Arantzazu Cioce

Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey

5.0 (1 review)

Arantzazu Cioce

11 years of experience

Hi there! My name is Dr. Arantzazu Cioce and I like to go by Zazu. I’m a Pelvic and Orthopedic Physical Therapist, Birth Doula and educator and leader of the Integrated Woman Movement focusing on reconnecting to our intuitive spirit while using the best of science for a fully supported pregnancy, birth and postpartum experience. I live in the Pascack Valley of Northern NJ and see clients in my office and virtually. I enjoy all things science and energetic in nature and love to be outside taking in the beauty of the natural world. Along these lines, I believe there is a balance to be found in birth using what we know can help our bodies during this transition and utilizing medical intervention when it’s necessary, and that balance is unique to every birthing person and family. My role is to connect you to your options, education and to the wisdom your body has in it already!

Recent review

I hired Zazu as my doula for my first childbirth experience. My reasons for wanting a doula in general were due to my fears around giving birth overall- the pain, being pressured at the hospital, not knowing my rights, etc. The reason I hired Zazu was because i immediately could sense her passion to coach and guide her clients through birth and sensed she would have mine and my baby's best interest in mind and that it would translate in our work together. She offered a ton of education and opportunity for questions regarding labor and delivery, and honestly helped me reframe childbirth from this scary experience to one where i could be empowered and feel as strong and as in control as possible, not helpless. i (and my husband) felt so much more prepared for what to expect thanks to her course and pre-natal sessions. But i cannot say enough about how intuitive Zazu is and her commitment to you when it's game time. Zazu never left my side my entire labor experience or was just a phone call away in the middle of the night with no hesitation to guide me. at the hospital, her ability to coach me and keep me focused was the reason i was able to achieve my goal of dilating a lot before needing to eventually call for an epidural when my back labor became too much. In-Between all decisions that needed to be made (like needing my water broken by the dr), she reminded me of what i "wanted" while also keeping me present and realistic of what was best in that moment. understanding my rights and possible consequences of decisions also helped me to make informed choices and advocate for myself, and have Zazu there to back me up and feel supported. I truly dont think i can say enough about my experience working with Zazu. Her doula service was worth the investment. I feel so grateful to her for all the ways she supported me and my husband through the prep and birth of our baby boy. If I could rewind, i'd hire Zazu all over again!!

- Cristina V.

Leah Katznelson

Larchmont, New York

Leah Katznelson

15 years of experience

My practice combines a holistic and diverse approach to clients prenatal, birth and postpartum experiences. I bring warm emotion support together with research based education to help guide you during your pregnancy and birth. In addition to traditional birth doula support, my services include Lactation, Hypnobirthing, Postpartum nutrition and support.

Joyce Havinga-Droop

Larchmont, New York

1.0 (1 review)

Joyce Havinga-Droop

15 years of experience

Hello my name is Joyce Havinga-Droop. I am a Birth Ambassador. What does that mean? It means that I will walk with you through the "new" land of pregnancy, labor, birth and postpartum. I will provide you with information and education where needed. I will advocate and translate along the way. I will be diplomatic with your care providers and nurses. ​ I've lived in many different countries of the world and know how to respect and adapt to people's traditions and cultures. I am calm, reliable, knowledgeable, warm and above all I am passionate about birth. I love squishy babies and love caring for mamas and families. ​ "Your birth has the potential to be profoundly transformative in your life. It is the right of every person to have the birth that they desire and to make choices that are best for themselves, their baby, and their family."

Monica Mena

Garden City, New York

Monica Mena

8 years of experience

A dedicated and compassionate nurse with a wealth of experience spanning seven years. Focused on providing exceptional care in a community healthcare setting, with a strong emphasis on maternal care, newborn and toddler growth and development, and pediatrics. As a specialist in maternal care, Nurse Monica has supported and guided countless mothers through the transformative journey of childbirth. Her expertise extends to newborn and toddler growth and development, where she strives to provide families with the knowledge and support needed to navigate the crucial early years of a child's life. We are excited to be bringing these services and expertise to homes and communities across Long Island, the goal is to achieve personalized and compassionate care for every single client that signs up for our services and make a difference in the lives of mothers, babies and their families.

