Voulez vou a Doula and More Lactation Consultant, Doula, Childbirth Educator

South Hempstead, New York

Voulez vou a Doula and More Lactation Consultant, Doula, Childbirth Educator

24 years of experience

At Voulez-vou a Doula and More , we believe that a healthy family begins with the well-being of both mother and child. Our mission is to support and empower mothers, children, and families through every stage of the journey—from pregnancy to postpartum. With a compassionate, experienced team and a holistic approach to care, we provide personalized services designed to meet your family’s unique needs. Whether you're preparing for birth, navigating early parenthood, or seeking expert guidance along the way, we’re here to ensure you feel supported, informed, and confident at every step.

Linda Steinhauser

Boonton, New Jersey

Linda Steinhauser

13 years of experience
Accepts insurances

. There’s no need to go it alone. I’m certified as both a birth and postpartum doula as well as a newborn care specialist. As a labor doula I’ll provide non-judgmental support and do everything I can to help you achieve your birth plan. As a postpartum doula , I’m here to let you rest by taking care of all your newborn’s needs. Feedings, laundry, you name it. I’ll take care of it for you. Your child will be so loved.

Lorraine Mejias

Edison, New Jersey

5.0 (1 review)

Lorraine Mejias

7 years of experience

Repose Birth Services is a doula agency that provides birth and postpartum support throughout NJ & NYC. Our mission is to provide inclusive care so that more parents can have beautiful birthing experiences and thrive.

Recent review

Working with Lorraine has been such a gift. She is super informative and loves sharing her knowledge with other women like herself trying to reach their goals. Her agency offers such an amazing resource by connecting families of color with doulas of color. Lots of resources will be given to you if you decide to work with her.

- Michellee V.

Christine Caliendo

Holmdel, New Jersey

Christine Caliendo

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

My name is Christine. I am a DONA certified birth doula and placenta encapsulator in the Jersey Shore area. Let's connect!

Nikki Stanio

New Brunswick, New Jersey

Nikki Stanio

13 years of experience

Bringing a baby into your life can be a beautiful yet, overwhelming experience. I've been a doula for 11 years and counting, so I've been doing this long enough to know that every family is different. Because of that, I like to get to know the families I work with so that I can support them in a way that is specific to their individual needs. I do not make the decisions for parents or tell them what to do, I empower them to have the confidence in their own parental decisions with evidenced based information, care and empathy. On top of being a doula, I'm a Childbirth educator, Certified Lactation Counselor, Nutritionist, Holistic Health Coach, Certified Sports Nutrition Coach, and Personal Trainer with specialties in pelvic floor, core health, prenatal and postpartum fitness. I bring all of my skills to families to support them in the way that is specific to their needs.

Da-sha Warren

Piscataway, New Jersey

Da-sha Warren

2 years of experience

Hello! I am a full spectrum doula compassionate about supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with care, support and love!

Ellen Reis

White Plains, New York

5.0 (1 review)

Ellen Reis

5 years of experience

Hello My name is Ellen and I am a birth and postpartum doula. I offer non-medical support to new and seasonal families before, during, and after pregnancy. I believe that everyone has the right to make their own decisions empowered by knowledge, without judgment. I am passionate about helping families to thrive during the most beautiful and challenging phase of our lives: parenthood. ​ Some fun facts about me: I was born and raised in Brazil, currently living in Hopewell Junction/NY. My husband, Miguel, is Portuguese and we met during a ski trip in Vermont. We have a beautiful daughter who is 3 years old. The sweetest girl ever! I have a stepson who is (somehow) almost 13 years old. I love CrossFit and have been practicing it for 8 years. Except during 2020 - Wonder why?! And during my pregnancy. It was rough. I am a huge fan of How I Met Your Mother and constantly use their quotes for important moments in my life. I serve Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, and some Connecticut areas.

Recent review

Ellen is incredibly reliable, trustworthy, kind, and communicative—I couldn't have asked for a better night nurse. Despite having a longer commute, she was always punctual, never a minute late. I had complete trust in her care for our newborn, and she exceeded all our expectations. I'd absolutely hire her over and over again.

- Dana L.

Neisha Streete

Port Chester, New York

5.0 (3 reviews)

Neisha Streete

6 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello! Hello! Most couples are looking for a positive environment where you feel respected, safe, and ready to welcome your new baby. I understand that as your doula I help set the tone and bring energy into your space that will be part of your family's blueprint forever. I have a compassionate, client-centered approach. I bring warmth, love, and extensive knowledge to each family as well as their providers. I bring strong advocacy skills while reducing fear and fostering confidence. I also provide lactation consultations and all modalities of massage including prenatal and postpartum.

