Sydia Waite Maxwell

Paterson, New Jersey

Sydia Waite Maxwell

10 years of experience

Hello, my name is Sydia Waite Maxwell, and I’m a Certified Newborn Care Specialist and postpartum doula with over 15 years of experience supporting families throughout New York and New Jersey. I specialize in overnight newborn care, helping parents establish healthy sleep habits, feeding routines, and confidence during the early weeks of their baby’s life. My goal is to create a calm, nurturing environment that allows both parents and babies to rest and thrive.

Hazel Alvarez

Clifton, New Jersey

5.0 (2 reviews)

Hazel Alvarez

My name is Hazel Alvarez. As an Independent BirthKeeper and Teacher, I hold space for women to find the fullness of their power, to learn to truly trust, connect and listen to their bodies and to give birth in a way that makes her feel seen, heard, safe and respected. I offer the Quantum Model of Care when it comes to pregnancy and birth. This means that I prioritize Nurturing of both the mom and her partner, Soul-Level Connections with mom, recognition of Self-directed women who know what they want, Trust & Transparency, and Birth as an Altered State of Consciousness. Always knowing and acknowledging that there is a divine power that is always guiding us through the miracle of life. I am knowledgeable and respectful of both the physiology and the mystical aspects of birth. You were born to navigate your birth and to be in tune with your divine vessel. I am humbled by the honor that I am being called to witness birth as it should be.

Recent review

Hazel is an incredibly knowledgeable and intuitive care giver. She deeply cares for the women she works with. Women feel nurtured and supported, which is so important throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Hazel brings a sense of calm, peace, and protection when she walks into a room! She is so in-tune to the energy she brings into a space. Instantly, you feel like you just took a nourishing deep breath. Hazel believes in a mother's strength and capabilities, trusts normal, physiologic birth, and will act as a trusted, supportive, and knowledgeable companion during this beautiful time of your life. I highly recommend!

- Krista O.

Stefanie Jn Pierre

Jersey City, New Jersey

5.0 (2 reviews)

Stefanie Jn Pierre

15 years of experience

Who I am ; Credentials and Experience ; I'm a Certified CPR /AED/First Aid, Certified Newborn Care Specialist, Night Nanny , Certified Postpartum Doula, Certified Pediatric Sleep Specialist and Certified Breastfeeding Counselor. What I do ; Educate and support parents, Provide direct Newborn Care , Create routines and Logs , Offer Flexible support . What you get; Peace of mind , a smoother transition, a reliable expert, extra set of hands , more and better sleep. Other essential elements; Contact information; 1267 702 8000 / 18623069535 Moonrise Baby Rhythms LLC, Website; IG , FB, Twitter, TicToc

Recent review

Stefanie worked with us overnight from June through July 2025, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. She was fantastic with our newborn, attentive to our needs, and always on time and professional. I would highly recommend Stefanie if you're looking someone to care for your child.

- damon w.

Suja daniel daniel

Jersey City, New Jersey

5.0 (2 reviews)

Suja daniel daniel

11 years of experience

Thank you for visiting my profile! A little about me — I’m an experienced childcare provider with a background as a preschool teacher, nanny, certified Newborn Care Specialist, postpartum doula, and sleep trainer. I have extensive hands-on experience caring for newborns and am currently available for overnight support. If you’re looking for a night nanny for your little one, feel free to reach out — I’d love to connect and discuss how I can support your family.

Recent review

Hi i am mom of 3. i hired Suja as my night nanny for my 3-rd. baby 2023, i had c- section, had very tough pregnancy and really needed nights covered so i can have a good night sleep. Suja, made it worked, she was very flexible with my schedule, she taken care of my baby with care, as she was the fuzzy and colic baby, cried a lot but Suja had lots of patience with the situation and handled well. i can't say enough of her but you will never regret having help overnights for first few weeks of your newborn.

- Sammy S.

Donna Bruschi

Highland, New York

Donna Bruschi

15 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello, I am Donna Bruschi, and I'm an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) located in Highland, NY. Breastfeeding has been an important part of my life since my first baby! I meet you where you are with breastfeeding and I help you achieve your goals with education and empathy. My goal is reducing anxiety, helping everybody get more sleep. Mostly, I want for you to enjoy your baby and feel empowered by your breastfeeding experience.

KathyAnn Campbell

Brooklyn, New York

5.0 (5 reviews)

KathyAnn Campbell

Hello! I'm KathyAnn, and for the past year, I've had the honor of serving as a Birth Doula. My extensive experience with newborns, along with being a mother myself and working in postpartum care, has truly shaped my approach. What I love most about what I do is the opportunity to advocate fiercely for my clients, provide a nurturing and safe space, and help them connect with their innate strength. If you're looking for support, I'd love to chat more about how I can help and see if we connect well.

