Find a Doula Near Me in Albany, NY

I was raised in Albany and am now growing my family here. I feel that when we support birth, we support the health and future of our communities. Continuous and compassionate labor support, tailored to your unique situation, is so significant for birthing people. Families should also be provided evidence-based informational support during the pregnancy process so that they can truly know all their options prior to going into labor. As your doula, I will use my knowledge of the birth process to provide physical, emotional, and environmental comfort measures during your birth. You can have peace of mind knowing that you will be supported in your decisions with the aim of a positive and joyful birthing experience.

I live in Rensselaer, NY with my fiancé, son and two cats. In my free time I love to cook, workout, and read. My philosophy is that every parent deserves to be met with unconditional support throughout their reproductive journey. It is my hope to always be able to offer my clients a way to be satisfied with their birth experience, no matter the circumstances. I have a special interest in the relationship between the mind, body, and baby during the process of birth and I often view the nervous system as a tool to tap into this system. I hope to pursue this interest and deepen my knowledge in the near future by completing a pre and post natal fitness coach certification.

Hello! I am a birth worker with experience in the home birth and hospital setting. As a birth doula and registered nurse, I can work with you in any environment that feels suitable for your birth. As a Certified Lactation Educator, I can also help in the postpartum period to help you troubleshoot any breastfeeding struggles that may arise. I am passionate about birth equity and access, and believe every person deserves perinatal support!

Services: Birth Doula, Reiki Master, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Instructor, Parental Mentor Hello! My name is Josie Hart. I am a Certified Birth Doula, serving families in the Greater Capital Region of Upstate New York. I'm a mother of five, grandmother to one, and love what I do! I am passionate about helping pregnant people feel safe and empowered to make informed decisions regarding their bodies and their births. I believe every birthing person should have the autonomy to birth in their way and in their power. I am also a Reiki Master trained in Usui/Holy Fire® and Karuna Reiki® and certified to teach prenatal and postnatal yoga. I am grateful for the ability to teach as well as add Reiki energy healing, for those who would like, as a way to assist during pregnancy, labor and postpartum. When not supporting birth or working with Reiki, I enjoy my yoga practice, hiking trails in this beautiful Upstate NY area, or my most favorite pastime, spending time with my children, granddaughter, and extended family at my home. “…how a person is cared for and supported during birth is a major influence, not only in how they give birth but also in how they feel about the birth for years to come.” ~The Birth Partner

Hi there! I'm Kayleigh, a postpartum doula and newborn care specialist specializing in overnight newborn care and a proud mama to my little boy! ❤️ I've always had a passion for caring for little ones. Growing up as the oldest of seven siblings, nurturing and supporting babies became second nature to me. Becoming a mother myself only deepened my passion for helping families navigate pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and life with a newborn. Through my hands-on experience supporting families during the early postpartum period, I've developed a strong appreciation for just how important rest, reassurance, and reliable support are during those first few weeks. My goal is to provide compassionate, attentive, and dependable care so parents can rest and recover knowing their little one is in caring hands. Whether that's soothing a fussy newborn, assisting with feedings, washing bottles, or simply offering reassurance during an overwhelming time, I'm here to make the transition into parenthood a little easier. I hold CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications and am continuing my education in postpartum, birth and newborn care. I offer packages for families seeking one or two nights of weekly support, customizable overnight hours, or a combination of daytime and overnight care. I currently serve families within 20 miles of Albany, NY, and am accepting inquiries for 2027! I believe every family deserves to feel supported, confident, and cared for during their postpartum journey. It would be an honor to be part of yours! 💕

Hi! My name is Christina, but you can call me Chris. I am a Mama Glow Birth Doula located in Albany, NY. I service Albany, Schenectady, Rensselaer and Columbia Counties. It my duty to provide judgement-free emotional and physical support to expecting parents as they make this new, exciting and HUGE life transition. My support includes creating a birth plan and providing education surrounding birth, what to expect postpartum, lactation or bottle feeding basics and more. I believe that birth is an amazing, empowering experience. To create and carry a life, then act as the portal that transports that life through the sacred passageway into this world is an experience like no other. An experience that allows for the person giving birth to feel at one with the universe and with all those that have given birth before them.

