Hi, my name is Vanessa Stennett, a dedicated and compassionate Newborn Care Specialist with over 7+ years of experience supporting families through the beautiful, often overwhelming, first months of their baby's life. I specialize in creating peaceful sleep environments, guiding new parents through feeding challenges and fostering healthy development through age appropriate activities while maintaining detailed records of feedings and sleep patterns. I am CPR & First Aid certified, fully vaccinated and have extensive training in infant care. My philosophy centers on empowering parents with knowledge and confidence, working as a team to tailor care to your unique family's needs, ensuring a harmonious postpartum period for everyone. When not caring for little ones, I enjoy reading up on the latest infant development research,music, traveling, socializing and working with charitable organizations for infants and widows. I am passionate about making this special time joyful and manageable and would love the opportunity to learn and support more about your family.

I am a Long Island mother to three energetic kiddos, an occupational therapist and certified pediatric sleep consultant with Sleep Wise Consulting. My mission has always been to support the children and families I serve, to do the things they want, and need to do in everyday life, despite whatever challenges are in their way. I specialize in real-time, in-home, and virtual support to walk you through every step of your journey to restful and restorative sleep.

Hello! I am a registered dietitian nutritionist and the co-founder of Amenta Nutrition where I provide evidence-based nutrition counseling to individuals and families. While I help clients with various health concerns, my main focus is on digestive disorders, pediatric nutrition and weight management. I assist clients manage their belly discomfort by optimizing their gut health, I help parents raise competent, healthy eaters, and I create personalized weight loss plans that are safe and sustainable. I defy one-size-fits-all philosophies and I offer a simple, practical, and judgement-free approach to eating. Regarding Pediatric Nutrition: As a registered dietitian nutritionist, I assess your children’s diet and ensure that they meet their nutrient, vitamin, and mineral needs to support proper growth and development and prevent deficiencies for each stage of childhood. I dedicate myself to the well-being and overall health of infants, children, and adolescents. I encourage a positive relationship with food and an enjoyable eating environment without focusing solely on caloric intake or weight as determining factors of health status. Instead, I take a whole-foods, whole-child approach and provide parents with the strategies and tools to support their children, helping them form and sustain healthy eating habits that last a lifetime.

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.

We are postpartum nurses who empower you to have a fourth trimester where you feel safe, prepared and empowered. With so much emphasis during pregnancy on childbirth and baby care, it often leaves little room left for YOU. We teach you what to expect for postpartum before you're in it. And give you the community to cheer you on when you are there.

my name is Samantha and I have been a postpartum/neonatal/pediatric nurse for 12 years. I work at Monmouth Medical Center part-time night shift so I have a good amount of availability for a new baby/family! my passion is caring for mothers and babies, I am a certified breast-feeding, counselor, and nationally certified in my field. I am extremely excited to form relationships with new mothers and babies in the comfort of their own homes and environments. I will provide care individualized care that meets any and all of the preferences and needs of all my mothers and their newborns!

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.

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."

I'm Jennifer Paige, a DONA certified Postpartum Doula with over a decade of experience working with families in the Hunterdon County area. Specializing in caring for infants and parents; my passion lies in offering guidance, comfort, and unwavering support to families eagerly anticipating the arrival of a new member. My commitment goes beyond traditional support; I believe in empowering new parents to use their voices, ensuring they feel heard, seen, and free from judgment. Throughout our time together, my goal is to create an environment where you not only feel supported but also armed with the latest evidence-based information, fostering confidence in your parenting journey. On a personal note, I cherish nature walks unplugged from technology, share a deep bond with animals, and have a knack for baking and cooking. However, my true expertise lies in cleaning and organization. Embracing a zero-waste lifestyle, I'm enthusiastic about sharing eco-friendly alternatives for common household products. Let's embark on this transformative journey together, where support, education, and confidence intersect seamlessly.

I have been an RN since 1978. The majority of my career I worked in NICU taking care of the most vulnerable babies and parents. I have been "formally" an IBCLC since 2008. I taught Lamaze, newborn care & breastfeeding for over 35 yrs and was also a birth doula. I moderated a highly successful weekly BF support group for over 12 yrs. and also a FB group. My goal is to help support yours, whether that is exclusive breastfeeding or a combination of feeding methods. I bring my years of knowledge to your door.

