Erica Espinal

Salem, Massachusetts

5.0 (1 review)

Erica Espinal

3 years of experience

Hello, My name is Erica Espinal and I am a trained Doula as well as a Licensed Esthetician. I wanted to be become a doula because birth is a life-changing experience and all women deserve to have the opportunity to be given that extra support they might have needed or wanted. As well as being a birth doula, I am also training to be a postpartum doula, because I believe that care and support is needed not only during pregnancy and birth but once the baby is born as well!

Recent review

Erica provided exceptional care and created a safe space for both Me and my Husband during my birth experience. I loved having her as a Birth Doula!

- Monica H.

Katie Koelewyn

Danvers, Massachusetts

Katie Koelewyn

6 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Over the years, I have always said there are few things more beautiful than birth. It is when I am holding a new baby or supporting a new mother that I am reminded I have found my calling. In the midst of exhaustion, let me step in and guide you to find the most beautiful moments in your life. It truly takes a village to raise a child, and I am honored to be invited into your village. I am a mother of five children and have had many experiences while raising my children that I am able to use to support you as you navigate your birth and postpartum journey. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies from Penn State University. I am certified as a Birth and Postpartum Doula through ProDoula. I am certified in CPR & First Aid through the American Heart Association. I live in Danvers with my husband of 21 years and our three youngest daughters.

Molly Barrett Sanchez

Marblehead, Massachusetts

Molly Barrett Sanchez

4 years of experience

Hello! As a birth doula, my intention is to help my clients feel comfortable, confident, and at ease from conception to postpartum. I provide my clients with evidence-based, nonjudgmental, physical and emotional support, and a loving, calming presence. What brings me the most joy in doing this work are the relationships formed, understanding my client’s needs and goals, and supporting them to get there. I’m a mom to two little girls, a former collegiate volleyball player, strength coach, and certified yoga teacher. Functional movement and training have been a part of my life for quite some time, and a significant component of my approach - helping my clients to physically prepare for motherhood. I look forward to connecting and seeing how I can best support you during this season of life!

Kathleen Stern

Swampscott, Massachusetts

Kathleen Stern

7 years of experience

Hi, I’m Kathleen Stern—a certified postpartum and birth doula, certified infant feeding specialist and an IBCLC candidate (international board certified lactation consultant), expecting to be certified in 2026. I love working with parents to offer real-time relief and practical tips and to remind them that they’re doing a great job. My goal is to build your confidence and provide relief so that you feel better when my visit ends. Whether you’re a first-time parent feeling nervous/excited or thinking “I don’t know what I don’t know,” or a seasoned parent looking for some more relief this time around, I’ve got you! Prior to working with infants and families, I earned a Masters in Teaching and had a rewarding 15-year education career— teaching students (mostly middle school English), coaching teachers, and helping others recognize their own strengths. I got into the perinatal world after I had a colicky baby in 2014 and was filled with exhaustion, self-doubt, and conflicting advice from well-meaning family and friends. I knew there must be a better way. For my second baby, I worked with a postpartum doula to provide me with the nonjudgmental, hands-on support I knew I would need. The difference between my first and second postpartum experiences prompted me to become a doula and lactation professional. My best advice for expecting families is, “Reach out for help before you think you need it. You're not supposed to be able to do this by yourself.” I live in the North Shore with my 11 and 8 year-old daughters and labradoodle. When I’m not with my family or holding babies, I love to garden, be active, and be by the water.

Jessie Salvin

Swampscott, Massachusetts

Jessie Salvin

9 years of experience

Hello! My name is Jessie, I’m a birth doula and childbirth educator. Working together means having someone by your side throughout your pregnancy and birth offering information and support that is personalized to you and your wishes. I am here to help you prepare for your birth by providing evidence-based information and loving, compassionate support while you navigate this life-changing experience!

Meagan O'Neill

Topsfield, Massachusetts

Meagan O'Neill

22 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi my name is Meagan O'Neill and I am a pediatric physical therapist and certified infant massage instructor. I am from Ipswich MA. I treat primarily babies and toddlers.

