Sabrina Granniss

Clinton, Connecticut

Sabrina Granniss

25 years of experience

I have been an IBCLC since 2007 offering both virtual and in-home visits to families for prenatal and postnatal infant feeding and lactation support. I help parents with a wide variety of topics in lactation and infant feeding. Some include preparing for lactation and infant feeding, returning to work, pumping and flange fitting, low milk supply, oversupply, oral function, oral restrictions, difficulty latching or feeding, positioning, introducing bottles, starting solids, nighttime nursing, weaning, and more. I have taken several advanced skills training in the areas of oral function, latching & positioning, and gut health. No question is too small or too big. I aim to support each dyad and each family in the way that makes them feel most supported and reach their infant feeding and lactation goals.

Keriann Cartwright

Middletown, Connecticut

5.0 (6 reviews)

Keriann Cartwright

4 years of experience

Hello! I'm Keriann. I have been a doula since 2023 but a mother since 2018. I have two kids, many pets and a wonderful husband. I am a very spiritual person and am Christian if that is important criteria for you. When I am not working I enjoy reading, baking, traveling and working on my family farm. I so look forward to speaking with new clients here and changing lives through birth work.

Recent review

Keriann provided such wonderful preparation for my second child. She is very well educated and I found her informational guides to be very helpful. She also provided me with such interesting and transformational things like prenatal yoga and reiki. I had never done these before and I feel they really impacted my birth positively.

- Joy P.

Bethany Wallace

Plainville, Connecticut

5.0 (1 review)

Bethany Wallace

5 years of experience

Although I didn’t know it then, my journey towards becoming a doula began nearly 15 years ago with the birth of my first child. My labor and birth experience was far from empowering and while I was overjoyed to have my son, I always wished things had gone differently- that I had been listened to when I tried to assert myself, that I had been given alternative pain management options when I said I didn’t want an epidural, that the nurses and doctors had explained what they were doing and given me choices before just going ahead and doing it. I always wished that I had felt more in control in that delivery room. Flash forward 14 years to the birth of my second child, and things went exactly as I could have hoped for largely in part due to the team of amazing people I chose to surround myself with. I switched to a Midwife group that took the time to listen to me and honor all of my wishes; I chose a birthing center where I knew I would have plenty of options, but still have the safety and security of a hospital and NICU nearby should something go wrong; and I hired my doula! She made me feel safe, secure, listened to, and protected. She was there as my advocate (though I never had to use her as such because my Midwife was so amazing), she was there as a shoulder to lean on, and she made sure my wife and I had all that we needed during my labor and the birth of my daughter. Between kiddo number one and kiddo number two, a lot happened- 14 years worth of happenings! During that time in-between, I owned and operated Bloom Yoga Fitness Studios in Southington, CT. I taught thousands of hours of yoga- hundreds of them to pregnant clients. And I also became a Licensed Massage Therapist certified in Pregnancy Massage. My personal birth experiences, my decade of yoga teaching, my time as a massage therapist all led me to where I am today. I am now a Birth Doula working with clients in Hartford, New Haven and Middlesex counties. I still teach yoga and perform massage and you’ll see many of my doula offerings include yoga, meditation, and massage. I am passionate about birthing people making informed choices that feel right for them and it’s an honor to standby my clients as they take the amazing journey that is labor and birth.

Recent review

I'll start by saying I interviewed at least a half dozen doulas and Bethany was the only one I felt a true connection with. She was so easy to talk to, knowledgeable, and comforting just from our first conversation. My goal was an unmedicated hospital birth, and she helped me feel so prepared and capable during our journey from the home visits to the hospital and all the texts in between. She's a plethora of knowledge and resources! She was awesome about checking in and always keeping an open line of communication and encouraging questions (which I had a lot of random ones along the way as a first time mom). My hospital birth couldn't have gone better - she was there before the doc rooting me on and advocating on my behalf throughout the prices. Our post partum visit was the therapy session I needed. I am so thankful for Bethany and her services. She does incredible work and was meant for her role! Vivian, Jason and I thank you!!

- Avery B.

Davin Kennedy

Roxbury, Connecticut

Davin Kennedy

3 years of experience

Hi everyone! My experience with birth started with my first birth: my son was born peacefully at home in the water. I fell in love with birth right away, and began taking doula classes. My approach to prenatal, labor, and postpartum care is mother and family centered. I’ve also trained in labor massage, Ayurvedic postpartum nutrition, childbirth education, and as a lactation educator and placenta specialist. My goal is to offer support, assurance, and information to my families at every step of their early parenthood journey. My philosophy and education align best with mamas who are pursuing natural birth and holistic support. I have experience with VBACs, HBACs, and free births.

