Melissa Lucchesi

Villanova, Pennsylvania

5.0 (2 reviews)

Melissa Lucchesi

8 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi! My name is Melissa Lucchesi. I am a certified fertility, birth and postpartum doula and maternal mental health coach. I own Moon Sage Mama, which is a beautiful cooperative made up of amazing trauma-informed and mental health and wellness supportive doulas! I have spent the last 2 decades in the trauma world, and deeply know professionally and personally how much trauma-informed support in the birth and postpartum space matters. That’s why everyone who works with us can be assured gentle and loving, compassionate support through a trauma-informed lens. That means “Your body. Your birth. Your baby.” Whether you carry with you a trauma history, prior birth or fertility trauma, extra anxieties, or you just want an extra layer of loving kindness in your support, reach out and connect! Wishing you a beautiful, healing birthing day!

Recent review

I have been so lucky to hire Melissa twice as a doula now and I could not recommend her services enough. She is a wonderful advocate for mothers and truly listened to what I needed. She gave me the space to think about what my needs might be and I don’t think I would have known without her there to ask those questions. She helped prep our whole family in a way where I felt so well cared for. For both of the births Melissa was there for, as soon as she walked in I felt a huge sigh of relief. She was there and she had me and my back and I fully trusted her to guide me. We were also fortunate enough to hire her postpartum doulas! We had the pleasure of working with Veronica, Danielle and Bernadette. Everyone brought different outstanding qualities that were a total joy to experience. They went above and beyond to learn about our families needs and fit right in. I trusted all of them with my postpartum care, cooking meals, giving my husband a break and endless sibling entertainment for my bigger kids so I could snuggle in bed with our new baby. I felt so well supported my body was able to heal physically and I could emotionally take space when needed. There was always round the clock care and they were quick to fill our schedule when I quickly realized I needed more support than I had initially intended. I wish all mothers could experience this kind of care.

- dani p.

cathya ocasio

Stratford, New Jersey

cathya ocasio

6 years of experience

Hi, I’m Cathy, a trauma-informed postpartum doula with 5 years of experience supporting families through the fourth trimester. I’m especially passionate about helping moms navigate perinatal mood disorders, establish healthy sleep hygiene and routines, and feel grounded during this big transition. My goal is to provide compassionate, personalized care so you feel supported, confident, and nurtured as you and your baby adjust together. Experience supporting parents through adoption, breastfeeding support and parents of multiples.

Maria Silver Pyanov

Abington Township, Pennsylvania

5.0 (1 review)

Maria Silver Pyanov

19 years of experience

Hi! I'm Maria Silver Pyanov and I’m a birth doula, postpartum doula, childbirth educator, and parent educator since 2007. What does that mean? It means my job is to help you have your best birth experience and feel confident during early parenting. I specialize in prenatal education, personal and privately tailored parent education during and after pregnancy, and in-home postpartum support. I provide practical and emotional support and education from conception through early parenthood. Looking for a childbirth class? I provide group and private classes. Looking for continuous labor support? We're there every step of the way. Need in-home help after you baby arrives? My team and I are the Mary Poppins for new parents, working our magic to make sure YOU feel supported and cared for. Beyond exhausted? I’m here to help you get overnight rest with a postpartum doula or with sleep coaching and guidance. I’ve been affectionately referred to as the living Google of pregnancy, birth, and parenting . And as a mom of six living kids who have been birthed at home, in a birth center, a hospital, and via c-section, I have the personal experience behind all of my professional education and training to really prepare and support families.

Recent review

She is incredibly knowledgable, compassionate and kind. Her very unique journey makes it possible for her to meet anyone where they are, understand one's needs or goals and help them through the birthing and parenthood experience. Highly recommend!

- Kay L.

Cynthia Hillocks

Gloucester Township, New Jersey

5.0 (8 reviews)

Cynthia Hillocks

7 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am a compassionate and expert childbirth educator and a birth and traditional postpartum doula. I provide emotional, physical, and informational support to ensure you have the most empowering, calming, and positive birthing experience possible. With my guidance, you will feel confident, informed, and in control of your choices. Let's work together to create a memorable and beautiful birth story. Create your journey, your birth, your story, your way! *Essential Doula Care Services LLC is certified and fully insured.

