Nicole Sawyers-Todd

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Nicole Sawyers-Todd

11 years of experience

Hello! My name is Nicole. I’m a Birth Doula and I also offer overnight postpartum and newborn care to new and expectant families throughout South Jersey, Philly, and surrounding areas. I believe it is a gift to be able to make a difference in the way a family feels supported and cared for throughout their journey. It’s the reason I became a Doula. I personally know what it feels like to be supported vs not. I feel extremely fortunate and honored to have been trusted and invited into many birth spaces over the years. It is a mission that I continue to take very seriously. I specialize in helping people have redemptive births after previous birth trauma, VBAC, advocacy, and physiologic birth. I aim to help people find their voice and birth from a place of power, strength and confidence!

Daina Tate

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Daina Tate

3 years of experience

I’m Daina, a successful, driven and fabulous career woman who happens to be a doting mother of one. I’m also a trained doula and a passionate advocate for all moms.

Alena Wise

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Alena Wise

8 years of experience

The Doula that is bringing Joy back to childbirth and pregnancy. Let me support YOU during the most powerful time in your life to advocate and nature you with love and amazing techniques to help you push through your delivery day because birth should be done your way because it’s your body and baby.

Jen Hinds

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Jen Hinds

12 years of experience

I am a trauma informed, inclusive, compassionate postpartum doula, childbirth educator, and Sex educator. I approach my clients with their wellness , empowerment and self care at the forefront. I hope to leave folks feeling informed and more in control of their lives.

Monique Manily

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Monique Manily

3 years of experience

Hello! My name is Monique, and I am a certified personal trainer, health coach, and yoga teacher with a passion for helping women of all ages feel strong, balanced, and empowered. I also work toward becoming a postpartum doula, which allows me to support families through one of the most transformative times in life. My approach combines physical wellness, mental clarity, and emotional support, because I believe that true health is about nurturing the whole person—not just the body. My philosophy is centered on empowerment, balance, and gentle guidance. I aim to create a supportive, non-judgmental environment where parents can feel confident in their abilities and take care of themselves while caring for their families. I encourage mindfulness, self-compassion, and intentional movement as tools for strength, resilience, and overall wellbeing. My goal is to help families thrive, knowing that when parents are supported, the whole family benefits.

Imani murray

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Imani murray

6 years of experience

Hello potential families! I’m a Highly skilled, attentive and effective private childcare nanny and house manager with etiquette and discretion necessary to successfully care for children of busy professionals. Handles entirety of children's needs at home and on vacations, including scheduling, meals, and housekeeping. Devoted to helping children develop and reach full potential with nurturing and focused care.

MaryNissi Lemon

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

MaryNissi Lemon

10 years of experience

Hi I am MaryNissi Lemon, Founder of LemonLife Birthing Services is a Birth Coach and Childbirth Educator. I have been supporting families on their birthing journey for over 5 years. Equipping families prepare for pregnancy, birth, and after. Using hands-on education. I am very passionate about meeting every birthing mama and family with a holistic approach to positively impact your birth outcome and satisfaction.

Kelsey Baker

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Kelsey Baker

14 years of experience

Hi! I’m Kelsey, pediatric OT and CLC. I love working with babies on feeding, development, and empowering families to best support their little ones in a holistic and functional way.

Rasheada From one mother to a Doula

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

5.0 (1 review)

Rasheada From one mother to a Doula

5 years of experience
Accepts insurances

With 10 years of experience working in the field of Education, I am a licensed educator. I worked as a Nanny full-time during my summers off. I began work part-time as a Postpartum Doula in 2020. I become a certified PostPartum Doula and entered the field Full-time. I am skilled at educating parents on best practices when caring for newborn babies and helping adults make the transition into parenthood smooth and easy.

Recent review

Rasheada is very knowledgeable, caring and empathetic doula. She takes care to care for the mother pre birth and has been a invaluable guide post birth.

- C J.