Lilly Serrano

New Britain, Connecticut

5.0 (1 review)

Lilly Serrano

3 years of experience

My name is Lilly Serrano, I am a bilingual (Spanish) birth doula from CT. I am engaged to an amazing partner, and a mama to a beautiful daughter and two fur babies. I was raised around a village of empowering women and mothers, and that is all I ever aspired to be in life. I am here to remind expecting mamas that they can achieve anything and everything they set their minds to, and hopefully make that journey feel a little less overwhelming along the way!

Recent review

“Lilly is a wonderful doula! She is always attentive and has the answers to all my questions. She has been great to me even postpartum constantly checking in and answering questions or concerns I’ve had as a first time mom. Going into my second pregnancy, she has been yet again wonderful. She answers all my calls and messages in a timely manner. She has such a gentle approach to each situation I have gone through in this pregnancy making it that much easier. I would highly recommend."

- Neli A.

Linda Stopsky

Port Jefferson Station, New York

Linda Stopsky

32 years of experience

I am a Registered nurse for 40 years and an IBCLC ( lactation consultant ) for 30 years.

Katy Liebling

Setauket East Setauket, New York

Katy Liebling

19 years of experience
Accepts insurances

You knew having a baby was going to be hard during a pandemic, but things still didn't go according to plan. You didn't have the birth experienced you had always hoped for, and are now trying to care for your baby without all of your support systems and enjoyable activities. Now you're up all night googling to make sure you're doing all the right things to stay safe, and managing your loved ones differing ideas of that safety. You want the very best for your baby and you'd do anything to make sure that you provide a happy and healthy environment for your family. We all hoped 2022 would be different, but you can still learn new ways to be the best mom possible, both now during these continually difficult times, and going forward once things find the "new normal". Let's work together to create the family life you've always wanted, raising happy, healthy children, despite these difficult times. I know how difficult it is to plan your life as a new mom, especially now! Check my website and schedule a free video consultation so we can get to to know each other. Online scheduling available 24/7 in my secure portal for extra convenience. Scattered daytime availability at this time. Always feel free to email me directly for trusted referrals!

Carolyn Greenfield

Rocky Hill, Connecticut

5.0 (1 review)

Carolyn Greenfield

7 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Providing concierge service to your family in the privacy of your home. Holistic approach. Water, Birth, lactation support, labor support. Also provide childbirth education and comprehensive Prenatal, labor, and delivery through to your postpartum care.

Recent review

Carolyn is an amazing midwife. She is committed to her craft and her passion shows. I had both of my babies with her. I transferred to her at 8 months pregnant with my first and I'm so glad I did. She took great care of me and my little boys before, during and after the delivery. She helped me feel in control of the whole process and was committed to helping me make educated decisions for the best possible outcome. I am very grateful.

- Polina W.

Jessica Riocci

Norwalk, Connecticut

Jessica Riocci

8 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi there, my name is Jessica Riocci. I'm a holistic psychotherapist who helps women through the initiations of pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood. My therapeutic style is warm, nurturing, and intuitive. I offer in-person psychotherapy in Norwalk, Connecticut, and virtual psychotherapy for those in Connecticut and New York.

Onara Aug

Ridge, New York

5.0 (2 reviews)

Onara Aug

4 years of experience

I am a dedicated Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula with over 10 years of experience in childcare, providing families with reliable night assistance and overall support. In the past two years, I have focused primarily on helping families welcome their newborns with confidence and care. I am highly knowledgeable in breastfeeding support and gentle sleep conditioning, and I take pride in offering compassionate, personalized care to meet each family’s unique needs. As a mom of two, I truly understand the importance of feeling secure enough to rest while your baby is being lovingly cared for, and the value of having a supportive village during those first precious months. My goal is to help parents feel confident, rested, and well-supported during this special time. I guide families in making the best decisions for their babies and for themselves, ensuring a smooth and positive transition into parenthood. With my help, parents can enjoy a full night’s sleep knowing their baby is in caring, experienced hands. Excellent references are available upon request.

Recent review

Onara is amazing! She is knowledgeable, caring, and 100% reliable. She has been an amazing gift to our family and we feel so confident in her taking care of our child. We can't recommend her enough - she is born for this work and an absolute star!