Recent review

Cynthia has been such a great Doula in my postpartum experience. She has helped me emotionally and physically transition into the postpartum phase. She has a kind and gentle spirit. She is patient and thoughtful. On each occasion where she came, she provided a postpartum meal or a useful gift which was a very thoughtful surprise. She takes her role as a postpartum Doula very seriously and is extremely prepared and made me feel safe and assured during the postpartum activities, she also made herself available to me for any questions that I have following and provided some useful resources and networks related to issues and questions that I had. I would highly recommend her to anyone that is interested in postpartum services.

- Alexis O.

Evana Cooper

Mount Laurel Township, New Jersey

Evana Cooper

8 years of experience

Evana Cooper is a certified Midwives Assistant, Labor and Postpartum Doula and Childbirth Educator. She certified as a doula and childbirth educator in 2019 with AMANIBIRTH. She is an experienced youth educator, and a committed advocate to the necessity of families experiencing empowered birth experiences. A mother of four herself, she began her journey to birth-work after experiencing first-hand the struggles of birthing her own children without assistance from any immediate family. She now strives to pass on what she has learned to other mothers and works tirelessly under her own brand to serve, educate, and empower families through labor and postpartum.

Harmony McQuillan

Washington Township, New Jersey

5.0 (1 review)

Harmony McQuillan

5 years of experience

Hello. My name is Harmony and I am a Certified Lamaze Childbirth Educator, Certified Lacatation Counselor and Birth Doula. I am a former elementary teacher and the love of teaching continues in my evidence based childbirth classes. After having my 3rd child, my love of supporting birthing people blossomed. With continuous support, education and tools to help you advocate for yourself, you will have the birth you want. I service South Jersey, Parts of PA and Delaware. My office is located upstairs at Sicklerville Chiropractic.

Recent review

Harmony's assistance was invaluable to us during my pregnancy, labor, delivery, and post partum. She helped me to understand a lot of the processes both that my body would go through and that the medical system would put me through, which was incredibly helpful in making more informed decisions and planning for what would be an unorthodox birth. Harmony helped me flesh out my birth plan more completely, which helped me to feel more in control when the time came to make medical decisions. Additionally, she was there through a significant portion of my LONG labor and assisted not only with that process, but also with providing support to my teenage daughter, who was present for labor and who experienced some anxiety because of it. She video called with me in the hospital during my recovery to help me navigate caring for my babies and preparing for breastfeeding despite their need for NICU treatment. Harmony went above and beyond to connect me with someone who could help me with the challenges of breastfeeding twins when I struggled post-partum. We truly cannot imagine what this process would've looked like without her and would (and already have!) recommended her highly to friends and family!

- COURTNEY M.

Joy Batchelder

Swedesboro, New Jersey

Joy Batchelder

3 years of experience

My name is Joy. I am a mother to three sweet kids, one fur baby and wife to my husband, Joey. I am an ECC Veterinary Technician turned Doula and so excited for this new chapter. I am a caretaker, supporter and encourager by nature. I grew up as the oldest of four children, always the caretaker and mini mother. Helping people is where I have always thrived and felt most at home. I am now using these God given gifts to support women during what can be one of the most vulnerable, emotional, and impactful times of their life.

Julie DiBella

Swedesboro, New Jersey

5.0 (1 review)

Julie DiBella

6 years of experience

I'm passionate about helping women have the birthing experience they desire and hope for. Planning, preparing and practicing is where it starts. I always invest so much into my clients that in the end, they become lifelong friends.