Debi Tracy

Long Beach, New York

Debi Tracy

24 years of experience

🌟 Meet Debi 🌟 From corporate hustle in NYC to the calming world of yoga, Debi’s journey is both inspiring and transformative. Beginning her yoga practice in 1990 to manage work stress, Debi studied under her first teacher, Henry, in East Village. A decade later, her passion naturally shifted to prenatal yoga during her pregnancy. Her daughter was born in Spring 2001, and she had the beautiful experience of a home birth with her son on Long Island in 2005. For over 20 years, Debi has been empowering women as a childbirth educator and a clinically trained hypnotist specializing in fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum health. Debi also teaches HypnoBirthing to couples and trains aspiring educators, sharing her rich expertise in holistic birthing practices. 🤝 An active member of various health and wellness networks, Debi enriches her students with diverse resources and has shared her expertise at esteemed platforms like The Ross School and News12 Long Island Naturally. Her collaborations include working with notable figures such as Suzanne Arms, Karen Brody, Dr. John Travis, and Gina Kirby. Following her 200-hour yoga teacher training, Debi embraced the Yoga Birthing Method and pursued Pre-Natal Yoga Certification. 🌿 She participated in an intensive workshop with NY Times bestseller and Transformational powerhouse Debbie Ford during a holy land cruise. As a Certified Master Trainer with HypnoBirthing International [training directly with founder Marie "Mickey" Mongan], Debi has also completed her 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training, Mindfulness Educator Certification, and recently, the Body Ready Method. Since 2014, Debi has been dedicated to her role as a Perinatal Educator at Mount Sinai South Nassau, combining her extensive experience to support women through pregnancy and birth. Yet, her most cherished credential is her personal journey through pregnancy and motherhood, offering deep understanding and empathy in prenatal yoga. 🤰🧘‍♀️ Feel free to reach out to Debi for a nurturing and empowering experience in childbirth education, yoga, or doula services! 😊💪

Katherine Whitehead

Morristown, New Jersey

Katherine Whitehead

3 years of experience

My name is Katherine, and I support and care for babies and families during the vital first few months after baby comes home. I practice a non-judgmental and caring approach to supporting mother and baby, while providing parents with advice when asked, and fact-based information on postpartum care. I became a doula as I saw a need to support parents who go home with a new baby with no help or knowledge on how to navigate the first 3 months. I am passionate about Post Partum care and would love to hear from you. I am trained with Health Connect One as a full spectrum Doula, and will support your journey with calm, compassionate care every step of the way.

Britt Sando

Morristown, New Jersey

5.0 (1 review)

Britt Sando

23 years of experience

I’ve been working with childbearing families in northern New Jersey for many years, and I strive to bring the knowledge and experience I’ve gained to each of my clients. My great joy is helping people find their own path, and trying to make it more comfy along the way.

Recent review

When I contacted Britt, I was 12 weeks pregnant with my first baby. I really desired to have a relationship with my doctor, but since most OBGYN practices have you seeing multiple professionals, I was not getting that. I was desiring to go the natural birth-in-a-hospital route and hearing other friends’ stories, a doula sounded like the perfect fit. Britt was recommended by one of my friends who had Britt attend and help at all three of her babies’ births. Britt offered us a birthing course in our home, she gave us literature and resources to use an practice as we anticipated our first birth, she was ALWAYS responsive when texted or called, was informed about alternatives such as the Fresh Test, and she was a great help and encouragement to my husband pre-birth, during labor and delivery and after birth. Britt knew what I wanted - when we got to the hospital and we were almost put into a room without a tub, she was there ADVOCATING for us (since a tub room was available and it was my hope to labor in one). Britt is levelheaded, intelligent, witty, and has an excellent sense of humor. She tells it like it is. She is loving and compassionate - truly a gift from heaven. She checked in on me all throughout my pregnancy and after my baby was born. As she put it to me, “Once your doula, always your doula.” To put it simply, hire Britt as your doula. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

- Emma Jean E.

Renée Pizzuto

Morristown, New Jersey

5.0 (3 reviews)

Renée Pizzuto

17 years of experience

Hi, I'm Renée, I am a hardworking, grateful Mom of three, and yes, a certified Birth Doula & Lactation Consultant serving hundreds of families for over 15 years, and I thread these qualities throughout all layers of my life. I am really passionate about educating parents on their pregnancy & birth, and the transformative nature it bestows. Along the way, the satisfaction and security I offer you through evidence based, intuitively honoring care allows for your choiceful, educated decisions which Mom’s & Parents have said offer them empowering and joyful experiences. Promises I make to you: You are the power and authority, no one else. Sounds scary, but I’ll show you how to wield your power with purpose like never before. With the right team, you CAN have the birth experience you desire. I’ll give you the secrets to ensuring this. Your baby’s birth is the most vibrant and impactful experience of YOUR life. Let me support you in making it the most exciting next step towards the rest of your life. Finally, but most importantly, I am here to ensure, above all, you will be heard. My intention is to support and guide every family so that they are; fully prepared, anchored in their heart & soul and genuinely (and I mean genuinely) excited to welcome their precious baby so that they can have the birth experience they truly deserve, without reservation and unapologetically, it’s that simple! Thank you for for being here and exploring how I can support your growing Tribe®️ Love, Renée

Recent review

I will try to put into words the feelings I have, in an attempt to express my gratitude to Renée. Firstly, I would not have been successful without her. She believed in me, my body, my ability even when I questioned it. She knew what to do at every step- from our first conversation to the leading up to the birth, to actual birth & right after. Thank you for helping me at home as well. You just knew exactly what to do & coached me through it in a kind, gentle way (even when others were nervous you knew how to handle them too ;). Knew what to do to progress labor and when to move to hospital. I don’t know how Renée remained so present with me during the hospital delivery. A million people screaming at me- I focused on what she said. She just knew. 30 mins in L&D and baby was here. This was thanks to her cues. I would not have known what was happening without the cues Renée taught me. And after birth, helping us with immediate nursing & taking pictures!

