Nicole Deggins, CNM, MSN, MPH is one of the country's leading birth advocacy experts named "The Midwife Shifting the Narrative" by ESSENCE Magazine. She is a sought-after trainer, public speaker, and educator working to eliminate perinatal disparities and bring transparency to prenatal education and the medical obstetrical system.

As the founder and CVO of Sista Midwife Productions (SMP) she is dedicated to helping individuals and communities create a paradigm shift around the experience of giving birth. Deggins is the creator of the largest online Black Midwife and Doula directories, and her signature SMP Birth Sister/Doula training. Deggins uses 30 years of experience working with pregnant women and families, to train and support birth workers, communities, and organizations that work with childbearing families. Through webinars, keynotes, live workshops, and events, Nicole creates enlightening and engaging programs. She teaches that “Birth is The Revolution” and through birth we can heal our communities.