Larissa Melo Pienkowski

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

5.0 (1 review)

Larissa Melo Pienkowski

I’m Larissa (she/ela/ella), a birth and postpartum doula based in Philadelphia, PA. My practice is rooted in the beliefs that birth is a sacred act of transformation, that birthing people hold innate wisdom in their bodies, and that we all deserve safe, affirming, size-inclusive reproductive healthcare. As a birthworker, I offer a compassionate and comforting presence, intuitive and evidence-based information, physical support, fierce advocacy, and space for birthing people of all identities to move through pregnancy and labor peacefully and confidently. I myself identify as queer and Latina. Eu falo português e adoraria trabalhar com famílias brasileiras. 🇧🇷 In my free time, I love to cook, read, journal, play volleyball, practice Pilates, and make pottery, and I’m passionate about weaving mindfulness, movement, and nourishment into birthwork in ways that uplift radiant, full-body joy. I’m lucky to live with my wife and our Siberian husky, Olaf, in Germantown, Philadelphia.

Recent review

Larissa was an incredible birth doula. She is extremely knowledgeable and provided so many helpful resources ahead of my birth, which truly helped me feel informed and prepared. Throughout the process, she empowered me to advocate for myself and make confident decisions. During labor, her calm presence was grounding and reassuring, and she was always attentive and protective of my birth space. I felt supported, heard, and truly cared for every step of the way.

- Nitia E.

Marissa Servis

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Marissa Servis

6 years of experience

I’m a mama of two beautiful boys, a Registered Nurse since 2006 with a Masters Degree, and a Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant through The Family Sleep Institute. Most importantly, I’m a lifeline and resource for all you mamas and papas that feel like you’re beyond exhausted and overwhelmed with your child’s sleep issues. I know when people hear ‘sleep training’ a number of different things can come to mind. To me, sleep training is a fluid process and you and I are a team working together to get your kiddo sleeping well (so that you can start sleeping well too!). My methods are evidence-based, scientifically backed, and fully researched. There is no one-size-fits-all plan or method. The method is actually the smallest piece of the puzzle. There are a number of important components of healthy sleep that I will help you establish right from the start. I want to get to know you, your child, your parenting style, and then see how sleep training can work for you, in a way that makes sense for your family. My sleep plans are family-focused, flexible, respectful, and mindfully created. I know what it’s like to feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and frustrated with a baby that won’t sleep and I am here to support you to your sleep goals.

Jackie Borski

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Jackie Borski

5 years of experience

My practice is based on the science of sleep. Knowing how and why we sleep is key to being able to come up with solutions for those who are not sleeping. This foundational knowledge allows me to create unique and customizable sleep plans for children. Working collaboratively with parents allows me to effectively support them in their quest to being a well-rested family. Sleep is not a one stop shop and sleep methods will vary from child to child. My knowledge of numerous methods allows me to work with all types of families.

Briana Gibbs

Fruitland, Maryland

Briana Gibbs

5 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello everyone, my name is Briana Gibbs. I am a Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula located in Maryland. My journey to becoming a doula started with my own birth in 2020, right in the middle of the pandemic! In addition to the new strict covid regulations— I was also told the devastating news that I was at high risk for preterm labor. I started researching and reaching out to other birth professionals for advice while doing everything I possibly could to prevent preterm birth. By God’s Grace, I birthed my baby girl at full term! Through my experience, I realized the importance of doulas. My pregnancy and birth awoke a deep desire to be a doula myself. So, I followed my heart! I have so much love in my heart and compassion for my job. My desire is to support mothers like myself and to inspire confidence and strength. I am a wife and mother to a sweet 2yr old baby girl. Family is super important to me and that carries through to my clients… I am known for considering my clients "family" as well! Along with spending time with my family—I also enjoy singing, going to church, and relaxing.

