Jacqueline Dyer

New Hope, Pennsylvania

Jacqueline Dyer

4 years of experience

I‘m a mama of two, Jesus lover & your birth bestie! I primarily support home births, with select birth center/hospital care as well. I believe that women were created to give birth, and that peaceful birth leads to peaceful society. Let’s use the gift of our physiology to labor like our motherhood depends on it, because it does.

Tamara Wrenn

Harriman, New York

5.0 (2 reviews)

Tamara Wrenn

24 years of experience

I am a Kingdom focused woman with a heart for women’s health and well-being. For more than two decades I have worked with hundreds of women and families delivering childbirth education, doula support, and wellness education. My goal is to help women make informed decisions and advocate for a healthy pregnancy, birth preferences, postpartum recovery, positive parenting experience, and self-care that leads to well-being.

Recent review

I was a first time mom planning a natural birth when I decided I needed to find a level of expertise that could not only support me but my husband in our journey to natural birthing. I was blown away with the level of professionalism and knowledge Tamara was able to provide us. The classes were informative, creative and really allowed us to build a strong foundation in the process. By the end of the classes I felt very prepared and ready to embark on my journey. I would recommend this class to ANYONE who is looking for a great experience and wants to learn from someone that truly cares about your health and well-being. I can attribute my successful natural birthing experience to all of the positive tips, tricks and knowledge I was offered.

- Precious w.

Rita Buchanan

West Babylon, New York

Rita Buchanan

19 years of experience

Hello there !!! My name is Rita Buchanan and I am a birth Doula !! I have spent 17 years of my life working in Obstetrics and Gynecology. It was then when I realized my passion for birth work . Comforting , assisting and emotionally supporting woman and families has been very rewarding to me. As a former teen mom , now a mother of three and grandmother of two , I know how important it is to be a voice to those that feel unheard . To provide advocacy and hold space to those in need. To be apart of something much bigger than myself . This is my true calling . I love people and pray I get the chance to touch as many lives , through birth work and humanly possible. Every family I get to assist is my great joy ..

Sarina Harty

Peekskill, New York

Sarina Harty

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

As a birth and postpartum doula, I am honored to share my story with you. My commitment to supporting and empowering families during the transformative experience of childbirth is deeply rooted in my own origin story. I am originally from Laredo, Texas, a city on the Texas-Mexico border. Raised in Mexican-American upbringings, I grew up on the frontera, minutes from the border. I moved to New York City in 2009 to attend New York University’s Steinhardt’s School Counseling and Guidance program. After living in Manhattan and Queens, I moved to the suburbs, Peekskill, NY in 2020. My birth and postpartum doula journey began during 2022 when I recognized the need for comprehensive, inclusive and compassionate support for expectant parents. Drawing from my personal birth experience as a woman of color, a mother and extensive knowledge as a certified doula, I set out to create a space that celebrates the beauty and strength of childbirth. Thus, Mariposa Doula Care was born in 2022. Outside of my doula work, I am an avid advocate for immigration, holding space for the BIPOC community and dedicating time to community education. My devotion to fostering a positive birthing experience extends to empowering families with knowledge and resources, ensuring they embark on their parenting journey with confidence. When not immersed in the world of birth and postpartum care, I enjoy spending time with my husband and daughter and discovering new outdoor spots in Westchester County. I aim to provide doula care to all families, all backgrounds including but not limited to: BIPOC, single parents, LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent families.

Megan Mendoza

Darien, Connecticut

Megan Mendoza

5 years of experience

My name is Megan Mendoza, I’m a birth doula and am passionate about educating birthing people and helping them learn about their options when it comes to childbirth and postpartum. I have an incredible husband, David. Together we have two amazing and very energetic little boys Grover and August, and a sweet heart of a dog Lola. As a family we love to hike and travel as much as we can. While I was pregnant with our second (August) we traveled full time in a school bus converted into a tiny house. This is when I really found my voice to advocate for myself. Everyone thought (and told us several times!) that we were crazy for having a young toddler and expanding our family while we didn’t have a "typical" house. But I knew that it was possible and that I was going to have the birth I had dreamed about. A few months later I was able to have an empowered V-BAC birth. Through this experience I discovered my love for helping women find their own voices and to help advocate for themselves to have the empowered births they desire, whatever that may be.

