Deyonta Berryman

Arlington, Virginia

Deyonta Berryman

11 years of experience
Accepts insurances

As a Professional Nanny and Trained Newborn Care Specialist I am trained and educated in providing overnight newborn care and postpartum support to new moms and families as early as night one home from the hospital. I provide education, support, and proper resources to families, ensuring families are comfortable and confident. I work closely with families while implementing healthy sleep habits, establishing a bedtime routine, assisting with feedings, and model how to deal with common issues like colic, gas, and excessive crying. I have hands on experience caring for circumcision and umbilical cords, and providing postpartum support to moms.

Alison Levy

Arlington, Virginia

Alison Levy

26 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Alison Levy is a registered nurse and an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant. Alison has always been fascinated by the everyday miracles of birth, babies and breast milk. She has devoted her 22+ year nursing career to childbearing families and has been a certified lactation consultant – her true calling – for the last 15 years. She finds it incredibly rewarding to make breastfeeding easier and more successful for families. Alison currently practices both in the hospital and home settings.

Jeaninah Namukwana

Belle Haven, Virginia

Jeaninah Namukwana

8 years of experience

Hi, my name is Jeaninah. I am 26 years old and have a degree in child psychology. I am pursuing advanced studies in child psychology to earn my PhD. I have a passion for taking care of children and learning from them. Working with children and understanding their diverse personalities is incredibly fulfilling for me. As someone from Uganda, I take Joy in sharing my culture and experiences with families. I am actively seeking Night Nanny positions, newborn care specialist roles, or any overnight childcare opportunities. My expertise lies in providing dedicated support to mothers at night, ensuring they can rest effectively and be fully prepared to care for their children during the day. I am confident in my ability to positively impact the families I work with.

Alyssa Coss

Arlington, Virginia

5.0 (5 reviews)

Alyssa Coss

11 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Alyssa is a warm and empathetic certified birth doula with over 16 years of personal and professional experience providing a nurturing, safe space, advocating for others and supporting parents through emotional roller coasters of life. Her journey as a parent herself, combined with her training and certification as a Certified Labor Doula through DONA International, equips her with the understanding and expertise to support families and enhance the birthing experience during one of life’s most transformative moments. Alyssa’s compassionate and knowledgeable approach ensures that families feel empowered and cared for as they navigate the joys and challenges of welcoming a new baby. She is a Certified Newborn Care Specialist so you can rest easy, knowing your baby is in the most capable hands! Whether you are anxious, overwhelmed or just want a professional at your birth, Alyssa provides an encouraging, centered and holistic approach to meet your individualized needs. Beyond doula support, Alyssa serves as a parental coach, providing tailored advice and emotional guidance for families transitioning into parenthood. She also is a creative photographer and runs a Nonprofit organization for wildlife rehabilitation. With a bachelor’s degree in psychology, a holistic understanding of family dynamics, and a huge heart, she fosters nurturing environments that promote growth and well-being. Whether you're preparing for your first baby or seeking ongoing support as your family expands, Alyssa is committed to being a warm, professional presence throughout your journey to parenthood.

Recent review

Alyssa was really wonderful. We engaged her at the last minute (just three days before the birth), and she was immediately fully present and available to answer our questions leading up to our hospital stay. She brought a calm, peaceful energy to the delivery room and was an incredible support to my wife during some very stressful circumstances. She was fully available to us in the weeks following delivery; we really benefitted from her warm, thoughtful advice. Would 10/10 recommend Alyssa for anyone looking to hire a doula!!

- Nick B.

Crystal Wood

Stafford, Virginia

Crystal Wood

8 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi, I’m Crystal, a certified doula and founder of Do It Doula. I began this journey from a deep calling to support families through birth and beyond with compassion and care that honors their unique paths. I became certified in Virginia and started Do It Doula to offer personalized, judgment-free support—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. I specialize in pregnancy, labor, postpartum, and placenta encapsulation, and I proudly support all birthing people and families in making informed, empowered choices. Whether it’s your first baby or your fifth, I’m here to walk beside you every step of the way.