Recent review

Hiring Neisha was one of the best decisions I made as I prepared for childbirth, and I would whole-heartedly recommend her to anyone. While I was initially unsure about whether I wanted to hire a doula, after interviewing Neisha I was convinced that it would be helpful to bring her on to support me and my husband before, during, and after the delivery of our first child, and I was not disappointed. I ultimately had a very positive birth experience, and I credit Neisha for giving me the preparation, knowledge, and validation needed to make informed decisions and clearly communicate my preferences during labor and delivery. Early on, she provided us with ample online resources to begin our childbirth preparation. During our prenatal meetings we developed a birth plan, practiced comfort techniques, and discussed the essentials of breastfeeding and newborn care. Throughout my labor Neisha calmly fielded our increasingly anxious calls about whether to take Pitocin and when to begin the epidural. She was a reassuring presence in the delivery room, suggesting alternative positions and providing encouragement to me and my husband through two hours of pushing. Postpartum, Neisha helped with breastfeeding, and continued to check in for several weeks after the end of our official contract as I dealt with a difficult and unexpected complication. Neisha’s professionalism and expertise combined with her warmth and sense of humor made her an invaluable part of my birth team. I would absolutely hire her again. (PS - she is also an incredible massage therapist!)

- Emma J.

Leah Marie Hale

Long Branch, New Jersey

5.0 (2 reviews)

Leah Marie Hale

6 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am Full Spectrum Doula for three years striving to craft a practice in which I work with women during pregnancy to seek evidence-based information, and to feel capable, confident, and strong as consumers, as birthing women, and as life-givers. Regardless of their birth choices, these prenatal visits, as well as the additional communication during my clients’ pregnancies, have the potential to set women on a path of making their own decisions and trusting themselves throughout pregnancy, labor, delivery, and the postpartum period .As is so often the case with birth, things may go completely differently than envisioned. But with a strong foundation of trust in themselves, their bodies, and their supporting person going into labor, a doula can help support a woman to have a powerful birthing experience in which she is an active participant and the ultimate decision maker. How I show up for each woman in labor will be different, according to her personality, her needs, her desires, and the rest of her support team

Recent review

Very knowledgeable of the information provided to my daughter via phone. Extremely considerate and understanding especially within the time constraint within the first interaction had with my daughter. My grandchild was delivered a week after the phone conversation.

- Sarah M.

Julie Basem

Seaford, New York

Julie Basem

4 years of experience

Julie was born and raised on Long Island and has always loved children which lead her to becoming a performer at Disney World while she was in high school. She later became a stunt woman in film and television until she met her wife and settled back on the Island to start their family. After having their son she realized that life had a new plan in store. She was so inspired by her doula that she trained with the Long Island Doula Association while pregnant with her daughter. She believes that having a birth doula can look different for each family to support their unique journey and so excited to be a birth doula, and can’t wait to be by your side.

Yasmina Achlim

Greenwich, Connecticut

5.0 (5 reviews)

Yasmina Achlim

3 years of experience

Hi! My name is Yasmina. As a DONA-certified Birth Doula based in Greenwich, CT, I offer my clients evidence-based and curated support before, during, and after labor. From helping you make your birth plan that ensures you communicate your cultural, medical, and personal preferences to your care provider during labor, to working you through breathwork during those tough contractions, my aim is to make my clients' births special, sacred times that reflect their values and unique personalities. I am also trained in Spinning Babies techniques, lactation support, and Baby and Child First Aid. I offer my clients a very hands-on approach to birth support. I take my job as a birth doula very seriously and give my all to every birth I attend - emotionally and physically.

