Doulas that Accept Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) in New Jersey

Hi, I’m Colleen Anderson! As a Full-Spectrum Doula, Newborn Care Provider, Lactation Consultant, and founder of Colleen's Birth & Lactation Support, my passion is helping parents feel confident, supported and empowered throughout their journey into parenthood. Every family deserves care that meets them where they are whether that’s guidance through labor, support with breastfeeding, or practical advice for life with a newborn. My approach is rooted in partnership. I’m here to listen, cheer you on and provide the tools and encouragement you need to thrive. With years of experience in newborn care, postpartum support and parent education, I bring a compassionate, holistic perspective to every interaction, helping you build a strong foundation of love, confidence and care.

Carla Graves – Perinatal Birth, Postpartum Doula & Maternal Wellness Specialist Business Location: 25 Scotch Road, Suite 4, Ewing, NJ 08628 Serving Mercer County, NJ and Surrounding Areas I am a certified Perinatal Doula with over four and a half years of experience, proudly trained through Uzazi Village. As a dedicated mother of five and a passionate advocate for maternal health, I specialize in supporting families through every stage of pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. My areas of expertise include: • Placenta Encapsulation • Lactation Counseling • Sexual and Reproductive Health Counseling • Peer Counseling • Community Health Work I am certified in HIPAA compliance, bloodborne pathogens (biohazard safety), and ServSafe food safety. I am deeply committed to improving maternal wellness and ensuring positive, empowered birth outcomes for every family I serve. My services are available throughout Mercer County and I am willing to travel to surrounding areas. I accept most major insurances, including: • Medicaid • Horizon NJ Health • UnitedHealthcare • Wellpoint • Aetna If you’re looking for compassionate, knowledgeable, and culturally competent support, I would be honored to be part of your birth journey.

I am a Full Service Doula who specialises in and provides support to all birthing persons from bump to birth to baby and beyond..

My main responsibilities are to help pregnant people have a positive birthing experience and adjust to parenthood after their babies arrive. The following are some ideas for what to include in the duties and responsibilities section of your Doula job description: Conducting prenatal consultations to explore clients’ birthing preferences and discuss any concerns Creating birthing plans that outline the delivery room’s environment or home birth setting, who will be present and whether clients want pain relievers Assisting with preparations for the child’s arrival, such as setting up the nursery or running errands Attending the birth and providing emotional and physical support for clients throughout labor and delivery Acting as an advocate for clients to ensure medical providers adhere to their wishes Providing advice about nursing and assisting with childcare during the early postpartum period Staying up-to-date with the latest research on childbirth, prenatal care and infant growth and development