Baby Sleep Consultants & Coaches Near Me in Reading, PA

I’m Clarissa Alves, a certified doula and the person behind Mooncradle Matrescence. My work is rooted in bodily autonomy, informed consent, reproductive justice, and the belief that every family deserves to be heard, respected, and supported without judgment. As an Afro-Indigenous mother born and raised in the Bronx, I know that navigating maternal healthcare as a person of color can come with its own challenges. Too often, people are dismissed, their instincts are questioned, and normal experiences are treated like problems that need to be fixed. That’s a big part of why I do this work. I want families to know their rights, understand their options, and feel empowered to make decisions about their own bodies and their own births. For me, birth work also means challenging the systems and beliefs that have shaped the way we approach pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care. I believe in decolonizing birth, honoring ancestral wisdom, and making room for evidence based care without losing sight of the person at the center of it all. Our ancestors have always had knowledge worth honoring, and families deserve care that respects both that wisdom and their individual needs. I don’t believe there is one right way to give birth. An unmedicated birth, a cesarean, a VBAC, or a birth that looks nothing like someone planned all deserve the same respect. My job isn’t to push my beliefs onto anyone or decide what their birth should look like. It’s to provide honest education, help families understand their choices, advocate for their autonomy, and stand beside them through whatever their journey looks like, including the parts that come after birth. At Mooncradle Matrescence, I want families to feel safe enough to ask questions, speak up, change their minds, and trust themselves. You deserve to be treated like a person, not a problem to manage. You deserve to have your voice heard, your boundaries respected, and your choices honored. That’s the kind of care I believe in, and that’s the kind of care I’m here to provide.

** only taking homebirth clients and Postpartum clients** Hi! I’m Kerri, birth and postpartum doula with a background in postpartum nursing. I serve mamas and families who desire a to be heard, respected, and cared for during their pregnancy and through their postpartum experience! During my time with you postpartum I strongly prioritize your rest and nourishment as a newly postpartum mama. I prep home cooked, nutrient dense meals for you and your family, keep the home tidy, light laundry, and offer hands on baby care as needed.

Hi! My name is Lindsay Idler, and I am a certified birth and postpartum doula serving the New Jersey and Philadelphia area. Having doula support at the births of my 3 children unlocked my love for all things birth and supporting & empowering women. I believe everyone has a right to a safe, positive birth experience. My practice prioritizes nonjudgmental support, information for informed decision making, and helping moms and families advocate for themselves. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my family and our sweet dog. I also love a good fire pit, reading, and crocheting.

I’m Giovonna Clifton, a Certified Doula Practitioner, Childbirth Educator, and Maternal Health Advocate serving families since 2017. I specialize in providing an elevated, concierge-style level of support for first-time parents seeking a calm, intentional, and well-supported birth experience. My approach blends evidence-based education with attentive, personalized care, allowing clients to feel confident, prepared, and at ease from pregnancy through the early postpartum period. I work closely with each family to understand their preferences, values, and vision for birth, offering individualized education, continuous emotional and physical support, and thoughtful advocacy. Throughout the process, I prioritize discretion, trust, and clear communication, partnering seamlessly with medical teams to ensure a cohesive and supportive experience. Grounded in respect and dignity, my goal is to create a refined, high-touch experience that allows families to focus fully on welcoming their baby with confidence and peace of mind.

Hi, I’m Joy, a birth and postpartum doula and pediatric sleep consultant with advanced lactation training. I support families through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and beyond with a calm, practical, judgment-free approach. As a mom of four grown children and a grandmother, I bring both professional training and decades of hands-on experience with babies and families. During pregnancy and birth, I help you feel informed, prepared, and confident in your choices, while providing steady emotional and physical support throughout labor. After baby arrives, I can continue supporting you through postpartum recovery, feeding, newborn care, sleep, and adjusting to life with your new baby. My goal is simple: to help you feel supported and confident as you navigate this huge transition. When I’m not supporting families, you’ll usually find me spending time with my own family, traveling in our RV, hiking, biking, or exploring somewhere new.