Recent review

KathyAnn helped me through the process of my delivery. I had a hard time with my first child and was so alone in the process. With my second, she was there from day one. Even late at night I would call her and she would answer. She was kind, attentive, and wonderful around. All the way up the delivery, she was there with me. Even after my baby was born, KathyAnn gave me some tips on care for when my baby boy came home with me. I would recommend her to my friends and family.

- Shelly D.

Joan Sherwood

Brooklyn, New York

5.0 (6 reviews)

Joan Sherwood

30 years of experience

I am Joan Sherwood, founder of Peaceful Beginnings To You. My calling to become a doula was born from a personal experience. During the birth of my child, I was left alone in a hospital room without any support. My spouse and brother were sent home because I was not in active labor. My water had broken, so I was admitted, and I faced the daunting process of labor alone, in a secluded area until it was time to push. This experience, where I delivered a 9 -pound, 2-ounce baby without my loved one's present, ignited my passion to ensure that no other person would have to endure such solitude. My journey as a doula began 25 years ago when I assisted a family member through labor. Since then, I have been a source of support and guidance for family and friends, which eventually led me to pursue certification as a birth doula through DONA International. I am deeply committed to holistic birth and postpartum care, and my extensive training reflects this dedication. My education includes a Family Development Credential, studies at the Institute of Integrative Nutrition, the Center for Homeopathic Education, and the Swedish Institute College of Health Sciences. I am also a certified Calm Birth Instructor, Infant Massage Instructor Trainer, Womb Sauna Practitioner, and have received postpartum training from Indigemama, BirthMama, Traditional Postpartum Practitioner, and Birth Arts International. My approach to doula care is centered on the needs of the laboring person. I come with no preconceived notions, and I remain as fluid and flexible as possible to meet the evolving needs of each individual. In addition, to running my private doula practice, I have provided doula care to underserved communities as a doula and doula mentor for a federally funded program in Brooklyn.

Recent review

Joan was my doula for both my pregnancies, one in 2014 for my now 8 year old and again during the pandemic for my 2 year old. I highly recommend Joan she provided such consistent support during both pregnancy, while birthing and postpartum. I was so fortune because Joan is just naturally resourceful and intuitive and she was right by my side every step the way. To this day I consider her such an empowering and beautiful human being and I am thankful that she was with me on my journey into motherhood -- I would choose her again and again and again!!!

- Donauta S.

Traci Armstrong

Clifton, New Jersey

5.0 (1 review)

Traci Armstrong

24 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Are you seeking or expecting and looking for dedicated newborn care specialist ? With over 20 years of experience in early childhood education, I specialize in supporting families during the newborn stage with expert, compassionate care. As a Certified Newborn Care Specialist and gentle sleep trainer, I provide evidence-based guidance on feeding, sleep, and infant development while creating a calm, nurturing environment for both baby and parents. Certifications & Training: Certified Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) Gentle Sleep Coach / Trainer Infant CPR & First Aid Certified Trained in Safe Sleep Practices & SIDS Prevention Breast & Bottle-Feeding Support Core Skills: Overnight newborn care & sleep shaping Establishing healthy feeding and sleep routines Parental coaching and confidence-building Developmental milestone support Family-centered, individualized care I am passionate about easing the transition into parenthood, ensuring families feel supported, rested, and empowered to care for their little one with confidence.

Recent review

Traci was a wonderful support to our family as we used her services til my daughter was sleeping all night My daughter was in the nicu for 5 days. It was a very stressfulf time. She was was always available to help and flexible with her time.. Her advice, helping and support educating us along the early stages.. She cared for our baby with love and professionalism and gave us confidence as new parents. I highly recommend them to any family. She still supports us as my daughter transitions into new milestones. We would be lost without her.

- Paula l.

Victoria Gaston

Jersey City, New Jersey

Victoria Gaston

8 years of experience

I’m Victoria, a DONA International certified postpartum doula and lactation specialist dedicated to helping new parents find calm and confidence in their postpartum journey. Through NewEra Doula, I provide compassionate care, newborn guidance, and feeding support to ease the transition into parenthood. My mission is to nurture and empower families with the knowledge, reassurance, and hands-on support they need to thrive during this transformative time.

