Keshia Jackman

Newark, New Jersey

Keshia Jackman

2 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi! My name is Keshia Jackman, located in Newark, NJ. I trained as a community doula with Ancient Song Doula Services. I am dedicated to helping parents navigate through their pregnancy safely, and with as little intervention as possible. In my spare time, I like to read, listen to music and play my occasional video game. I'm also part of a community choir.

Josette Severino

Brooklyn, New York

Josette Severino

5 years of experience

Hello, wonderful community members! 🌸 I'm delighted to introduce myself as a trained Doula on the path to certification. My name is Josette, and I'm here to offer my services to support you during your incredible journey into parenthood. As a mother and Brooklyn native I am committed to providing compassionate and personalized care to families in our vibrant community. With a focus on emotional well-being, childbirth education, and women empowerment. Additionally, I offer nesting services where I assist in prepping for your new bundle of joy, ensuring your home is a warm and welcoming environment for your growing family. I am eager to be a part of your village. Let's connect!

Tonya Hardy

Queens, New York

Tonya Hardy

4 years of experience

A Birth advocate for mothers reach their birth plans, into safe labor. Passionate about doula services its amazing we save lives. Also, a postpartum doula to gain access to families needs of less stress into motherhood.

Kelley Nazarian

Bloomfield, New Jersey

Kelley Nazarian

6 years of experience

Hey there, I’m Kelley Nazarian and I grew up in Montclair, New Jersey. Currently, I reside in Bloomfield, New Jersey with my husband, two children, and our dog. I hold a Bachelors's degree from William Paterson University. I am a certified Postpartum ProDoula, an Infant Feeding Specialist, and a Reiki healer. I carry insurance and I am CPR-certified. As a postpartum doula and a mother myself, my focus is on getting to know my clients well so I can offer the best birth and after-birth services possible for both first-time moms and those who are having their second or third child. Each pregnancy is different. Some moms recover real quick, some moms need time to recover and recharge. This is where I come in. I help my clients build their own toolbox in order to support the value system of their families. I like to start this process during the pre-natal period to make for a smooth transition once the postpartum period has arrived. I offer postpartum support both virtually and in person. I also offer various packages to support all kinds of families and accommodate different needs. I teach Newborn Care classes. I offer bone broth deliveries for new mothers who are replenishing themselves from birth. Lastly, I also support families in times of bereavement and are grieving a loss in any capacity.

Lizzy Moati

Elmwood Park, New Jersey

Lizzy Moati

5 years of experience
Accepts insurances

My name is Lizzy, I'm a prenatal, birth, and postpartum doula. I'm also a yoga instructor and a certified personal trainer, baby registry Specialist and a lactation coach. I have 4 wonderful kids and after 4 completely different births, I believe every woman deserves a doula and have the best positive birth experience possible. As a doula I serve expecting mothers when they need a companion, a voice and someone that can advocate for them when they can’t. It will be my pleasure to be your doula and support you in any way I can. Please provide me your email or phone when contacting me!

Samantha Moore

Clifton, New Jersey

Samantha Moore

5 years of experience

Hello, I'm a certified birth doula located in Northern New Jersey. I serve North and Central Jersey. I specialize in LGBTQ+ and POC families.

Ivanna Garcia

Newark, New Jersey

Ivanna Garcia

14 years of experience

I have over 10 years of experience caring for children from newborns to teenagers. I’ve supported families with overnight infant care, daily routines, and creating fun, safe environments that fit each child’s personality. Families often describe me as reliable, nurturing, and patient, with a strong ability to connect with kids at every stage.

Julia Melchoir

Brooklyn, New York

Julia Melchoir

31 years of experience

My name is Julia Melchoir and I have been a certified Newborn Care Specialist for the past 20 years. During this time my caring and nurturing skills have given me the knowledge and experience each newborn needs to develop. My specialties are being a night nurse that enables me, and gives me the opportunity to love, care, and understand each baby from their simplest cry, to each facial expression. In this way, I can identify when a baby is either colicky, or uncomfortable with a wet diaper. This act of love is what makes me perform to my highest and best whilst taking care of any baby.

Odayne Williams

Newark, New Jersey

Odayne Williams

2 years of experience
Accepts insurances

As a full-spectrum doula based in New Jersey, I provide compassionate, culturally centered support for families throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. My mission is to uplift, educate, and empower mothers, fathers, and families—ensuring they have the knowledge, advocacy, and emotional support they deserve during one of life’s most transformative journeys.