Chinelo Enwonwu

Alexandria, Virginia

5.0 (1 review)

Chinelo Enwonwu

3 years of experience

I am maternal health pharmacist and doula with experience in various aspects of birthing including c-section, as well as postpartum care. When working with me for postpartum care, you will experience traditional African healing practices. I also help women with gestational diabetes or history of it to manage/prevent high sugar levels with needle free and natural approaches

Recent review

Chinelo was my doula during the pregnancy, delivery and postpartum period following the birth of my baby. She was highly resourceful, and proactive about all the things I needed. What I liked most about her service was the open communication and genuine interest she had in my wellbeing. Having her beside me certainly made the journey to being a first-time mom easier and more enjoyable.

- Nkem O.

Anna Johnson

Leesburg, Virginia

5.0 (1 review)

Anna Johnson

3 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with a background in maternal fitness and nutrition. I support families through pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond with evidence-based, compassionate lactation care tailored to each mother–baby dyad. My clinical experience includes prenatal education, latch and feeding assessments, pumping support, return-to-work planning, and troubleshooting common and complex breastfeeding challenges. I take a whole-body, mom-centered approach, recognizing that feeding success is influenced by physical recovery, mental wellbeing, and lifestyle factors. I am passionate about empowering parents with education and practical tools so they can feel confident in their feeding choices. My goal is to meet families where they are and provide supportive, individualized care in a calm, respectful environment.

Recent review

I highly recommend Anna! She has been such a big cheerleader for me as I navigate postpartum weight loss while maintaining my breast milk supply. Anna is kind, thoughtful, and incredibly motivating. Her supportive approach has made a huge difference in my journey toward better health.

- KC T.

Jessica Helsper

Washington, District of Columbia

5.0 (2 reviews)

Jessica Helsper

Hi, I’m Jess! Fertility and birth doula🧡Empowering the strength of women is my passion. Women have this innate ability to achieve the incredible [growing humans!] so why not harness that by cultivating intuition - combined with a little bit of education, confidence and trust - and birth the way you want to?! Big believer of the mind-body connection, right here✨I currently provide birth support in Washington DC and Northern Virginia areas. And virtual fertility support. I have over 70 birth hours and I am a certified birth doula via DONA International’s birth doula program. DONA is the leader in evidence-based doula training, certification, and continuing education, so you’re in great hands! I have completed fertility doula training with HER Fertility, led by my mentor Jess Tims. I am a Pure Barre instructor of nearly a decade, a military spouse and I have a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health. In addition to being well-versed in physical/emotional comfort measures and labor-progressive positioning, I am certified in use of the peanut ball for labor and proficient in HypnoBirthing, The Mongan Method. Assistance in preliminary lactation and Bengkung belly binding for postpartum recovery are also part of my offering. I would be honored to assist you in your birth journey✨

Recent review

Jess was knowledgeable and supportive from pregnancy through postpartum. She answered all my questions, came prepared with an agreed upon plan, and offered helpful suggestions during labor that made a real difference. She read my cues, gave clear instructions, and knew just how to get my attention and guide me. She also spoke up for me when needed, making sure I felt supported and understood. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a confident, caring, and capable doula.

- Anne-Isabelle B.

Chae Pounds

Washington, District of Columbia

5.0 (1 review)

Chae Pounds

11 years of experience

Greetings! I am a birth worker now serving the DMV area. Supreme Birth Co. offers an array of services ranging from classes to birth and post partum services. Please inquire to learn more. My team and I provide Supreme care!

Recent review

Chae was very helpful and knew her profession as a midwife. She was hands-on when necessary but still allowed it to a very intimate family moment upon the arrival of our baby. We loved her so much we are back with her for another baby!

- Jontué M.

Victoria Holmes

Washington, District of Columbia

5.0 (2 reviews)

Victoria Holmes

3 years of experience

Hi, I'm Victoria Lynn, a postpartum doula and maternal health and wellness coach serving the DMV and RVA areas in-person and providing virtual services globally. I'm dedicated to redefining motherhood as sustainable, not sacrificial and believe becoming a mother should be a sacred time of self-exploration, safety, ritual, and deep care, not isolation and depletion. I specialize in working with women navigating the often-shocking gap between postpartum expectations and reality, offering practical interventions for physical restoration, personalized wellness habits that fit real life with a newborn and kiddos, and the permission to prioritize healing without guilt. My approach recognizes that your physical wellbeing is the foundation of everything else. When you have energy and vitality, you can fully show up for your family, your work, and most importantly, yourself.