- David K.

Danielle Robeants

Coram, New York

Danielle Robeants

8 years of experience

Hello everyone, my name is Danielle Robeants and I am a Certified Childbirth Educator and Birth Doula located in Coram, New York . All the facets of birth are my joy and passion, and I'm always curious to learn more. Coming from a background in Direct Care/ Medical, I believe birth can be calm and peaceful if we set the right tone with positive energy to get there. My practice tries to create a judgment-free zone for all parents seeking informational and emotional support. In my free time, I enjoy spending quality time with my husband & two girls, road trips, sound healing, reiki, self care and a good latte with my bestie.

Ashley Robinson

Danbury, Connecticut

Ashley Robinson

10 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello Mamas! I am Ashley and I am so glad that you have found my lactation profile. I am a caring and compassionate lactation consultant that was inspired to enter lactation consulting after my first failed attempt to breastfeed my oldest daughter. After diving into breastfeeding education, I successfully breastfed my youngest son for sixteen months with the help of an amazing lactation consultant (see, even lactation consultants need lactation consultants). In 2020, I completed a Doctorate of Public Health degree where my research focused on breastfeeding success. For the past six years, I have been working in higher education, while volunteering for a breastfeeding organization. In September of 2020, I sat for and passed the IBCLC exam. I am also a certified lactation educator and provide prenatal educational classes. I am originally from Northeastern Pennsylvania and currently reside in Brooklyn, New York with my husband and two children. Being in NYC, I do have some favorite places including the MET and the American Museum of Natural History (because it’s my daughter's favorite).

Debora Giammarco

Riverhead, New York

Debora Giammarco

7 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi, I'm a certified postpartum doula serving families in Queens and Nassau, specializing in overnight newborn care. With a background in social work and public health, my goal is to offer knowledge-based support to families. I have experience supporting mothers who are troubleshooting breastfeeding issues and others who have struggled with postpartum depression. Following cues from mom, dad and baby, as well as seeking information from good resources is how I approach postpartum doula care. In my free time, I enjoy hiking in nature and photography.

April Ippolito-Torres

Coram, New York

5.0 (1 review)

April Ippolito-Torres

8 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi, I’m April and I am so glad you are here! I am a lactation provider, infant bodyworker, and perinatal supporter with a background in psychology. Above all, I am a Mommy to two wild sons and one sweet daughter. I have dedicated my career to empowering and informing women alike on how to utilize their innate abilities to achieve optimal well-being for themselves and their babies. With a holistic approach, I provide comprehensive support and address concerns and challenges. I promote a positive and nurturing environment through active and empathetic listening. Understanding the importance of personalized care, I tailor my guidance to families’ unique needs, applying evidence-based practices and drawing from my extensive knowledge. I aim to educate and encourage mothers while offering solutions to common problems and ensuring a fulfilling transformation into motherhood. Whether addressing latch issues, correcting torticollis, or recognizing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, I have a genuine desire to help mothers succeed and obtain their goals. My commitment extends beyond our initial interaction, as I strive to build lasting connections with mothers as they confidently grow their families. It is an honor to get to work with the mother/baby DYAD and a privilege to witness each relationship thrive while navigating new norms and creating a beautiful, rewarding story.

Recent review

Working with April has made such a difference in my postpartum period. I am so glad I decided to extend my learning by booking with April when my son turned 3 weeks old. I have learned so much after just a couple of sessions with April, and my experience with breastfeeding went from crying often, wondering if I could keep going to now thoroughly enjoying the process and what it gives to myself and my son. My son is 5 months and still breastfeeding beautifully today. April's approach considers the entire experience, baby's overall health, and mom's well being as well! She is extremely knowledgeable on a multitude of topics (both as a professional and as an experienced, nursing mother herself), she is very encouraging, and she is so empowering. She not only helps me problem-solve and find success as I navigate nursing, but she shows me that I already have the strength inside of me to do well and that I'm truly not alone. That has felt like the warmest hug as a first time postpartum mother, and patient care I really value. Not to mention that my son is always so calm with her! He receives craniosacral therapy treatment from her and I am always amazed at how relaxed he is during and after our sessions. Breastfeeding has brought up many questions for me but I have found many answers (and so much comfort) under April's guidance.

- Jessica Michelle D.

