Criminal Tabatha
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May 2, 2025 Tabatha Trammell, a doula who supports incarcerated pregnant women, shares her inspiring journey from her own experiences with imprisonment to helping others navigate the challenges of incarceration. She discusses critical topics like the rights of pregnant women in prisons and the emotional turmoil faced by those behind bars. Tabatha emphasizes the transformative impact of doula care and advocates for improving conditions for mothers in the criminal justice system, highlighting the resilience and hope that can emerge from even the toughest situations.
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Teen Pregnancy and Consequences
- At 15, Tabatha learned she was pregnant and feared her religious family would shun her.
- She was disowned, moved in with her grandmother, and got introduced to selling drugs by her uncle.
Pregnant and Arrested
- Tabatha was arrested for selling marijuana while six months pregnant.
- She was the youngest woman in jail and received little sympathy from other inmates.
Postpartum Jail Experience
- Days after her baby was born, Tabatha was arrested again and jailed for 60 days.
- Older inmates comforted her during postpartum struggles and helped by making extra period products.