Recent review

Victoria's support has been truly valuable to me as a mother. We have become sisters. She is always available with resources and recommendations to help me navigate fourth trimester needs, and an ear and sounding board during times when I have been stressed and exhausted.

- Bee H.

Bianca Flokstra

Washington, District of Columbia

5.0 (1 review)

Bianca Flokstra

11 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Bianca Flokstra is the founder and owner of Holistic Infant Feeding and is an experienced International Board Certified Lactation Consultant serving families all over the DC, MD and VA area. Having breastfed her own three children through working full time, international travel, and let's not forget the pandemic, she started Holistic Infant Feeding to provide individualized, non-judgmental care in baby feeding choices.

Recent review

Bianca is an invaluable resource to new mothers struggling with lactation issues. As her mentee, I have had the privilege of witnessing Bianca assess and troubleshoot a variety of breastfeeding challenges. Whether it is latch difficulties, breast and/or nipple pain, concerns about milk supply and infant weight gain, or merely a desire for reassurance that everything is going as it should - Bianca addresses the issue holistically and with a high degree of clinical knowledge and competence.

- Kristen N.

Kim M.

Washington, District of Columbia

5.0 (1 review)

Kim M.

8 years of experience

Hey there! I'm Kimberly, a certified sleep consultant and doula. Through my business, Vela Haven, I provide comprehensive services including birth doula, postpartum, and pediatric sleep consulting. My deep passion lies in supporting families on their unique journeys. Vela Haven is built on the principles of nonjudgmental, empowering, and family-centered care. Outside my work, I relish reading, exploring new places, and cherishing life's small moments. Excited to connect with you and discuss how I can meet your needs!

Recent review

Wonderful post-partum doula. She has lots of experience and it shows. In an overwhelming time, Kim was full of calm energy and personal warmth. She took good care of me by providing healing food and drink. She also assisted with lactation concerns. Finally, she gave me some much needed rest by holding and caring for baby when needed. I keep in touch with Kim to this day and feel grateful to have found her. Highly recommend!!

- Laura K.

Heather Lapierre

Bethesda, Maryland

5.0 (1 review)

Heather Lapierre

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am a certified labor, birth, and postpartum doula passionate about supporting families and honoring their personal preferences. With over 300 hours of yoga teacher training, a culinary arts degree in holistic and postpartum nutrition, and extensive experience as a reiki master and Certified Body Ready Method® Pro, I offer evidence-based information and heart-centered support. My calm demeanor and adaptability ensure that my clients feel seen, safe, and confident throughout their parenthood journey.

Recent review

From the moment we met Heather, she felt like a member of our family. She was instrumental in helping us achieve a beautiful labor and birth, advocating for my preferences, managing pain, and guiding me through various positions to facilitate progress in labor. In the weeks leading up to the birth, Heather dedicated several hours to preparing my partner and me. She encouraged us to consider different scenarios, practiced Spinning Babies techniques with us, and discussed my labor preferences in detail. Thanks to her calming expertise, we approached the experience without anxiety, confident in Heather’s support. When I faced a complication after delivery, Heather remained by our side throughout. She guided my partner in supporting me and advocated to keep our baby with me at all times—something I believe greatly contributed to the positive outcome of our situation. After we were discharged, Heather visited us at home and provided invaluable practical support that we hadn’t received at the hospital. She helped with swaddling, bottle feeding, soothing a fussy baby, and even advised us on some essential overnight Amazon purchases. During this time, Heather also assisted us in navigating and processing the trauma we experienced, validating our complex feelings and helping us appreciate the beauty of our birth. Heather will always be a cherished part of our family and our story. We cannot recommend her services enough.

- Alex & Zak B.

Susan Brennan

Bethesda, Maryland

Susan Brennan

6 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am a Registered Nurse and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. I have experience in the hospital post-partum and NICU units, out-patient and home settings and providing prenatal breast feeding education. I am passionate about helping families feel supported, overcome challenges and achieve their individual breast feeding goals.

