Tana Murphy

Warwick, Rhode Island

Tana Murphy

7 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Encouragement you deserve for the nourishment they need!

Jocelyn Santos

East Providence, Rhode Island

Jocelyn Santos

9 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.

Rebecca Desa

East Providence, Rhode Island

Rebecca Desa

8 years of experience

My name is Rebecca. I have two little girls Scarlet and Emma who inspired me to become a Labor Doula. I loved birth so much that I decided to become a Childbirth Educator. I love supporting clients and their partners through pregnancy, labor, birth and postpartum.

Alyssa King

Fairhaven, Massachusetts

Alyssa King

4 years of experience

Hi! I am a certified birth doula, postpartum doula, certified VBAC specialist, pediatric physical therapist, babywearing specialist, cloth diaper educator, and mom of two. I combine my passion for all things pregnancy, birth, and babies with evidence-based knowledge and unbiased, non-judgmental support to make my clients feel prepared and supported in their journey through birth and parenthood. I love building meaningful relationships with my clients and customizing my support to precisely fit what the client needs. I utilize my knowledge of the physiological process of birth, and experience as a physical therapist to help my clients find comfort and relaxation through various comfort measures such as massage, positioning, affirmations, and guided breathing. I am constantly striving to learn more and broaden my experience to give back to my clients.

Marly Hinestroza

Middletown, Rhode Island

Marly Hinestroza

3 years of experience

¡Hola! I'm Marly and I'm a trained birth and postpartum doula currently working towards DONA certification. I am passionate about families and attachment, and always in awe of childbirth and babies. Through my work as a mental health therapist, I came to realize how precious birth and postpartum are in anchoring attachment. So here I am! A little about me - I'm a mom to three awesome little ladies, and wife to an active duty sailor. In my free time I like to read, nap and sometimes jog/run. Thank you for your consideration!

Maya Gutmann-McKenzie

Providence, Rhode Island

Maya Gutmann-McKenzie

5 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

6 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

4 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

3 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!

Ashley Geary

Foxborough, Massachusetts

5.0 (1 review)

Ashley Geary

5 years of experience

Ashley's journey into the realm of motherhood was marked by challenges, particularly with postpartum anxiety following the birth of her son. The experience, not aligning with her envisioned childbirth, significantly impacted her postpartum transition. This prompted Ashley to delve into the intricacies of childbirth, recognizing a pressing need for maternal support during both the birthing process and postpartum period.Motivated by her own transformative experience, Ashley decided to pursue a homebirth with her daughter, finally obtaining the birthing and postpartum support she had sought. This pivotal moment inspired her to undergo comprehensive training as a birth and postpartum doula. Ashley's commitment to her role is evident in her diverse training background, including certifications from CAPPA, Newborn Mothers Collective, and Birth Arts International. Ashley is currently undergoing training to become an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and is actively accepting clients under the guidance of her mentor. As part of her commitment to supporting mothers, Ashley extends special discounts for those opting for homebirth and for repeat birth clients.

Recent review

We had a great experience with Ashley! She was always available and able to help during both the prenatal and postpartum periods. Her questions were thoughtful and helped me think through our priorities, understand my anxieties, and offer great suggestions for both the birth and postpartum periods. Ashley was at my birth, which was really fast so there was not much time for anything, but she was great at helping my husband know how to be helpful during the birth and offered really good massage and lactation support. She knew my birth preferences front to back and was helpful as the go-between when necessary. She were especially good at calming me down while I was waiting to go into labor and offering tips to activate labor. She is a wealth of knowledge and a fabulous support system during such a vulnerable time.

- Glenn M.

Rachel Freedman

Bourne, Massachusetts

Rachel Freedman

4 years of experience

Hey, you! My name is Rachel Freedman and I’m here to help you with all things baby! I am a certified childbirth educator and doula! I fell in love with doula care due to its caring and relationship-driven nature. I am here for you, to be the helper that you need during this life-changing experience. My birth philosophy is that pregnancy, childbirth, and parenthood is the experience of a lifetime that you have the ability to shape. You are in charge of your pregnancy, your birth, and your baby. I am simply here to provide physical, emotional, and informational support that you desire.

Donna Hall

Stoughton, Massachusetts

Donna Hall

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello, my name is Donna Hall, I am a mother of three boys through natural birth. I am committed to empowering families through informed choices. I will be honored to work with you as a certified birth doula and provide both emotional and physical support. I welcome all moms to be and specialize with first time moms and teen moms. I stand by my moto, "bringing new life into the world with gentleness".

Cassie Vagianos

Bellingham, Massachusetts

Cassie Vagianos

6 years of experience

Hi I’m Cassie! Homeschooling mother of seven, here to support you with knowledge and compassion, and give you back the control in your birth!