I am a birth doula working in the captial region assisting in prenatal, birth and postpartum care. I am a part of a birth justice nonprofit organization called BirthnetNY and have embedded an emphasis on trauma informed care, advocacy, and informed consent in my work. I strive to provide gentleness, comfort and the utmost advocacy for my clients. Please contact by email.

Hi there, my name is Gadria (Gah-dree-ah)! I am a Birth & Postpartum Doula and a Certified Lactation Educator (CLE). I am also proud to be a Social Worker with an LMSW. There has always been a fascination for me around familial composition, while also strongly speaking up for how genetics are not the only factor that defines what family can be. By providing supportive, knowledgeable, and empathetic care, I strive to help you feel empowered as you recognize the capabilities of yourself, both physically and emotionally. My intentions lie in helping you access power, love, and serenity within your birth journey.

Birth is one of life's most transformative experiences and every family deserves to feel seen, heard and deeply supported throughout the journey. As a doula, I believe that my role is to walk beside you with compassion, evidence-based education and unwavering support. Whether your path includes an unmedicated birth, an epidural, induction, cesarean birth, or unexpected changes along the way, my goal is to help you feel informed, empowered, and confident in your choices. I strive to create a calm, judgment-free space where you can trust your intuition, ask questions freely and feel genuinely cared for. Above all, I believe birth is not about achieving a "perfect" experience—it is about feeling safe, respected and empowered. My hope is that long after your baby is born, you look back on your birth knowing you were supported with kindness, dignity and wholehearted care every step of the way. I am taking clients who are due in February and April 2027.

Hello! My name is Rachel and I am a Registered Nurse with experience in High- Risk Perinatal, Labor and Delivery, Postpartum and NiCU. I am also a Certified Lactation Consultant. I am a mother of 2 little girls (3&5) in Averill Park and also was a high-risk mom and a Nicu mom. I have a tremendous amount of experience (10+ years) in this field. I am CPR and NPR certifed. Having additional support and an advocate for you/ your baby is SO important. I am happy to go to appointments with you, educate you on multiple topics, assist with buying baby supplies, setting up nursery, planning a baby shower, providing newborn and postpartum care and lactation support, or anything else you may need. Please feel free to contact me if you would be interested in discussing your needs or my qualifications/availability further. Thank you! I am looking to support you during this wonderful time in your life!

Hi there! My name is Joslin Dupuis. I am a loved and loving Wife, Mother, Daughter, Sister, Aunt, Clinical Social Worker, and Full Spectrum Doula. I live with my husband, our two beautiful and silly children, two dogs, a cat, and an unknown and outrageous number of chickens, turkeys, and quail. I love to look at the moon, walk barefoot, forage for mushrooms, grow food, bake bread, and serve as an agent of change in the lives of individuals, families, groups, and communities. My path toward birth work is a woven tapestry of personal and professional experiences. I started my college career pursuing a degree in Atmospheric Science, thinking I wanted to be a Meteorologist. Through a lot of self-reflection, I realized that my true passion and deepest joy was found in helping others. For that reason, I shifted my academic pursuits and graduated with my master’s degree in Social Welfare in 2015. I immediately entered the medical field and found myself as an Obstetric and Perinatal Palliative Care Social Worker. I loved that job and realized that birth work is my heart work. I was able to help countless families through their pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experiences. My shift from inpatient medical social work to birth doula has allowed me to be more present with my family and still use my clinical skills. I am calm, patient, mindful, flexible, and trauma-informed. I have a special interest in perinatal mental health and helping individuals find joy and healing through their life transitions. My philosophy as a doula and a social worker is “meeting people where they are.” I will meet you with unconditional and nonjudgmental support. My job is not to write your birth story. My job is to hold space and present you with evidence-based information so you can make an informed decision that works best for you, your body, and your baby. I will work as a part of your interdisciplinary team, assisting you through this beautiful journey that you are on. My goal is for you to reflect on your birth experience and feel satisfied and that you felt loved, held, and respected throughout our work together. Reach out anytime to schedule a free one-hour consultation. I would be honored to be a part of your story. Sub Specialties: As a Clinical Social Worker and Doula, I have extensive experience and training in serving those with increased risk of social or emotional challenges in pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting, including: Survivors of pregnancy and infant loss. Expectant parents who have a mental health diagnosis or who are at increased risk of perinatal mood disorders Those navigating a high-risk or medically complex pregnancy. Expectant parents who have experienced birth trauma or other types of negative birth experiences. Expectant parents with a history of trauma (childhood or adult), including physical or sexual abuse or assault survivors.

