Tam, the proud mother of five, was born and raised in Long Beach, California, where her deep-rooted community upbringing and strong connection to her Baptist faith shaped her journey.

At the age of 17, she enlisted in the U.S. Navy, and by 18, she became a mother. After five years of honorable service, Tam transitioned out of the military to devote herself to raising her children and pursuing her calling in community care and advocacy.

After reconnecting with her ancestral roots during time spent in Louisiana, Tam returned to California and co-founded Divine & Twined the Botanica in 2018, alongside her sister.


As a full-spectrum birth worker and holistic spiritual practitioner, she offers healing through birthwork, spiritual guidance, and community support.

Tam also founded For Mamas By Mamas Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing Black infant and maternal mortality rates and improving access to holistic and midwifery care for marginalized communities. Her advocacy is deeply centered around Black birth justice, reproductive justice, health equity, and abolition. Tam is passionate about abolishing the family policing system (CPS) and advocating for incarcerated mothers, standing firmly in her belief that all families deserve safety and justice.