Yawa Adjesson

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Yawa Adjesson

12 years of experience

Hello, my name is Yawa. I'm 33 years old and a college graduate in business administration(hospitality).I have been a nanny/babysitter for 12 years(10 years of infant and overnight experience) I was an instructional aid in a preschool for a year, and a PCA for a year. I speak fluent French. I have excellent knowledge of multicultural education and childhood development. I love activities such as telling stories, cognitive skills, motor skills, tummy time, singing, dancing, reading books, playing outdoors, homework, tutoring, crafts, role-playing, board games and many others. I am extremely passionate about my career as a nanny. From preparing bottles, meals, snacks, homework help, organizing, coordinating, to being a detail- oriented, flexible, confident, reliable and trustworthy individual. Safety is one of my top priorities. I really enjoy spending time with kids.I am easygoing, punctual,creative, and active. I am available for the overnight position. I am CPR and First Aid certified and COVID vaccinated and boosted. Thank you

Paula Bradley

Cherry Hill, New Jersey

Paula Bradley

11 years of experience

Hello everyone, my name is Paula Bradley, I'm a bilingual (Spanish/English) maternal and pediatric occupational therapist located in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. I'm passionate about helping moms, families and their little ones as they transition into parenthood. My services are client centered and holistic. I strive to provide the support and best services for my clients and families. I'm a mom of 3 kiddos and a wife to my wonderful husband. I look forward to connecting and working with you!

Michelle Washington

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Michelle Washington

11 years of experience

Belle has been in birthwork for 7 years. She is a momma to a cat, Femi, and 36 houseplants (and counting!). Belle believes education is the key to the birth, postpartum, and parenting journeys you desire. Doula Belle is a certified birth doula (DONA), Hypnobabies’s Childbirth Education Instructor, trained fertility doula , postpartum doula, Hypnodoula, PAIL doula, abortion doula, Placenta Encapsulator, is trained and educated in nutrition, movement, and herb usage during the perinatal time, and many other Birthy things. She provides support for ALL types of families and birthers; LGBTQ, first-time parents, single parents, adoptive, those with religion specific needs, VBACs, diet restrictions, medical challenges, ALL birthers in need of support. Belle attends births all over Philadelphia and the surrounding areas. She specializes in home births but frequently attends births at hospitals all over Southern Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.

Sat'Ra Holmes

Baltimore, Maryland

Sat'Ra Holmes

11 years of experience

Hello, I am Sat'Ra. I am a mother and doula. I seek to support other mothers from pregnancy to birth and beyond with the services I provide at SatRa's Touch.

NiSheerer Colbert-Pinckney

Baltimore, Maryland

NiSheerer Colbert-Pinckney

5 years of experience

Hey there, I’m Ni’Sheerer! I’m the kind of doula who believes birth isn’t just about bringing a baby into the world—it’s about honoring the whole journey, from the first little flutter to those sweet (and sometimes sleepy) postpartum snuggles. My philosophy is simple: every family deserves support that’s both knowledgeable and heart-centered. I combine evidence-based care with a sprinkle of intuition, a lot of listening, and the belief that your birth story should feel empowering, not overwhelming. I’m here to be your cheerleader, your extra set of hands, and sometimes even your snack-fetching, water-refilling, “you’ve got this” voice when things get real. I see birth as a partnership—your body, your baby, your choices—my role is to support and protect that space. Whether it’s helping you find your breath during labor, keeping you company in those quiet postpartum hours, or making sure you get that much-needed nap, I’m all about creating an environment where you feel safe, heard, and cared for. Birth is powerful, parenting is brave, and I’m honored to walk beside you in it all.

Emily Frost

Baltimore, Maryland

Emily Frost

8 years of experience

My name is Emily, and I am a birth doula supporting families in the Baltimore area. Pregnancy and birth are deeply personal experiences, and I’m passionate about helping birthing people and their families feel informed, supported, and confident as they navigate their options. With a background in public health, I bring a strong foundation in evidence-based care and help you make sense of complex information without pressure or fear. I have experience supporting hospital births and focus on creating a calm, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and respected. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my dog, caring for my plants, and getting lots of sunlight.

Ayanna Moonah

Baltimore, Maryland

Ayanna Moonah

2 years of experience

Hi! I’m Ayanna, a licensed pediatric physical therapist and founder of Moonah Physical Therapy. I specialize in infant motor development and early milestones, helping babies thrive while supporting parents with practical strategies for home. I work with concerns like torticollis, flat head syndrome, and early motor delays, offering in-home and virtual sessions for convenience. My philosophy is simple: every baby deserves a strong foundation for movement, and every parent deserves confidence in supporting their child’s growth.