Lucia Jenkins

Wakefield, Massachusetts

Lucia Jenkins

31 years of experience

I have been a Lactation Consultant for over 25 years. I have a background as a pediatric RN and home-birth midwife, and have provided lactaton care both in a full-spectrum maternity unit and in my private-care home office. I have lectured at lactation conferences on many aspects of lactation and am the founder and executive Director of Baby Cafe USA, a national network of free community-based breastfeeding support sites.

Naomi Daborn Lanson

Gloucester, Massachusetts

Naomi Daborn Lanson

9 years of experience

Hi! I'm Naomi. I am a Certified Practitioner Midwife choosing to focus on providing birth and postpartum doula support. I keep my Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) cards active at all times. I am currently in the process of becoming certified as a postpartum doula. I believe that if women/birthing persons and their babies were truly supported in the way they most need, we would have peace on Earth. I decided to become a midwife and doula because I want to make the world a better place, and I believe the way to do that is to bring compassionate support to mothers and their babies. I received my training through Maternidad La Luz (birth center on the US/Mexico border) and the Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association (CAPPA). I have attended around 150 births and have provided care for many newborns. I currently run Little Angel Doula and work part time as a midwife assistant for a local home birth practice. My philosophy centers around trusting the birthing body and trusting the process of transition into parenthood. I am a firm believer in the power of gentle touch and calm words, good rest, good nourishment, and laughter. I have confidence in my heart and my hands to be there for you and your child.

Maria Colantoni

Reading, Massachusetts

Maria Colantoni

6 years of experience

Hi there! I'm a certified pediatric sleep consultant offering encouraging support to tired families. I believe in customized and adaptable methods to fit your parenting style. I offer support for children ages 0-5, and newborn families are my personal favorite. Teaching the "why" behind sleep support is a core piece of my service. I look forward to working together, let's talk about sleep!

Kaytlyn Minot

Reading, Massachusetts

Kaytlyn Minot

Hey! I am a newer doula in the area. I’m a new mom and recently postpartum myself! My business mantra is “grounded in science, guided by spirit” and that’s exactly how I run my practice . I’m up to date on state of the art birth, pregnancy, postpartum techniques and therapies. I then add my own touch! I like holistic healing and therapies aromatherapy, reflexology, meditation, mindfulness, grounding, breath work, etc. my practice is guided by my client and therefore won’t always be the same. I tailor my knowledge and practice to better help you! My job is to make sure you feel seen, heard, calm and confident throughout your pregnancy, birth, postpartum and so on! I will be available 24/7 for your growing family. My email willowandwombbirth@gmail.com

Jamie-Lee Lightbody

Revere, Massachusetts

Jamie-Lee Lightbody

3 years of experience

My name is Jamie-Lee I am a RN and certified birth and postpartum doula. Looking for thr opportunity to help women during labor& postpartum.

Amayzin Morris

Malden, Massachusetts

Amayzin Morris

5 years of experience
Accepts insurances

SKILLS Meal Prep/Food preparation Caregiving Babysitting Counseling EXPERIENCE TJ Maxx, Somerville MA — Sales Associate 12-05-2022 - 01-01-2023 Sales Associate On Floor Assisting Costumers YMCA, Malden MA — Teachers Assistant 01-02-2023 - 06-16-2023 Meal prep Assistance with bathroom Behavioral assistance On The Road Again, Malden MA — Teachers Assistant 06-26-2023 - 10-06-2023 Food/Meal Prep Behavioral Assistance Assistance with bathroom/Diaper changing EDUCATION Malden High School, Malden MA — High School Diploma 09-14-2020 - 06-02-2024 Mcdonald Staduim, Malden MA Graduated high school. Certificates First Aid CPR EEC trained

Laurel Segal

Malden, Massachusetts

Laurel Segal

23 years of experience

I am a postpartum doula, lactation educator, certified pediatric sleep consultant and certified child passenger safety technician. I offer remote classes, postpartum, newborn, infant and toddler consulting as well as pediatric sleep consulting. I love meeting parents where they are and helping to empower them to be the best parents they can be.