Hi, I'm Jodi, I am a Postpartum Doula, am currently pursuing certification and have been trained through DONA International. I provide practical, informational and emotional support to help guide families through the postpartum period, also commonly referred to as the fourth trimester. I currently provide my services in the Capital Region. I have my Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from The College of Saint Rose and have a passion for working with newborns and their families. Please get in touch to set up an initial consultation. I look forward to meeting you.

Peace & Blessings, Mama! I'm JahNine, aka NeeNee ;)and I am so grateful that you've taken the time to check out my offerings. I would be so honored to be of service to you at this time, so feel free to reach out to me with questions or to set up a time to chat further. As a mother of 4 and having attended over 40 births, I am convinced that DOULAS are NECESSARY and PIVOTAL in having a positive birth experience overall. My purpose is always to bring the Sacred into all I do, and I would love to share that energy with you! I am here to remind you of how powerful and capable you are! Gratitude and deep breaths!

I'm a postpartum doula who truly believes in the power of community during your recovery. I have three kids of my own, and have had a fairly wide range of postpartum experiences, helping me to see how to help people in any stage of recovery, hormones, and sleeplessness.. In addition to trainings with postpartum specifically, I have worked with children in various capacities for over 15 years. This experience with children and their families allows me to anticipate the needs of your family throughout the whole day, rather than just the snapshot I see while we're together. My goal, in addition to in-person support, is to help you build confidence and routines that work even beyond our time together, so that you are always prepared for the phase of parenting you're in. I am always rooting for you!

Hello, my name is Aisha Williams, and I am a dedicated Doula committed to providing compassionate, personalized support to families throughout their pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey. I believe every family deserves to feel informed, respected, and empowered during this important life experience. My role is to offer emotional support, physical comfort measures, evidence-based information, and continuous encouragement while honoring your unique preferences and birth goals. Whether you're preparing for your first baby or adding to your family, I am here to walk alongside you with care, understanding, and advocacy. My goal is to help create a positive, confident, and supported birth experience while ensuring you and your loved ones feel heard every step of the way. It is an honor to be part of such a meaningful chapter in your life, and I look forward to supporting you on your journey to welcoming your little one.

Erica has been a birth and postpartum doula, as well as newborn care specialist since 2007. She is now focusing on overnight newborn care services.

Hello! My name is Isabel Jackson. I am a birth doula located in Berkshire County, MA. I was trained in 2022 by Warm Welcome Midwifery. I pride myself in supporting families during their transition as a growing family. I offer emotional support, physical support and family support during pregnancy, labor & delivery and the immediate postpartum. I can also offer lactation support.

Hello! I am excited to Offer support and education through pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum phase. Breastfeeding counseling available. Your birth, your choices! In addition to my Doula training, I have extensive personal experience as well, having given birth 10 times (2 births in which I was a Gestational Surrogate Mother) for two couples. Currently a student Nurse. I support all mamas in whatever specific birth plan you may have! Have also supported cesarean birth. Free consultation call or visit!

I am a trained birth and postpartum doula and lactation educator (CAPPA) providing care in the New York capital region from Albany to Glens Falls. As a Registered Dietitian I enjoy utilizing my nutrition background to help clients navigate the demanding physical and emotional demands of pregnancy and postpartum. I offer comprehensive birth and postpartum support, including overnight care to prioritize rest for new parents. I also incorporate my knowledge of perinatal nutrition to facilitate a nourishing pregnancy and postpartum recovery. My philosophy around birth and nutrition stem from the same principle; that our bodies and intuition are stronger than we often realize. I embrace an intuitive eating approach which relies on tuning inward and building trust with the body. These same skills can be employed when preparing for birth. I believe that you are the expert of your own body, and I am here to be a trusted source of evidence-based information and emotional support as you navigate pregnancy, birth, and parenthood.

Hi, I’m Christine Hernandez — a doula, childbirth educator, and lactation counselor based in the Capital District. I’m passionate about supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum journey with evidence-based education and compassionate care. Alongside my work with parents, I also run Broadway Coffee Co. in Saratoga Springs, a community space created to caffeinate and connect new moms. I believe that no one should have to navigate new parenthood alone — and I love helping families feel supported, confident, and cared for as they grow.