Elizabeth Cano

Kearny, New Jersey

Elizabeth Cano

5 years of experience

Her passion for childbirth began in her birthing her four children within five years and learning the amazing power of the mind, soul, and body in physiologic birth and thereafter. Becoming a DONA trained Doula has given her the professional skills and resources to help other birthing people and their partner(s) awaken and tune into this power. As your Doula, she is honored to hold space for you and meet you where you are along your reproductive journey. She will provide emotional, informational, and physical support and hold your hand as you learn to advocate for your preferences in what is the most personal and sacred time in your life. By encouraging you to feel confident, fully supported, in control of your choices, and well equipped with the tools and comfort measures, her goal is to help you optimize any path your birth takes. She especially wants to do all she can to educate the community about the power of birth support, increase access to these evidence based services, and work with BBIPOC and trans and queer birthing people who often experience trauma and inequitable care along their gestational journey. As a Latinx Doula, she is a strong proponent of reclaiming and honoring the cultural roots of birthing communities and their traditional practices. Elizabeth is bilingual in Spanish.

Taylor Clarke-Cameron

Belleville, New Jersey

Taylor Clarke-Cameron

Hi, I'm Taylor Clarke-Cameron, and I am beyond thrilled to begin this journey as a birth & post-partum doula! 🌟 While I may be relatively new to the world of birth-work, I bring over a decade of experience as a school administrator, nurturing and advocating for individuals and families. That same passion has inspired me to step into birth-work, where my mission is to ensure every birthing person feels informed, empowered, and supported throughout their journey. 🤍 Whether you're a single parent, part of a multicultural or multi-religious family, in the LGBTQIA+ community, or navigating the path of adoption, I am here for YOU. Birth is universal, yet every experience is uniquely yours—a wonder of the galaxy. 🌌 Let’s work together to create a birthing experience that is as strong, vital, and extraordinary as YOU are. 💪✨ 💌 DM me to learn more about how I can support you during this transformative time.

Kareema Boone

Jersey City, New Jersey

5.0 (1 review)

Kareema Boone

8 years of experience

Hi, I am Kareema, a trained postpartum doula with a background as a labor & delivery, postpartum, and nursery nurse. I am passionate about supporting families through the transformative journey of the fourth trimester. With years of hands-on experience in maternal-newborn care, I strive to create a nurturing, informed, and empowering environment for parents as they navigate the early stages of parenthood. I aim to provide compassionate, evidence-based support that promotes healing, confidence, and well-being.

Recent review

Kareema was so patient with myself and my husband through this process. She was so informative and helpful and understanding. Without her, my husband and I would not have been able to explore this process of what we had to endure in order to obtain our happiness in our family. She was knowledgeable in concerns during and after my pregnancy and I had faith and confidence in what I was doing with the information that she shared and the help that she gave. My experience with Kareema is a 10 out of 10.

- Juanita F.

Nishante Pearson

New London, Connecticut

5.0 (13 reviews)

Nishante Pearson

5 years of experience
Accepts insurances

My passion for supporting, educating, and empowering women giving birth stems from my desire to combat the maternal and infant health crisis that disproportionately impacts the birth experiences and outcomes of Black women. It is my goal to help all birthing people: learn to trust in their bodies; learn to trust themselves to make informed decisions about and advocate for the birth experience they desire; and, have culturally appropriate and non-clinical emotional, physical, and informational support before, during, and after birth. I welcome you to schedule a free, 30-minute consultation to help us get to know one another, decide if we're a good fit and so that I can also answer any questions you may have. Please use this link to do so: https://nurturedbynishante.hbportal.co/public/661ffd32ccdf9a001f2d3149/1-Schedule_Consultation

Recent review

Nishante was truly amazing during my birth and after! I wanted to make sure I was heard in the delivery room as well as supported so all I had to do was focus on laboring, with my husband. Nishante truly was a rock! I am truly grateful for the support during labor. I was pushed to my limits but every time I wanted to give up, my husband and Nishante was right there telling me I can do it and encouraging me. She always was a step ahead on what I needed while I labored, where it was a drink of water, a snack, fan, counter pressure, to change positions. Anything, she was literally on the ball. If my husband and I decided to have one more, I would 1,000% book Nishante again! Thank you again for everything! Your work is truly amazing and appreciated. 💕💕

- Tiffany Boasman

Gretchen Grinsteinner

New London, Connecticut

5.0 (1 review)

Gretchen Grinsteinner

3 years of experience

Welcome! My name is Gretchen, and I am a parenting coach and certified sleep counselor with a master's degree in developmental psychology. My favorite job of all though is being a mom to my two sweet boys and teaching them everything I know about baking and art! I love helping mothers nurture calm, connected relationships with their babies and toddlers through gentle wisdom, firm boundaries, and evidence-based support through the early years. I believe that simple, subtle change is often make the biggest impacts in parenting and sleep. Through guidance, advocacy, and unwavering support, I’ll empower you to trust yourself, navigate change with confidence, and step into your natural strengths as a mother. -Gretchen

Recent review

Gretchen is a very warm soul and has a passion for nurturing people. She provides so much helpful information backed up with research. I trust her wholeheartedly.