Odinakhon Majidova

Brooklyn, New York

Odinakhon Majidova

8 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello, my name is Odinakhon Majidova. I am a certified Home Health Aide (HHA) and a caring, reliable newborn caregiver with over 2 years of experience supporting families and providing overnight infant care. I have worked in hospitals in Uzbekistan and recently completed a Medical Assistant diploma in Brooklyn, NY. I specialize in newborn and infant care, especially at night, helping babies sleep safely and comfortably while supporting new mothers during recovery.

Edmarine Baker

Queens, New York

Edmarine Baker

12 years of experience

Please meet Edmarine Baker! Edmarine is an Advanced Newborn Care Specialist with over ten years of experience caring for newborns including multiples and preemies. She brings unparalleled enthusiasm and creativity to baby care and is passionate about helping new parents navigate the challenges of parenthood. Edmarine excels in implementing healthy feeding and sleeping schedules, soothing techniques, and infant development education. Edmarine believes every baby is unique and deserves to be treated with respect, love, and care in a safe and nurturing environment. She takes pride in providing a warm and loving atmosphere, ensuring each baby thrives and parents feel supported on their journey.

carleen Edwards

Queens, New York

carleen Edwards

21 years of experience

Warm, calm, and devoted Newborn Care Specialist with 20 years of experience in childcare, specializing in supporting families during the critical early stages of their newborn’s life. Highly skilled in guiding families through a smooth and safe transition from hospital to home by providing expert newborn care, hands on support, and personalized, parent education. I am always motivated to ensure parents feel supported, confident, and happy with the care I provide. It brings me immense joy to help families meet their needs, and I would be honored to support you and your precious little ones as you navigate this exciting journey.

Kei Gravesande-Wilson

East Orange, New Jersey

5.0 (5 reviews)

Kei Gravesande-Wilson

4 years of experience

Hi there! I’m Kei Gravesande-Wilson, your caring and supportive doula based in East Orange, New Jersey. Becoming a parent is one of life’s greatest adventures, but it can also be overwhelming. That’s where I come in! As a birth and postpartum doula, I’m here to support you and your partner every step of the way – from the excitement of pregnancy to the blissful (and sometimes chaotic!) early days with your baby. I believe in creating a calm and supportive environment, whether you’re dreaming of a natural birth or planning a C-section. I’m passionate about helping new parents feel confident and empowered, and I’m always happy to share my knowledge about breastfeeding, and baby care, or just offer a listening ear. Let’s work together to make your journey into parenthood as smooth and joyful as possible.

Recent review

I cannot express enough gratitude for the incredible support I received from my birth and postpartum doula, Kei. From my third trimester all the way through labor and the first four weeks postpartum, Kei was a constant source of guidance, comfort, and strength. Kei provided me with an abundance of resources, including recipes, guides, exercises, and daily affirmations, which were invaluable during my pregnancy. She was instrumental in helping me stick to my birthing plan, yet was flexible and adaptive when changes were necessary during labor and delivery. One of the many thoughtful gestures Kei made was gifting me a birth exercise ball and warm compresses for breastfeeding. Her knowledge on breastfeeding and pumping was extensive; she not only educated me on the process but also made me a special lactation tea that significantly helped increase my milk production. Her hands-on approach in showing me how to breastfeed, along with tips for storage, was incredibly reassuring for a first-time mom like me. Kei's expertise didn't stop there. She helped our baby accept a pacifier, something we struggled with on our own, and showed us various tools and techniques to soothe our baby during those tough middle-of-the-night crying spells. Her 24/7 availability was a lifeline, especially when I experienced Braxton Hicks contractions and needed reassurance. During labor, Kei's support was unwavering. She stayed with me for over 24 hours in the hospital, ensuring I never lacked anything, whether it was physical comfort or emotional encouragement. Kei's presence gave me the confidence and strength I needed to navigate this new chapter of my life. I left this experience not just with a supportive doula but with a life-long friend. I wholeheartedly recommend Kei's doula services to anyone seeking comprehensive prenatal and postpartum support. Her dedication, compassion, and expertise are unmatched. Thank you, Kei, for being an indispensable part of my journey into motherhood.

- Danielle B.

Kiva Marriott

Brooklyn, New York

Kiva Marriott

30 years of experience

Hi my name is Kiva Marriott I’m a naturing and compassionate mother of 2 who finds fulfillment in caregiving I’m an experienced newborn caregiver

Pamella Green

Mount Vernon, New York

Pamella Green

32 years of experience

My name is Pamella Green I am a gentle, humble, and caring individual who practices kindness, patience, and compassion I am a newborn care provider, sleep specialist, and multiple and preemie specialist with over 30 years of experience in newborn care. I am fully vaccinated against Covid, Whooping cough, influenza, hepatitis and MMR. Additionally I have acquired certification in Pediatric CPR and First Aid from the American Heart Association. As a newborn care specialist, I provided vital personalized support in the comfort of their home. My passion lies in offering guidance and instruction to parents during the first few months of their baby's life.