- DENISE D.

Miriam Brothman

Morristown, New Jersey

5.0 (2 reviews)

Miriam Brothman

4 years of experience

Offering pregnancy support, doula services and post-partum emotional support. Very caring and solution oriented with strong advocacy skills. Mother of 4 children with experience in multiple birth settings.

Recent review

Miriam is calm and levelheaded during labor providing a warm, knowledgeable presence. She knew just when to grab my hand as the contractions were getting intense and her words of encouragement (“You are so strong!” “You can do this”) were just what I needed in the homestretch. I highly recommend her as a doula.

- Chava G.

DaVetta  Thurman

Piscataway, New Jersey

DaVetta Thurman

19 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello. I am DaVetta Thurman, a Certified International Birth Doula. I am available to assist all moms-to-be with their birthing journey. I particularly guide moms who choose to have natural births and I am also available to assist moms who elect to have medicated births. I've enjoyed helping women have a memorable birthing experience, ensuring all of their needs and wants are heard and attended to. I would love to be there for you as you prepare to welcome your new addition. Know that you are not alone, and I will be there for you every step of the way. Email me at doulas4divas@gmail.com so that we can discuss the variety of packages I have to offer you and your family.

Benedictta Apwah

Denville, New Jersey

Benedictta Apwah

Hello, my name is Benedictta. I'm a doula and reiki master, I'm a champion of women and supporter of families. I believe that everyone deserves a happy, healthy birth where they are informed of all their options and get as close to their desired birth experience as possible. Birth is an experience that affects everyone in the family and I appreciate being able to education and support everyone that will be a part of the new edition's life. Mother's tend to feel backseated while carrying their new child, I believe that she needs to be heard and seen throughout the pregnancy, labor, and postpartum experience, all 4 trimesters.

LaToya Southwell

Nyack, New York

5.0 (14 reviews)

LaToya Southwell

26 years of experience

Hello! My name is LaToya Southwell born in the beautiful Island of Antigua. I am a wife, a mother of 4 amazing children, a doula, Reiki practitioner, as well as CPR certified (pediatrics) and I reside in Nyack, NY. Being a doula is not a job, it is a calling and a blessing to be apart of such a beautiful journey. I am here to support, help where needed as well as educate. I am blessed to be a blessing!

Recent review

Latoya is an absolute blessing!!!! Her presence alone makes me feel so secure, comfortable, and understood. Her support, knowledge, and expertise take the experience with her OVER THE TOP. Highly, highly recommend her services whether you’re a first time, second time, or 3rd time mama !!!!!<3

- Alondi G.

Sarah Ludwig

Nyack, New York

Sarah Ludwig

15 years of experience

Hi! I am Sarah Ludwig and I offer childbirth education, labor, and postpartum support. I am passionate about preventable injury and work on outreach for both car seat and sleep safety.

Stephanie Lafontant

Nyack, New York

5.0 (2 reviews)

Stephanie Lafontant

7 years of experience

A first generation Haitian American who has been working with birthing families since 2019.She is a full spectrum doula and became a Certified Lactation Counselor in 2022. She holds a B.A. in Psychology and Africana Latino Studies with a concentration In gender studies from SUNY Oneonta and a M.A. degree from the University at Binghamton, Vestal New York where she studied Sociology and DEI. The specialization to do birth work was a natural trajectory because she understands and is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that is sensitive to the cultural and social context. After having much difficulty breastfeeding her first born, and being a two time Hyperemesis Gravidarum survivor;supporting birthing people through their reproductive years was an absolute must. In particular she specializes in working with systematically marginalized individuals and the immigrant population. Stephanie is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that is sensitive to the cultural and social contexts. Stephanie is a member of the Rockland Breastfeeding Coalition. She is a full scholarship recipient of Black Maternal health Doula scholarship. In her spare time, she enjoys yoga, listening to democracy now ,cooking, meeting new people, and unschooling herself and her two children. All Breastfed and birthed at home

Recent review

After struggling with severe pain during breastfeeding and hearing that discomfort was normal and to keep pushing through, I was beyond grateful when Stephanie came to my rescue. First off, Stephanie knows her stuff! She is so knowledge and passionate about sharing all she can to help with lactation. Stephanie was able to tweak my techniques, give me pointers, and boom, no more pain! With no judgement, and a kind attitude, Stephanie made it easy for me to relax and trust the process. Breastfeeding is NOT suppose to hurt! Who knew! If you're having any sort of issues with feeding or lactation, call Stephanie! Your welcome!