Recent review

When I found out I was pregnant, the thought of having a doula never crossed my mind. It seemed a little bougie for me, but when my doctor left the practice, I started to think about it. It was the best decision I made. At our first meeting, we went over my birth plan. Julie gave me things to work on at home, but she also came back another time to make sure I knew how to do those exercises. She was always checking in, and she always answered right away when I had questions throughout my pregnancy. When I (finally) went into labor, I was texting Julie in the middle of the night while I left my husband sleep. She came over later in the morning and I labored at home as long as I could. Julie had me doing all kinds on different movements and exercises to naturally progress labor because my plan was to go without an epidural (spoiler:I did not make it ha). My labor at the hospital was longer than I anticipated, and Julie never left my side. When I caved and got the epidural, she continued to help me with body positioning to try to progress labor without drugs. She spent 2 nights in the hospital with us. I finally delivered a baby girl and it was a beautiful moment. But just when Julie probably thought she was home free to go home to her bed my placenta would not deliver. I was rushed to the OR and my husband was left with our baby, terrified and confused. Julie did not leave his side. When I returned to recovery but clearly still having issues, Julie called my parents for my husband and did not leave his side until she met my parents and they basically forced her to go home and get some rest. I was in the hospital for 10 days and Julie was in constant communication with my husband to check on me. When I came home, she was one of the first people I wanted to see. If you're on the fence about hiring Julie, stop thinking and just do it. Not only will Julie make you feel more prepared and relaxed going into labor, but you will come out feeling like she's family.

- Nicole F.

ashley pole

Swedesboro, New Jersey

ashley pole

6 years of experience

Hi! I'm Ashley Pole, a birth and postpartum doula that services New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. I've always had a passion for helping new moms find their strength and supporting babies transition to the world. I am prodoula certified and own my own doula agency, giving me and my team the opportunity to help as many families as possible. Birth and postpartum can be beautiful experiences, and I do my best to ensure that mom (and partner) feels supported and cared for through it all.

Danielle Perry

Burlington, New Jersey

5.0 (2 reviews)

Danielle Perry

6 years of experience

Hello everyone, my name is Danielle. I’m originally from Trenton, New Jersey and now live in Burlington, serving families across Mercer, Burlington, and Camden counties. I hold a Master of Public Health and am passionate about maternal and child health and birth justice. I believe you are the expert of your own body and that your intuition matters. My role as a doula is to support and advocate for you while ensuring you have the information and education needed to make informed, confident decisions that align with your values and birth goals.

Recent review

Danielle assisted me during the prenatal, birthing and postpartum periods for my second baby. It was my second planned home birth, but in a different city and I was nervous about finding a new birthing team. After meeting with Danielle and expressing my birthing desires I knew she was the perfect doula for me. She brings a lot of thought and consideration in everything she does. She’s extremely professional, astute, timely and reliable. During times of uncertainty, she reassured me of myself and made me laugh and when I needed it the most. She showed so much care to my family at a very venerable time and even made our oldest child feel comfortable as he ushered in his sibling. I cannot express how pleased I am with her services. If I had to give birth again, she’d be the first person I reached out to.

- Shakeemah W.

Malika Frank

Burlington, New Jersey

Malika Frank

8 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am a Full Service Doula who specialises in and provides support to all birthing persons from bump to birth to baby and beyond..

Iyonia (i-Yah-Na) Guinyard

Burlington, New Jersey

Iyonia (i-Yah-Na) Guinyard

7 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Greetings All My name is Iyonia Shavon. I have been a Certified Perinatal Doula, Uzazi Village, 2019, Certified Labor Doula, CAPPA 2023, & NJDLC Doula Mentor. In 2021 I became a NJ Medicaid Doula contract provider with all New Jersey Managed Care organizations and founded my private doula practice Kind Comforting Births LLC. In January of 2023 I contracted with Commercial Horizon BCBS NJ Omnia self pay plans . In August 2024 I expanded to offer services to Horizon BCBS Federal Employee Pilot Program for doula care! As of December 2025 I can now accept Carrot Insurance! I have a passion to serve my community and all birthing persons especially those in BIPOC communities in efforts to decrease infant & maternal mortality rates. I will honor your, voice, and ensure your are provided you with the birth experience you’ve dreamt of. My mission is to decrease the terrible disparities in maternal black health by serving birth by birth and mentoring future doulas.

