Edwige Jean

Boston, Massachusetts

Edwige Jean

7 years of experience

My name is Edwige, I am a dedicated professional with a BS in Maternal Child Health specializing in Human Lactation. With over 15+ years of experience in OB/GYN, I also provide in-patient and out-patient Lactation support. Breastfeeding is natural but is not always an easy process for some. I love empowering parents with essential knowledge to support their baby's feeding journey and help them reach their feeding goals.

Lauren Bolton

Quincy, Massachusetts

Lauren Bolton

6 years of experience

Hello, my name is Lauren and I am a birth and postpartum doula as well as bereavement. I am also a new parent educator and a childbirth educator. I love working with families and all aspects of preparing for your childbirth journey. I also have experience with Nicu postpartum care.

Loreal Drayton

Worcester, Massachusetts

Loreal Drayton

2 years of experience

I’m a mommy, a doula, and a human services graduate with a deep passion for supporting families through every stage of their birth journey. My role is to empower you during some of the most intimate, vulnerable, and transformative moments of your life — from pregnancy and birth to the postpartum experience.

Yaffa Garber Tilles

Newton, Massachusetts

5.0 (1 review)

Yaffa Garber Tilles

13 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

Boston, Massachusetts

4.6 (9 reviews)

Jade' Gray

13 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.

Laura Miranda

Newton, Massachusetts

5.0 (1 review)

Laura Miranda

17 years of experience

Hello! I am an experienced newborn care specialist, postpartum doula and sleep consultant.

Recent review

We used Laura as a baby nurse for our twins for 4 months. She is an absolute expert. She got our twins on a great schedule that we were able to follow as we weaned off full time care and they were sleeping through the night by 3 months. I recommend her highly.

- Anna M.

Christie Ziomek

Duxbury, Massachusetts

5.0 (1 review)

Christie Ziomek

2 years of experience

Hi! I am Christie Ziomek, BS, IBCLC - the face behind Flourish Feeding. I am a Mom to two wild boys, a Degreed Nutritionist and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. My mission as a Lactation Consultant is to provide an inclusive and safe space where parents can find a sense of calm and confidence. My goal is to help you feel empowered to follow your feeding goals that are best for your family and lifestyle. There is no one sized fits all answer to infant feeding. I believe it takes two (parent and baby) to find the right feeding solution and every families journey has their own twists and turns along the way. When I am not with you, you can find me by the beach, running, gardening, doing crafts or having dance parties with the kids or taking on too many DIY home projects. I am here to help you and your baby thrive and flourish through your journey!

Recent review

Christie is nurturing, compassionate, and caring in her approach to supporting moms and babies’ feeding needs. She truly has your best interest in mind and is flexible working to tailor a plan that meets your specific situation, needs and desires. You can trust Christie to provide you the expertise and resources to make effective changes that help you and your baby thrive and instill confidence in you when you’re at your most vulnerable. Christie’s support has made a big difference in my life and I can’t recommend her enough!

- Kara P.

Smitha Gudapakkam

Shrewsbury, Massachusetts

Smitha Gudapakkam

3 years of experience
Accepts insurances

My name is Smitha Gudapakkam and I am a CAPPA-certified postpartum doula passionate about supporting mothers during one of life's most transformative periods. My doula style is empathetic, observant, and empowering—I'm dedicated to truly seeing mothers and validating their experiences, especially those who feel overlooked or dismissed. There's nothing more rewarding than witnessing that moment when a mother feels truly validated about her struggles and realizes that these postpartum-related challenges can be addressed. I provide comprehensive support for both your physical recovery and mental health journey. Whether you're navigating healing from birth, adjusting to feeding challenges, dealing with sleep deprivation, or working through the emotional shifts that come with new motherhood, I'm here to guide and support you every step of the way. Drawing from my Indian heritage, I bring time-honored nourishing practices and cultural wisdom that nurture both body and mind to complement modern postpartum care. As a mother myself to an incredible daughter who inspires me daily, I understand firsthand the beautiful complexity of early motherhood—the overwhelming love mixed with unexpected challenges, the need for both practical support and emotional validation. My personal journey through postpartum, combined with my professional training, allows me to offer you both the expertise of a certified doula and the understanding of someone who's walked this path. I'm here to help you navigate this amazing journey with confidence, knowing you have someone in your corner who truly gets it.

Shantel Collins

Worcester, Massachusetts

Shantel Collins

5 years of experience
Accepts insurances

It is my pleasure to serve as a doula with love for my neighbor, respect for the philology of birth, and pride in my community. I am here to assist birthing parents and partners with receiving the prenatal and postpartum care they deserve, and to assist with protecting the memories of pregnancy and birth.

Myriam Lukoff

Worcester, Massachusetts

Myriam Lukoff

3 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Myriam Lukoff, a native French speaker originally from Montreal is a compassionate doula and trained in Spinning Babies now living in Shrewsbury. With a degree in physiology from McGill University and over two decades experience in early childhood education, she integrates her knowledge and passion working with families towards a profound dedication in accompanying mothers on their unique childbirth journey. Myriam strives to empower women discovering and embracing their innate strength during pregnancy, childbirth and beyond. She blends cultural sensitivity with unwavering support, ensuring every mother's voice is heard and honored. Her desire to become a doula was a result of how remarkably different and transformative each of her personal childbirth experiences were. Her volunteer work with organizations such as JFCS’s ‘Journey to Safety’ has deepened her commitment towards women feeling empowered, including those affected by domestic violence, highlighting her commitment to the safety and wellbeing of mothers and their children. Beyond her doula role, Myriam is a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She loves reading novels, playing the piano and spending time with her family.