Ewelina Hauck

Dumont, New Jersey

Ewelina Hauck

5 years of experience

Becoming a mother has shaped not only who I am—but also how I support others. I’ve experienced birth in many forms: a hospital birth with medical interventions, a hospital birth without medication, and finally, a peaceful home birth. Each one was powerful, unique, and taught me something new about strength, surrender, and support. My journey sparked a passion for supporting women during this incredibly personal and transformative time. I became a doula because I believe every mother deserves to feel seen, supported, and truly heard. My work is rooted in empathy and a deep respect for each person’s unique experience. I offer care that meets you where you are—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Whether it’s helping you prepare, offering reassurance, or simply holding space, I’m here to support you in making this journey your own.

Astrid Hufnagel

Montclair, New Jersey

Astrid Hufnagel

10 years of experience

When I had my "Little Prince" (Finn), and became involved in the birth world, I realized that I found a calling! Working with families through their pregnancies, and helping them embrace the new phase of life after birth, brings me much joy and satisfaction. I have a creative side, with a passion for photography. I also have a love for travel and exploring the outdoors. My experiences with my boys have made me attune to the struggles one can endure in pregnancy, birth, and the post-partum period. I am a researcher at heart and am extremely resourceful. If I don’t know an answer, I am confident that with some time and research I can come back to a situation with various angles and options to help families navigate this new and exciting time in their lives. I look forward to being a part of your journey!

Jade Newkirk

Montclair, New Jersey

5.0 (11 reviews)

Jade Newkirk

13 years of experience

Jade is a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified Birth Doula, Certified Lactation Counselor, and mother. She brings years of experience, compassion, and a deep respect for the transformative journey of pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. Jade takes an evidence-based, inclusive approach to perinatal care. She does not subscribe to one “right” way to give birth — instead, she supports all types of births and all families, whether that includes unmedicated labor, pain medication, cesarean birth, home birth, or hospital birth. Her goal is to help each family feel informed, respected, and empowered in their decisions. She is deeply committed to amplifying diverse voices in the birth space and works collaboratively with healthcare providers to ensure that care is respectful, culturally sensitive, and centered around the needs and preferences of each birthing person. Jade offers a wide range of services to support families through every stage of the perinatal experience, including: Holistic Lamaze Childbirth Education Classes “Breathing for Birth” Childbirth Prep Workshops In-home Prenatal & Postpartum Lactation Support Customized Newborn Care Classes Prenatal and Postnatal Support for Families Doula Mentorship In addition to her work with families, Jade is the Doula Program Director at Montclair B.A.B.Y., where she collaborates with her partner Kelli DeFlora to bring high-quality, nurturing, and educational programming to new and expectant families in the community.

Recent review

Before I went to Jade's childbirth class at Montclair BABY, I had never heard of a doula. Her class was holistic of all the options during labor and delivery, and my husband and I felt like Jade could be the perfect support person to ease my anxiety during pregnancy and labor. We were absolutely right. Jade offered continuous comfort and information for me throughout my pregnancy. She is extremely knowledgeable and thorough and gave advice for things I hadn't even considered. Being someone who has always been terrified of childbirth, Jade eased my anxiety leaps and bounds. We prepared for it beforehand, but once I went into labor, Jade supported us over the phone and at my home before we went to the hospital. My birth went from something that I used to fear, to something I now look back on with fond memories (I think that's a wild transformation) and I truly credit a lot of that to Jade. She was an advocate for me at the hospital, she rarely left my side except when I needed alone time with my husband, and she encouraged me. She worked cooperatively with the rest of the birth team. Dare I say birth was actually a little fun? I whole heartedly recommend Jade as a doula and would love to have her at my future births. There really aren't enough words to describe how grateful I am for her.

- Jen D.

Dian Mcfarlane

Queens, New York

Dian Mcfarlane

7 years of experience

Hi my name is Dian mcfarlane am a newborn baby specialist I do 24 hours and night only jobs … am a Jamaican am 50 years old and I speak English

SHERMA THOMAS

Newark, New Jersey

SHERMA THOMAS

21 years of experience

AS A BABY NURSE SPECIALIZED WITH 24 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE I LOOK FORWARD TO HELPING EVERY MOTHER WITH ADJUSTING WITH THE NEW ADDITION TO HER FAMILY TAKING EXCELLENT OF BABY / BABIES ENSURING THAT SHE GOT THE NEEDED REST NECESSARY DURING HER RECOVERY PERIOD. PROVIDING A CALM SOOTHING NURTURING ENVIRONMENT WHILE ENSURING ALL OF THE BABY/BABIES NEEDS ARE MET IN A SAFE CLEAN SPACE.