Hello there! My name is Jennifer Herman, I am a Functional Mental Health Practitioner, and a Certified Birthing, Postpartum, and Loss and Bereavement Doula. I am also certified in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C) by Postpartum Support International. I specialize in perinatal mental health disorders and loss and grief during the perinatal period. My focus is on supporting birth givers and their families to mentally prepare for the addition of a new family member, as well as to support any mental health disorders that may arise postpartum. This includes anxiety, depression, OCD, panic and more. I also work with mothers and families during periods of grief and loss due to pregnancy loss of any kind and stillbirth. I have experienced firsthand the effects of pregnancy loss, and infertility and how they can affect birthing persons, mothers, and families not only mentally, but physically. I have been a support group facilitator for 4 years. Please feel free to reach out to learn more about how I can support you through such a momentous moment in your life. You are not alone.

Hi, I’m Zakiah, your future doula! As a certified doula, I am passionate about supporting women and families through the beautiful yet transformative experience of childbirth. My mission is to provide the education, advocacy, and compassionate care needed for a positive birth outcome. I believe in helping women trust their bodies and advocate for their needs while working alongside medical professionals to honor both the family’s wishes and medical requirements. I offer perinatal doula services, including prenatal visits, birth support, and postpartum care. I love empowering women and reminding them that their bodies are built for this! With certifications from Uzazi Village and Womb-ish, I bring empathy, education, advocacy, and unwavering support to every birth journey.

Kaitlyn Pratt is a compassionate postpartum doula with nearly 20 years of experience supporting families with newborns. She specializes in overnight care, giving new parents the invaluable gift of rest during the early weeks with a new baby. With a calm, nurturing presence and deep respect for each family’s unique journey, she provides attentive newborn care, evidence-based guidance, and steady reassurance through the emotional and physical transitions of the fourth trimester. Her goal is simple: for parents to feel supported, confident and restored. When she’s not caring for families, Kaitlyn loves to travel — having explored all seven continents — a reflection of her adventurous spirit and appreciation for diverse cultures and experiences. At home, she enjoys life with her husband, their dog and their pig.

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

Carla Graves – Perinatal Birth, Postpartum Doula & Maternal Wellness Specialist Business Location: 25 Scotch Road, Suite 4, Ewing, NJ 08628 Serving Mercer County, NJ and Surrounding Areas I am a certified Perinatal Doula with over four and a half years of experience, proudly trained through Uzazi Village. As a dedicated mother of five and a passionate advocate for maternal health, I specialize in supporting families through every stage of pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. My areas of expertise include: • Placenta Encapsulation • Lactation Counseling • Sexual and Reproductive Health Counseling • Peer Counseling • Community Health Work I am certified in HIPAA compliance, bloodborne pathogens (biohazard safety), and ServSafe food safety. I am deeply committed to improving maternal wellness and ensuring positive, empowered birth outcomes for every family I serve. My services are available throughout Mercer County and I am willing to travel to surrounding areas. I accept most major insurances, including: • Medicaid • Horizon NJ Health • UnitedHealthcare • Wellpoint • Aetna If you’re looking for compassionate, knowledgeable, and culturally competent support, I would be honored to be part of your birth journey.

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My passion and mission is to instinctively and directly provide education, support, and comfort during the prenatal, birth, and postpartum period for mommy and partner. I value creating a special bond with the parents through several prenatal appointments, labor and birth, and postpartum appointments at their home. While medical staff focus on the health of the baby and family tend to focus on the new bundle of joy, I focus on taking care of mom and partner. My attention is solely on you while you take care of your new little one.

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.

