Yaffa Garber Tilles

Newton, Massachusetts

5.0 (1 review)

Yaffa Garber Tilles

12 years of experience

I am the mom to 3 rambunctious boys and the co-founder of the Boston Birth Village! My sister and I provide birth doula services, postpartum doula services, childbirth education classes, postpartum groups, and much more!

Recent review

Yaffa and I love working as a team! Here's a recent review from a birth doula client: From the first time we met Shira, we felt more at ease about our birthing time. Upon meeting Shira it is obvious how sweet, caring, and smart she is. Shira is very knowledgeable about pregnancy and birth, and she is super humble about her approach. She is here for you to answer your questions and make you feel prepared and comfortable. She doesn't push any personal agenda, she is a calm and peaceful presence who will guide you like a warm mother would, and with confidence. Shira is open minded. She was directly by my side taking my lead during my first birth, and both of our first HypnoBabies experience. She was the expert support and extra hands I needed alongside my husband. I had mostly back labor and she helped with counter pressure, positioning, and movement for 24+ hours! She said yes to all any any requests I had. When I decided to get an epidural/induction, she helped make that choice easier. She constantly shared my birth plan with the hospital staff to ensure everyone was on board with my vision so I didn't have to. It was very reassuring having her there and I truly couldn't have done it without her. The birth ended up being absolutely beautiful, magical, and a holy experience that I would be lucky and blessed to do over and over again. Thank you Shira!!

- Shira S.

Jade' Gray-Gray

Boston, Massachusetts

4.6 (9 reviews)

Jade' Gray-Gray

12 years of experience
Accepts insurances

My name is Jade C. Gray-Gray, and I am a MassHealth Approved, Certified Full Spectrum Doula, specializing in trauma-informed care, reproductive justice, safe space, and freedom-centered support. I bring 12 years of experience working with infants through age 11, and I am fully trained in prenatal and postpartum support, breastfeeding education, and newborn care. In addition to my doula expertise, I have strong skills in healthy co-parenting guidance, helping families build communication, stability, and a nurturing foundation that supports a well-rounded child. My mission is to provide care that is compassionate, informed, and centered around the needs of the families I serve.

Recent review

Jade has been an incredible advocate and support for my family. She was my son’s teacher and went above and beyond to ensure he had what he needed to thrive. Even years later, she continues to stay connected with us, which speaks to her genuine care and dedication. Although I haven’t worked with her directly in her doula role, I have every confidence that the same compassion, advocacy, and commitment she showed my family will make her an outstanding support to any parent or family she serves.

- Staisha S.

Katie Panzer

Boston, Massachusetts

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Deu Almeida

Boston, Massachusetts

Deu Almeida

7 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Plain and simple: I love all things pregnancy! After working in the music industry for nearly ten years, I experienced a deep and abrupt shift in my life trajectory upon becoming pregnant. Prior to my pregnancy, I had already declared my path of Maternal & Neonatal Health in my DrPH program, but experiencing the true miracle we call life confirmed that Maternal & Neonatal Health are in fact a huge part of my purpose, even so much so that I was willing to partially cut ties with the music business to fulfill this duty. That’s why and how I’m here for you today — I truly believe I was called to do this work. I’ve always had an interest in the unknowns of pregnancy. I was born with a congenital diaphragmatic hernia, and have lived my life with a star-shaped G-tube patch and midline incision scar that represent the intersectionality of pregnancy, what can go wrong and how we can fix it. And upon marrying my husband, a heart transplant recipient, I became even more enthralled by the specialty of disease prevention in infants. Many wonder why I took the DrPH path as opposed to a traditional MD degree, and the truth is that nothing I’ve ever done in my life was conventional. It is my belief that addressing Maternal & Neonatal Health issues from the standpoint of public health practice is not only effective, but is also fulfilling. As a public health practitioner, I address the risks and patterns of pregnancy complications as a population-wide problem. I’m not a medical doctor because I am not interested in treating these conditions: I am a public health doctor because I am committed to preventing them altogether.

