Kayleigh Federspiel

Niagara Falls, New York

5.0 (3 reviews)

Kayleigh Federspiel

7 years of experience
Accepts insurances

It is my goal to help you feel informed and empowered during your pregnancy and delivery. Whether you are planning a hospital birth or home birth, to get an epidural or go without, I am here to provide unbiased support for you. The day you meet your new baby is one that you will remember forever. I hope to help make this experience a positive one!!

Recent review

I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional support provided by Kayleigh throughout my pregnancy journey. From the moment we connected, Kayleigh exhibited a remarkable level of professionalism, compassion, and expertise that immediately put me at ease. Throughout every step of the way, Kayleigh was not just a doula but a true guardian of my well-being. She listened attentively to all my concerns, providing invaluable guidance and reassurance. Her depth of knowledge and experience in prenatal care was evident, as she addressed each of my worries with patience and understanding. What truly set Kayleigh apart was her unwavering dedication to ensuring my comfort and safety. Whether it was through informative discussions about childbirth options, practical advice on nutrition and exercise, or emotional support during moments of uncertainty, Kayleigh was there, offering her unwavering support. During labor and delivery, Kayleigh was an indispensable presence, providing calming reassurance and advocating for my needs every step of the way. Her soothing demeanor and encouraging words were a source of strength during the most intense moments, making the birthing process feel less daunting and more manageable. I cannot imagine navigating my pregnancy journey without Kayleigh by my side. Her expertise, compassion, and unwavering support were instrumental in making my experience as smooth and empowering as possible. I wholeheartedly recommend Kayleigh to any expectant parent seeking a dedicated and compassionate doula who truly goes above and beyond to ensure the well-being of her clients.

- Maryellen D.

Elizabeth Zaker

Niagara Falls, New York

Elizabeth Zaker

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Beth is a Dona International certified Birth Doula who was born and raised in the Buffalo/Niagara community. After having her own family and realizing the importance of healing women at their most vulnerable and important time, she decided to dedicate herself to empowering the women in her own community. With a passion for supporting without bias and letting people make their own choices, she is able to help others feel confident enough to finally advocate for themselves and feel comfortable. Beth is a Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support, as well as a safe sleep ambassador who can help her clients through any and all aspects of pregnancy and birth. She also is a Breastfeeding Peer Advocate, that will support your family no matter how you choose to feed your baby! Certified and experienced in placenta preparation, so please feel free to inquire about those services as well!

Symone Brown

Tonawanda, New York

Symone Brown

2 years of experience

Hi my name is Symone. I am a birth doula and soon-to-be photographer. I am the face of Cozy Nest Doula Services in Tonawanda New York and I would be honored to work with you.

Shannon Johns

Buffalo, New York

Shannon Johns

11 years of experience
Accepts insurances

We are a group of certified and community Birth and Postpartum Doulas. We also provide breastfeeding, lactation support.

Shyana Broughton

Buffalo, New York

Shyana Broughton

9 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Welcome to Our Mommie Village. We love to support moms to be with a group model of care that addresses healthy mind, body and spirit from preconception through postpartum. We focus on building supports for the new mom to be to empower her as much as possible through her journey.

Shareedah Al-Hark

Snyder, New York

Shareedah Al-Hark

15 years of experience

Hello I’m a Mother of 1 beautiful baby Boy. My Goal is to educate and prepare parents to bring their littles into the birth space safe. I am currently only taking private pay clients as early as not pregnant yet to almost due (no later than 32 weeks) and just want birthing support

Elizabeth Jasper

Snyder, New York

Elizabeth Jasper

2 years of experience
Accepts insurances

My name is Elizabeth. I am a mom of eight. I am all about empowering and supporting expected moms on and during their birthing journey. My mission is to provide a calm and empowering birth experience. I also aim to remove the fear that most mother’s have about childbirth by ensuring you have the birthing experience that you will cherish.

Rhiannon Needham

Buffalo, New York

5.0 (1 review)

Rhiannon Needham

8 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi everyone! My name is Rhiannon and I have been a doula since 2019. I am a birth and postpartum doula, with additional knowledge in conception, fertility, and loss.

