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.

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!

Nicole Spearman Akwe, CD

Bayonne, New Jersey

Nicole Spearman Akwe, CD

12 years of experience

I have been providing birthing support, assistance, and care since 2013 nationally across the United States with a specialty in birth/miscarriage/abortion aftercare. So far, I have attended 4 births and have provided prenatal and post-partum services for over 10+ women. I am walking in my calling and I believe that all women deserve to have affordable support and care during birth. I am an African-American certified Muslim doula and I'm willing to work with all walks of life, religions, and cultures. I am so excited to meet new mothers!

Antionette Wearing

Bayonne, New Jersey

Antionette Wearing

4 years of experience

As a full-spectrum doula, my purpose is to hold space for pregnant people through the profound journey of creating life - offering compassionate support during the prenatal, birth, and postpartum stages. I am here to help them reclaim their voice, reconnect with their creativity, and step into their inherent power as they navigate not only the physical aspects of birth but the emotional and spiritual transitions of life. Through every stage, I aim to empower them to feel seen, heard, and deeply supported in their transformation. I am committed to educating and uplifting my clients by sharing the rich history of Black women in birth work, ensuring that their stories are included in the broader narrative. I empower people to write and reclaim their own birth narratives, allowing their voices to be heard and honoring the legacy of Black women in this sacred space.

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.

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.

Tanya Hudson

North Amityville, New York

Tanya Hudson

12 years of experience

Tanya is a professional and experienced Newborn Care Specialist that has worked with families when the baby arrives home from the hospital and continue until both the employer and myself feel it is time to move on and make a difference in another families lives. I simply love children, passionate about providing care, reliable, compassionate and patient. I enjoy traveling to different states on assignments. I have worked with elite families and understand that privacy and confidentiality is of utmost importance working with a high profile family. Working as a (NCS) has allowed me to become informed of the latest techniques of things such as: colic, burping, breastfeeding and getting your infant to sleep through the night by twelve to sixteen weeks. I am available 24/7 for a baby and when the parents need me.

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.

Aliya Barnes

West Orange, New Jersey

5.0 (3 reviews)

Aliya Barnes

5 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello! I am a Aliya Barnes, the owner of The PPLS Birth. Our mission is to return birth to the people and give the power back to the community. I am a full spectrum doula specializing with first time moms and young moms! I am a huge advocate for education! Please feel free to reach out for all childbirth education as well as birth services. I look forward to meeting you 🙂

Recent review

Aliya is amazing! She helped me write my birth plan, offered different things I didn’t even know I wanted and schooled both me and my partner on things we had no knowledge about. She made me feel more confident going into my induction. (Babygirl didn’t wanna come out) She was there for basically the whole thing. She supported me in ways I can’t thank her enough for. She made sure all my needs were met and the doctors were doing exactly what I asked. I truly don’t know what I would’ve done without her.

- Cameron B.

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.

Orlismar Ricci

Copiague, New York

Orlismar Ricci

13 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello, my name is Orlismar (Abby) and I am a professional Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula based in Long Island, New York. I have over 10 years of experience supporting families and caring for newborns, preemies, and twins. I focus on helping parents feel confident, rested, and supported during the early days of their baby’s life. I am CPR and first aid certified and always aim to create a calm and caring environment that fits each family’s unique needs. I speak both English and Spanish fluently, and I enjoy working with families from all backgrounds. In my free time, I love crocheting baby items and doing other creative crafts. It brings me a lot of joy to make things that are thoughtful and meaningful.

Rita Buchanan

West Babylon, New York

Rita Buchanan

19 years of experience

Hello there !!! My name is Rita Buchanan and I am a birth Doula !! I have spent 17 years of my life working in Obstetrics and Gynecology. It was then when I realized my passion for birth work . Comforting , assisting and emotionally supporting woman and families has been very rewarding to me. As a former teen mom , now a mother of three and grandmother of two , I know how important it is to be a voice to those that feel unheard . To provide advocacy and hold space to those in need. To be apart of something much bigger than myself . This is my true calling . I love people and pray I get the chance to touch as many lives , through birth work and humanly possible. Every family I get to assist is my great joy ..