Shannon Outchcunis

Bourne, Massachusetts

Shannon Outchcunis

9 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am a Full Spectrum doula on Cape Cod, serving the Cape and South Shore. We provide support for birth, postpartum, bereavement, fertility, adoption, lactation, placenta encapsulation, belly binding, newborn care and sleep conditioning. We pride ourselves on being able to support you in your journey, whichever way it may lead. We provide trauma informed care. We support ALL families.

Eleanor Klibaner-Schiff

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Eleanor Klibaner-Schiff

Accepts insurances

Hi! My name is Eleanor and I'm a newly-trained birth doula excited to support you. I'm passionate about patient advocacy, making sure your needs are heard, and providing evidence-based information and support throughout pregnancy and labor.

Alana Martinusen

Boston, Massachusetts

Alana Martinusen

Accepts insurances

I have been dedicated to women’s health since the beginning of my public health journey. When I began university, I started volunteering with the Women's Resource Center on campus. This allowed me to plan events and educate students about sexual health and wellness. I was later hired on as a sexual violence educator as well. I was on the pre-medicine track, but realized that my true passions were helping improve health outcomes for people. I decided to get my Master's of Public Health at Boston University. Through the program, I dedicated a lot of my time to researching maternal health outcomes, especially for women of color. I have been fortunate to be able to use my passions for reproductive justice in my research at Boston Medical Center. Much of my work focuses on family planning and health disparities in repro spaces. In my work, I have been fortunate to work with amazing birth workers, which inspired my own doula journey. Birth should be an empowering and liberating experience for families, and I strive for this in my doula work. My approach is completely client-centered so that clients can feel supported and advocated for during their process. When I'm not engaged in birth work, I enjoy cooking, reading, and playing with my fur baby, Fezzik. My ultimate goal is to become a midwife so that I can continue centering reproductive justice in my work.

Kate Wallace

Boston, Massachusetts

Kate Wallace

16 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi, my name is Kate and I am a doula, RN and owner of an agency. We offer birth and postpartum support, overnight care, sleep coaching, classes, and consultations. We’d love to support you on your journey.

Katheline Leconte

Boston, Massachusetts

5.0 (1 review)

Katheline Leconte

7 years of experience

Katheline LeConte is trained Licensed Certified Social Worker who specializes in trauma, domestic violence , and individual and family counseling. Katheline has over 10 years of experience in mental health and providing support ton individuals during various life events/circumstances. Katheline embarked on the journey of providing therapeutic and supportive services to women and families by offering birth doula services in 2019. She founded Birthing Boston as a way to increase the accessibility of doulas of color in Massachusetts.

Recent review

Katheline was an amazing doula! Her support throughout my pregnancy, from the time I did the initial consultation to my postpartum visit, was impeccable. She was always available when needed if I had any questions or concerns. She checked in often to see how I was doing. During delivery she radiated a calm supportive energy, which helped me stay focused and relaxed during my attempted Vbac. I will definitely have Katheline as my doula in the future and recommend her to expecting moms. Her support and care is definitely a blessing to have during and post pregnancy.

- Shalena B.

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

Sarah Tucker

Somerville, Massachusetts

Sarah Tucker

8 years of experience

My name is Sarah Tucker and I’m a birth and postpartum doula that specializes in trauma informed care, as well as perinatal and postnatal mood disorders. Doula work, for me is very much sacred, heart work. I practice by educating you on evidence based birth practices, but I also connect with you on a personal level as birth can be a very emotional event that requires feeling heard and seen. I also provide maternity, birth, and newborn photography, as well as placenta services

Cheyenne Bell

Medford, Massachusetts

5.0 (1 review)

