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.

Shantel Taylor

Brentwood, New York

Shantel Taylor

7 years of experience

As the founder and CEO of Doula S.M.I.L.E., my heart is dedicated to supporting and uplifting families during one of life’s most transformative experiences. I am a trained birth and postpartum doula through DONA International and a Certified Lactation Counselor. My goal is to help you achieve the birth and postpartum experience you’ve always dreamed of, surrounded by warmth and understanding.

JAMIE MCGUIRE

Huntington, New York

JAMIE MCGUIRE

5 years of experience

Hi I'm Jamie, The Doting Doula. I am a postpartum doula and lactation education counselor and I am here to make your life in the fourth trimester a little bit easier! I offer both overnight and daytime support as well as lactation counseling.

Kelsey Saracer

Greenwich, Connecticut

5.0 (1 review)

Kelsey Saracer

6 years of experience

Hello! My name is Kelsey Saracer and I am a CAPPA certified Postpartum Doula and CPSM certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant. I am passionate about helping other families find their parenting confidence through support, mentoring, advice, and lots of listening. As a postpartum doula I love to educate parents about the wonders of newborns and support both day and night. As a sleep consultant I help you understand your baby's sleep and make a personalized plan to help you maximize their sleep based on their age, personality, your parenting style, and your goals.

Recent review

Kelsey was an amazing partner! Our son loved her. She's sweet and truly cares not only about your baby but also your wellbeing as a new parent. She gave us tips and ticks for getting our little dude to sleep (and keep him asleep), feeding, had great advice on baby gear and recommended some new mom resources for me. Kelsey is great and any parent (and baby!) would be lucky to work with her!

- Carly L.

Yahaira Ruiz

Deer Park, New York

Yahaira Ruiz

5 years of experience

Hello parents! My name is Yahaira Ruiz, and I’m a trained Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula with professional experience supporting families throughout Long Island. I specialize in providing compassionate, structured, and reliable care for newborns, ensuring their safety, comfort, and healthy development from the very first days at home. In my role, I assist parents with establishing feeding and sleep routines, maintaining detailed care records, and creating a calm and nurturing environment for both baby and family. My background in childcare has helped me develop strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, while responding confidently in any situation. I take great pride in offering families not just hands-on newborn care, but also reassurance, discretion, and professionalism during such a special time in their lives. Fluent in both English and Spanish, I’m dedicated to making every family feel supported and empowered as they adjust to life with their new baby.

Amanda Moshman

Huntington Station, New York

5.0 (1 review)

Amanda Moshman

3 years of experience

Hi! My name is Amanda Moshman and I am a certified Postpartum Doula on Long Island, NY. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and have worked with babies, and children of all ages. I was a preschool teacher before I had my son. I am outgoing and always helping others. This is what I strive to achieve when I become your postpartum doula. I want you to feel comfortable, safe and understood when you are under my care. Since having my son last year, I can totally relate to everything there is to know about pregnancy, birth, postpartum and transitioning into becoming new parents. I will use my knowledge and expertise to help guide you and your family through this new journey. I like to be organized, have a schedule, plan or even just one goal for the day. We would get it done before we start something new! Trust me, it will keep your mind at ease. You will have someone to look up to for questions/ concerns and who will guide you during the transition of parenthood.

Recent review

I don't know how I would have gotten through the trenches of postpartum without Amanda. After dealing with PPD after the birth of my first daughter and falling pregnancy shortly after with my second daughter, Amanda helped me find myself again after being in a very dark place. I can't recommend her enough. Amanda helped me find balance in my life again after having 2 under 2 and helped me finally enjoy motherhood. Amanda is wonderful with babies and children and is a pleasure to be around. My girls absolutely love her and I cannot recommend her and only sunshine postpartum doula services enough.

- Alyssa M.

Rita Buchanan

West Babylon, New York

Rita Buchanan

19 years of experience

Hello there !!! My name is Rita Buchanan and I am a birth Doula !! I have spent 17 years of my life working in Obstetrics and Gynecology. It was then when I realized my passion for birth work . Comforting , assisting and emotionally supporting woman and families has been very rewarding to me. As a former teen mom , now a mother of three and grandmother of two , I know how important it is to be a voice to those that feel unheard . To provide advocacy and hold space to those in need. To be apart of something much bigger than myself . This is my true calling . I love people and pray I get the chance to touch as many lives , through birth work and humanly possible. Every family I get to assist is my great joy ..

Lauren Oak

West Babylon, New York

Lauren Oak

7 years of experience

I am a certified Postpartum Doula and Certified Lactation Counselor. I have extensive experience working with families of multiples. My goal is to help new parents rest and enjoy the postpartum period.

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.

Danea Smith-Alston

White Plains, New York

Danea Smith-Alston

13 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Compassionate and highly experienced Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula, with over a decade of hands-on childcare experience, specializing in newborns, infants, and postpartum family care. Skilled in providing overnight care, supporting breastfeeding and formula feeding routines, aiding in sleep shaping, and assisting with postpartum recovery. Known for being a calm, reliable, and nurturing presence in the home during the delicate postpartum period. Passionate about helping families transition with confidence and care.