- Bridgette V.

Wislène The Doula

Bloomfield, New Jersey

Wislène The Doula

5 years of experience

I’m a certified doula, childbirth educator & breastfeeding specialist. I am passionate about birth and looking to help moms experience a glorious push and motherhood journey. I am Haitian and love to incorporate holistic practices from my culture. I stay up to date with evidence based maternity knowledge and I’m big on educating my clients, informed consent and advocacy.

Ashleigh Pomponio

Wanaque, New Jersey

5.0 (1 review)

Ashleigh Pomponio

2 years of experience

As a doula, my goal is to ensure that you are an active participant in decisions surrounding your labor rather than your labor happening to you. We will do this through education, support and advocacy. Looking forward to helping you achieve the birth of your dreams!

Recent review

Working with Ashleigh was an amazing experience. She was knowledgeable on so many birth topics and took the time to review all of our options with my husband and I. She was warm and compassionate and guided me through a natural birth in a hospital environment. I would absolutely recommend her to my friends and family.

- Vicki W.

Jaslyn Caraballo

Brooklyn, New York

5.0 (2 reviews)

Jaslyn Caraballo

Jaslyn is a compassionate and dedicated full-spectrum doula based in Brooklyn, New York. With a background in healthcare and fertility support, she combines hands-on expertise with deep emotional support to guide families through the life-changing transition into parenthood. When she is isn't supporting families you can usually find Jaslyn working on her hobby of photography, simply curled up with her favorite fuzzy blanket watching horror movies or having a great time with her family and her partner. Raised by a strong single mother who navigated life with grit and grace, Jaslyn has a personal understanding of the challenges that many Black and Hispanic mothers face, especially when balancing family, career, and self-care. Her upbringing shaped her commitment to showing up with empathy, cultural awareness, and unwavering support in her doula practice. Jaslyn’s approach to care is rooted in empowerment, education, and advocacy. Her goal is to help you feel confident in your decisions, connected to your instincts, and supported as you find your voice as the parent of a new baby. She believes that informed choices are powerful, and that every parent deserves a safe, affirming space to explore what works best for their family. Whether you're preparing for birth, navigating postpartum healing, or seeking support after fertility treatments or IVF, Jaslyn tailors her care to meet you exactly where you are. She supports all birth plans and parenting choices, and honors the unique dynamics of each family, always without judgment. Clients often describe her as intuitive, grounding, and deeply present. She sees her role as part guide, part steady hand, and part instruction manual; someone who’s there to ease the transition and make sure you feel seen, supported, and never alone. Jaslyn also offers sliding scale services to make doula care more accessible, and proudly supports all families, including single parents and blended families. She is CPR certified.

Recent review

Jaslyn has been a wonderful babysitter for our infant. She is caring, gentle, and incredibly attentive. We always felt at ease knowing our baby is in such loving and capable hands. Highly recommend her to any family with a little one!

- Tatiana D.

Tyreema Muhannad

Montclair, New Jersey

Tyreema Muhannad

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello, My name is Tyreema and I'm a Full Spectrum Doula here in Northern NJ.

Erica Castillo

Newark, New Jersey

Erica Castillo

8 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I’m Erica Castillo a full-spectrum doula, body literacy educator, and folk herbalist walking the path toward becoming a home birth midwife. I offer culturally rooted care across the reproductive spectrum, including birth, postpartum, fertility, menstruation, and reproductive health support. My practice weaves together ancestral knowledge and contemporary support, grounded in the traditional healing ways of my African and Taíno ancestors. In many traditions, midwives were more than just birth attendants, they were community healers, herbalists, bodyworkers, and spiritual guides. That legacy shapes how I show up in this work: with reverence, skill, and a deep commitment to care that uplifts the whole person. For the last 8 years, I’ve supported families with a blend of intuition, evidence-based tools, and heart. If you’re looking for a grounded, culturally aligned doula who honors your intuition and uplifts your experience, and advocates for you, I’d be honored to support!

Grace Zawistowski

Bayonne, New Jersey

Grace Zawistowski

I am a certified birth doula. I love helping families get ready to meet their baby! I am also trained in child birth education as well as provide photography - portrait, maternity, family, birth and baby.