Ruby White

New Milford, Connecticut

Ruby White

8 years of experience

Ruby White has been a certified full spectrum doula for 7 years. She completed the in-person portion of her certification in Brooklyn, NY with Doula Trainings International (DTI). Serving birthing people and their partners as they go through the major life transition of becoming parents has been her joy since 2018. Her goal is for parents to feel empowered in the entirety of their experience – to be able to ask for the support they desire and to receive it while trusting their body’s ability and the physiological process of birth. Ruby’s strength as a doula is her empathetic, holistic, and inclusive approach, as well as her versatility. She has served families in all types of birth scenarios – hospital, birth center, homebirth, with medication and without. As a doula, her deepest wish is that all patients receive comprehensive and compassionate maternal healthcare, as well as hands on comfort measures and a nourishing presence in their birthing and postpartum spaces. Whether she is providing massage and hip squeezes in labor or assisting with the first latch of breastfeeding - she is honored to be present for every step of the journey. She will always advocate for your birthing preferences to be respected and is committed to showing up with a kind ear, an open heart, and caring hands to serve new families and their babies. Above all, she will hold space for your birth to feel beautiful, safe, intimate, and sacred, always with a dash of humor! When she is off duty, she enjoys singing, acting, writing poetry, being in nature/with animals, and spending time with her family.

Nishante Pearson

New London, Connecticut

5.0 (13 reviews)

Nishante Pearson

6 years of experience
Accepts insurances

My passion for supporting, educating, and empowering women giving birth stems from my desire to combat the maternal and infant health crisis that disproportionately impacts the birth experiences and outcomes of Black women. It is my goal to help all birthing people: learn to trust in their bodies; learn to trust themselves to make informed decisions about and advocate for the birth experience they desire; and, have culturally appropriate and non-clinical emotional, physical, and informational support before, during, and after birth. I welcome you to schedule a free, 30-minute consultation to help us get to know one another, decide if we're a good fit and so that I can also answer any questions you may have. Please use this link to do so: https://nurturedbynishante.hbportal.co/public/661ffd32ccdf9a001f2d3149/1-Schedule_Consultation

Recent review

Nishante was truly amazing during my birth and after! I wanted to make sure I was heard in the delivery room as well as supported so all I had to do was focus on laboring, with my husband. Nishante truly was a rock! I am truly grateful for the support during labor. I was pushed to my limits but every time I wanted to give up, my husband and Nishante was right there telling me I can do it and encouraging me. She always was a step ahead on what I needed while I labored, where it was a drink of water, a snack, fan, counter pressure, to change positions. Anything, she was literally on the ball. If my husband and I decided to have one more, I would 1,000% book Nishante again! Thank you again for everything! Your work is truly amazing and appreciated. 💕💕

- Tiffany Boasman

Gretchen Grinsteinner

New London, Connecticut

5.0 (1 review)

Gretchen Grinsteinner

4 years of experience

Welcome! My name is Gretchen, and I am a parenting coach and certified sleep counselor with a master's degree in developmental psychology. My favorite job of all though is being a mom to my two sweet boys and teaching them everything I know about baking and art! I love helping mothers nurture calm, connected relationships with their babies and toddlers through gentle wisdom, firm boundaries, and evidence-based support through the early years. I believe that simple, subtle change is often make the biggest impacts in parenting and sleep. Through guidance, advocacy, and unwavering support, I’ll empower you to trust yourself, navigate change with confidence, and step into your natural strengths as a mother. -Gretchen

Recent review

Gretchen is a very warm soul and has a passion for nurturing people. She provides so much helpful information backed up with research. I trust her wholeheartedly.

- Bridgette V.

Michelle Edwards

East Haven, Connecticut

5.0 (7 reviews)

Michelle Edwards

33 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello , I'm Michelle Edwards , a nurturing and compassionate mother of three who finds fulfillment in caregiving. My commitment to those under my care goes beyond expectations—I strive to provide comprehensive support tailored to each individual's needs. Drawing from my extensive experience and certifications in newborn care,and Postpartum doula , i bring a wealth of knowledge in safety, feeding techniques, and developmental activities to enhance your child's growth. As a certified newborn care specialist with over 32 years of experience, I've had the privilege of caring for children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. My dedication to continuous learning is reflected in my certifications in sleep conditioning, Infant CPR, and pediatric First Aid, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for your child. In my role as a Newborn Care Specialist, I'm dedicated to empowering parents with the confidence and skills they need during the crucial early months. Whether it's guiding newborns to self-soothe, establishing healthy sleep routines, or providing round-the-clock care, I prioritize the well-being of both the child and the family. With a blend of expertise, empathy, and professionalism, I am committed to supporting you through every step of your parenting journey, providing peace of mind and fostering a nurturing environment for your newborn. My contact information is 941 5855212 are you can email me jianna03shelly@gmail.com.