Cheyenne Bell

5 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Is the thought of navigating the challenges of pregnancy and postpartum life leaving you feeling overwhelmed? The journey of pregnancy and childbirth can be transformative yet daunting. Many families face uncertainty, fear, and the pressure of making informed decisions during this pivotal time. You don’t have to face it alone. We’re here to provide the support and guidance you need. With a deep-rooted passion for maternal health, I’ve had the privilege of supporting over 60 families in Massachusetts as a Birth and Postpartum Doula and the CEO of Haven Place Doulas. At HPD, we believe that every family deserves personalized care tailored to their unique needs and circumstances. Our team brings a diverse range of skills and expertise, including: - Expertise in Health Information Management: Ensuring you receive evidence-based, accurate care. - Strong Emotional Intelligence: Offering compassionate support during vulnerable moments. - Proficiency in Communication and Advocacy: Empowering families to make informed choices. - Problem-Solving and Multitasking: Addressing challenges effectively and with ease. - Cultural Competency: Delivering care tailored to the unique needs of diverse families. At Haven Place Doulas, we are committed to creating a nurturing environment where every family feels empowered and supported throughout their journey. Let’s work together to create a positive and fulfilling experience for your family. Book a call or send us a message today—we’re here to support you!

Recent review

I was extremely anxious during my second pregnancy after having a miscarriage during my first. I didn’t know what to do and had many questions with just about everything. Cheyenne was very patient, friendly, and professional. She answered about every question I had and provided me with great support. I was about to relax a little bit with her around. I will definitely work with her again the next time around.

- Zainab H.

Vita Baranauskas

Stoneham, Massachusetts

5.0 (1 review)

Vita Baranauskas

2 years of experience

Hello, dear mama, My name is Vita Baranauskas, and I am a wife, mother to two, and grandma to two. With over twenty years in the medical field, I have always been drawn to caring for others, but becoming a doula was my true calling. Why do I do this? It is my belief that every mother should have someone by her side. My only goal is for you to experience your ideal birth, whatever that looks like for you. I learn to remain calm and adapt to life's movements through my happy place, the ocean, while my lush garden reminds me to nurture with love and patience. Care, intuition, and confidence are what I bring to you. I'm here to support you, provide compassionate, judgement-free care, and help you make the choices that feel right for you.

Recent review

Vita was a warm, consistent support through out the end of my pregnancy and through my labor. She provided videos, visuals, reading materials, and demonstrations for a variety of techniques to prep for birth. She worked with me and my partner so we felt prepared for a VBAC. She answered my middle of the night texts to determine when to move to the hospital. She consistently provided cues for movement and breath to support pain management and the successful movement of my baby through the labor process. She also helped me focus on hydration and keeping my energy up. Vita provided cues for my husband to support me as well. I went from my first birth being an induction ending in an unplanned c section to a completely natural birth with the help of Vita! It was exactly what we wanted and Vita helped us feel confident advocating in the hospital. I cannot thank Vita enough for all of her support.

- Mary B.

Chelsea Da Paz

East Haddam, Connecticut

Chelsea Da Paz

5 years of experience

Hi there! I'm Chelsea – a wife, stay-at-home parent of two, certified birth and postpartum doula, and babywearing educator based in Connecticut. With over two decades of experience working with children and families, my journey includes a master's degree in education and 11 years of teaching music to students from PreK through grade 12. My path to becoming a doula was inspired by the isolating and challenging nature of the postpartum months. Having navigated this journey myself, I realized the importance of support during this period. I aim to alleviate the isolation many face by offering guidance and understanding. Having been the first in my friend group to experience parenthood, I understand the complexities and uncertainties. My role is to provide a compass, steering you away from the confusing and sometimes overwhelming information available online. Join me in creating a supportive community, where I offer education, solidarity, empowerment, strength, and empathy to ease your transition into parenthood

Stephanie Lemire

Enfield, Connecticut

5.0 (1 review)

Stephanie Lemire

2 years of experience

I’m a trained birth doula who will prioritize evidence based information to help you welcome your baby earthside. Certified Perinatal Nutrition Expert, Reiki level 2

Recent review

It took me ages to figure out how to get back to this to leave my review, but I can't speak highly enough of Steph. She went so far above and beyond throughout my entire final birth journey, and kept my confidence up every step of the way. She was an integral part of making my birth the beautiful experience it was, and I will never forget all she did for our family! I was a complex case, being both a VBAC (eventually CBAC) AND T1D patient, but she took me on anyways and did such an amazing job. Thank you always, Steph! 10/10, HIGHLY recommend!