Lauranda Hippeard

Washington, District of Columbia

5.0 (2 reviews)

Lauranda Hippeard

16 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi there. My name is Lauranda Hippeard. I am an overnight newborn care specialist. If you are looking for support with overnights so you can get sleep I’m here to help. I will help with getting your baby on a good night time routine. I will wash all pump parts and bottle parts. I use an app so that I can see what the daytime schedule looks like, and for nights for you to see how long the baby slept and feedings and poops. I look forward to helping you with your new baby!

Recent review

Lauranda worked with me for 2 months (2-3x per week) when my baby was 3-4 months old. She stayed overnight to help take care of all of the overnight wakings for my son. She was kind, professional, trustworthy, and punctual. She cared a lot about how my son was doing and checked in with me during the days to ask about him and offered input on his schedule / routine that may help with night wakings. She followed my lead on what I wanted as far as binky use, soothing techniques, and feeding. It was a good experience!

- Erika G.

Alexis Harmon

Washington, District of Columbia

5.0 (1 review)

Alexis Harmon

9 years of experience

Hey beautiful souls! I'm the Dope Doula DMV, your holistic full-spectrum doula and womb wellness coach. ✨ I'm passionate about empowering Black mamas and birthing people on their journeys, from conception to postpartum and beyond. I believe in honoring the sacred wisdom of the womb and using holistic practices to cultivate self-love, informed choices, and a birth experience filled with knowledge, power, and joy. Let's connect and co-create the birthing and wellness experience you deserve!

Recent review

We hired Alexis as a birth doula and then for some additional postpartum support too. Alexis was beyond helpful. She was generous with her time and wisdom. Of course things didn't go according to plan, these things never do, and she provided a calming, knowledge that let us work through the complications and feel comfortable with how to move forward. Alexis is well informed and allows you to share your ideas too. She is not at all pushy and supported whatever we wanted, but guided us when we really had no idea and needed a trusted source. Crunchy but not too crunchy, laidback but knows when to step in. I appreciated that we could talk about the details of a medical procedure and also chat about a good playlist. Easy to get in touch with and an all around great gal. I would definitely recommend Alexis for all your birth and baby needs.

- Molly V.

Christina Lafontant-Bridgeforth

Washington, District of Columbia

5.0 (5 reviews)

Christina Lafontant-Bridgeforth

4 years of experience

Congratulations on your journey to becoming parents! My name is Christina and I am a trained birth doula with DONA and certified birth and VBAC specialist with ProDoula. I have been a birth doula for 3 years! I respect everyone’s right to birth their way and I work hard to support clients with birth education, understanding hospital policy and best practices on how to advocate for themselves. I am empathetic, and deeply attuned to the needs of the families I partner with. I deeply value teamwork and I work with both partners to make sure that everyone feels and is cared for. I welcome all families!

Recent review

Christina was amazing! She prepared us mentally about pregnancy, labor, and birth. She gave us a lot of information and on the day our son was born, she was with us the whole time making sure we had everything we needed. She continued checking up on me after coming home from the hospital and gave me much comfort when I needed it. Highly recommend Christina!

- Wendy A.

Erin Clark

Washington, District of Columbia

5.0 (1 review)

Erin Clark

8 years of experience

After a rewarding career as a teacher I decided to follow my passion and I've never looked back. Doula work has always felt like home to me and supporting moms and families is my joy. I believe that education is the best starting point in a well informed birth experience. I also pride myself in creating a peaceful birth environment that smells amazing. All of my clients receive a Luxury in Birth Kit that contain hand made products to enhance your environment. My knowledge and experience combined with your birth plan will make a great team. I wear many hats in the birth world and value being hands on with my clients in order to provide 5 star service. See you soon in the birth room.