Recent review

Michelle Edwards has been an absolute blessing to our family. She is calm, kind, and extremely knowledgeable, and she instantly made us feel confident and supported during those exhausting newborn nights. Michelle was attentive, reliable, and always respectful of our preferences while offering helpful guidance when needed. She went above and beyond by thoughtfully organizing our baby’s clothes, which was such a huge help during an already busy time, and she also took the time to offer gentle sleep-training advice for our three-year-old, which we truly appreciated. Because of her care, we were able to truly rest knowing our baby was safe and well cared for. We are so grateful for her support and would highly recommend Michelle to any family looking for exceptional night nanny care.

- Katherine P.

Ashley Norris

Keene, New Hampshire

5.0 (1 review)

Ashley Norris

6 years of experience

Hi, I’m Ashley Norris, IBCLC, mom of 4 (including a set of twins) and owner of Monadnock Perinatal, LLC, serving families across the Monadnock Region and beyond. My passion is walking alongside parents as they navigate pregnancy, birth, postpartum recovery, and infant feeding — because every journey deserves compassionate, evidence-based support. With firsthand experience of both the beauty and challenges of cesarean birth, breastfeeding multiples, and postpartum healing, I offer care that’s grounded in empathy and clinical expertise. Whether you’re preparing for birth, navigating the early feeding days, or seeking guidance through complex lactation situations, I’ll meet you where you are with personalized, judgment-free care. ✨ Specialties: • Twin and multiples support • Cesarean and VBAC preparation • Breast/chestfeeding and pumping guidance • Childbirth education classes • Postpartum recovery and emotional wellness You don’t have to figure it all out alone — let’s create a plan that helps you feel confident, connected, and cared for.

Recent review

Ashley is compassionate and kind. She loves her work and makes sure her clients are well taken care of. I would highly recommend Ashley!

- Kimberly J.

Rachel Brandes

Northampton, Massachusetts

5.0 (2 reviews)

Rachel Brandes

2 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi everyone, I am Rachel, a Full-Spectrum Doula. I am a Queer Woman with a deep passion for reproductive justice. I'm a warm, empathetic, and bubbly person who thrives on matching people’s energy and meeting them exactly where they are in their birth and postpartum journey. I love supporting and empowering individuals to have the birth experience that aligns with their needs, desires, and values. I perform as a dancer in the Boston area and love learning about people’s favorite forms of self-expression. I encourage movement throughout pregnancy and postpartum and offers fun, easy movements inspired by my dance experience. I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Human Service Studies from Elon University and have worked a variety of roles, from waitressing and gymnastics coaching to being a domestic violence advocate, and a Doula. Looking forward to connecting:)

Recent review

I am incredibly grateful for the care Rachel provided during my labor and delivery. My labor lasted almost 24 hours, and she stayed by my side the entire time with unwavering support. She was encouraging, gentle, and completely authentic in every moment.

- Anonymous

Anastasia Cherub

Rindge, New Hampshire

5.0 (1 review)

Anastasia Cherub

3 years of experience

Hello! My name is Anastasia. I’ve been a doula for a year now and have been in love with my job from the start. One of my biggest goals as a doula is connection and communication. I believe as human beings connection with others is one of the most important things. It’s what ties us together. As a doula I love to connecting with the moms I work with and making sure they feel safe and comfortable and heard always!

Recent review

I had my eighth child at home in September, Anastasia attended the birth. She was intuitive, often times seeing what needed to be done and doing it without being asked. Her energy during labor was perfect ! She was focused , helpful, and a calm presence. Seeing her hold my daughter, beaming with joy, was heartwarming … I felt very supported.

- Jacinta S.

Rebecca Dennis

East Longmeadow, Massachusetts

Rebecca Dennis

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I’m Rebecca, a certified Postpartum Doula serving families in Hamden County, MA and Hartford County, CT. Before becoming a doula, I spent over 10 years as a nanny caring for children of all ages. Now, I specialize in supporting parents and newborns through the unique, emotional, and transformative postpartum period. The postpartum phase can be both beautiful and overwhelming. With my training and hands-on experience, I offer practical support and emotional care—whether you need help during the day or restful overnight care. Imagine waking up to a well-fed, clean baby… with the laundry folded, bottles washed, Yes, it can be that kind of night. If this sounds like the kind of support you need on your postpartum journey, let’s connect! I offer a free 15-minute consultation to learn more about my services! And if your employer offers Carrot Fertility, Progyny, Maven, or you have an HSA/FSA—great news! I can accept those as well as private pay.

