Find a Newborn Care Specialist Near Me in Dover, DE

Nichole Hoffman has been a DONA International certfied, insured Postpartum Doula in the Philadelphia and South Jersey area for over 30 years. Her services include lactation support, nutritious meal preparation, evidenced based information on infant feeding, infant and maternal care and recovery, and all inclusive support of families. Special Services Offered: Baby-led weaning Babywearing education Cloth diapering education Infant massage education Lactation consultant/counselor services LGBTQIA+ Support Military families support Newborn care specialist Parenting consulting Sibling support (for your older children at the birth) Sleep educator Virtual and remote doula support Satellite doula (for remote and rural clients)

Hello, and welcome. I’m Afrika White McCrea, a wife, mother, birth doula, newborn care specialist, and the heart behind VillageHer. Over the last fifteen years, I’ve had the honor of caring for families during some of the most beautiful, exhausting, joyful, and vulnerable moments of their lives. And if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this: No one was ever meant to do this alone. Bringing a baby into the world changes everything. Alongside the excitement and love can come uncertainty, overwhelm, endless questions, and the quiet hope that someone will simply say, “I’ve got you.” That’s why I do this work. I believe parents deserve more than information, they deserve reassurance. They deserve to be nurtured while they nurture. They deserve a space where they can ask questions without judgment, cry when they need to, celebrate the little victories, and feel supported through every transition that parenthood brings. Whether I’m holding space during labor, rocking a newborn in the middle of the night, helping a mother find her confidence, or simply reminding parents that they’re doing better than they think, my goal is always the same: to help families feel cared for, connected, and never alone. VillageHer was born from the belief that every family deserves the kind of support we often wish we had ourselves—a village built on compassion, trust, and genuine care. It is a privilege to be welcomed into such a sacred season of life, and I would be honored to walk alongside your family as you grow. Because no family should have to do this alone. 🤎

I believe birth deserves a positive, steady space—one where you feel peaceful, informed, and confident as you prepare to meet your baby. My goal is to support your inherent wisdom and help you feel grounded through planning, labor, and the early postpartum days. I’m known for being deeply empathetic, calm, and steady. I love naps, dark chocolate, and quiet time (I’m a self-proclaimed introvert, despite what people assume!). I was called to birth work after experiencing traumatic births, postpartum depression, and profound loss with little support. Through healing and therapy, I realized I wanted to be the kind of support I once needed—so families don’t have to go through hard seasons alone. I’m a “forever student” with an active mind, and I love bringing my trainings and tools into a supportive, practical approach that helps clients feel held and empowered. When I’m not supporting families, you can find me listening to audiobooks and podcasts, gardening, making art, and laughing at dad jokes.

Hello beloved I am Larice Johnson and I am a certifying full spectrum doula supporting families in Maryland. I have been trained with two different black/POC organizations. My goal in this work is to provide space for black and POC birthers, and birthers in other marginalized communities to safely and comfortably birth in their most ideal way. I believe the only way to ensure safety and comfort throughout pregnancy, during labor/delivery and recovering through postpartum is through education and support. I plan to gather fact-based information and pair it with a gentle touch to advocate for, empower, support and love my clients through this wonderful life altering time. I am currently working with families choosing to birth in hospitals, birthing centers and private residences.

When a baby is born, so is a mother. Our gift to a new family, is non judgmental support. This means there are no hard set rules on the support offered as it is holistic in nature. Each activity is aimed to help the family navigate through the early days of the baby's childhood. No family is the same, therefore cultural sensitivity is of the utmost importance.

Hi everyone I’m Ari! (she/they) I'm a Trained Full Spectrum Doula located in Philadelphia, PA. I’m dedicated to providing trauma-informed, client-centered, and affirming care for all. My background in art and passion for research motivate me to offer imaginative, evidence-based birth education and holistic support. To read testimonials from parents who have trusted me to be a part of their experience, follow this link: https://doulamatch.net/profile/34407/ari-eisen. As a birth doula, my focus is on prenatal education that centers physical, emotional, social, and spiritual factors impacting your pregnancy and parenthood journey. I'm here to support your unique vision for your birth experience and serve as your advocate in times of need. I understand that the bodymind is vulnerable and reactive to regimes of oppression. My goal is to uplift the innate beauty and strength of all bodies, with a focus on supporting LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC parents in navigating barriers to just medical care (though I work with parents of all identities). I am sensitive to the institutions and practices that contribute to poor maternal and birth outcomes and I maintain that anti-racism is essential to holistic carework. For years, I've engaged in embodiment practices such as yoga, meditation, and acupuncture to deepen my connection with bodymind intelligence and navigate my own chronic pain journey gracefully. Throughout my various doula trainings, I've upheld my values, which I'm eager to share with you. It would be an honor to be your guide and provide you with compassionate, radically inclusive support.

I am the agency director of Let Mommy Sleep Baltimore, which is proud to provide expert newborn care, night doula services, and overnight postpartum support to families in the Baltimore area. Whether you’re welcoming your first baby or are a seasoned parent, our team of night nannies, night nurses, and postpartum doulas is here to help.