Recent review

Erin is an INCREDIBLE gem of a doula. From the moment my husband and I met her, we knew instantly that she was the one. And we were right! First of all, her passion and positive energy are contagious. We accomplished SO MUCH during our first visit. She patiently guided me through various poses to ease discomfort and prepare me for labor, all while getting to know me. By the end of the visit, she had me completely figured out. In my stubborn moments, Erin always had the magic words to get me unstuck. Our dynamic was as though we were old friends. My birth experience was a 3-day induction with lots of highs and lows. Erin was there for ALL of it and kept the same energy throughout. When I felt lazy and wouldn't get out of the bed, she was the birth whisperer. I laugh when I remember how she "tricked" me into dancing and walking to bring on labor and how much I ended up enjoying it. Erin also wisely guided us through the medical team's recommendations and helped us make informed choices. On day 3, she told me we could get the baby out in a few hours if I did what she said, and IT HAPPENED! I had some unforeseen complications after, and she stayed with my husband and baby until I was out of the OR and stabilized. She even met us at home some weeks after to check on me, debrief, and celebrate. Erin is kind, patient, and genuinely passionate about birth. She has a PERMANENT place in my heart and invitation to the cookout. https://doulamatch.net/testimonial/detail/81721

- Andrea A.

Sarah Early

Rockville, Maryland

Sarah Early

18 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Sarah Early has over thirty years of working in the healthcare industry. Her career has taught her about the importance of supporting women with a mind, body, and spirit approach as women learn to care for their health while also addressing their family’s healthcare needs. Sarah worked in a busy Maryland hospital that delivered ten-thousand babies annually and it was here where she began to focus her time on maternal-child care and lactation. During this time, Sarah interacted with countless new parents struggling to feed their newborn and lacking the guidance or resources necessary to do so successfully. These families and their frustrations inspired Sarah to gain the IBCLC credential in 2011 and open Lactation Room in 2014. Lactation Room has been a staple of lactation and infant feeding support in Maryland, Washington D.C., and Virginia for a decade and Sarah and her team of IBCLCs, Registered Nutritionists, Nurses, and Doulas have cared for thousands of families along their new parenting journey. Lactation Room was the first practice in the DMV to expand offerings through insurance and now has three office locations to improve access to care. It was important to Sarah that quality and evidence-based care be attainable and not cost-prohibitive allowing women to receive the care they deserve and need. In 2016 she co-hosted the first collaborative conference for tongue-and-lip ties (TOTS) in the DMV bringing together hundreds of people from multiple disciplines. The conference attendees included IBCLCs, Nurses, Physicians, Feeding Therapists, Bodyworkers, Dentists, and more. Her philosophy is that there are many facets to care, and when the approach is team-based and collaborative, the patients receive better quality care and outcomes. She has presented the collaborative model for infant feeding dysfunction at Simon Says Speech, Talk Tools Speech & Feeding Therapy, Southern Maryland Dental Society, and multiple local hospitals and area organizations. Sarah graduated from a Masters in Nursing and Family Nurse Practitioner graduate program with high distinction and was inducted into the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society for Nurses while working and running Lactation Room. Her clinical education and training paved the way for her newest journey in private practice, Peony Women’s Integrative Health, which she opened in 2023. Working as a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner she serves clients in the DMV. Peony WIH focuses on caring for women with a root-cause, integrative, and functional medicine approach to address the underlying causes of disease and promote optimal wellness. PWIH provides in-office health consults with Sarah, integrative and functional nutrition support by a Registered Dietician, and Craniosacral therapy services. Sarah is focused on addressing the needs of women in the community through a patient-centered and collaborative approach to care. She is an active member of ILCA, USLCA, IATP, AHNA, AANP, and MBC. hello@peonywih.com

Rachel Cipryk

Washington, District of Columbia

Rachel Cipryk

10 years of experience

I am a Certified Professional Midwife specializing in natural birth in your home. I offer: - primary midwifery care during your prenatal, birth and postpartum period - two fully trained midwives attending you at birth - water birth - and so much more My care is personalized, caring, evidence-based and full of information. I focus on holistic and preventive care rooted in good nutrition and healthy habits to help you maintain optimal health for you and your baby. I think of my self as an educator and guide as much as a clinician. I value conversation and want to you know your preferences, plans wishes and questions and shared decision-making. Long appointments allow us to build a strong and trusting relationship, and allows us to answer all your questions and go deep into what you need in this pregnancy. I believe in the body's innate knowledge and power to grow and birth a healthy baby. Let me provide you with care like you've never experienced before.