Sarah DAmato

Chicopee, Massachusetts

Sarah DAmato

4 years of experience

I am a self made business. My dream is to help low income people become families

Theanna Hernandez-Tiedemann

Easthampton, Massachusetts

Theanna Hernandez-Tiedemann

4 years of experience

Hi everyone! My names Theanna and I am a birth and postpartum doula as well a childbirth educator! I’ve known ever since I was little I was meant to work in the birth world and being a doula has opened my world up to so many amazing opportunities. After attending my first birth as a doula I knew that this is what I was meant to do. I’d love to schedule a consultation and talk about ways I can support you and your family through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

Lindsey Dente

Granby, Massachusetts

Lindsey Dente

9 years of experience

I've been a Lactation Consultant in hospital practice for five years, in private practice for three years, a labor and delivery nurse for eight years, and am a newly certified childbirth educator. I provide evidence-based, nonjudgmental, trauma informed, holistic, root cause analysis breastfeeding support. I specialize in treating babies with "colic"/reflux/allergies- let's get your little one back to the happy baby you know they can be!

Lindsey Dente

Granby, Massachusetts

Lindsey Dente

12 years of experience

Labor and delivery nurse and Lactation Consultant offering Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Classes online! Classes are mostly self-paced with online learning modules that can be done on your own time. Meetings are then held once per week for either four (accelerated class) or six (regular pace) weeks. Meetings offer an opportunity to review information with the instructor, ask questions, and meet other expectant parents with similar due dates. The curriculum for this class is extremely unique. You will have access to evidence-based information about your pregnancy care, birth options, and postpartum period that's created by the researchers at Evidence Based Birth®. Much of this information is only available to those who take this class! If you want to know how to make the BEST decisions for yourself and your baby, whether you're planning a home birth, unmedicated hospital birth, medicated hospital birth, or c-section, you've come to the right place.

Liza Styles

Northampton, Massachusetts

Liza Styles

3 years of experience

I provide support for expectant parents throughout their pregnancy and birth journey. I offer comprehensive prenatal, labor and delivery support, and postpartum assistance. I view my role as tour guide through pregnancy and birth, and I am here to support any decisions or preferences you have - this is your body and your baby. I want my birthers to feel feel empowered and confident throughout their birthing experience.

Brigid Owino

Amherst, Massachusetts

5.0 (1 review)

Brigid Owino

6 years of experience
Accepts insurances

My name is Brigid, and I am a compassionate birth and postpartum doula bringing a wealth of expertise to my role. I am trained by Dona International and I hold a BA in Psychology. My understanding of human behavior and emotions enhances my ability to support families during the perinatal period. I am currently pursuing a Masters in Counseling with a specialization in perinatal mental health and I am dedicated to providing holistic care that addresses both the physical and emotional aspects of childbirth and beyond. My approach is rooted in mindfulness and evidence-based practices, ensuring families receive the most up-to-date information and support. Whether navigating the complexities of childbirth or transitioning into the postpartum period, my support is tailored to meet unique needs and preferences. My compassionate guidance fosters a sense of empowerment and confidence, helping families navigate this transformative journey with resilience and grace. In my free time, I can be found spending time with my daughters in nature, cooking a meal, planning an event and trying something new. If you're seeking comprehensive support and personalized care throughout your birthing experience and beyond, I'm here to help. Feel free to reach out to schedule a complimentary consultation or inquire via email about my services.

Recent review

I had the most incredible experience working with Brigid as my birth and postpartum doula. From the moment we met, I knew I was in good hands. She exuded warmth, compassion, and expertise, making me feel supported and empowered throughout my journey. She was a calming presence, helped ease the tension with jokes and stories, provided unwavering support and encouragement every step of the way. She was there to advocate for me and helped me pick out items that my baby would need. When we brought our baby home, Brigid helped us around the home and reminded us to breathe. I loved how she reminded us that babies do not come with a manual and to trust our instincts. She helped with some newborn care, breastfeeding support , and emotional support during those challenging early days of parenthood. Her gentle guidance and reassurance helped me navigate the ups and downs of postpartum life with grace and resilience.

- Alexia G.

Hilary Rudenauer

Vernon Rockvl, Connecticut

Hilary Rudenauer

6 years of experience

Hi, I'm Hilary! I'm the mama of two amazing kiddos, Calla and Sage, and an oversized, wanna-be lapdog named Rondo. I'm a wife, daughter, sister, friend, yogi, gardener, adventurer and lover of all things mama and baby. After struggling to become a mother myself, experiencing a difficult birth process, and navigating postpartum depression, I became passionate about supporting individuals and families through the beautiful, terrifying, rewarding, and overwhelming transitions of pregnancy and new parenthood.