I am a professional Nanny and Newborn Care Specialist with over 18 years of childcare experience, including extensive hands-on experience with newborns, infants, premature babies, toddlers, school-age children, and multiple-child households. CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL TRAINING Prenatal & Postnatal Coach Certification CPR & First Aid — Infant, Child & Adult; AED & EpiPen Training Montessori Nanny Certification Newborn Baby Care Specialization Supporting Parents of a Newborn Baby Sleep Training / Child Development & Sleep Training Pediatric Nutrition for Childcare Providers Therapeutic Arts Certification My newborn care experience includes feeding and bottle preparation, establishing healthy sleep and nap routines, sleep training, soothing, bathing, tummy time, developmental activities, milestone tracking, introducing solids, baby laundry, nursery organization, and maintaining detailed feeding and sleep logs. I also have experience caring for premature infants and supporting children with developmental delays and special needs. I speak English, Slovak, Czech, and some Polish. I hold both U.S. and EU passports, have a valid driver’s license, and am experienced with domestic and international travel.

My name is Ashlyn Reese with Nurtured Beginnings, I’m a certified Doula, Birth keeper, and Postpartum doula. I currently serve families in Berks County PA and surrounding areas. I have a passion for pregnancy, physiological birth, and postpartum. My goal is to provide women and families with gentle, encouraging, and educational support that helps to build the birthing experience into a cherished family memory. I believe in traditional wisdom and that birth is a rite of passage. I am passionate about helping women awaken that power within themselves and reclaim birth. I believe in mothering the mother. I believe in our bodies divine design and its ability to bring forth life. I believe in women, not the system. I believe women were created to have a village. And I’m here not only as a doula, but as a friend, someone you can feel safe with and count on to be there through all the challenges and joys motherhood can bring.

Hello! I am a holistic RN, certified doula, and birth keeper. I am finishing midwifery school within the next year, and can provide childbirth and lactation education. I believe women deserve to have the birth they want and deserve. I will be your advocate, friend, resource, and supporter. I support free births to home births to birth centers to hospital births - wherever mama feels safe and comfortable will be where she will have the best birth experience possible. I can’t wait to help support you during this amazing time in your life!

I am a Postpartum Doula certified through Childbirth International. I have a large extended family and have always been used to being around and working with children. For 3 years I worked as a child and school photographer traveling school to school in the tristate area. With all of this, I felt that I could best support families in a different way and decided to become certified as a Doula. I find comfort in supporting families in a comprehensive and holistic way. I look forward to opportunities to support any type of family in the community. When I am not working I enjoy backpacking, photography, and spending time with family.

Greetings all, my name is Jazmin Lewis and I am a Certified Full Spectrum Doula. My only focus at this time is providing Postpartum care during the fourth trimester and slightly beyond. The support that I provide includes physical, emotional and informational support, all in which are of high importance at such a delicate time in life. The passion that I have for supporting and advocating for families throughout the Postpartum phase stems from the fact that bringing a new life into this world is completely life changing not only for the birthing person, but for their spouse and families as well. I am always willing to learn more, and therefore I am always a student, so that I can provide the best Postpartum experience suited to fit your needs.

My passion for caregiving and holistic well-being runs deep within my soul. From a young age, I have always been drawn to helping others and making a positive impact on their lives. This drive led me to pursue this career, where I have found my true calling in aiding families during their most vulnerable moments. I approach caregiving with a holistic mindset, recognizing the interconnectedness of physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. By integrating traditional practices with alternative therapies, I strive to provide comprehensive and personalized care that addresses all aspects of one's health. My work is not just a job, but a calling that fills my heart with purpose and fulfillment. Building meaningful relationships with parents and their families, offering comfort and support during times of uncertainty and distress, brings me immeasurable joy and satisfaction.

I have over four years of paid babysitting experience and two years of experience as a young mom, giving me a strong understanding of both infant and toddler care. In addition, I work as a fitness coach and with individuals with disabilities, which has strengthened my patience, adaptability, and ability to provide attentive, personalized care. I am CPR certified, as well as trained in seizure recognition and first aid. I am specifically seeking an overnight position, as my son sleeps through the night and I have reliable support at home, allowing me to focus on helping other babies and supporting moms who need overnight assistance.