Find a Doula Near Me in Schenectady, NY

Erica has been a birth and postpartum doula, as well as newborn care specialist since 2007. She is now focusing on overnight newborn care services.

I am a proud mommy of one and I love children! I received formal birth and postpartum doula training from Mama Glow. I also received formal placenta encapsulation training from The Mothership NYC. I worked in healthcare for over eight years, including roles as an abortion doula, tissue surgeon, and a (women’s health) patient care advocate. I am passionate about service and wellness. I am a firm believer that birth should not be a traumatic experience. It is my goal to empower you to make informed decisions around the health of you and your baby. We will work together to explore mindfulness techniques, comfort measures, and ensure your toolkit is well equipped for a positive birthing experience. I am happy to discuss breastfeeding techniques, create a postpartum plan, provide herbs/natural remedies, and help you design a birth plan. I look forward to supporting you on this journey to parenthood!

Services: Birth Doula, Reiki Master, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Instructor, Parental Mentor Hello! My name is Josie Hart. I am a Certified Birth Doula, serving families in the Greater Capital Region of Upstate New York. I'm a mother of five, grandmother to one, and love what I do! I am passionate about helping pregnant people feel safe and empowered to make informed decisions regarding their bodies and their births. I believe every birthing person should have the autonomy to birth in their way and in their power. I am also a Reiki Master trained in Usui/Holy Fire® and Karuna Reiki® and certified to teach prenatal and postnatal yoga. I am grateful for the ability to teach as well as add Reiki energy healing, for those who would like, as a way to assist during pregnancy, labor and postpartum. When not supporting birth or working with Reiki, I enjoy my yoga practice, hiking trails in this beautiful Upstate NY area, or my most favorite pastime, spending time with my children, granddaughter, and extended family at my home. “…how a person is cared for and supported during birth is a major influence, not only in how they give birth but also in how they feel about the birth for years to come.” ~The Birth Partner

I'm a mom, nanny, educator, and doula who has just as many hobbies as I do hats. I'm an avid reader, board gamer, social media scroller, and forgetter to brush my own teeth after brushing three children's. I'm here to help other moms remember their small things, and have a chance to take care of themselves in between. I want to help your family feel each other's love.

I am a trained birth and postpartum doula (CAPPA) providing care in the New York capital region from Albany to Glens Falls. As a Registered Dietitian I enjoy utilizing my nutrition background to help clients navigate the demanding physical and emotional demands of pregnancy and postpartum. I offer comprehensive birth and postpartum support, including overnight care to prioritize rest for new parents. I also incorporate my knowledge of perinatal nutrition to facilitate a nourishing pregnancy and postpartum recovery. My philosophy around birth and nutrition stem from the same principle; that our bodies and intuition are stronger than we often realize. I embrace an intuitive eating approach which relies on tuning inward and building trust with the body. These same skills can be employed when preparing for birth. I believe that you are the expert of your own body, and I am here to be a trusted source of evidence-based information and emotional support as you navigate pregnancy, birth, and parenthood.

Katie Doyle is a CAPPA-trained doula and a childbirth educator with Birthing from Within™, an organization that conceptualizes birth as a rite of passage and emphasizes holistic education. Katie is also certified with the Body Ready Method™, a program geared to preparing the body for physiologic birth through intentional, functional movement and positioning. Katie supports both home and hospital births. In addition to birth work, Katie has also trained as a traditional herbalist and is an artist specializing in ultrasound and IVF embryo commissions. She is an avid gardener and maintains an organic herb and vegetable garden on her 9-acre homestead in Schuylerville, NY. Katie has a toddler son, whose birth led her deeper into her journey to serve and support local families.

I am dedicated to providing Mama and baby with a smooth transition from pregnancy, to a safe and nurtured fourth trimester. My practices are rooted in honoring natural medicine, Energy work, and deep transformation. Birth planning, lactation and infant care support, birth processing, nourishing meals and herbal remedies are all part of my repertoire. My services are priced to be attainable for all: barters and income-based payment plans are always available.

My goal as your birth doula in this magical time is to support you and your family to have an experience that is uplifting, empowering, and joyful. I travel to MA, NY, VT, and CT within an 1.5-hour radius from my home base in Pittsfield, MA 01201. Fully Certified, Insured, Vaccinated, and Boosted. Virtual services available for any location. A MassHealth approved certified doula provider (Birth Doula is financially 100% covered).

I have been a doula for over 10 years. I am certified and trained in VBAC births.

Nearly 15 years ago, I was drawn to birth work by a deep passion for supporting and empowering people during some of life’s most significant transitions. It is truly an honor to be invited into people’s lives during such a personal and transformative time. My goal is to provide each person with compassionate, personalized care and practical, evidence-based information, so they feel confident, informed, and supported throughout pregnancy, labor, birth, and beyond. As a Doula, I offer full-spectrum support, including physical, emotional, and educational guidance. Through both in-person and virtual childbirth education classes, I help individuals understand how to have a healthy pregnancy, navigate labor and delivery, and care for their newborns. I also provide trusted information on topics like breastfeeding, postpartum care, and infant care. In addition, I co-founded Lactation Lounge, a breastfeeding support group that meets bi-weekly in Oneonta, NY. This group offers a supportive space for breastfeeding parents to connect and receive guidance. Through collaboration with local healthcare professionals—including midwives, doulas, and lactation consultants—I aim to address challenges and create positive change for families as they navigate their parenting journey.