Recent review

Yasmina was a vital part of my second pregnancy and labor and delivery. I don’t know what I would have done without her. To give some background, I had an emergency cerclage put in and I reached out to Yasmina after to inquire about her doula services. She listened to my concerns, my backstory, and my wishes. Not only was she attentive and caring, but because she knew there was a possibility the baby would be born early, she had a backup doula in case she was not back from out of town. That doula was also so attentive and was full of knowledge as well. Yasmina checked in with me consistently and when it was time, she came to the hospital immediately after I confirmed she should come. When there, she had so many strategies to help calm my mind and my body. She helped me think through decisions when it came to my labor and the hospital/doctors and she advocated for me. Yasmina knew I wanted to go natural/no epidural or Pitocin and we made a plan to do so. As the pain got more and more intense, she was encouraging and suggested different positions and coached me through the contractions and hard times. She applied pressure and made suggestions and had music and lighting and smells to set the scene in addition to different tools to help me through. I was in labor for about 3 hours and when it came time that I felt I couldn’t go any further because the pain was a 10/10, she continuously cheered me on until it was time to push. While pushing she advocated for me when I couldn’t even talk. When things got scary after baby came out, she held my hand and calmed me. After things were settled she made sure I was okay before she left. Afterwards, she checked up on me many times. I was not able to have a doula during my first labor because it was during COVID, Yasmina made my second labor a COMPLETELY different experience in a positive way. The first time I tore a second degree and my cervix lacerated, the second time with her I only had first degree tears and a good recovery and I truly believe it was because she calmed me and helped me relax my body as much as possible during labor. I highly recommend Yasmina to be your doula. She is knowledgeable, understanding and good at what she does!

- Sofia E.

Lauren Franco Lucas

Colts Neck, New Jersey

Lauren Franco Lucas

15 years of experience

Birth Doula (DONA Trained) , Postpartum Doula (DONA Trained), Certified Lactation Counselor (ALPP) MS in Physician Assistant Studies, BA in Biology, 15 years experience in obstetrics, gynecology, women’s health, infertility and reproductive endocrinology. Mother of 5 children.

Kelley Matthews

Ocean Township, New Jersey

Kelley Matthews

5 years of experience

My ultimate goal is to connect with my clients to help them feel empowered, supported and safe. Fertility through postpartum is such a sacred journey, and all families deserve to be nurtured along the way.

Pippa Villas-Boas

Greenwich, Connecticut

Pippa Villas-Boas

3 years of experience

I am a birth and postpartum doula certified through DONA International and mother of three!

Cathleen Benjamin

Pomona, New York

4.8 (8 reviews)

Cathleen Benjamin

7 years of experience

Greetings, my name is Cathleen. Born and raised in Rockland County NY. My background has mostly been weaved in women's wellness focusing on mind-body-spirit connectedness. My style of work is intuitive & spirit-led fusing evidence based information. I'm a full spectrum birth worker, breech without borders trainee, Postpartum Healing Specialist weaving ancient & indigenous healing modalities. I have a more holistic approach such as breath work, the use of essential oils, physical touch, and change of laboring positions. I assist home births, hospital and certified to assist at The Birthing Center of NJ. I work with you to help you have the empowered birthing experience that you desire and deserve. Although, I didn't listen to the call to this path until 2020 to become certified birth worker, my first birth that I supported and postpartum care was provided in 2006.

Recent review

Cathleen was an extremely caring doula. I am so grateful for having had her as my doula as she was always caring for me and guiding me to balance my body, mind, and soul while preparing to welcome my child to this world. She incorporated sound body movement with soul care, which I am sure influenced my homebirth experience. My labor lasted 12 hours (start to finish), and she was the only one there at the time of the birth because my baby came so speedily that the rest of the team did not arrive in time. I’m sure my baby chose her to be there because of her grounding presence and her positive vibrations. Will definitely choose her next time, and the next, and the next.

- Carleny C.

Kim Jones

Croton On Hudson, New York

5.0 (6 reviews)

Kim Jones

16 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am a certified, insured, CPR & 1st aid certified, seasoned professional doula. I have supported countless families during my career. Many families have used my services for each of their babies and referred me to their family and friends. I believe a doula should offer compassionate flexible support throughout the ever changing needs and phases of care. It brings me joy to be doing what I love and what has come naturally, after raising my 4 children, including singletons and multiples born via normal spontaneous vaginal delivery and a Cesarean section.

Recent review

Kim spent 3 weeks with our family as a night doula and we could not be more grateful for her. Kim knowledgeable, personable and a joy to have in your home, she took excellent care of our newborn and made the transition in the first postpartum weeks easy for the entire family. I highly recommend Kim for families looking for a postpartum doula!

- Daryl S.

Bethany Colley

Stamford, Connecticut

Bethany Colley

7 years of experience

As a birth doula, postpartum doula, and certified newborn care specialist, I’ve had the privilege of supporting dozens of families from labor and delivery through the fourth trimester. My work blends evidence-based care with compassionate presence—whether that means guiding parents through birth, creating restful overnight support, or helping establish nurturing routines for baby and family. My goal is always the same: to ensure families feel confident, cared for, and never alone in their journey. Outside of work, I live a full life filled with lots of travel with my partner, hiking with my three rescue dogs, Louie, Lily and Winter, spending lots of quality time with my nieces and nephews and friends and family.

