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Empowering Communities

For the past four years, Ọlọ́mọ Ló L'ayé has been committed to a groundbreaking collaborative journey, uniting birth professionals from diverse communities and countries. Our mission is to create a shared space where innovation and creativity thrive, tackling the pressing issues of infant and maternal mortality rates. We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and approaches, and are dedicated to exposing birth professionals to alternative ways of practicing, including non-clinical trainings and workshops. Our goal is to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and tools to integrate these approaches into their work, empowering them to challenge the status quo and drive meaningful change. By fostering a spirit of mutual respect, collaboration, and co-creation, we aim to revolutionize the field of maternal and infant health, and create a more just, equitable, and compassionate world for all.

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Midwifery and Community Work

Step into the world of midwifery and community empowerment with Olomo Lo L'aye! Our gallery showcases the dedicated work of traditional birth attendants, the construction of our birth centers, community centers and the impact of our programs. Browse through our photos to witness the beauty of culturally sensitive care, community engagement, and the preservation of traditional birthing practices. Discover the heart and soul of our mission, and join us in celebrating the power of community-led healthcare initiatives!

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Global Seminar

Ọlọ́mọ Ló L'ayé is dedicated to promoting access to traditional birth practices through educational seminars and trainings. We provide a space for our members to learn about spiritual and ancestral birth practices and collaborate on ways to integrate them into their professional practices. Follow the work we've done to support safe and holistic birthing experiences for all.

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Speaking engagements 

Stay up-to-date with Olomo Lo L'aye and its founder Sauleiha Akangbe by following their speaking engagements at seminars, conferences, gatherings, and news castings. Get inspired by their insights and expertise in various fields. Join the conversation stay informed.

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Ile Alawoye Healers Retreat and education

The Ile Alawoye Healers Retreat offers a transformative experience for individuals from the Diaspora seeking to reconnect with their ancestral heritage. Since 2020, we've provided a chance to immerse oneself in Yoruba culture, birth traditions, and ancestral practices. Participants are able to reconnect with their roots and ancestral soil, experience Yoruba culture firsthand, and learn ancestral practices and traditions. The Ile Alawoye Healers Retreat is a journey of self-discovery, cultural connection, and ancestral reconnection to birth, spiritual, and traditional practices. 

Ọlọ́mọ Ló L'ayé

Embracing Tradition. Enhancing Care.

Olomo Lo L'aye

As a 501(c)(3) organization, we unite all those dedicated to mothers and babies to eliminate preventable maternal mortality by bridging ancestral technology, traditional midwifery sovereignty, and collaborative clinical care.

Who We Are

Meet Our Founder

Meet Our Board

Meet Our Teams

Our Work

Miss Liz’s Place
Gremum’s Way 
Anonymous Auntie Line
Agbẹ̀bí Apprenticeship
Rebirth Birth 

Global Reach

Repair & Reconnect Cohorts
Aláwòyè Center (Nigeria)
Maternal Intuition Research
Abiye Membership

Direct Contact

Our Domestic Hubs: Coatesville, PA

Global Hub: Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria

301 UNION ST. STE 21867, Seattle WA 98111

+1 (773) 946-5666

"The traditional midwife is not asking for a seat at the clinical table. She is the table and we are those gathered around"

©2026 by Ọlọ́mọ Ló L'ayé. All rights reserved. Built for reproductive justice and indigenous sovereignty.

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