Deshonda Washington

Lumberton Township, New Jersey

5.0 (1 review)

Deshonda Washington

11 years of experience

Hi, I’m Dee, a certified birth doula and the heart behind Dee the Labor Doula LLC. I believe every family deserves a safe, supported, and empowering birth experience. My role is to provide comfort, knowledge, and encouragement so you feel seen, heard, and confident as you welcome your baby into the world. Serving families throughout South Jersey and the Philadelphia area

Recent review

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Working with Dee the Labor Doula was truly a blessing! From the very first conversation, Dee made me feel comfortable, supported, and understood. She was there every step of the way checking in during my pregnancy, answering my late night questions, and making sure I felt prepared for birth. During labor, Dee was calm, reassuring, and such a strong advocate for me. She helped with breathing, comfort measures, and reminded me of my strength when I started to doubt myself. My partner also felt included and supported, which made the experience even more special for us as a family. Postpartum, Dee continued to check in and provide resources that made the transition into motherhood so much smoother. I can’t thank her enough for her compassion, knowledge, and care. If you’re in South Jersey or the Philadelphia area and looking for a doula, I HIGHLY recommend Dee the Labor Doula LLC! — Happy Mama & Family

- Amanda J.

Nyfisa C. Rabb

Malvern, Pennsylvania

5.0 (3 reviews)

Nyfisa C. Rabb

22 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Nyfisa C. Rabb, CD(DONA)
 Founder of Birth Ur Way! | Doula Educator at CoCoLife.black Nyfisa C. Rabb is a proud native of Philadelphia and an alumna of Temple University, where she earned her degree in Early Childhood Education. Her journey into birth work began over 20 years ago, sparked by her experiences supporting friends and family through pregnancy and childbirth without the guidance and advocacy they needed. That calling led her to establish Birth Ur Way! a full-spectrum doula practice grounded in compassion, empowerment, and education. With more than two decades of experience, Nyfisa provides the kind of care she once longed for, support that is intentional, personal, and transformative. She finds deep fulfillment in helping families bring to life the vision they hold for their births. Her guiding belief is: 
“Your body. Your birth. Your plan.” In addition to supporting families, Nyfisa shares her expertise as a doula certification instructor with CoCoLife.black, where she trains and mentors the next generation of birth workers. Her teaching is rooted in culturally responsive, community-centered care. Nyfisa is also committed to addressing disparities in maternal health. She equips her clients with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to advocate for themselves, make informed decisions, and navigate the medical system with clarity and strength. She values collaboration with healthcare providers while always centering her clients' needs and birth preferences.

Recent review

We engaged Nyfisa for the full package, and are grateful for the exceptional support she provided. From the initial consultation through delivery, she addressed every question, alleviated concerns, and managed each hurdle with Olympian poise. Her compassionate, family-centered approach fostered a sense of safety and support, enabling us to navigate unexpected challenges while achieving an empowering birth experience. Our family is blessed to have Nyfisa as our doula. With our heartfelt thanks, we extend our appreciation.

- Ashley G.

Michelle El Khoury

Richboro, Pennsylvania

5.0 (1 review)

Michelle El Khoury

11 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hey there! I'm Michelle, and I'm all about helping you rock the wild ride of becoming a parent. Let's face it, stepping away from work for months on end just isn't an option for many of us. With over two decades in healthcare and a ton of experience as a doula, childbirth educator, and yoga instructor, I blend evidence-based strategies with mindfulness to help you transition into parenthood. Curious to learn more? Let's chat! Book a call with me, and let's figure out how to make your parenting journey work. I can't wait to meet you!

Recent review

This program has helped me navigate my journey to motherhood and beyond with grace, confidence, and pride. Michelle is knowledgeable and always empowering. Her positive energy radiates as she guides you through each step.

- Monica M.

