Birth Savvy

Boston, Massachusetts

Birth Savvy

16 years of experience

Hi, we are Anna and Ashley, Registered Nurses specializing in High Risk Obstetrics and founders Of Birth Savvy LLC. Meet Ashley RN, BSN My career began in pediatric primary care and community health, but my true passion led me to Labor & Delivery in 2015. For several years, I worked at one of Boston’s top institutions, caring for high-risk and critically ill birthing patients. I was driven to expand my expertise beyond the delivery room—supporting families holistically throughout their entire pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience. In 2021, I transitioned into Maternal Fetal Medicine, deepening my knowledge of complex pregnancies and high-risk care. My mission is to provide a culturally competent, integrated approach that nurtures both physical and emotional well-being. Beyond my professional experience, I’ve personally navigated a high-risk pregnancy and birth—a journey that sparked my Aha! moment: knowledge, paired with unwavering support, is the true key to empowerment in the perinatal and postpartum experience. That realization led me to create Birth Savvy, because every birthing person deserves high-quality education, autonomy, and confidence. I mix humor, encouragement, and real talk to help parents connect mind and body, fuel inner strength, and embrace birth without fear. I’m a Spinning Babies® Aware Practitioner, Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor, and trained in perinatal mental health. When I’m not empowering families, you’ll find me traveling, watching action movies, enjoying great food, listening to music, and, of course, being a mom! Meet Anna RN, MSN I’m Anna, a dedicated OB nurse with over 13 years of experience in labor and delivery, postpartum, antepartum, abortion care, and Maternal Fetal Medicine. My passion for childbirth started early, inspired by my grandmother’s stories shared around the dinner table. From the moment I stepped into nursing, I knew supporting families through pregnancy and birth was my calling. Beyond hospital-based care, I earned a Master’s in Public Health and worked in community health, providing vital reproductive care and family planning services. As a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), Spinning Babies® Aware Practitioner, and Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C) specialist, I bring a holistic and evidence-based approach to every birth experience. My goal is to help families feel calm, confident, and in control, no matter their journey. I founded Birth Savvy because the greatest joy in my career has been guiding parents toward empowered, informed choices—no matter how complex their situation may be. When I’m not working, you’ll find me cooking, traveling, re-learning piano, or tackling endless home improvement projects!

Marsha Montgomery

Boston, Massachusetts

5.0 (2 reviews)

Marsha Montgomery

32 years of experience
Accepts insurances

With over 30 years of experience in child care—including 16 years as a center director—I began my work as a postpartum doula in 2018. As a mom of three grown children (including two retired service members) and a proud new grandmother, I bring both professional expertise and personal insight to every family I support. I love helping new moms navigate the fourth trimester with confidence, combining my training and hands-on experience to make a meaningful difference in their transition. Supporting families during this special time is truly my passion. I’m here to answer your questions and walk alongside you on this beautiful journey.

Recent review

Discovering Blissful Sleep was a game-changer for me as a second-time mom. After struggling with months of sleep deprivation during my first postpartum experience, I wish I had met Marsha and her team sooner. They truly gave me the gift of sleep and restored my sanity during those early months. One of the most invaluable aspects of their service was the emotional support they provided. With no family nearby, their team became like an extended family for me. The care providers assigned to us were not only highly professional but also compassionate and understanding. They essentially took care of me as much as they did my baby - they listened to my concerns, offered practical advice, and were a constant sounding board throughout our first few months. I was impressed by their punctuality and reliability. They were always on time for appointments and their communication was clear and responsive. This professionalism instilled confidence in their services and made the entire experience stress-free. I wholeheartedly recommend Blissful Sleep to anyone expecting a baby. Whether you're a first-time parent or navigating the challenges of newborn parenthood again, their expertise and support are invaluable. They tailor their approach to fit your family's unique needs, ensuring you feel empowered and well-supported during this transformative time. In summary, Blissful Sleep exceeded my expectations in every way. Thanks to their guidance, my baby sleeps through the night! If you're looking for compassionate, professional, and effective sleep support, look no further than Blissful Sleep.

- Angela P.

Jade' Gray-Gray

Boston, Massachusetts

4.6 (9 reviews)

Jade' Gray-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.

Marissa Hathaway

Boxford, Massachusetts

Marissa Hathaway

6 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Trauma-informed, choice-inclusive, evidence-based doula, childbirth educator, photographer, and agency owner, providing support from infertility/TTC through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

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.

