Find a Doula Near Me in Albany, NY

My journey into birth work began after the birth of my first child . I often refer to this experience as the best and hardest time. I was astounded by the disparity of education, preparation, and namely support provided around birth and even more so postpartum. I became a passionate student and advocate of birth, and postpartum experiences in my corner of the world and the larger diaspora. My mission as your doula is to walk alongside you, providing information, comfort measures, resources, emotional support, advocacy and space. My intent is that you will feel you can confidently meet any of the dynamic set of challenges that come with childbirth, thanks to the knowledge and supportive environment you’ve created by using a doula. It is my belief that when a birthing person receives evidence based information, is in a safe space, with unconditional support; no one knows better what a birthing person needs better than the person giving birth. And it is your birth team’s job to listen. Many people believe there is a right or successful way to have a baby. This is not only untrue but a harmful mindset. No matter how your baby arrives, there is an opportunity to be one of the most empowering experiences of ones life. Every birth just like every person is unique and sacred. And each experience should be honored as such. My work began with the births of my two children, followed by passionately supporting my family and friends in their birth and postpartum experiences and captively listening to every birth story I could hear. It became clear to me, birthwork was the work I was always meant to do. I went on to pursue professional training. First completed my postpartum and lactation educator training with Jodi Congdon through CAPPA then rounding out my birth doula training with Debra Pascali Bonaro through DONA. I continue to stay motivated and inspired by every client I work with, continuing education courses, as well as a growing community of birthworkers who continue to share their own expertise, wisdom and knowledge, To which I am most grateful. My practice is named Due Care Doula because it is my firm belief that everyone deserves and benefits from professional perinatal doula support. And it should be considered, not an indulgence or optional, but rather the standard “due care”.

518 Birth Project, LLC is the Capital Region's first doula agency! Started by Meghan Cheek and Christine Hernandez, both birth and postpartum doulas, with the goal to build a collaborative and compassionate community for clients and doulas alike. We are a premier, full-service care network matching clients with qualified and professional doulas. No two families are the same, and neither are their support needs. We take the guesswork out of finding the right fit by carefully matching you with trusted birth and postpartum professionals who align with your preferences and goals. No endless searching, no unanswered inquiries, just personalized support when you need it most.

Katie Doyle is a CAPPA-trained doula and a childbirth educator with Birthing from Within™, an organization that conceptualizes birth as a rite of passage and emphasizes holistic education. Katie is also certified with the Body Ready Method™, a program geared to preparing the body for physiologic birth through intentional, functional movement and positioning. Katie supports both home and hospital births. In addition to birth work, Katie has also trained as a traditional herbalist and is an artist specializing in ultrasound and IVF embryo commissions. She is an avid gardener and maintains an organic herb and vegetable garden on her 9-acre homestead in Schuylerville, NY. Katie has a toddler son, whose birth led her deeper into her journey to serve and support local families.

I am a Postpartum Doula pursuing certification through DONA International , located in Greenwich, NY, and looking for my first clients. I have previous birth doula experience, but am focusing on postpartum at this time. I also have some training in lactation support. As a mother of seven, now mostly grown, and a new grandparent, I also bring my personal experience with both hospital and home births. The postpartum season is wonderful and challenging and I look forward to helping parents get off to the best start. I consider it a privilege to serve my clients during this special time.

Hello! I'm Angie, located in Berkshire county. I am a Full Spectrum Birth and Postpartum doula with experience in bereavement and sibling care. While I am not yet a mother myself, I am a proud aunt of many, natural doula, and caretaker with decades of hands on experience. My primary goal is to empower and instill confidence in birthing individuals and families from all walks of life. I firmly believe in your innate knowledge of what's best for you, guiding my approach to follow your lead. I offer gentle reminders and encouragement to trust in yourself, along with providing education, referrals, and hands-on assistance where needed. Whether your journey through birth and parenthood feels effortless or presents challenges, together, we'll navigate and triumph through it!

www.DoulaOdessa.com Hello! My name is Odessa Bates, owner of Doula Odessa & Birth Services. I’m based in Western Massachusetts and have been in the health and wellness field for over 25 years. I’m a Certified Birth Doula, Certified Postpartum Doula, Certified Placenta Encapsulation Specialist, Spinning Babies® Aware Practitioner, Evidence Based Birth Professional, Empty Arms Bereavement Professional, VBAC trained, lactation trained, support all types of families, Neuro-Affirming, BIPOC ally, 2SLGBTQIA+ ally, trauma-informed, culturally competent, religion-informed, a past substance abuse clinician with a master’s degree in Women’s Studies. I’m trained and educated in a wide range of topics surrounding prenatal, birth, and postpartum experiences. My goal as your doula in this magical time is to support you and your family to have an experience that is uplifting, empowering, and joyful. I travel to MA, NY, VT, and CT within an 1.5-hour radius from my home base in Lee, MA 01238. Fully certified, insured, vaccinated, and boosted. Virtual services available for any location. I’m also a MassHealth insurance approved certified doula provider, which means my doula services are 100% covered. For other insurances, you could be reimbursed, as I provide a “Super Bill”. I look forward to working together!