A certified birth and postpartum doula serving for the past 6 years. Twin mama and twin expert. Reiki healer, herbs postpartum cooking and more.

I have over 10 years of experience working as an Occupational Therapist. I believe in a strength based approach and meeting a child or family where they're at in their journey to independence and well being. Each individual is unique and each situation has its own challenges, so providing individualized care and addressing the root cause of the challenge are at the core of my interventions. I provide traditional OT services, consultative, and, coaching services to guide families in developing practical solutions for their unique challenges. An OT consult or coaching is a great service when you need strategies to problem solve through occasional concerns or how to set up and/or adapt the home environment to promote independence, engagement, and meet the child’s sensory needs.

Hi, I’m Suzanne. I’m an occupational therapist dedicated to supporting women in the motherhood journey. I work with women through individual sessions and support groups, focusing on the physical and mental shifts necessary for women during their transition to motherhood. In addition to my experience as a mother, I’ve personally struggled with infertility, a high-risk pregnancy, and a traumatic birth experience. Not all pregnancies and births live up to our expectations, and unfortunately women aren’t always comfortable expressing themselves when they don't. In addition to supporting your physical recovery, I hope to serve as a guide to help navigate the complicated emotions that often arise during this journey.

My goal is to provide prenatal and postpartum women with fitness level appropriate workouts that help prepare the body for the stresses of pregnancy, labor, and the physical demands of parenthood. Being a Muscle Mama begins during pregnancy, is tested through birth, and continues into parenthood. I’m so excited to support you through this journey!

Lauren A. Tetenbaum, LMSW, JD, is a social worker, lawyer, certified professional coach, therapist, and advocate whose mission is to empower and support women. She spent a decade in the legal industry working with various clients at vulnerable points of their lives, including survivors of abusive relationships, immigrants trying to rebuild (Lauren is the daughter of Cuban immigrants herself), and overwhelmed attorneys trying to balance demanding careers with having a family. Intensively trained in perinatal mental health, Lauren currently works in private practice, facilitating support groups for working, new, and other parents and consulting on workplace policies. She serves as The Child & Family Institute's Clinical Operations Advisor and provides psychotherapy for millennial, Gen Z, and teen clients in the New York City area. A native New Yorker, Lauren now resides in Westchester with her family, including her two young children. She is actively involved in numerous efforts benefitting her community and volunteers with Postpartum Support International. Lauren is passionate about building community connections and contributing to social justice and the advancement of maternal wellness. She has been featured on parental wellness programs including Robyn, for which she is a preferred provider, and Union Square Play’s Parenting+.

Dr. Yael Markowicz is a doctor of Chinese medicine and acupuncture in Mamaroneck, NY in Westchester. She specializes in fertility, pregnancy and post partum care for women. She is also a trained doula as well as a yoga/meditation teacher and uses all of her knowledge to provide the best care for you throughout your entire journey into motherhood. For more information visit her website www.Yaelacuwellness.com.

Ariana, DNP, FNP, IBCLC, PMH-C has worked in nursing since 1999, initially as a Registered Nurse, and currently as a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and Certified Perinatal Mental Health provider. Ariana’s mission is to empower mothers and families on their breastfeeding journey through comprehensive care, nonjudgmental support, and a collaborative approach. She understands that every breastfeeding experience is unique, and her goal is to provide the guidance and assistance you need to overcome any challenges and establish a meaningful breastfeeding relationship. Ariana Komaroff’s approach is evidence- based, deeply rooted in science, embracing not only the needs of mothers and infants but the entire family. She aims to provide a safe space for you to express your concerns, ask questions, and receive expert guidance. She will address all aspects of breastfeeding, from latching and milk production to pumping, milk storage, and returning to work while breastfeeding, empowering you with the knowledge and strategies to ensure a positive breastfeeding experience.

My name is Angela Mancini and my passion is helping moms navigate the world with confidence and strength. I am a licensed professional counselor and a certified birth doula. I want to merge the mental health gap between pregnancy, birth and postpartum.

Double board certified pediatric and perinatal chiropractor focusing on growing happy and healthy families. Passionate about educating and advocating for ideal fertility, pregnancy and birth outcomes and proper neurodevelopment for children.

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