Nicky  Prince

Wethersfield, Connecticut

Nicky Prince

8 years of experience

My passion is helping people overcome struggles especially when it comes to health. I have been a breastfeeding counselor for 7 years and an IBCLC for 3 years. I have a masters degree in biology and am a mother to 2 children.

Wendy Wilson

New Milford, Connecticut

Wendy Wilson

3 years of experience

Hello! I’m Wendy, a devoted certified birth and postpartum doula, newborn care speci alist, and nutrition & wellness consultant. I’m passionate about supporting families through natural birth and empowering mothers with personalized care. My expertise in natural methods and holistic nutrition ensures that you and your baby receive the best start possible, guid ed by a commitment to empowering and nurturing11 both mother and child.

Allison Petrides

New Canaan, Connecticut

Allison Petrides

7 years of experience

After birthing three children within a time span of five years, I couldn't help but recognize how overwhelming pregnancy, childbirth and parenting in general can be. I also had an unfavorable birthing experience with my first child. I was young, under-supported with financially limited options and felt "under-qualified" to be part of labor and delivery decision making. I simply left everything up to my obstetrician. I was told what to do and what not to do, what to take, where to go and even when to push. I was rarely asked for consent, but rather told what they were doing to me as they decided to do it. It all felt so clinical, as if I was in the hospital due to an illness rather than a healthy, natural event. I felt lonely, helpless and scared for three days straight. Needless to say, the experience left me wondering what could have been done differently and what choices each pregnant mother has to create a more empowered, positive birthing experience. ​ The moment I discovered doula work, it gave me a sense of relief learning that our society has a support system specially geared for the mother to be guided and assisted through this journey. I personally feel that our culture has brainwashed us to believe that childbirth is simply a painful burden to endure. (Cue television and movie clips where the laboring woman is screaming bloody murder and everyone is rushing around her as if there is a scary emergency to be remedied.) However, with the right knowledge and support, there can be such beauty and empowerment that comes with knowing all of your choices and feeling in control while fully trusting that your body has the capability and the strength to do exactly what it's meant to do - create new life and make miracles happen. ​ I am a certified labor doula (CLD) and certified postpartum doula (CPD) through CAPPA (Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association). I actively attend workshops, courses and continuing education classes on childbirth, hypnobirthing, fetal positioning, breastfeeding, postpartum, baby care basics and holding space for pregnancy loss in the Fairfield County, CT area. I am also Certified in Usui Reiki Levels I & II. ​ I am passionate about childbirth and I work incredibly hard to ensure that my clients have a positive and memorable birth experience however they may envision that to look like. My goal is for you to feel informed, respected and for your voice to be heard by your birthing team in your chosen birth environment.

Megan Mendoza

Darien, Connecticut

Megan Mendoza

5 years of experience

My name is Megan Mendoza, I’m a birth doula and am passionate about educating birthing people and helping them learn about their options when it comes to childbirth and postpartum. I have an incredible husband, David. Together we have two amazing and very energetic little boys Grover and August, and a sweet heart of a dog Lola. As a family we love to hike and travel as much as we can. While I was pregnant with our second (August) we traveled full time in a school bus converted into a tiny house. This is when I really found my voice to advocate for myself. Everyone thought (and told us several times!) that we were crazy for having a young toddler and expanding our family while we didn’t have a "typical" house. But I knew that it was possible and that I was going to have the birth I had dreamed about. A few months later I was able to have an empowered V-BAC birth. Through this experience I discovered my love for helping women find their own voices and to help advocate for themselves to have the empowered births they desire, whatever that may be.

Victoria Hall

Hartford, Connecticut

Victoria Hall

23 years of experience

I'm Victoria Hall, a Birth & Postpartum Doula, Certified Newborn Care Specialist, and Career Nanny. With over 15 years of hands-on experience, I provide comprehensive care for families before and after childbirth. My passion is to empower parents, nurture newborns, and bring peace of mind to families during this special time. Whether you need emotional support, newborn guidance, or help around the home, I'm here to serve with compassion and professionalism.

Amber Sehrt

Glastonbury, Connecticut

Amber Sehrt

13 years of experience

As a mother of four, I understand how overwhelming it can be to prepare for a photo session with little ones. THAT’S WHY I CREATED ONE BIG HAPPY PHOTO. I design a personal and meaningful experience for you to enjoy. And at the end of it, you’ll have beautiful artwork and heirloom photographs featuring your favorite little people. Over the past eight years, it’s been my joy to photograph over 500 families. I am also an award-winning Master Newborn Photographer and Master Maternity Photographer.