Christine Becerra

Caldwell, New Jersey

1.0 (1 review)

Christine Becerra

7 years of experience

Hi, I’m Christine! Throughout my six pregnancies and three births, I learned how vital it is to have a strong support system through each step and event. Every family looks different but something we all have in common is the need for unwavering guidance during some of life’s most vulnerable times. My intention is for you to feel confident and ready for all that is to come! To help you do so, I will offer up-to-date knowledge and full support of your wishes. I wholeheartedly believe that you should be able to make your experience your own and trust your body. You might be worried about all the changes to come or feel unprepared, but I want to help give you all the tools you need to feel ready. My goal is to help you reach YOUR goals, whatever they may be. I believe in being my clients ally through every path and take great pride in being Your Family Doula.

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.

Yahaira Ruiz

Deer Park, New York

Yahaira Ruiz

5 years of experience

Hello parents! My name is Yahaira Ruiz, and I’m a trained Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula with professional experience supporting families throughout Long Island. I specialize in providing compassionate, structured, and reliable care for newborns, ensuring their safety, comfort, and healthy development from the very first days at home. In my role, I assist parents with establishing feeding and sleep routines, maintaining detailed care records, and creating a calm and nurturing environment for both baby and family. My background in childcare has helped me develop strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, while responding confidently in any situation. I take great pride in offering families not just hands-on newborn care, but also reassurance, discretion, and professionalism during such a special time in their lives. Fluent in both English and Spanish, I’m dedicated to making every family feel supported and empowered as they adjust to life with their new baby.

Jacquee Daley

Newark, New Jersey

Jacquee Daley

14 years of experience

High end newborn care specialist, Postpartum Doula & Sleep Train Coach with over 12 years experience. Highly recommended & sort after with many references. My main priority is taking care of babies, however I also specialize in making sure my parents are well rested, adjusted, knowledgeable about baby’s care, bond with baby and happy with my service. I pride myself on working as a team player , dependable, efficient, warm & open to questions & concerns, knowledgeable, flexible & punctual. With my experience & expertise the goal is for parents to have an enjoyable & memorable experience.

Ashley Neil

Irvington, New Jersey

Ashley Neil

2 years of experience

Hi, I’m Ashley – your full-spectrum doula and childbirth educator. Rooted in compassion, ancestral wisdom, and a deep love for supporting birthing people and families, I offer holistic, heart-centered care through every stage of the reproductive journey — from fertility and conception to birth, postpartum, and beyond. As a trained medicine woman and wellness advocate, I bring a unique blend of traditional knowledge, evidence-based education, and intuitive presence to every space I hold. Whether you're preparing for your first birth or navigating a new chapter of parenthood, I’m here to walk alongside you, uplift you, and remind you of your power. Let’s co-create a sacred, supported, and informed experience tailored to your needs, your body, and your vision of care.

Vernell Castle

Irvington, New Jersey

Vernell Castle

13 years of experience

Hello, my name is Vernell Castle. I am a New Born Care Specialist/Postpartum Doula located in New Jersey. I enjoy acquiring new skills and learning to provide informed and informational support to families in a judgement free manner. In my free time i enjoy travel, rest and relaxation.

Lauren Oak

West Babylon, New York

Lauren Oak

7 years of experience

I am a certified Postpartum Doula and Certified Lactation Counselor. I have extensive experience working with families of multiples. My goal is to help new parents rest and enjoy the postpartum period.

Sarina Harty

Peekskill, New York

Sarina Harty

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

As a birth and postpartum doula, I am honored to share my story with you. My commitment to supporting and empowering families during the transformative experience of childbirth is deeply rooted in my own origin story. I am originally from Laredo, Texas, a city on the Texas-Mexico border. Raised in Mexican-American upbringings, I grew up on the frontera, minutes from the border. I moved to New York City in 2009 to attend New York University’s Steinhardt’s School Counseling and Guidance program. After living in Manhattan and Queens, I moved to the suburbs, Peekskill, NY in 2020. My birth and postpartum doula journey began during 2022 when I recognized the need for comprehensive, inclusive and compassionate support for expectant parents. Drawing from my personal birth experience as a woman of color, a mother and extensive knowledge as a certified doula, I set out to create a space that celebrates the beauty and strength of childbirth. Thus, Mariposa Doula Care was born in 2022. Outside of my doula work, I am an avid advocate for immigration, holding space for the BIPOC community and dedicating time to community education. My devotion to fostering a positive birthing experience extends to empowering families with knowledge and resources, ensuring they embark on their parenting journey with confidence. When not immersed in the world of birth and postpartum care, I enjoy spending time with my husband and daughter and discovering new outdoor spots in Westchester County. I aim to provide doula care to all families, all backgrounds including but not limited to: BIPOC, single parents, LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent families.