Ms. Riley

South Brunswick Township, New Jersey

4.9 (13 reviews)

Ms. Riley

6 years of experience

I’m Ms. Riley, a Certified Full-Spectrum Doula specializing in labor and delivery support and holistic family care. My birth work journey began in New York City and now continues through Stacia Doula Services LLC, serving families across New Jersey and Pennsylvania from my primary location in Mount Laurel, NJ (08054) and secondary location in Philadelphia, PA (19118). I provide in-person birth support within a 1.5-hour travel radius, including Camden, Burlington, Gloucester, Mercer, Monmouth, Ocean, Union, Hudson, and Essex Counties in NJ, and Philadelphia, Montgomery, Bucks, Delaware, Chester, Berks, and Lehigh Counties in PA. My certifications include: • Certified Full-Spectrum Doula • Postpartum Doula Specialist • Prenatal Community Healthcare Worker • Full Spectrum Lactation Educator • NICU Doula • Newborn Care Specialist • Placenta Encapsulation Provider • Pediatric CPR, AED & First Aid • Adult Mental Health First Aid USA I offer prenatal consultations and labor support that meet EHR and HIPAA compliance standards, ensuring secure and professional documentation. My care is rooted in advocacy, cultural sensitivity, and evidence-based practices that empower families during birth. Flexible Financing Available: Stacia Doula Services LLC proudly offers interest-free payment plans through Health Finance Advocates (HFA) for self-paying clients. Every client qualifies, with guaranteed approval and no impact to your credit score. Whether you’re preparing for birth or seeking culturally responsive support, I’m honored to walk alongside you—every step of the way.

Recent review

I am beyond thrilled to share my incredible experience with Ms. Riley, my fertility doula. Words cannot fully capture the gratitude I feel for her unwavering support and expertise throughout this deeply personal journey. After years of longing and uncertainty, I am overjoyed to say that I am now with child—a dream come true that I could not have achieved without Ms. Riley by my side. From the very beginning, she brought a sense of calm and confidence to what felt like an overwhelming process. Her knowledge about fertility and holistic care was unparalleled, and she took the time to truly understand my needs, my story, and my vision for this journey. Ms. Riley went above and beyond in every aspect of her care. Whether it was guiding me through lifestyle adjustments, offering emotional encouragement during challenging moments, or providing practical advice that was tailored to my situation, she was a constant source of strength. She had the unique ability to make me feel heard, valued, and empowered at every step. Thanks to Ms. Riley’s unwavering dedication and guidance, I was able to overcome hurdles I never thought possible. Her compassionate approach and commitment to her clients are truly extraordinary, and I wholeheartedly recommend her services to anyone embarking on their fertility journey. Ms. Riley isn’t just a doula—she’s a life-changer.

- Vanessa C.

Elizabeth ezenwa

Monroe Township, New Jersey

Elizabeth ezenwa

11 years of experience

Hello All, I am a British trained doula practicing in New Jersey. Seed-Doulas play a significant role in supporting individuals and families during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. 4 out of 5 infant deaths are preventable and the first step is understanding this life changing process. Thats why I am here. I advocate, give you emotional and physical support and connect the dots to community services which you may not have known is available. Just think of me as your pocket healthcare consultant someone you can call on. Someone who's there for you and not just monitoring the fetal development of baby.

Amanda Nafey

Tewksbury, New Jersey

Amanda Nafey

11 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi, I'm Amanda. I'm a DONA International certified postpartum doula, mother of four (including a set of identical twins!), Ina Garten superfan, book lover, and shock-proof confidant. With over a decade of experience supporting families, I'm a trusted expert in newborn care and the postpartum journey. I know firsthand that becoming a mom—whether it’s your first time or your fourth—can feel overwhelming. Between the sleepless nights, conflicting advice from the internet (and well-meaning family), and the physical recovery, it’s easy for moms to feel lost in the chaos. That’s where I come in. I believe every mother deserves judgment-free support—emotional and physical—during a time when all the attention tends to shift to the baby. During my time with you, I listen deeply, tuning into each family’s unique needs during the fourth trimester, to bring calm, clarity, resources, and care when it's needed most. Whether I'm cooking the comfort meal you’ve been craving, caring for your newborn so you can recharge, offering evidence-based feeding guidance, or being a safe space to vent over coffee—I'm in your corner. After a visit, you’ll feel seen, heard, encouraged, rested (and yes, probably be laughing too). No question is off-limits. No topic is “TMI.” I am here for it all and to help you be a mother YOUR way.