Motherhood changes everything. You deserve support that honors your body, your intuition, and the woman who you’re becoming. It is my belief that you hold within you the ability to be all that your child needs. It is my passion to help you reveil the blockages, release the fears, and uncover the innate wisdom your body holds. My vision is to bridge the gap between logistical preparation and emotional growth, offering an elevated standard of care for the modern mother. ​ The medicalized birth and conception industries leaves much to be desired in the realm of true connection, optimized health, and transparency. Women are continuously robbed of vital information that helps them to make informed choices, which is a travesty. I work with women to explore all of their options for fertility, birth, and beyond-supporting them through whatever path they choose to take. ​And yes, I will absolutely support your free birth.

I have been a doula for over 13 years. I am certified and trained in VBAC births.

As a Registered Nurse with extensive birthing center, neonatal ICU (NICU), and postpartum experience- I understand that breastfeeding doesn’t always come naturally-and that’s okay. Having worked in hospitals for over 15 years-I can help you navigate your breastfeeding journey from pregnancy to postpartum and up to the 1st year of life. I have worked at Vassar Medical Center and Northern Dutchess most recently but also have experience working in other cities and countries where breastfeeding was highly valued. I am also a Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga Teacher, and love animals. I enjoy living upstate and truly believe in a holistic approach to care but also have the medical background to support the needs of more complex families and dyads.

Hello Im Dayle and I am a post partum doula and night nurse from Toronto, Canada. As a creative, energetic, stable and thoughtful person who loves kids, I enjoy caregiving and find it natural. I love to engage childrens imagination through play, nature, baking, libraries, gardening etc . I have years of experience nannying for folks working in the film industry in Los Angeles, Topanga, Malibu, Brooklyn, Manhattan and Toronto forming genuine bonds with families that last. I got my birth & post patrum doula training in Toronto in 2022 and have attended births and provided post partum care for mothers including night nursing which has been a joy because I believe healthy/resourced families create strong communities !

Homeschooling mama of 3 beautiful boys! Passionate doula.

Mostly overnight postpartum doula who also offers first trimester, virtual and lactation care. My philosophy is that we are there to support mom and baby while allowing them the space to grow to independence; my goal is to leave a family with all questions answered and support in a way that promotes confidence when I am gone. I homeschool, have 3 children (one who I am currently nursing,) have experienced formula and breastmilk feedings, as well as hospital and home birth. I believe my biggest asset is my well-rounded, real-life experience that is still relevant today.

Hello everyone! My name is Mery E Febrillet. Grateful to enter this beautiful world of birth by guiding families to positive and peaceful births, serving as a CCE/ Doula. I am thrilled to be a blessing to others! The first birth I helped with was amazing, and I loved every second of it. I look forward to supporting families in their unique birth experiences. Some fun facts about me: I love learning new things, cooking plant-based food, especially cheesecake, and giving random back massages to people I think may need it.

Hello! I’m a doula, massage therapist and acupuncturist going back 27 years, deeply passionate about supporting people throughout pregnancy and the childbirth experience. I developed a curriculum to teach doulas and expectant parents in Comforting Touch practices for birth, so they can feel confident offering touch to as a comfort measure to birthing people. I also offer a Comforting Touch for Babies class to extend the gift of touch to the little ones as well! If you need any support in this chapter of life, consider me a resource for hands-on support if you’re local to the NYC/Hudson Valley area, or a variety of virtual offerings wherever you are.

I am a L&D and mother/baby nurse (LDRP) with 10+ years experience who wanted care for clients outside of the hospital after seeing the need in my local area. I have been doing postpartum doula work since January 2024, and have started taking on childbirth ed and labor clients as well. I also have a team of other birth center nurses who assist with postpartum care as well. I believe in a healthy relationship with the medical providers, while also advocating for your specific wants and needs. For labor, my experience has been as an RN for 10+ years with both high risk pregnancies, low risk, every intervention known to man, and as natural as Mother Nature made it. I’m certified in inpatient obstetrics and fetal monitoring (RNC-OB, C-EFM).