Recent review

I cannot recommend Rhiannon and her doula services enough! During my consultation, Rhiannon made me feel so comfortable, calm, and peaceful about the birthing process. She is such a smart, loving, and down-to earth person to have in your corner! I was so nervous about labor and delivery (and everything else that comes after!) But Rhiannon helped me with a birthing plan, (and postpartum plan) gave me GREAT TIPS, and most importantly, listened without judging me, my choices, or my many fears (no matter how small!) When pregnant, EVERYONE gives you advice, but Rhiannon really listens to what YOU want, and helps you to achieve that goal. I also utilized her postpartum services too, as I was very nervous about breastfeeding/pumping. She came to the hospital and gently explained how the pump worked (my little one was in the NICU) and sat with me as I went through that first time pumping. As she sat with me, we had such a wonderful conversation. She makes sure to focus on the Mama! Naturally most people are interested in the baby (and she was WONDERFUL with my little girl too) but she helped me feel like everything I was going through, and feeling was SO normal, especially when my hormones were making my emotions go up and down. It felt like having both a counselor, and a best friend by my side, at the same time. You will not regret using Rhiannon as your Doula! She will care for you, advocate for you, and most importantly, help you feel happy and calm about bringing your little bundle into the world!

- Jenny A.

Alysa Johnson

Buffalo, New York

Alysa Johnson

3 years of experience

Hello! My name is Alysa! I am a mother, photographer, and faith-based, holistic-minded birth/postpartum doula working towards my certification. I have completed my trainings and am ready to start serving families! I provide support for labor, birth, and postpartum as well as birth planning services here in the WNY area. I am passionate about not only empowering birth, but empowering women as a whole. Our bodies are temples, birth is sacred, a natural physiological process that God created us to do! This process shouldn’t be feared, but respected and supported! Motherhood can be intimidating, even if this isn’t your first time around. My goal as your doula is to ensure that you feel heard, confident, and supported through each step of your journey.

Caitlan Wilber

Buffalo, New York

Caitlan Wilber

6 years of experience

I am a DONA-trained Postpartum Doula and owner of Sage Support. No experience of my life has been as foundation-rattling as having my first child. My husband and I lived far from family and friends, and - like most - our family had other day-to-day responsibilities that kept them busy. Add in a (short) NICU stay, early feeding challenges, and insufficient paternity leave, and I was a mess. In those early days, in between visits from our mothers and sisters, I constructed a tiny village of “nice ladies” - lactation consultants, speech language pathologists, a weekly breastfeeding group, and a psychologist - to put myself back together and stabilize my daughter’s eating. I believe that our country needs significant policy changes that better support families, birthing people, and infants. In the meantime, postpartum doulas can help fill that gap. I went through DONA postpartum doula and breastfeeding training in January 2021, and I’m working on the final requirements to be fully certified. I will work hard to support your family and refer you to other evidence-based professionals.

Malissa Larson

Buffalo, New York

Malissa Larson

13 years of experience
Accepts insurances

MALISSA LARSON Certified doula (DONA) & Postpartum Doula, Authorized yoga teacher Level 1 Trained in Neonatal Resuscitation & Infant CPR Fully Vaccinated from COVID-19. Malissa has been a labor doula since 2014 and has attended over 70 births. A DONA certified doula, she is committed to lifelong learning and their standards and ethics. Other trainings include certification through DONA, Life Cycles in Buffalo, NY, Inspired Birth in NM, Neonatal resuscitation with Karen Strange and, Infant CPR, and proud to be a part of the doula team serving families at the Birthing Center of Buffalo. A yoga teacher since 2006, Malissa utilizes her experience before, during, and after birth. She’s taught in various yoga schools nationally including Albuquerque, NM, Buffalo, NY, and NYC including operating her school, Ashtanga Yoga Buffalo, from 2014-2021.

Meghan Warner

Buffalo, New York

Meghan Warner

6 years of experience

I am a certified birth doula, with special training in VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) and am also a Certified Lactation Counselor. I became a doula after my own empowering births and felt a calling to support families throughout birth and breastfeeding. I believe that birth is a unique, individual experience that deserves presence, encouragement, and support. Being a guide as one navigates the unknowns and weighs the decisions of birth is one of my greatest honors, next to being a mother. I believe that doulas can change the world by inspiring calm and confidence in birthing parents. I love the power of birth to connect couples and delights in helping them work as a team. Birth is a deeply transformative experience and one that I will guide you through with compassion and enduring support. I love spending time with my two toddlers and husband, going on nature walks, reading or journaling, and digging in my flower and vegetable gardens.