- Alta B.

Maya Gutmann-McKenzie

Providence, Rhode Island

Maya Gutmann-McKenzie

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am Maya (they/them/theirs), a full-spectrum doula and care worker in Providence, RI. I am a certified perinatal doula (CPD) and in-network with most RI based medical insurances! I offer prenatal care, labor & delivery support and postpartum support to folks of all genders and family structures. Abortion support has become a central part of my offerings in the last year. My practice is trauma informed and driven by consent. ZiZ Care aims to hold people in their wholeness and meet folks where they are at. My approach is one that has been shaped by years as a care-worker as well as a lifetime of living as a queer, trans and disabled person. Thanks for being here!

Jeanny Altera

Providence, Rhode Island

Jeanny Altera

5 years of experience

Here at Life In Me we help create positive birth experiences for mama’s and their families. Whether it is your first pregnancy or third, feeling supported by a knowledgeable professional gives you the peace of mind you need to enjoy the life you are about to bring into this world.

Emily Frank

Providence, Rhode Island

5.0 (1 review)

Emily Frank

3 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi, I’m Emily! I’m a Certified Perinatal Doula (CPD) and artist based in Providence, Rhode Island. I’ve been supporting birthing families since 2022, but my path to this work started long before then. Living with endometriosis shaped my understanding of how essential it is to feel seen, heard, and supported in healthcare. When I was first learning how to navigate life with endo, I needed someone who could inform, empower, and walk with me through the unknown. Now, I’m honored to be that person for others as a doula. I’m committed to inclusive, compassionate, and evidence-based support. My approach is rooted in deep listening, genuine connection, and a belief that birth can be a powerful, joyful, and transformative experience. I offer support across four pillars: physical, emotional, informational, and advocacy, so that you and your birth partner feel informed, respected, and confident throughout your journey. I also accept Rhode Island-based insurances including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Neighborhood, United, and Medicaid. I’ll help you explore your options, prepare for the unexpected, and make choices that reflect your values. I work collaboratively with your care team to create an easeful, grounded birth environment so you can focus on birthing your baby, your way.

Recent review

Emily was my doula through the pregnancy and natural birth of my daughter and I can’t say enough good things about her! Emily has a wonderful energy that makes her a joy to work with, but she is also a fierce advocate who will go to bat for you. She is the perfect combination of the consummate professional and a caring friend. She was with me every step of the way and helped me achieve a beautiful, meaningful, natural birth. And on top of it all, she is a talented photographer and she captured both my pregnancy and my daughter’s birth perfectly. I cannot recommend her enough!

- Julia B.

Jackie Anne Joseph

North Providence, Rhode Island

Jackie Anne Joseph

2 years of experience
Accepts insurances

mom, Boston-native, singer, songwriter, Global IT Project Manager and founder of a non-profit organization A.R.T.S. Foundation Inc her personal mission and commitment as a doula, is to provide a safe birthing experience for all black mommas. Her unique vision for being your personal doula can be described as Transforming Pain into Passion. As a fellow momma who has experience with high-risk birth, I am committed to providing emotional support. In her own words what makes her special: My ability to see the bigger picture and being a naturally loving person. I deeply and profoundly care that you have a birthing experience that you can be proud of. As a trauma-informed, mental health advocate and momma, I know the challenges & I am here to be your personal birthing coach!

Jocelyn Santos

East Providence, Rhode Island

Jocelyn Santos

8 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I've been professionally practicing as a birth and postpartum doula for seven years, with nearly double that time supporting family and friends. My belief in the innate power of birthing individuals guides me, as I aim to uplift what's already within them. Through a blend of training, experience, and holistic support, I see myself as your birth companion, enhancing existing support without replacing it.