Provider Partner Services
At Birth Arlington we believe that one of the most important keys to long-term wellness is found within your body's ability to heal itself.
Our bodies are intricate puzzles that work both independently and collectively to form our whole selves. That's why we partner with many different health care providers that specialize in each piece of the puzzle, so you can be your best, functioning, whole self. Our Provider Partners are independent practitioners that are experts in their field, and are people we know and trust. We have providers that offer a wide spectrum of health and wellness care. Anything from chiropractic care to lactation consulting and support, from mental health therapy to pelvic floor therapy, from birth and postpartum doula support to childbirth education. These providers may offer appointments here at Birth & Wellness Center of Arlington, at their own practice offices, or may even do at-home appointments with you. Wherever your appointment is done, we can guarantee that you will be well taken care of and loved throughout the process.
"Take care of your body, it's the only place you have to live." - Jim Rohn
MEET annika
Lactation Consultant & Registered Nurse
Annika Gill is a Registered Nurse (RN) and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with a passion for equipping moms with the knowledge and confidence they need throughout pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding. Her passion for lactation began through her own breastfeeding journey with her two daughters. After overcoming significant challenges with her first baby and experiencing a much smoother journey with her second, she witnessed firsthand the difference that skilled, compassionate, support can make.
Annika believes breastfeeding is both natural and learned. With the right education and support, many common challenges can be prevented or overcome. She is passionate about helping moms meet their individual feeding goals while feeling confident, informed, and supported every step of the way. In addtion to providing one-on-one lactation care, Annika teaches Childbirth Education and breastfeeding classes, helping families prepare before baby arrives.
When she is not working with families, Annika enjoys spending time with her husband, her biggest supporter, and their two daughters. She loves strength training, running, being outdoors, and opening her home to family and friends. Whether hosting a backyard barbecue or gathering loved ones around the table, she believes that caring for others and building community are some of life's greatest joys.
To learn more about Annika and the services she provides, visit her website here: Latch & Thrive Co
A note from Annika:
"Becoming a mother is one of the most transformative seasons in a woman's life, and I believe no mom should have to navigate it alone. Whether you're preparing for birth, learning to breastfeed for the first time, or working through unexpected challenges, my goal is to provide evidence-based care with compassion and encouragement. Every mom and baby are unique, and i love partnering with families to help them reach their own goals. Watching moms grow in confidence as they learn, overcome obstaclees, and thrive in motherhood, is one of the greatest privileges of my work.
MEET DR. FANT
MENTAL HEALTH THERAPY & WELLNESS DOCTOR
Dr. Fant is passionate about perinatal mental health and has over 15 years of experience working with women and families. As a neurodivergent woman of color, Dr. Fant deeply understands the importance of culturally responsive care, creating a safe space for clients of diverse backgrounds to heal and grow. She holds a License in clinical social work (LCSW), doctorate in social work (DSW), and perinatal mental health certification (PMH-C) ] and is an expert in maternal stress, postpartum depression, trauma recovery, and more.
Along with individual, personalized, therapy sessions, she also offers FREE group sessions here at Birth & Wellness Center of Arlington twice a month. The goal is to provide an inviting, safe space for expectant and new parents to connect and share their stories alongside other families who understand. For more information or to register for a group session, click here --> Hatch Life BWCA Group Registration
If you want to know more about Dr. Fant and the incredible services she offers, feel free to take a look around her website (HatchLifeWellness.com) and reach out to her for more info!
A note from Dr. Fant:
Hi! I'm Dr. Fant - though my clients just call me Maima 🙂
I am a Perinatal Mental Health Specialist and the founder of Hatch Life Wellness in Dallas. My goal is to bring culturally informed, neurodivergent-friendly, and trauma-responsive care to individuals and families navigating pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum journey. I have extensive clinical experience, and partner with clients to support emotional well-being, strengthen family systems, and foster healing during life's most tender transitions.