- Ori-Ann D.

Seema Doshi

Old Bridge, New Jersey

Seema Doshi

14 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am a Registered Nurse and a Lactation Consultant with an extensive background in maternal child health. Throughout my career, as a lactation consultant I have assisted and supported families in their homes, hospital, as well as clinic settings. My approach is client focused and I work with families to achieve their goals. I offer child birth education as well as lactation consultation during pre-natal/pregnancy and transitioning into postpartum period. We use evidence based practice to provide families with the necessary skills to support their sacred journey of birthing and breastfeeding. I accept most insurances. If your plan covers lactation consultant services, you are likely eligible for up to 6 visits at no charge to you, including prenatal classes and visits.

Aniyah Talbert

Franklin Township, New Jersey

5.0 (3 reviews)

Aniyah Talbert

3 years of experience

Hello, my name is Aniyah Talbert. My business is named Tiny Miracles. I am a Birth and Postpartum Doula located in Somerset, New Jersey. My background primarily is in early childhood education and development. And now shifting into social work. My practice tries provides you with emotional support, tools to help advocate for yourself, and an overall sense of community. I aim to help you create a peaceful birthing experience and postpartum experience.

Recent review

Aniyah provided services for me when I gave birth to my son. She was very attentive to my needs and helped to keep me calm during my delivery. When I went into labor she dropped what she was doing to be by my side and checked on me every day until I was discharged. She was the absolute best and I highly recommend!

- Amira T.

Kimberly Suarez

Colts Neck, New Jersey

Kimberly Suarez

5 years of experience

Kimberly is a DONA trained doula and Certified Lactation Consultant whose own experiences inspired her to become a birth coach. A marketing professional from NYC and mother of two, Kimberly decided to pivot into a role that would allow her to talk about birth for a living. Kimberly describes the birth of her daughter the most challenging and rewarding moment in her life, and her son, a high she never truly came down from. Her mission: to help pregnant people feel empowered by their own birth stories - building confidence and providing the tools to define and achieve their unique version of a positive experience.

Dominicque Brown

Franklin Township, New Jersey

5.0 (3 reviews)

Dominicque Brown

7 years of experience

As an African American birthing doula in New Jersey, I am dedicated to supporting and empowering parents throughout their pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey. I believe in the importance of culturally competent care and strive to create a safe and inclusive space for all families. My goal is to provide evidence-based information, emotional and physical support, and advocacy for my clients, helping them to have a positive and empowering birth experience. I am passionate about the transformative power of childbirth and the strength and resilience of the human body. I am honored to be a part of each family's unique and beautiful story.

Recent review

She has 17 nieces and nephews all together!!! Wow! As a birthing doula in New Jersey, Dominicque comes highly recommended by past clients. Her calming presence and extensive knowledge of the birthing process make her an excellent support person for expecting mothers. She is attentive, compassionate, and dedicated to providing the best care for both mother and baby. Her expertise in natural birthing techniques and pain management make her an invaluable asset during labor and delivery. Overall, Dominicque's clients have praised her professionalism, expertise, and unwavering support during their birthing experiences.

- Eddie H.

Kayla Wheelan

Somerville, New Jersey

5.0 (3 reviews)

Kayla Wheelan

8 years of experience

Welcome! We are an established, experienced & professional birth service agency that combines the talents and individuality of our doulas, to provide families with well rounded and dependable labor & postpartum care, from start to finish. Also including placenta encapsulation services.

Recent review

Kayla is amazing!! I used her for placenta encapsulation for my last two babies and couldn’t be happier! She has such a great personality and made us feel so comfortable and excited about the whole process. She was prompt with coming to pick up the placenta and had the pills back to us so quickly. I didn’t do placenta encapsulation with my first baby and I certainly noticed a difference when using them with my last two! 10/10 recommend!

- Sheryl A.

Debra Pascali Bonaro

Ocean Township, New Jersey

Debra Pascali Bonaro

37 years of experience

Debra Pascali-Bonaro  is the Founder & President of the revolutionary online childbirth class Pleasurable Birth Essentials,  Director of the award-winning documentary Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, co-writer of “Orgasmic Birth: Your Guide to a Safe, Satisfying and Pleasurable Birth” and host of  Orgasmic Birth: The Podcast, all of which explore intimacy and how to bring healing,  love, and pleasure into your birth and life. Debra is also a DONA Birth and postpartum Doula Trainer and Lamaze Childbirth Educator.