About GBB

As a Black-owned business deeply rooted in the BIPOC community of the Inland Empire (Riverside and San Bernardino counties), GBB is dedicated to fostering culturally congruent care tailored to the unique needs of BIPOC birthing individuals.

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Thoughtful Doula Training

Mission Statement: At Grounded Beginnings Birth (GBB), our mission is to cultivate, empower, and honor the perinatal community, from birth workers to birthing families.

Vision Statement: Grounded Beginnings Birth envisions a transformative perinatal landscape where every birthing experience is rooted in dignity, grounded in compassion, and radiating cultural humility, where birthworkers and birthing families, alike, THRIVE!

Our Values

Cultivating practices that support balance and presence in both personal and professional lives.
Upholding respect and honor for every individual in the perinatal journey.
Embracing and integrating diverse traditions and practices to enrich the birthing experience.
Equipping birth workers and families with knowledge, skills, and confidence to thrive.
Building a deep, meaningful community where individuals feel safe, supported, and nurtured.
Fostering a culture of continuous learning and self-discovery, while embracing insights and innovation, ensuring we meet the ever-changing needs of the community.

Meet the Team

Deidre Medley C.

CO-FOUNDER AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Deidre is a powerhouse mother of three, Childbirth & Health Educator, Doula Trainer, and a change innovator. For over 20 years, she’s created transformative spaces where people—especially women—feel truly seen, heard, and celebrated.
Bianca Reid

CO-FOUNDER

Bianca is a force to be reckoned with—wife, mother of four, Birth Doula, Maternal Wellness Advocate, and Public Health Specialist, all rolled into one. With a Master’s in Public Health (MPH) and a passion for grassroots change, she’s making waves as a Senior Health Educator at a dynamic non-profit.
Priscilla Valenzuela

CO-FOUNDER

Priscilla is filled with a fierce devotion to the transformative journey of pregnancy and childbirth. Long before she stepped into her nursing training, she was already all in—dedicated to supporting birthing families in ways that feel as bold as they are impactful.