MEET dancy
Certified Doula & Childbirth Educator
Dancy's work in the birth community began after experiencing two very different births with her own two beautiful little girls. Feeling empowered and transformed by those experiences, along with the support she received from her doula, midwife, and birth community, helped her realize that supporting other families through pregnancy and birth was the path she wanted to pursue.
Dancy became a Certified Birth Boot Camp Doula in 2023 and later earned dual certification as a Birth Boot Camp Certified Instructor in 2024. Since then, she has been passionate about helping families feel informed, supported, and confident in their birth experience. No matter someone’s background, beliefs, or birth preferences, her hope is that they walk away feeling proud of the experience they created together.
When Dancy isn’t supporting families at births or teaching, she enjoys gardening at her Arlington home, traveling, trying new recipes, and exploring some of the best places to eat around DFW. She and her husband have been married since 2018, and together they are raising their two daughters along with two very loved Pyrenean Mastiffs who are basically additional children.
To learn more about Dancy and the services that she provides, visit her website here: Dancy Birth Services
A note from Dancy:
"As a former Birth Arlington client-turned-birth worker, I know the importance of preparing for your birth, both personally, and professionally. [Being a Birth Boot Camp Instructor, I can confidently say] this class is for everyone - whether you're a new or seasoned parent, birthing out-of-the-hospital, or planning on using an epidural in the hospital. My goal is that my class helps you know what to expect and to walk away from your birth feeling empowered!"
MEET mariana
board-certified classical homeopath (CCH)
We are so excited to have Mariana Sullivan, CCH, as one of our trusted community providers! Mariana is a Certified Classical Homeopath who lives right here in Arlington with her husband and two boys, and she has such a heart for helping families feel supported through natural and holistic care.
After working in marketing, Mariana followed her long-time interest in natural health and pursued formal training in homeopathy. She holds a degree in Homeopathic Medicine and Health Sciences from the Ontario College of Homeopathic Medicine in Toronto and is board certified through the Council for Homeopathic Certification. She also holds an MBA from Oklahoma State University.
Mariana especially enjoys working with children and families, as well as supporting chronic concerns and mental and emotional well-being. She loves helping people look at the whole picture of their health and believes homeopathy can be a gentle option for people of all ages, including babies and pregnant women.
We are thrilled to have Mariana as a resource for our families, and we know she would love the opportunity to support you on your wellness journey! You can learn more about Mariana and her practice at marianasullivan.com.
A note from Mariana:
"Hi there! I can't wait to meet you and your little ones! I would love to show you how homeopathy is a wonderful way to care for your baby and later on as they grow, to meet their changing needs and address issues from coughs and colds, bumps and bruises, teething and even more complicated chronic health concerns.
Some of the reasons I love homeopathy are because it's natural, effective, gentle, and inexpensive. It's easy to learn how to use the remedies at home on your own and use them when needed. It feels empowering to be able to help your own family with the gentle healing of nature. You will be able to apply what you learn and not just use it once, but any time in the future when your child gets sick, or a similar situation arises. And you can use this knowledge not just to help one person, but to the benefit of your whole family. I can't wait to show you how you as a Mom, can be the healer in your family, so let's learn Homeopathy together!
MEET LAVONDRIA
CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL MIDWIFE
Midwife Lavondria is our newest addition to the Birth Arlington family! Well, sort of... She has been with us for many years in many different roles - from providing amazing doula services to our clients, to becoming a certified birth assistant, to taking on Midwifery school and doing her student preceptorship under our fabulous Midwives. But now, we are SO PROUD to welcome her to the team as a now licensed and Certified Professional Midwife. If you come into care at BWCA, you will definitely see her around often. She may become your Midwife (if you choose), she may be at your birth as an assistant helping to bring your precious little life into the world, she may be greeting you at the front desk when you come in for your appointment, or she may be the one teaching you all about how to prepare for labor, birth, caring for yourself after having a baby, or caring for your newborn, in one of our Childbirth Education Courses. We are blessed to have a team of women who care so much about each other and our clients and I know she would love the opportunity to get to know you!
A note from Lavondria:
Coming soon!