Ashley May-Smith

Cheektowaga, New York

5.0 (1 review)

Ashley May-Smith

2 years of experience

Hi everyone! My name is Ashley and I’m a birth doula servicing the Buffalo area. I was inspired to become a doula after helping my sister with the birth of my niece. As a doula, my job is to provide you with education, support, and to protect your peace during labor. Please feel free to reach out and see if my services fit your needs!

Recent review

Ashley was kind, patient, and caring. All that I could have asked for my birthing experience that was stressful for a variety of reasons. I cannot express enough how important it is for us all to have an informed advocate during the birthing process. I couldn’t recommend Ashley enough.

- Kelsey A.

Danielle Foti

Lockport, New York

Danielle Foti

13 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello all, I am a birth doula (DONA certified), placenta preparation specialist (WCPS certified), and childbirth educator (trained by ProDoula) serving the Western New York area. I also have a background in Biological Anthropology. I am passionate about using my cumulative knowledge to support and educate the pregnant & birthing people of my community, improving birth outcomes, and changing the narrative around childbirth. I've always been drawn to the non-clinical role of a doula, providing education with evidence-based information, supporting parents through pregnancy, labor, birth and beyond, and normalizing birth and breastfeeding in our culture. I strive to bring a calm, encouraging, non-judgmental presence into your birth space, along with a dash of humor.

Nicole Rugani

Buffalo, New York

Nicole Rugani

3 years of experience

Learning about being a doula here to see how I’ll be able to cater to my future clients.

Mikayla Davis

Buffalo, New York

Mikayla Davis

Welcome friends, my name is Mikayla Castilloux and I am a certified birth doula located in Buffalo, NY. I'm passionate about supporting families through every stage of pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey with compassion, knowledge and calm reassurance. My goal is to help parents become empowered and informed, while feeling nurtured as they welcome their blessing into the world. While l'm not working with families, I love spending time outdoors, making memories with my family and watching a good movie.

Kirsten & Hannah Moll & DiFrancesco

Cheektowaga, New York

Kirsten & Hannah Moll & DiFrancesco

2 years of experience

At BirthWise Buffalo, we offer Christ-centered doula care, childbirth education, and lactation support designed to nurture both body and spirit. Whether you’re preparing for birth, navigating labor, or adjusting in the postpartum season, we provide evidence-based guidance and compassionate presence every step of the way. Our heart is to serve your family with dignity, encouragement, and faith-filled care.

Colleen Young

Depew, New York

Colleen Young

6 years of experience

Mom and daughter duo, Patricia Conner and Colleen Young, have expertise as birth doulas and postpartum care. During your time with The Doula’s Daughter our goal is that you will feel respected, loved, and cared for. Our hope is that you walk away feeling confident in your birth choices and receive unwavering support. We will provide you with evidence based research along with years of experience find a birth or postpartum plan that is best for you and your growing family.

Shavonne Stevens

Irving, New York

Shavonne Stevens

6 years of experience

My name is Shavonne Stevens (Seneca, Wolf Clan) and I reside on Seneca Nation Territory in Irving, NY. I am a Full Spectrum Indigenous Doula and Lactation Counselor. My goal is to help empower new parents and families and provide guidance during their birth and postpartum experiences. I know I have done my job when my clients are calm, confident and prepared for any transition parenthood may take them. I am honored to share my knowledge and provide support throughout your pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey!

Ashura Rashid

Toronto, Ontario

Ashura Rashid

6 years of experience

Hello, my name is Ashura. I am a certified birth and postpartum Doula. I am very passionate about supporting new families during this transformative time. I’m known for my compassionate approach and i believe in empowering new parents with knowledge and support. I love helping families navigate the challenges of early parenthood and celebrate the joys of welcoming a new baby with confidence and ease. My passion for Doula work stems from witnessing firsthand the transformative power of postpartum support during my own journey as a mother and few families and friends i supported. I believe in creating a nurturing environment where families can thrive. My Doula services includes practical support with newborn care, breastfeeding, baby soothing, and light household tasks, as well as emotional and informational support. I'm also very passionate about providing personalized care. outside of Doula work, I enjoy spending quality time with my family, spa date, cook and clean, because i believe a clean environment is good for peace of mind. I'm excited to connect with you and learn more about your birth and postpartum journey!