Rebekah Milette

Danvers, Massachusetts

5.0 (1 review)

Rebekah Milette

7 years of experience

Throughout the 26-year journey of raising my sons, and being a nanny and caregiver, I have gained knowledge, skill and wisdom. I desire to teach, help and support new moms as they “find their inner mama”. I am there to teach new parents how to care for, soothe, breastfeed, read “cues” and feel confident and comfortable in the care of their babies. As a postpartum doula, my desire is for families to ease into the huge life change of adding a newborn as smoothly as possible, whether it’s their first baby or their fifth, since each child holds it own challenge, and the needs of families ebb and flow with a new child. My heart is to support families in a non-judgmental way in all their needs, whether it’s sleep, advice, holding the baby, helping the baby sleep, preparing a nourishing soup, folding laundry, helping you find resources in your local community, or just being a veteran mom who will listen as you process all the emotions of your transition into motherhood.

Recent review

I don't know where our family would be without Rebekah's postpartum support! On a typical day, Rebekah will watch the baby while I get a good nap. She'll often cook a healthy snack or make dinner for us to reheat later. She is also a baby & breastfeeding expert and has so much knowledge to share. She has so many good tips about everything from nursing positions to diaper changes to managing sleep. Getting through this tough newborn phase has been so much easier with her guidance!

- Andria C.

Sara Epstein

Sharon, Massachusetts

Sara Epstein

20 years of experience

Nurturing evidence based care focusing on listening to the mother's/couple's birth vision and needs and assisting in the manifestation of a positive birth experience offering comfort measures, optimal fetal positioning (spinning babies!), breath strategies, information and encouragement. Hospital, Home Birth, VBAC, Water Birth, Hypnobirting, 40+ pregnancy and Lactation Counseling

Rachel Brandes

Northampton, Massachusetts

5.0 (2 reviews)

Rachel Brandes

2 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi everyone, I am Rachel, a Full-Spectrum Doula. I am a Queer Woman with a deep passion for reproductive justice. I'm a warm, empathetic, and bubbly person who thrives on matching people’s energy and meeting them exactly where they are in their birth and postpartum journey. I love supporting and empowering individuals to have the birth experience that aligns with their needs, desires, and values. I perform as a dancer in the Boston area and love learning about people’s favorite forms of self-expression. I encourage movement throughout pregnancy and postpartum and offers fun, easy movements inspired by my dance experience. I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Human Service Studies from Elon University and have worked a variety of roles, from waitressing and gymnastics coaching to being a domestic violence advocate, and a Doula. Looking forward to connecting:)

Recent review

I am incredibly grateful for the care Rachel provided during my labor and delivery. My labor lasted almost 24 hours, and she stayed by my side the entire time with unwavering support. She was encouraging, gentle, and completely authentic in every moment.

- Anonymous

Isabelle Peabody

Beverly, Massachusetts

5.0 (3 reviews)

Isabelle Peabody

14 years of experience

My name is Isabelle Peabody and I am a DONA Certified doula with over 10 year of experience. I absolutely love helping women and their families. My main goal is to bring joy and a sense of calm and the highest quality of care to my clients during pregnancy, birth and beyond.

Recent review

Isabelle was a wonderful night nanny for us with my first child. She provided invaluable advice about slowly training our daughter to sleep fully through the night and getting her down earlier. She was also an incredible resource for advice about feeding and general baby care, especially as we were dealing with challenges of lots of spitting it up. We cherished the nights she was with us - we knew our daughter was safe and well cared for, that we would get a great night of sleep (just what we needed), and for the thoughtful advice she provided.

- Regan M.

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.

Stellina Ferri

North Attleborough, Massachusetts

5.0 (1 review)

Stellina Ferri

5 years of experience

Hi there! My name is Stellina, and I'm a pediatric sleep trainer based in Boston. I'm passionate about helping families achieve the peaceful nights they deserve. Whether you're struggling with bedtime routines, night wakings, or nap schedules, I'm here to help. I offer personalized sleep plans tailored to your family's unique needs. When working with me, I create a plan that fits your lifestyle while achieving your desired sleep results. We start by discussing your goals on a 15-minute free evaluation call. During our call, we'll get to know each other and talk through your sleep concerns. After the call, you'll have the resources you need to get started and the relief that I will show you the way. I look forward to helping you and your family get the rest you deserve!

Recent review

Got my twins sleeping through the night in under weeks! Amazing service. Highly reccomend.

- Stella S.

Oluwakemi Okufuwa

Braintree, Massachusetts

Oluwakemi Okufuwa

2 years of experience
Accepts insurances

At Labor of love,we are here to support you all the way through your journey,it's about advocacy,helping you find your voice,making sure you're heard and it's all about you. Every birth is sacred and every Mother powerful.