I am a birth and postpartum doula, and breastfeeding consultant with a deep passion for supporting women and families through the transformative journey of birth and early parenthood. One of my greatest influences as a birth worker has been Ina May Gaskin, whose teachings have deeply shaped the way I view birth and the care I strive to provide. I am inspired by her trust in the wisdom of the female body, her reverence for the natural process of birth, and her belief in the incredible strength of women. I strive to embody these values in my own work, approaching each birth with patience, compassion, and deep respect for the person giving birth. I believe birth is so much more than a medical event. It is a deeply personal, powerful, and life-changing experience that deserves to be honored. My hope is to help every woman feel safe, heard, respected, and empowered as she moves through pregnancy, labor, and birth. I strive to create a calm, nurturing space where families can trust themselves, feel confident in their choices, and welcome their babies in a way that feels right for them. My care extends beyond the birth room. Through postpartum support and breastfeeding consulting, I offer guidance, reassurance, and practical care during the tender transition into parenthood. I believe the weeks and months after birth deserve just as much attention, nourishment, and support as pregnancy and labor. It is my hope that every family I work with feels cared for as they find their rhythm, build confidence, and grow into their new roles. For me, being a doula means holding space for the strength, vulnerability, and beauty of this season of life. It means offering a steady, compassionate presence, honoring each family's unique journey, and reminding women of the wisdom and capability they carry within themselves. It is an honor to walk alongside families during one of life's most meaningful transitions. My greatest hope is that the families I support feel nurtured, empowered, and deeply connected to their own experience of birth and early parenthood.

I'm a DONA-certified birth doula with a Master of Social Work from Columbia University, serving families in Kingston, Ulster County, Dutchess County, and throughout the Hudson Valley. With a decade of experience in social work, seven years of training and practice in Western herbalism, and my own journey through motherhood, I bring a compassionate, grounded, and holistic approach to birth support. My additional training includes Spinning Babies, Hypnobirthing, lactation support, and perinatal mental health. I combine evidence-based education, hands-on comfort techniques, and emotional support to help families feel informed, confident, and supported throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. I believe that how we experience birth matters, not because there's one right way to give birth, but because every family deserves to feel heard, respected, and empowered in their choices. Whether you're planning a home or hospital birth, hoping for an unmedicated experience, or considering an epidural or other interventions, my role is to provide steady, nonjudgmental support tailored to your individual needs and preferences. Drawing on my clinical social work background, I offer a trauma-informed, body-positive, and inclusive approach, warmly welcoming LGBTQ+ families, single parents, and families of all backgrounds. My goal is to be a calming, reassuring presence and a trusted resource as you navigate the transformative experience of welcoming your baby.

Hi. My name is Erica, I am 35 and a mother of four. I became certified as a holistic doula in June 2024. I was lucky to have a doula for the birth of my first son and knew this was my calling. I advocate for all mothers decisions either natural births or medicated, and push for nurses and doctors to follow birthing plans to the best of their ability. I myself had three natural births and one c-section. I assist with any needs from pain management to help with breastfeeding. I am here to be the voice for mothers and babies during pregnancy, labor and delivery, and postpartum.

Hi, I'm Lindsey! I am a licensed nurse, Reiki practitioner, pelvic steaming consultant, and DONA trained birth doula who has been trained to support VBAC, breech, and twin births. Most recently I am the co-founder of the Mohawk Valley Doula Collective, an organization passionate about connecting expecting families with resources and networking with other professionals to promote training and skills. I am a homebirth mother of one, and have years of experience in women’s health, family planning, and pediatrics. I am dedicated to supporting you and your family throughout the childbearing year. My goal is to partner with families by providing support, education, planning, and resources that affirm and protect your values and decisions—while amplifying your voice. I am committed to helping you achieve a safe, informed, and empowering birth experience on your terms I look forward to getting to know you, your family, and understanding your values surrounding your pregnancy and birth so that I can be a strong asset and advocate for you- I want your birth experience to be everything you may hope, pray, and dream of!

Hello everyone. My name is Sara Morse. I am a Mother of 3, Certified Postpartum Doula, Sleep Consultant and Career Nanny with 25+ years experience working with newborns, infants and toddlers in the Hudson Valley, NY region. My passion to mother the mother and work with the postpartum population has led me on my journey to assist parents as they transition into parenthood. I am also the Founder of The Peep to Sleep Method. An attachment and regulated based approach to baby sleep that emphasizes the importance of connection and contact. I look forward to connecting with you soon and potentially supporting you on your postpartum journey. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.