Ayesha Rahman

Northport, New York

4.2 (5 reviews)

Ayesha Rahman

4 years of experience

Ayesha is a certified doula and childbirth educator. She provides childbirth education to all her clients upon hire. Each client has different needs; therefore, she is willing to adjust and tailor each contract individually based on what support is needed. The services provided include pregnancy support, labor and delivery support, and postpartum support. For pregnancy support, Ayesha is available 24/7 upon hire to answer any non-medical questions. Ex- what to expect at doctor appointments. She also has personal experience with 2 pregnancies. For labor and delivery support, Ayesha can provide education and coping strategies for pain management and relaxation. Ex- positive affirmations, positioning, massages. She is a strong advocate for her clients and can communicate her clients’ preferences to others if needed. This is due to her experience working with nurses in her previous corporate job as a healthcare recruiter. For postpartum support, Ayesha can provide emotional companionship. Her postpartum services are similar to a “mommy’s helper” where she can do laundry, groceries, and/or babysit if needed as requested by the client.

Recent review

I can't say enough wonderful things about my friend Ayesha Rahman as a doula. From the moment I met her, it was clear she was passionate about supporting mothers through one of the most transformative experiences of their lives. Her calming presence, extensive knowledge, and genuine care make her an invaluable asset during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. She goes above and beyond to ensure her clients feel empowered, informed, and supported every step of the way. When I was pregnant my second child, she would give me advice on my labor and delivery to make me feel more comfortable with the whole process. Our children were roughly the same age. She gave me a lot of support throughout pregnancy and made me feel calm about my birth plan decisions. I highly recommend Ayesha to anyone seeking a compassionate and skilled doula.

- Maira G.

Desiree Morgan

Levittown, Pennsylvania

Desiree Morgan

8 years of experience

Hello! My name is Desiree, I’m a certified doula and childbirth educator. Passionate about helping new and expecting families have a peaceful and informative birthing experience.

Taylor Pellicane-Ruggiero

East Northport, New York

Taylor Pellicane-Ruggiero

3 years of experience

Mom of 3 looking to provide support for all on their birth journey. Birth is beautiful. Here to help, hold, heal & honor Mom, baby & Partner throughout Motherhood

Allison Petrides

New Canaan, Connecticut

Allison Petrides

7 years of experience

After birthing three children within a time span of five years, I couldn't help but recognize how overwhelming pregnancy, childbirth and parenting in general can be. I also had an unfavorable birthing experience with my first child. I was young, under-supported with financially limited options and felt "under-qualified" to be part of labor and delivery decision making. I simply left everything up to my obstetrician. I was told what to do and what not to do, what to take, where to go and even when to push. I was rarely asked for consent, but rather told what they were doing to me as they decided to do it. It all felt so clinical, as if I was in the hospital due to an illness rather than a healthy, natural event. I felt lonely, helpless and scared for three days straight. Needless to say, the experience left me wondering what could have been done differently and what choices each pregnant mother has to create a more empowered, positive birthing experience. ​ The moment I discovered doula work, it gave me a sense of relief learning that our society has a support system specially geared for the mother to be guided and assisted through this journey. I personally feel that our culture has brainwashed us to believe that childbirth is simply a painful burden to endure. (Cue television and movie clips where the laboring woman is screaming bloody murder and everyone is rushing around her as if there is a scary emergency to be remedied.) However, with the right knowledge and support, there can be such beauty and empowerment that comes with knowing all of your choices and feeling in control while fully trusting that your body has the capability and the strength to do exactly what it's meant to do - create new life and make miracles happen. ​ I am a certified labor doula (CLD) and certified postpartum doula (CPD) through CAPPA (Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association). I actively attend workshops, courses and continuing education classes on childbirth, hypnobirthing, fetal positioning, breastfeeding, postpartum, baby care basics and holding space for pregnancy loss in the Fairfield County, CT area. I am also Certified in Usui Reiki Levels I & II. ​ I am passionate about childbirth and I work incredibly hard to ensure that my clients have a positive and memorable birth experience however they may envision that to look like. My goal is for you to feel informed, respected and for your voice to be heard by your birthing team in your chosen birth environment.