Hi there! I'm Rae (Syreeta), I am a Full Spectrum Doula, Child Birth Educator, Mama, and The Founder of Cleo's Haven. After my experience, I decided it was time to start my journey of becoming Doula. Pregnancy and Birth is a life changing event that requires a special level of support. I believe we all have a right to a birthing experience that is free from trauma and suffering. As a doula my goal is to provide birthing mothers and persons with the tools to feel empowered while on this journey. 


I am a Postpartum Doula and Newborn Care Specialist with over 25 years in childcare and two children of my own. I have been exclusively working with infants since 2022 as an NCS and I have been a doula since 2025. I am a non-smoker, pet lover who absolutely adores babies and is committed to helping parents navigate the overwhelming and life-changing journey that is postpartum. I have all of my clearances, am fully vaccinated and boosted, have my CPR/AED and First Aid certification as well as my Postpartum Doula and NCS certification and insurance. Outside of snuggling babies, I am a former basketball coach and teacher. I stayed home with my kids for 9 years while I ran a girls travel basketball club. I am prompt, professional, trauma-informed and educated (I have a double bachelors and my law degree). I genuinely love this stage of my life and where infant care has taken me!

As a dedicated postpartum caregiver with over 10 years of experience, I specialize in supporting families during this transformative time. My background includes caring for infants, including NICU babies, and providing comprehensive postpartum recovery assistance. I offer overnight infant care, lactation support, and guidance on wound care, ensuring you have the ultimate support as you transition into parenthood. My mission is to empower families to embrace this new chapter with confidence and rest. Together, we can create a nurturing environment that allows you to focus on what truly matters—your family.

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!

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.

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.

My name is Felicia Williams, and I am the founder of Genny Elizabeth Doula Services. I am a proud mother of six daughters, and my journey through motherhood — especially my own postpartum experiences — is the driving force behind the care I provide to families. During my fourth trimester, I was surrounded by the love and support of my family — my village. That support allowed me the space to rest, heal, and step into motherhood with confidence. However, through my journey, I became deeply aware that not every mother has access to that kind of care. Many women enter postpartum life exhausted, overwhelmed, and without consistent support.

State certified, Philadelphia-based doula. I specialize in supporting working moms prepare for maternity leave, postpartum and proactively prepare for their eventual return to work after leave ends.

Shanti is often described by her peers as genuine, reliable, nurturing & supportive. These are also the qualities that make her a great doula. Her belief is that all women deserve a pregnancy & birthing experience rooted in education, advocacy, equity and holistic wellness. She will soon be a certified full spectrum doula and childbirth educator through Birthing Advocacy Doula Trainings. She studied Maternal & Child Health Education at Howard University. Shanti currently works as a Family Engagement Specialist at the Maternity Care Coalition in Philadelphia. ​ Her interests in this work began during the birth of her first niece when she was 9 years old. It was clear to her early on that she had a purpose in birthwork. She has supported hospital births as well as birth centers and assists both medicated and unmedicated births. When she isn’t working, Shanti is an avid traveller and loves the arts. She also enjoys being a dog mom, spending time with loved ones and staying active with yoga & dance. She is a fluent Spanish speaker and is currently learning French.

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.

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.

Trauma-Informed Birth & Postpartum Doula + Mind-Body Birth Support Specialist - serving sensitive souls, trauma survivors & diverse families with holistic, inclusive care. Virtual support worldwide | In-person in Philadelphia, Florida & travel throughout US I believe in care that meets you exactly where you are - honoring both the profound transformation and messy reality of reproductive experiences. As a Somatic Experiencing (SE) student with a psychology background, I offer trauma-informed doula care that integrates nervous system regulation and mind-body birth support. I go beyond logistics to support the emotional complexity, relationship dynamics, and identity shifts that accompany life-changing transitions. After navigating my own pregnancy experiences with minimal support and feeling dismissed by medical systems that couldn't hold the complexity of mind/body connection, I became passionate about offering the embodied, compassionate support I needed, but couldn't find. My approach centers on the emotional and relational complexities of becoming parents - drawing from over a decade of somatic-based, trauma-informed intimacy and relationship coaching to focus on the psychological and somatic shifts that come with growing a family. I specialize in supporting empaths, sensitive souls, cycle-breakers, LGBTQIA+ and non-traditional families, and those seeking heart-centered, evidence-based, identity-affirming care that honors their full humanity. Whether you're seeking birth doula support, postpartum care, pregnancy loss support, or prenatal preparation, I provide grounding support through nervous system regulation, practical advocacy, body-based somatic tools, and steady, non-judgmental presence that helps you stay connected to your identity and agency while navigating medical systems and profound personal transformation.

Hello everyone, my name is Fatima! I have been in the birthing world for a little over a year. I would love to say I chose this field, however it chose me! Being 1 or 6 girls, I had been to my fair share of births. I also battled with Postpartum depression, which lead me to doing postpartum work. I’ve serviced many family in the Philadelphia and surrounding areas. I am a mother too two! My favorite parts of my work, are being able to assist the families, as they navigate into their new norm! I assist with things such as helping the Birthing Parents advocate for themselves. Helping make Birth Plans and informed decisions. I want my families to feel confident in their abilities as they become new parents. I assist with thing like feedings, changing, light housekeeping and meal prep! Let’s connect!