Carly Matzke Nguyen

Worcester, Massachusetts

Carly Matzke Nguyen

2 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am a birth doula trained by Warm Welcome Birth Services. I am a registered MassHealth provider, which means if you are a member, my services will be covered by state insurance. Informed by my experience seeing the homebirths of my two younger siblings (and being born at home with a midwife myself), I believe that everyone giving birth deserves to feel seen, heard, and respected, no matter where they give birth. In my work, I value autonomy and informed consent. I am committed to providing trauma-informed, inclusive, and justice-oriented care for all, including people of color, queer and trans folks, disabled people, and those belonging to all types of family structures. I'm also happy to talk about how to center faith/spirituality in birthing experiences!

Brittany Thomez

Westerly, Rhode Island

Brittany Thomez

3 years of experience

Hello! I am a recent graduate of Eyla Cuenca's Uncovering Birth's (www.uncoveringbirth.com) Mastercourse in doula training and I am eager to support expecting mothers. I believe that having a empowered birth experience will lead to a mindful and loving life for not only the mother, but her family and generations to come. I began LIFEVINE in 2012 and have been supporting families as a nanny, caregiver and business owner for years and look forward to this next phase of service reaching expecting mothers. I am currently in Rhode Island, but am available to travel to Connecticut, Massachusetts and New York.

Katie Panzer

Boston, Massachusetts

Katie Panzer

2 years of experience

hi!

Kayanna James

Worcester, Massachusetts

5.0 (2 reviews)

Kayanna James

Accepts insurances

As a dedicated advocate, passionate follower of God, and accomplished entrepreneur, I find joy in bringing people together. By day, I’m a writer and aspiring politician; by night, I’m a compassionate doula supporting families through transformative moments. Rooted in a deep love for community, I actively engage with organizations that empower women and girls, connecting them to vital resources and opportunities. Birth is a transformative journey that deeply affects an individual on emotional, physical, and spiritual levels. I believe that preparing for and experiencing birth empowers and illuminates not only women, but everyone involved in the process.

Recent review

I honestly can’t say enough great things about Doula Kayanna James. She was recommended to me by a family member, and from the very first conversation, I could tell why she’s so loved and respected in the community. From start to finish, she was such a calming, supportive presence throughout my pregnancy and birth experience. Kayanna went above and beyond to make sure I felt prepared, confident, and cared for. She signed me up for classes that taught me so much about labor and what to expect as a first-time mom, things I would have never known otherwise. When it came time to give birth, she was right there with me, offering amazing tips and techniques to help me cope through the pain and stay focused. Her voice, her encouragement, and her gentle guidance helped me stay grounded through every contraction. What really stood out to me was how much she truly cares. She checked in on me before and after the birth, making sure I was healing well and adjusting to motherhood. It didn’t feel like I was working with a service; it felt like I had someone in my corner who genuinely wanted the best for me and my baby. If you’re thinking about having a doula, I can’t recommend Kayanna James enough. She’s knowledgeable, compassionate, and truly dedicated to the families she supports. You can tell she loves what she does, and it shows in every way. I’m beyond grateful for her guidance and care, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

- Sybrina D.

Margo Jones

Brookline, Massachusetts

Margo Jones

9 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I’m a compassionate lactation provider offering both virtual and in home consultations. There are so many factors within both the breastfeeding parent and baby that can impact the experience. I also practice infant craniosacral therapy, which is a very gentle manual therapy that can help release tension in the baby and optimize function for breastfeeding. I especially love offering continual care over the course of the breastfeeding journey. I am in network with Aetna, Mass General Brigham, United and Cigna.

Deu Almeida

Boston, Massachusetts

Deu Almeida

8 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.

Katie Flaherty

Marshfield, Massachusetts

Katie Flaherty

15 years of experience

I'm Katie Flaherty! I'm a mom to two girls, registered nurse, and international board certified lactation consultant. I worked in the pediatric space for almost 10 years prior to becoming a lactation consultant in 2017. My mission is to provide new and expectant parents with the support and education they need to make informed decisions about feeding. I believe there is NO wrong way to feed your baby and there are so many tools we can use in our journey! I am passionate about maternal mental health and helping families navigate this postpartum time.

Shannon Outchcunis

Bourne, Massachusetts

Shannon Outchcunis

11 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.

Sharla Lloyd Halperin

Boston, Massachusetts

5.0 (3 reviews)

Sharla Lloyd Halperin

29 years of experience
Accepts insurances

It's said that breastfeeding a baby is the most natural thing in the world, but it doesn't always come naturally. Like many new parents, I experienced a few challenges while breastfeeding my own children. I want to help others avoid or overcome similar difficulties, if possible. The nursing dyad is such a special relationship and I want as many people as possible to get a chance to experience it. Here in America, lactation consultants are often the only health professional visiting a new family in their home, and sometimes we are the only health care worker seeing a new mom in the first six weeks postpartum. I feel really lucky to be one of the first people to meet the new baby! An IBCLC is a unique professional for your family's unique needs. We are small parts sister, friend, nurse, doula, nutritionist, therapist, parenting coach, biology teacher, and detective! We are an important part of your postpartum support system!

Recent review

Working with Sharla has been a game changing experience for my family as we navigate the challenges feeding our newborn. She is warm and engaging with the ability to demystify a complicated and pressure filled subject. After both initial and follow up appointments we have been left feeling well take care of and well prepared.

- Phil G.