LUCIANA GERRISH

Beverly, Massachusetts

5.0 (3 reviews)

LUCIANA GERRISH

11 years of experience

I am a Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula with over 10 years of experience providing expert care to newborns and supporting families during the critical first weeks and months of life. With specialized training in newborn development, sleep conditioning, feeding (including breastfeeding support and bottle feeding), and postpartum family care, I bring calm, confidence, and compassion into every home. Known for my gentle, nurturing approach and deep understanding of infant needs, I work closely with parents to establish healthy routines, ensure safe sleep practices, and support a smooth transition into parenthood. Whether working with first-time parents or growing families, I tailor my care to each family's unique needs and values. I am certified in Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and First Aid, and I am up to date on all vaccinations. As a double-certified Newborn Care Specialist and certified Postpartum Doula, I am committed to the highest standards of newborn care and professional integrity. I am also approved by carrot fertility.

Recent review

I am writing to highly recommend Luciana Gerrish as a Newborn Care Specialist. Luciana began working with our family when our son was 1 week old in the Summer of 2023. My husband and I were overwhelmed with caring for our new baby in addition to our 4 year old daughter, and Luciana stepped in and put us at ease immediately. We “clicked” right away, as Luciana was warm and confident. I could tell immediately by the way she picked our son up and spoke to him that she loved her job, which made it easier to go to sleep while she was looking after him. Luciana always arrived each night a few minutes before her shift started at 9 pm, so that we could fill her in on our day and she could answer any questions we had. We settled in to sleep knowing our son was in excellent hands. We trusted her fully and were able to sleep well because of this. In the morning, Luciana would either have the baby asleep for us when we woke up, or, if he was awake, she would be playing with him sweetly. Bottles were sanitized and ready for the day, and she shared a detailed recap of the prior night. Our 4 year old daughter loved seeing Luciana in the morning, and was jealous Luciana was only there for the baby because she was so kind to her! Having Luciana work with your family is like having a personal baby expert available to you, who can help you maximize sleep and feeding routines in a loving way. Getting sleep after a busy day with two kids was a gift, and she made it easy! She was with us for four months, and then our son was sleeping from 6:30 pm-6:00 am (we credit her with this great sleep), so we no longer needed her help. It was bittersweet to no longer see her each night, but we are so grateful for her loving care of our son. While Luciana’s impact on our family can’t possibly be summarized on paper, I hope you will infer how wonderful she is from this letter. Hiring Luciana was the best decision!

- ANDREA R.

Erin Conlon

Mansfield, Massachusetts

Erin Conlon

26 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello! I am a certified Newborn Care Specialist, certified through Newborn Care Solutions. I’m also a Certified Postpartum Doula through Lifesoan Doula. I’ve worked with over 50 families in the last 4 years doing night care, mostly from 10pm-6am. I’m a mom of two, and have been working with newborns for the last 25 years. I have a gentle approach, with a passion for starting sleep conditioning early, to set your family up for success!

Andrea Leon

Easton, Massachusetts

5.0 (2 reviews)

Andrea Leon

11 years of experience

Hi there! I’m Andrea Doula, and Newborn Care Specialist with nearly two decades of experience supporting families through every stage of the perinatal journey. My background includes over 10 years in childcare and almost another decade in birth and postpartum work, where I’ve had the honor of helping families welcome their babies with peace, confidence, and support that feels both personal and practical. Whether you’re preparing for birth, navigating postpartum recovery, or finding your rhythm with a newborn, my goal is to create a calm, and empowering environment where you feel informed, respected, and cared for. From evidence-based education and emotional support to hands-on newborn care and rest planning, I meet each family right where they are. I believe birth and postpartum are sacred, transformative times that deserve compassionate guidance and genuine connection and it’s my joy to walk alongside families as they grow, helping them feel confident, supported, and never alone in the process.

Recent review

I've utilized Andrea's services for birth, postpartum support, and sleep consulting and all three stages were made better because of her. She is a calm and supportive individual who can foresee your needs and act on them appropriately (a critical function in a hospital environment and through the post partum haze). She is a master of her craft and with her guidance my infant was sleeping through the night before 12 weeks. Even sleep regressions have been easier! Her overnight services literally kept me sane through the height of newborn sleep deprivation and knowing my baby was in the hands of someone so competent and compassionate made such a difference. You won't regret working with her!!

- Bianca Q.

