, Minor in Conflict Management -University of Maryland
Full-Spectrum Doula Certification - Doula Trainings International
Infant, Child, & Adult CPR/First Aid Certification - Red Cross
Experience
Founder & Postpartum Doula - Honeycomb Postpartum (2024)
Associate Director, Partner Services - Arabella Advisors (2018)
Birth & Postpartum Doula - Doulas of Capitol Hill (2021-2022)
School & Community Resource Volunteer - Peace Corps , South Africa (2016-2018)