Madison LaRiviere

Georgetown, Massachusetts

5.0 (7 reviews)

Madison LaRiviere

8 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hey there! As an IBCLC Birth and Postpartum Doula. I’ve assisted many hospital labors, c-sections and home natural births . I am a Mama of 2. I Love supporting mama’s through out their birth journey as well as assisting with breastfeeding and postpartum needs for them and there babies. Look forward to connecting!

Recent review

Madison was awesome! She was supportive during the pregnancy, birth and postpartum. She’s knowledgeable and provides you with all the support you need to make informed decisions. She was definitely a big help in keeping me calm and at ease through my pregnancy journey!

- Kristen M.

Jess Thermitus

Wilmington, Massachusetts

Jess Thermitus

3 years of experience

Hi my name is Jess. I have always known that my gift is to help others heal. Being a doula is a manifestation of that. Birth work is a direct response to the injustice and disparities experienced by BIPOC in the US. And we all have the power to change that narrative. ​​ I look forward to healing with you.

Arielle Martone

North Andover, Massachusetts

Arielle Martone

17 years of experience

Arielle graduated from Columbia University in 2009 with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy and soon after became a neuro-clinical specialist. Her journey into motherhood caused her to shift paths into pelvic health/women's health and she has taken extensive continuing education training to support her work. Arielle is also a certified yoga teacher, teaching prenatal classes in the community and a certified pre and postnatal coach and EFT practitioner. Arielle believes in the importance of whole person care and understands the challenges that come with early motherhood which is why she offers in-home concierge pelvic PT and postpartum wellness coaching to mothers in the North Shore. You deserve to feel good postpartum!

Nancy Figuereo

Boston, Massachusetts

5.0 (2 reviews)

Nancy Figuereo

4 years of experience

Hello! My name is Nancy and I am a birth and postpartum doula in the greater Boston area! I am 26 years old and believe everyone deserves an empowering and loving birth experience and postpartum journey. I have been a Doula for about a year now and an OBGYN nurse for about 3 years. This is all I have loved to do and I hope to continue to provide evidence based and professional care to all.

Recent review

Nancy was amazing as a doula! I was nervous as this was my first baby and being a person of color. Nancy was there throughout my entire pregnancy.

- Jasmin M.

Hannah DeMoss

Boston, Massachusetts

Hannah DeMoss

4 years of experience

Hello! I’m happy to cross your path in your search for a doula. I am a trained birth doula with experience serving a range of clients, but I have a particular passion in serving those who have been affected by violence. I am motivated to promote an atmosphere where my clients can explore what they need to feel safe and grounded, with the intention of helping my clients build a more positive and trusting relationship with their body. My healing-centered approach centers autonomy and promotes my client’s wisdom in decision making and creation of their birth plans that tailor to their needs. I have experience serving clients who are survivors of sexual violence and community violence. In my 9-5 job I support hospitals in becoming more trauma-informed and survivor-centered. Please reach out if you are interested in talking more about my services. Wishing you a healthy and positive pregnancy and birth!

Emily Greenslit

Boston, Massachusetts

5.0 (1 review)

Emily Greenslit

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello! My name is Emily and I am a DONA certified birth doula and yoga instructor in the Boston area. I became a doula because I am passionate about maternal health equity and believe that birth care is truly essential. As a doula, my number one job is to be your advocate in the birthing room— there is no reason why you can’t have a BEAUTIFUL and EMPOWERING birth, and I am here to support you through it. I can’t wait to get to know you and be a part of your birth story!

Recent review

Emily is incredibly kind and caring! She has such a comfortable and supportive presence, it's so easy to feel safe around her.

- Becca C.

Stefanie Larsen

Boston, Massachusetts

Stefanie Larsen

16 years of experience

Hello! My name is Stefanie and I am a pediatric occupational therapist. I created The Sensational Child to help support parents with the many challenges of parenting. I specialize in working with parents of neurodivergent children and those with sensory processing challenges. Parenting is hard! And I am here to support you along your journey. In my free time I enjoy playing with my two active boys and drinking coffee!