Heather Lydon

Bellingham, Massachusetts

5.0 (1 review)

Heather Lydon

5 years of experience

Hi! My name is Heather and I’m a birth & postpartum doula out of Bellingham, MA. I have 2 young kids and was inspired in my own pregnancies and deliveries to become a family support worker during the incredible transition of welcoming home a new baby. My number one goal is advocating and educating the families I work with from day 1 so everyone can have the childbirth experience they deserve. I have been working as a doula for over a year and have served 7+ families as a doula and newborn care specialist during that time.

Recent review

I cannot say enough about Heather’s compassion and knowledge when it comes to pregnancy and postpartum care for both baby and mama. Throughout my pregnancy, Heather would check in on me to see how I was doing, and she checked in on me right away following my daughter’s birth. She provided a listening ear when I needed to share the scary bits of my birth story, and used her personal experiences to share advice and guidance. She is so dedicated to maternal health and is an amazing advocate and support person!

- Hallie W.

Rophe  Mason

Hanover, Massachusetts

Rophe Mason

6 years of experience
Accepts insurances

From an early age, Rophe was drawn to birth work and the beauty of the experience. Rophe is passionate about advocating for couples and giving them the education they need to make informed decisions to take charge of their births. She believes strongly in the beauty and strength of a women's body and its intended design for birth. Melissa’s earliest memory of delighting in the birth process was as a child visiting the Science Museum. She remembers watching videos, one of a mother dancing in her labor room, another surrounded by her young family, while another escaped into a birthing pool to focus inwardly. It was not until Melissa became a mother herself that she realized just how empowering the birth space can be.

Marcy Hendricks

Mashpee, Massachusetts

Marcy Hendricks

2 years of experience
Accepts insurances

As an indigenous person working as a lactation counselor, childbirth educator, birth doula and postpartum doula I offer unique opportunities to integrate traditional practices with contemporary support. In this experience, the doula role extends beyond the physical recovery and infant care; it requires cultural humility , respect for ancestral knowledge and recognition of the community’s values. This experience highlights that postpartum care is not one-size-fits-all model. The doula’s presence becomes a bridge between worlds-supporting modern postpartum practices while safeguarding cultural continuity. In conclusion, working with an indigenous doula ;has given me the responsibility to practice the cultural humility of my heritage, honor my traditional knowledge and provide holistic care. Such experiences that demonstrate support is most effective when it respects identity, empowers families and nurtures both body and spirit!

Amber Matteson

Weymouth, Massachusetts

Amber Matteson

9 years of experience

I am a queer full spectrum doula and childbirth educator. My mission is to serve and affirm all individuals and family constellations surrounding their pelvic & perinatal health by educating, supporting, and witnessing their journey.

Destiny Vidal

Boston, Massachusetts

5.0 (3 reviews)

Destiny Vidal

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

My mission is to empower and support families through their unique birth journeys by providing compassionate, knowledgeable, and personalized care. I am committed to creating safe, nurturing environments that honor each family’s values and choices, ensuring that every birth experience is positive and transformative.

Recent review

Destiny is a god send! We were both juggling demanding jobs and a new baby and she stepped in seamlessly. she cared for our newborn overnight, kept the kitchen and livivng areas clean. She also helped with meal prep! Her presence brought structure, peace, and joy to ehat could have been a chaotic time. She is professional, warm, and deeply committed to what she does.

- Maya W.

Erin Nabney

Boston, Massachusetts

5.0 (2 reviews)

Erin Nabney

3 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello! I'm Erin, The British Doula. I am a DONA International™ certified birth doula living in Roslindale, MA and practicing in the Greater Boston Area. To any pregnant woman reading this, I’d like to start off saying a huge congratulations! And thank you for considering me to join your support team. I'm originally from London, England, and I first became interested in birth work when I moved to the U.S. 8 years ago — I was so surprised at how different the cultural interpretations of birth are here compared to the U.K. About 4 years ago, I started reading and learning more about the different experiences of birth around the world, and I have never looked back!

Recent review

Erin is phenomenal--we would 100% recommend her! She is very knowledgeable, calm and highly supportive. She did an excellent job answering our questions and providing resources. We greatly appreciated her presence, support and advocacy at the hospital. My wife and I were very fortunate to have her as our doula.

- Mohamed M.

Jacqueline Laferriere

Framingham, Massachusetts

Jacqueline Laferriere

4 years of experience

Hello everyone! I am a full spectrum doula and I currently have availability to take on birth clients. I am very passionate about working with birthing people and babies. I received my full spectrum doula certification from Birthing Advocacy Doula Trainings in 2023 and I have been supporting families in this period of life for years. My experience is in doula care, infant day-care settings, nannying, non-profit work, and milk banking. My long term goal is to have an impact on marginalized communities. Doula care, especially support during the postpartum period, is seen as a luxury to many people, because it has become more inaccessible. I aim to serve all families and parents, especially those that are not always able to get the care that they need. I am also a certified breastfeeding specialist. Please check out my website here: https://www.fallingwaterdoulaservices.com. You can also email me at fallingwaterdoula@gmail.com. Thank you so much!