Peace, Mama! I'm NeeNee, and it's my deepest pleasure to walk with you during this transformative time. I'm a holistic Doula, and my goal is to nurture your mind, body, and spirit throughout your pregnancy journey and beyond. With over eight years of experience supporting over 30 births, I blend expert knowledge in nutrition, baby care, lactation, and fertility with the wisdom of Ayurveda, energy healing, and spiritual guidance. As a mother of four, I bring lived experience to my practice, so I am well versed in all things baby! I truly believe a doula is pivotal for a positive birth experience, and I'm a strong advocate for informed consent for all birthing women. My main focus is ensuring you feel comfortable speaking up and advocating for yourself—ensuring you feel empowered and heard is of utmost importance to me. I'll be there to back you up every step of the way, Queen.

Hi, I'm Jodi, I am a Postpartum Doula, am currently pursuing certification and have been trained through DONA International. I provide practical, informational and emotional support to help guide families through the postpartum period, also commonly referred to as the fourth trimester. I currently provide my services in the Capital Region. I have my Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from The College of Saint Rose and have a passion for working with newborns and their families. Please get in touch to set up an initial consultation. I look forward to meeting you.

Hi! My name is Christina, but you can call me Chris. I am a Mama Glow Birth Doula located in Albany, NY. I service Albany, Schenectady, Rensselaer and Columbia Counties. It my duty to provide judgement-free emotional and physical support to expecting parents as they make this new, exciting and HUGE life transition. My support includes creating a birth plan and providing education surrounding birth, what to expect postpartum, lactation or bottle feeding basics and more. I believe that birth is an amazing, empowering experience. To create and carry a life, then act as the portal that transports that life through the sacred passageway into this world is an experience like no other. An experience that allows for the person giving birth to feel at one with the universe and with all those that have given birth before them.

I was raised in Albany and am now growing my family here. I feel that when we support birth, we support the health and future of our communities. Continuous and compassionate labor support, tailored to your unique situation, is so significant for birthing people. Families should also be provided evidence-based informational support during the pregnancy process so that they can truly know all their options prior to going into labor. As your doula, I will use my knowledge of the birth process to provide physical, emotional, and environmental comfort measures during your birth. You can have peace of mind knowing that you will be supported in your decisions with the aim of a positive and joyful birthing experience.

I live in Rensselaer, NY with my fiancé, son and two cats. In my free time I love to cook, workout, and read. My philosophy is that every parent deserves to be met with unconditional support throughout their reproductive journey. It is my hope to always be able to offer my clients a way to be satisfied with their birth experience, no matter the circumstances. I have a special interest in the relationship between the mind, body, and baby during the process of birth and I often view the nervous system as a tool to tap into this system. I hope to pursue this interest and deepen my knowledge in the near future by completing a pre and post natal fitness coach certification.

Hello! I am a birth worker with experience in the home birth and hospital setting. As a birth doula and registered nurse, I can work with you in any environment that feels suitable for your birth. As a Certified Lactation Educator, I can also help in the postpartum period to help you troubleshoot any breastfeeding struggles that may arise. I am passionate about birth equity and access, and believe every person deserves perinatal support!

Hello! I am excited to Offer support and education through pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum phase. Breastfeeding counseling available. Your birth, your choices! In addition to my Doula training, I have extensive personal experience as well, having given birth 10 times (2 births in which I was a Gestational Surrogate Mother) for two couples. Currently a student Nurse. I support all mamas in whatever specific birth plan you may have! Have also supported cesarean birth. Free consultation call or visit!

Hi, I’m Christine Hernandez — a doula, childbirth educator, and lactation counselor based in the Capital District. I’m passionate about supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum journey with evidence-based education and compassionate care. Alongside my work with parents, I also run Broadway Coffee Co. in Saratoga Springs, a community space created to caffeinate and connect new moms. I believe that no one should have to navigate new parenthood alone — and I love helping families feel supported, confident, and cared for as they grow.

Hello! My name is Rachel and I am a Registered Nurse with experience in High- Risk Perinatal, Labor and Delivery, Postpartum and NiCU. I am also a Certified Lactation Consultant. I am a mother of 2 little girls (3&5) in Averill Park and also was a high-risk mom and a Nicu mom. I have a tremendous amount of experience (10+ years) in this field. I am CPR and NPR certifed. Having additional support and an advocate for you/ your baby is SO important. I am happy to go to appointments with you, educate you on multiple topics, assist with buying baby supplies, setting up nursery, planning a baby shower, providing newborn and postpartum care and lactation support, or anything else you may need. Please feel free to contact me if you would be interested in discussing your needs or my qualifications/availability further. Thank you! I am looking to support you during this wonderful time in your life!

I am a Postpartum Doula pursuing certification through DONA International , located in Greenwich, NY, and looking for my first clients. I have previous birth doula experience, but am focusing on postpartum at this time. I also have some training in lactation support. As a mother of seven, now mostly grown, and a new grandparent, I also bring my personal experience with both hospital and home births. The postpartum season is wonderful and challenging and I look forward to helping parents get off to the best start. I consider it a privilege to serve my clients during this special time.