Dynasty Harris

Springfield, Massachusetts

Dynasty Harris

Accepts insurances

As a full-spectrum doula, I see birth as more than a physical event—it’s a transformative rite of passage. My care is rooted in mindfulness, education, and ancestral wisdom, creating space for clients to slow down, tune in, and trust their bodies. I support the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—through breathwork, affirmations, and grounded presence. Whether during pregnancy, labor, or postpartum, I help clients move through each phase with clarity and calm.

Becca Clark

Pawtucket, Rhode Island

5.0 (2 reviews)

Becca Clark

5 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi! My name is Becca. I am here for you to help you have an empowering birth and early parenthood experience! I love supporting people, and have a deep passion for birth work! In my work as a doula, I love incorporating mindfulness and confidence building to help my clients thrive. I find that these practices help clients build trust in their bodies and in themselves, as individuals and as parents, and connects them to their inner strength. Some fun facts about me: I love dancing, watching movies, and I am an animal lover! As a child, I grew up on a small farm. My cat Boo is my child. And I even walk dogs and pet sit on the side of my doula business!

Recent review

I can’t say enough good things about Becca! From the very beginning, she was there to help me prepare both physically and emotionally. She’s not only incredibly knowledgeable but also so fun and kind, which made the whole process feel a lot less overwhelming. Becca helped me build muscle memory for key movements that would be useful during labor. But she made sure I was not overwhelmed with too much information to be able to stay in “laborland” as she calls. She guided me in identifying and addressing my fears before birth. Acknowledging those fears ahead of time gave me a sense of peace I didn’t even realize I needed. She also helped me create a value-based birth plan, ensuring it was respected by the hospital team (which was not standard care in the hospital!) During labor, Becca was absolutely incredible. She stayed with us for 24 hours straight (or maybe more? I lost track of time after a while lol), supporting not just me but my husband too by helping him to help me. Her positive energy made a huge impact. She created a calm, cozy space with her electric candles and soft voice where I felt safe and protected. She moved with me and held space. When a doctor dismissed my needs and concerns, Becca was right there to advocate for me and made sure my voice was heard. Her advice on pushing positions and paced pushing helped turn my baby, who was in a side position, allowing me to give birth vaginally without tearing!- which was one of my fears. Even after labor, when I felt completely drained and defeated, Becca was there with her positive, reassuring words. She kept reminding me of how strong I had been, especially when I stood up for myself when some of the providers weren’t as responsive as they should’ve been. It helped me to rewrite my birth story and made it a story of empowerment! Becca’s kindness, fun personality, and ability to create such a positive environment gave me the confidence to believe in myself. I truly don’t know how I would have gotten through the experience without her, and I’ll always be so grateful for the positive impact she had on me and my birth!

- Ebra E.

Cristina Feliciano-Moreira

Abington, Massachusetts

Cristina Feliciano-Moreira

3 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello! I'm Cristina, a passionate postpartum doula with a deep love for working with children and supporting families. My journey began with the challenges of motherhood, leading me to become a stay-at-home mom before transitioning to a daycare and then a nanny, where I witnessed the struggles new mothers face during the postpartum period. In response to the pandemic, I opened a home daycare and realized the profound impact I could have on families during this vulnerable time. I am dedicated to providing compassionate care, evidence-based information, and practical assistance to empower families as they navigate this transitional phase.

Stephanie Lemire

Enfield, Connecticut

5.0 (1 review)

Stephanie Lemire

3 years of experience

I’m a trained birth doula who will prioritize evidence based information to help you welcome your baby earthside. Certified Perinatal Nutrition Expert, Reiki level 2

Recent review

It took me ages to figure out how to get back to this to leave my review, but I can't speak highly enough of Steph. She went so far above and beyond throughout my entire final birth journey, and kept my confidence up every step of the way. She was an integral part of making my birth the beautiful experience it was, and I will never forget all she did for our family! I was a complex case, being both a VBAC (eventually CBAC) AND T1D patient, but she took me on anyways and did such an amazing job. Thank you always, Steph! 10/10, HIGHLY recommend!

- Alta B.

Niki Striar

Newmarket, New Hampshire

Niki Striar

4 years of experience

Hi! I'm Niki! I am a certified birth and postpartum doula! As a postpartum doula, I am trained to help with all things newborn care, including feeding support, sleep, soothing, bathing, etc, as well as supporting parents through the postpartum period and transition to new-parenthood! Additionally, I can take care of light housework, local errands, and provide a wealth of knowledge and resources! I would love to chat more about your family's needs! Or feel free to reach out via my website rainbowrosedoula.com