Shantel Taylor

Brentwood, New York

Shantel Taylor

7 years of experience

As the founder and CEO of Doula S.M.I.L.E., my heart is dedicated to supporting and uplifting families during one of life’s most transformative experiences. I am a trained birth and postpartum doula through DONA International and a Certified Lactation Counselor. My goal is to help you achieve the birth and postpartum experience you’ve always dreamed of, surrounded by warmth and understanding.

Lauralee Lightwood-Mater

Bedminster Township, Pennsylvania

Lauralee Lightwood-Mater

8 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am passionate about supporting families through pregnancy, labor & birth as a birth doula. I provide prenatal childbirth education to all clients, making sure that everyone approaches childbirth with the basic understanding of what's going on internally, and how to work WITH your body's natural hormones, not against them, to get the best birthing experience possible. I support birth wherever it happens (home, hospital, or birthing center) and am especially passionate about supporting VBACs and home births.

Sarah Gallagher

Berkeley Township, New Jersey

5.0 (1 review)

Sarah Gallagher

12 years of experience

Hi there! My name is Sarah and I am a certified birth and postpartum doula. I am located in Central Jersey. Supporting families through the vulnerable time of birth and postpartum is something I am incredibly passionate about. I believe all families deserve to be supported. I am here to empower all families, from LGBTQ to teen moms, as they navigate through this beautiful process. I attend all births, from cesarean section to homebirth. I am CPR certified as well as working through nursing school with the end goal of being a midwife. Additionally, I am in the honors society for school as well. From doula to nursing, I put my whole heart in providing an amazing experience.

Recent review

Sarah was an excellent addition to our birth team! I could not have had a vaginal birth without her. She was compassionate, knowledgeable and so attentive. She made me feel supported and listened to. I truly cannot recommend Sarah enough

- Ashley K.

Anna Christensen

Doylestown, Pennsylvania

Anna Christensen

Hi, I'm Anna. I'm a birth and postpartum doula in Bucks County, PA. I love creating a calm and positive atmosphere for laboring and birth, and supporting you in whatever birth plan works best for you. I will be there every step of the way to gently coach you, encourage you, and help you connect with your innate strength as a woman. During postpartum, my goal is to make you feel nurtured, supported and cared for, so you can be your best self. Because I believe a happy, healthy mom leads to a happy family.

Natalie Scantlebury

Eddington, Pennsylvania

Natalie Scantlebury

3 years of experience

I’m Natalie, founder of Loops & Kisses Doula Services. I provide intentional, holistic, and culturally attuned support for families who want to feel safe, seen, and in control of their birth and postpartum journey. My approach blends evidence-based information, intuitive care, and hands-on support so you’re not just surviving these transitions, you’re moving through them with confidence and clarity. Whether it’s building a birth plan that reflects your vision, creating space for rest and healing in postpartum, or helping you navigate conversations with your care team, I’m here to protect your autonomy, center your voice, and hold space for your lived experiences.

Kwai Loray

Newburgh, New York

Kwai Loray

2 years of experience

Giving back to the community are crucial stepping stones to Doula work! We are looking for pregnant or post partum women to care for FREE in orange county area ! 💕 all are welcome! Stay blessed and safe 💕 Lotus In Bloom Doula LLC Email @lotusinbloom333@gmail.com Insta @lotus_in_bloom_llc

Tiffany Holmes

Newburgh, New York

5.0 (6 reviews)

Tiffany Holmes

6 years of experience

I am a mama of 3, deeply devoted to the sacred work of supporting women during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Birth is my passion, my calling, my ministry—it is a profound honor to walk alongside women during this very transformational time. I believe that our bodies are designed for birth and that women should hold ultimate authority over their birth experience. My mission is to help women recognize their innate power, trust their instincts, and choose aligned support that empowers them to have a positive experience. As a woman who has experienced birth trauma within the system, I hold space for other women to process and heal from their own stories. I guide women in peeling back the layers of trauma and fear, helping them find their voice, reclaim their power, and birth on their terms. Whether you’re preparing for birth, navigating postpartum, or seeking healing after birth trauma, I am here to serve you. Birth is sacred, and every woman deserves to feel supported, seen, and powerful on her journey.