Ailish McMahon-Lewis

Manchester, Connecticut

Ailish McMahon-Lewis

7 years of experience

I'm Ailish! I am a Hypnobirthing instructor, birth coach, and so much more. I believe birth is a normal natural event and I'm sick of coercion and trauma happening in our current medical system. I help you navigate the hospital business as well as help you understand physiological birth (birth as it is) so you know what is normal and healthy and feel prepared and confident. With me, you will learn about ALL of your options, how brain science helps us in birth, how deep relaxation is key, and how you have inner wisdom and intuition that I want you to tap into. Link in BIO to set up a free consult with me to see how I can guide you in your early parenthood.

Elizabeth Thompson

Pelham, Massachusetts

Elizabeth Thompson

3 years of experience

I trained with Michelle L'Esperance-Muñoz and Warm Welcome Doula Academy in western Massachusetts in and participated in BORN Collective's doula mentoring program in the SF Bay Area in Summer 2024 . I've also completed Hypnobabies Academy's online Hypnobirthing course. Additional influences for me as a birthworker include Ina May Gaskin, Dr. Rebecca Dekker (Evidence-Based Birth), Our Bodies, Ourselves, Liam Kali (Maia Midwifery & Fertility), Sabia Wade (Birthing Liberation) and Prentis Hemphill (What It Takes to Heal) I am a white, upper-middle class, well-educated out lesbian woman and part of the disability community. My interests besides birthwork include architecture and design, enjoying western Massachusetts and the San Francisco Bay Area's beautiful natural landscapes, and quality time with people and animals I love. Authenticity flows through my birthwork and enhances my capacity to understand and connect with people. I provide embodied, mindful, compassionate, knowledgeable accompaniment and witness for families of all kinds, including solo birthing people and those with existing support from a partner and birth team. I am especially excited to work with LGBTQ+ and disabled clients, along with families anticipating bringing a disabled kiddo into the world. Disability can be a positively transformative experience and one I am well-equipped to support pregnant people and their partners through.

Julie Tower

Manchester, Connecticut

Julie Tower

9 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I have 15 years of experience as a Registered Nurse, 9 of those years working in a Children’s hospital and 7 years as a lactation consultant. My experience includes bedside lactation support in the labor & delivery unit, postpartum unit, NICU, outpatient setting, breast-feeding support groups, Tele-health, and prenatal education. I have had my private practice in lactation for the past 2 years, Sweetly Nourish Lactation & Baby Care LLC. ​ My goal is to help YOU reach your feeding goal, whatever that may be. I will support you while giving you the tools that will help you achieve those goals. Your feeding journey should be a happy one for both you and your baby! My hope is to provide you with the warmth and love that I received during those early, challenging days of motherhood and feeding. You can do this! Let’s do it together!

Ashlynn Smith

Hartford, Connecticut

Ashlynn Smith

11 years of experience

Hi my name is Ashlynn and I am the owner of Nurtured Blossoms Doula Care. I have 9 years of experience working with children and families across the lifespan. I also have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Colorado State University Pueblo. I completed postpartum doula training with DONA. I then started working as a postpartum doula with San Antonio Birth Doulas where the emphasis was on serving teen and lower-income families. Nurtured Blossoms Doula Care was then born and I have continued to serve families as a postpartum doula. I have always had a passion for all things birth, postpartum, child development, and helping others especially parents. When I had my first I struggled with postpartum depression, navigating working after having a baby, breastfeeding pain, and just normal new parent transitions. I then realized just how important having support after having a baby is! It's amazing how much just a little bit of additional support can make a difference in your postpartum experience. Having a baby whether it's your first or fifth will always be a transition, but every mother and family deserves to be supported, nurtured, and educated during the postpartum period. When I am not serving families as a postpartum doula I reside with my two kids and husband in Vernon, Connecticut. Where I enjoy spending time in nature, reading a good book, and visiting farmer's markets, or a local coffee shop.

Karen Anderson

West Hartford, Connecticut

5.0 (1 review)

Karen Anderson

31 years of experience

Hi, and welcome to Wholehearted Welcome. I’m Karen—but you’re more than welcome to call me Nana. I’m a mother of three—twins born by C-section and a daughter lovingly welcomed through adoption—and a proud grandmother of five, including one cherished bonus grandchild. I’m currently working toward my certification through Mama Glow, and I offer birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum support, along with sibling prep when needed. I come to this work as an elder, a world citizen, and someone who shows up with open arms, a full heart, and a deep belief that birth is a sacred journey. I’m the kind of doula who jumps in with both feet—ready to hold space, advocate, laugh with you, cry with you, and do what needs to be done. Whether you’re parenting solo, welcoming through adoption, or finding your way as a new family, I create a warm, steady, and wholehearted space where you’ll feel supported every step of the way.

Recent review

Karen is a soulful and passionate birthworker whose presence is truly a joy. She cares deeply for her clients and is committed to ensuring they receive the highest level of respect and compassionate care.

- Karma T.