Heather LeFoll brings over three decades of transformative birth work experience to her leadership role as Board Chair of the WOMB Initiative.

 

A trauma-informed birth doula, maternal health mentor, and founder of Two Hearts Healing, Heather is deeply committed to supporting mothers through the profound emotional and energetic transformations of the postpartum period.

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As a mother of seven and 2 angel babies, Heather integrates her rich personal journey with extensive professional knowledge, offering a grounded, compassionate approach to maternal care.

 

Her dedication to community wellness is evident in her collaborative work co-authoring the Doula Collective Resource Guide, a vital tool for empowering perinatal support workers and families alike.

 

Driven by a firm belief that every mother deserves equitable access to nurturing care, Heather is passionate about removing barriers to maternal health resources and ensuring that WOMB’s empowering programs remain accessible to all.

 

Through her strategic vision and heartfelt advocacy, Heather helps guide the board in building a resilient, supportive ecosystem for mothers at every stage.

Jessie Ingerson brings profound empathy, strength, and authentic lived experience to her role on the Board of Directors at the WOMB Initiative.

 

As a mother to an angel baby and a rainbow baby, Jessie’s personal path through motherhood has been shaped by both intense beauty and the challenging realities of grief and postpartum recovery.

 

Navigating these painful lows firsthand fueled her determination to ensure no mother ever has to walk through the darkness of perinatal loss or recovery alone.

 

Driven by her journey, Jessie actively educates herself through reliable maternal health resources to offer grounded, compassionate support to those around her.

 

Her commitment to community advocacy is further demonstrated through her work as a contributing member to Photovoice, where she helped shed light on key maternal health perspectives.

 

Jessie works tirelessly to break the isolation that often accompanies maternal struggles, striving to validate every mother’s feelings and reassure them of their inherent worth.

 

Through her continuous advocacy and dedication, Jessie helps expand WOMB’s reach to ensure every mother feels seen, valued, and fully supported.

Andrea Kendall brings a robust background in financial stewardship and organizational management to her role as Treasurer on the Board of Directors at the WOMB Initiative.

 

As a professional bookkeeper with extensive experience supporting diverse companies, Andrea excels at building and refining operational systems.

 

She specializes in establishing clear financial policies, updating procedural guidelines to match current industry standards, and ensuring long-term organizational health.

 

As a devoted mother of five, Andrea prioritizes family and enjoys spending time outdoors, bringing a warm, people-centered approach to her professional work.

 

Her commitment to the WOMB Initiative stems from a dual desire to lend her financial expertise to the non-profit sector and directly contribute to uplifting women in her community.

 

Andrea’s sharp financial acumen, coupled with her passion for women’s advocacy, plays a vital role in ensuring that WOMB maintains the operational integrity and fiscal stability necessary to expand its impactful programming for mothers and families.

As the visionary founder and former Executive Director of the WOMB Initiative, Natanya Champney brings deep-rooted passion, strategic perspective, and extensive maternal health expertise to the Board of Directors.

 

A dedicated Licensed Midwife (LM, CPM) with over 17 years of clinical experience, Natanya has supported hundreds of families through pregnancy and childbirth, spanning rural homebirth practices in Northern New Hampshire to serving as Clinical Director at The Addice Birth Center in Texas.

 

A mother of three boys, Natanya integrates her diverse background in wilderness education, Human Resources management, and organizational leadership with her lifelong advocacy for maternal well-being.

 

Having transitioned from Executive Director to a voting board member, she offers stabilizing leadership, thoughtful inquiry, and a big-picture vision to guide WOMB’s strategic direction.

 

Whether training as an MMA fighter, skiing the mountains, or authoring her upcoming book on maternal healthcare, Natanya embodies the strength and determination that fuel WOMB’s mission to foster connected, empowered communities for all mothers.

Erin Samel brings advanced clinical expertise and dynamic community leadership to the Board of Directors at the WOMB Initiative.

 

Holding a Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT), a Master of Science in Athletic Training, and specialized certifications as an IBCLC and pelvic floor specialist, Erin integrates physical rehabilitation with holistic postpartum care.

 

Professionally, she specializes in orthopedics, sports medicine, and pelvic health at Androscoggin Valley Hospital, where she established an acute care postpartum program to support recovering mothers.

 

A mother of four boys and having navigated a cesarean birth, VBACs, and a home waterbirth, Erin’s personal experiences deeply inform her advocacy for comprehensive maternal healthcare.

 

Since joining the board in 2024, Erin has been instrumental in organizing and directing major community outreach events, including WOMB’s screening events for Birth Time and Birth Story.

 

Her passion for whole-person wellness, paired with her clinical dedication, helps advance WOMB’s mission to provide evidence-based support and empowering programming for mothers and families across the region.

Michaela Tomko brings a vibrant blend of creative leadership, somatic care, and community engagement to the Board of Directors at the WOMB Initiative.

 

As a holistic postpartum doula, certified myofascial therapist, and 200-hour trained yoga instructor, Michaela specializes in helping families navigate physical recovery and emotional transformation after birth.

 

Trained through the Ayurvedic Center of Vermont and the Myofascial Alchemy School, she is a passionate advocate for holistic, body-centered care that honors the whole person.

 

A mother of two, Michaela combines her clinical insights with strong organizational talent, offering valuable background in fundraising, event planning, and nonprofit leadership.

 

Since joining the board in 2025, she has been instrumental in refining WOMB’s marketing and promotional visuals, ensuring the organization’s mission is communicated clearly and inspiringly.

 

Michaela’s creative approach to strategic planning, paired with her deep commitment to maternal wellness, helps fuel WOMB’s vision of building supportive, empowered communities for mothers and their families.

Lisa LaMountain brings emergency medical expertise, creative leadership, and a deeply felt commitment to rural maternal advocacy to the Board of Directors at the WOMB Initiative.

 

As an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT), Lisa possesses extensive prehospital patient care experience and a strong background in quality assurance and team coordination.

 

As a primary caregiver navigating long-term health complications for her child following a traumatic rural birth experience, Lisa’s advocacy is rooted in a determination to improve care accessibility and support for families in remote communities.

 

A mother of three plus an angel,  and a photovoice participant, Lisa blends her personal experience with artistic creativity to foster connection and community.

 

Prior to joining the board, she served as a dedicated WOMB volunteer, teaching childbirth education classes and designing team-building activities, leadership exercises, and handcrafted prizes for organizational retreats.

 

Lisa’s combination of clinical frontline insight, organizational leadership, and creative warmth makes her a valuable force in advancing WOMB’s mission to ensure safe, equitable, and compassionate care for all mothers.

Denise Hill brings a diverse background in special education support, direct care, and creative media to the Board of Directors at the WOMB Initiative.

 

Currently working as a Paraeducator (Level II) in Northumberland, NH, Denise supports students in regular and special education settings, fostering inclusive and supportive learning environments tailored to individual needs.

 

Her extensive background in direct care also includes serving as a Residential Instructor at Easter Seals and as a Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA), bringing deep compassion and practical caregiving skills to her work.

 

Driven by a growing passion for maternal healthcare, Denise is currently preparing to pursue formal training to become a certified doula.

 

As a mother of 3 and a freelance photographer, she has actively lent her creative talents to WOMB by photographing community events and creating instructional video content, including a setup guide for the organization’s "Nursing Nook."

 

Denise’s combination of educational support experience, caregiving dedication, and visual storytelling makes her an invaluable asset as WOMB expands its reach to empower local mothers and families.