Recent review

Do not know how I couldve done it without you Tiff. You are so amazing. Thank youfor helping me to believe in myself even when I didnt think I could keep going.

- Layla D.

Bibi Lorenzetti

Newburgh, New York

Bibi Lorenzetti

6 years of experience

Bibi is a Mother, DONA Birth Doula, Postpartum Ayudoula, Yoga Teacher and a Health Coach based in the Hudson Valley, where she runs a sweet home yoga studio. Her work is rooted in years of experience supporting women from all paths of life and her own empowering, deeply transformative birth experience which sparked her calling to support other women on the journey of pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Her passion for and knowledge of the pregnant woman’s physiology inform her well rounded practice. Bibi brings passion, encouragement and nourishing energy to all women that cross her path, empowering them through the most magical, difficult moments of labor and birth. She believes that pregnancy and birth are vital to the physical, emotional and spiritual health of children, parents, and our society as a whole and that the bond between children and their parents begins in the womb. The scope of her work is to create a strong foundation for pregnancy, birth and the postpartum time, through yoga, ayurvedic self care practices, nutrition and birth support. She offers a non-judgemental, hands-on, compassionate, calming presence. Her work includes partner coaching, breathing & relaxation techniques, birth art, comfort measures, emotional support and a willingness to serve as her clients find their way through their birth journey. She believes a positive birth experience ignites the flame for empowerment, and is available to all. Being aware of one’s own fears and replacing them with knowledge and resilience to build confidence in one’s own strength and courage is a key element to the process. As your doula she outlines the ‘birth roadmap’ and gives you the tools to gracefully embrace the unique unpredictable nature of birth. “I’m here to hold your hand so you may navigate the deep acceptance that birth requires and the profoundly important transition into motherhood with ease. My wish is to help you live and create a birth story that you can keep as the most profound memory for years to come”. For more also visit bibilorenzetti.com

Nicole Kristensen

Brewster, New York

5.0 (1 review)

Nicole Kristensen

3 years of experience

As a Catholic doula and wellness coach, I help Catholic moms achieve holiness through a body, mind, and soul approach to pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. I offer prayerful pregnancy planning and coaching through a uniquely faith-based lens, physically support and pray with mamas during labor as a birth doula, and continue to walk with them through postpartum doula services and ongoing wellness coaching rooted in God's design for your body. My Philosophy: - Pregnancy, labor, and postpartum are an experience of God and a call to holiness. - A mother's voice should ALWAYS be respected in her pregnancy, birth, and motherhood. - No mother should have to do all of this alone - physical and prayerful support changes everything. - Fitness and wellness for mothers is less about achieving standards and more about maintaining balance so we can better serve our families.

Recent review

We had Nicole help us adjust to life with the baby as soon as we came home with our newborn from the hospital. She is very professional and helped us a lot in our early days with the baby - she was an amazing resource for us as new parents. While she helped us with baby laundry, bathing (she gave our baby the first bath, so we watched and learned) , cooking ( she is an amazing cook) , tidying up our house, baby care guidance, more importantly she gave us the confidence that we can do it ourselves! If it was nt for our babies grandparents living with us now, we would have definitely asked Nicole to come back for longer! She was amazing - Thanks Nicole!

- Nilu G.

Elizabeth Casasnovas-Calderon

Beacon, New York

Elizabeth Casasnovas-Calderon

16 years of experience

Birth doula for 15 years, 360 births attended. DONA International doula initially trained by Debra Pascali-Bonaro (Orgasmic Birth), Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), Lamaze Childbirth Educator, supporting high risk pregnancies: VBACS, Advanced maternal age & more. Placenta encapsulation services. Hypnobirthing doula. Spinning Babies. Yoga Teacher. Reclaiming ancestral birth practices for healing and sealing the birth journey with postpartum sobadas and closing of the bones ceremony.