Christine Graves

Glassboro, New Jersey

5.0 (3 reviews)

Christine Graves

3 years of experience

Hi I'm Chris! I'm super passionate about all things birth. I'm a birth and postpartum doula and a lactation councelor. I have 4 grown children, I was a sign language interpreter many years ago, and worked in a local church for 20 years. I was incredibly nieve and uninformed when I had my children and it is my hearts desire to support moms through pregnancy and birth as well as those first few months after baby is born. I have no preconcieved notions as to how your birth should or should not go. I believe in supporting you in the way that fits you the best while informing you of all your options. I am excited to be following my passion and I look forward to sharing it with you.

Recent review

Chris was my birth doula, and let me say I would not have had the confidence to do an unmedicated birth as a first time mom without her support, knowledge, and guidance. Chris is EXTREMELY passionate about what she does and it is evident upon any interaction with her. She provided me with many tools to use not only while in labor, but also for pregnancy, breastfeeding, and postpartum. She made herself available to answer any questions I had, even post birth. She is tremendously supportive to any and all decisions you as a mom-to-be. She will not try to persuade you into something else. She makes it very clear it is YOUR birth and she is there to fully support you! If you are considering using Chris as a doula…please don’t think twice!! She is an incredible person..the sweetest woman you will ever meet and extremely knowledgeable! Thank you Chris!!!!

- Jacqueline C.

Debbie Chalk

Monroe, New Jersey

Debbie Chalk

50 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I have been so blessed to have jobs I have loved all my life - wife, mother, grandmother, registered nurse, pregnancy care center director, lactation consultant and certified postpartum doula. It is hard to believe it has been over 48 years since nursing school. Though I would never have thought so in nursing school, my focus has always been all things moms, babies and families. ​This journey has taken me from basic knowledge of how babies are born to a deep respect of the profound changes that take place within the childbearing family, because we are so fearfully and wonderfully made.

Kellie Lynch

West Chester, Pennsylvania

5.0 (2 reviews)

Kellie Lynch

2 years of experience

I am honored to share this space with you as a doula, supporting women through hormonal health, fertility, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care. My passion for menstrual health began over a decade ago during my senior year of nursing school. I pushed my body to its limits with early mornings, long days, and too much coffee, until symptoms like deep cystic acne and debilitating cramps forced me to listen. I sought out a practitioner who helped me understand my body and its messages, empowering me to heal myself. I went on to study plant medicine, the nervous system, and energy work, earning a master’s in clinical herbalism. In 2021, I moved to a cottage, creating medicinal gardens and deepening my connection with the natural world. The garden taught me how the body mirrors the larger cycles of life, and I now work intuitively with plants, creating teas for the women I support. That same year, I started a relationship that further refined my understanding of emotions and cyclical health. Today, I’m passionate about helping women reconnect with their body’s wisdom to heal themselves, the land, and their relationships. All my love, Kellie

Recent review

"Working with Kellie has been life-changing. She holds space with such warmth, wisdom, and care. I felt deeply seen and supported as I learned how to reconnect with myself in ways I never imagined. Her ability to guide with both deep knowledge and gentle presence is something truly special. With the tools she gently gave me, I feel confident in taking this next step on my journey ."

- Melissa M.

Maritza Pedroza

Wilmington, Delaware

Maritza Pedroza

28 years of experience

I’m a birth and postpartum doula with over 27 years of experience helping parents navigate birth or the first few weeks or months with a newborn. Certified lactation counselor with ALPP.

Shannon Kearney

Wilmington, Delaware

Shannon Kearney

3 years of experience

Hi, Congratulations on your new arrival! I'm Shannon and I am a Certified Postpartum Doula. I also offer prenatal support before your baby/babies arrive. I have my Early Childhood Certificate. I am located in Wilmington, Delaware and serve the surrounding areas. With my big family, I have always been so "In love"with babies ever since I could hold one and I came to discover that caring for babies was a special gift I was given. I always cherish each moment I have with them as I only want to share my love and care that I have for them. This is a new and exciting time in your family but it can also be a time of fatigue, stress, and chaos. This is where I fit into the picture to offer nonjudgmental support, and lots of love, care and help so that you and your family adjust and ease into your new lifestyle. In my free time, I enjoy baking, cooking, the outdoors, creating art and spending time with my family and friends.