Orlismar Ricci

Copiague, New York

Orlismar Ricci

13 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello, my name is Orlismar (Abby) and I am a professional Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula based in Long Island, New York. I have over 10 years of experience supporting families and caring for newborns, preemies, and twins. I focus on helping parents feel confident, rested, and supported during the early days of their baby’s life. I am CPR and first aid certified and always aim to create a calm and caring environment that fits each family’s unique needs. I speak both English and Spanish fluently, and I enjoy working with families from all backgrounds. In my free time, I love crocheting baby items and doing other creative crafts. It brings me a lot of joy to make things that are thoughtful and meaningful.

Leah Katznelson

Larchmont, New York

Leah Katznelson

15 years of experience

My practice combines a holistic and diverse approach to clients prenatal, birth and postpartum experiences. I bring warm emotion support together with research based education to help guide you during your pregnancy and birth. In addition to traditional birth doula support, my services include Lactation, Hypnobirthing, Postpartum nutrition and support.

Cassie  Ravens

Massapequa Park, New York

Cassie Ravens

7 years of experience

Hi, I'm Cassie. I'm a postpartum doula that specializes in overnights. As your postpartum doula, my number one focus is caring for mom, then the family as a whole. I am very passionate about what I do and recreating the village so parents do not feel so alone. As a new mom, who experienced infertility,loss, and then postpartum anxiety with my son, I want to make sure every mother is cared for and nourished while under my care.

Amya Johnson

Norwich, Connecticut

Amya Johnson

12 years of experience

Hello my name is Amya, I am 21 years old. I was born and raised in the groton/newlondon area. I am the oldest out of 10, i have 5 sisters and 4 brothers. I love working with newborns and kids. I am a mother myself, My daughter just turned 4 months. Her name is Azariyah. Fun fact - my mom named all of her kids starting with the letter A, so i am keeping the trend going lol. I enjoy taking care of others it comes natural to me. Birth is such a beautiful experience to go through. To me there will never be enough time to soak it all in. Postpartum is very challenging with trying to heal, taking care of yourself and also taking care of your little one. Trust me when i say i know! Everyone parents different, and i am a parent who does not judge ! I would love to help you out with your little one and your transition to feel back to yourself again.

Cecilia Jimenez

New Rochelle, New York

5.0 (2 reviews)

Cecilia Jimenez

13 years of experience

Hi everyone, I’m Cecilia and I’m a trained postpartum doula servicing the Westchester county region. I’ve always had the “caregiver” mindset and I’ve always had a strong connection to parenthood. I’ve always said that it takes a village to raise children and I want to be part of that village because not everyone has a village near by. I struggled with my own postpartum journey over 11 years ago and now it’s my turn to be the person I wish I had.

Recent review

We hired Cecilia to help with overnights 3 times week for our newborn baby boy. She helped for about 7 weeks. She was very prompt and arrived on time. Always asked if we needed anything before heading over. She completed any task I had for her and often times did more than I asked. She was great with our son. She was open to feedback as well.

- Jasmin M.

Sarina Harty

Peekskill, New York

Sarina Harty

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

As a birth and postpartum doula, I am honored to share my story with you. My commitment to supporting and empowering families during the transformative experience of childbirth is deeply rooted in my own origin story. I am originally from Laredo, Texas, a city on the Texas-Mexico border. Raised in Mexican-American upbringings, I grew up on the frontera, minutes from the border. I moved to New York City in 2009 to attend New York University’s Steinhardt’s School Counseling and Guidance program. After living in Manhattan and Queens, I moved to the suburbs, Peekskill, NY in 2020. My birth and postpartum doula journey began during 2022 when I recognized the need for comprehensive, inclusive and compassionate support for expectant parents. Drawing from my personal birth experience as a woman of color, a mother and extensive knowledge as a certified doula, I set out to create a space that celebrates the beauty and strength of childbirth. Thus, Mariposa Doula Care was born in 2022. Outside of my doula work, I am an avid advocate for immigration, holding space for the BIPOC community and dedicating time to community education. My devotion to fostering a positive birthing experience extends to empowering families with knowledge and resources, ensuring they embark on their parenting journey with confidence. When not immersed in the world of birth and postpartum care, I enjoy spending time with my husband and daughter and discovering new outdoor spots in Westchester County. I aim to provide doula care to all families, all backgrounds including but not limited to: BIPOC, single parents, LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent families.

LaToya Southwell

Nyack, New York

5.0 (14 reviews)

LaToya Southwell

26 years of experience

Hello! My name is LaToya Southwell born in the beautiful Island of Antigua. I am a wife, a mother of 4 amazing children, a doula, Reiki practitioner, as well as CPR certified (pediatrics) and I reside in Nyack, NY. Being a doula is not a job, it is a calling and a blessing to be apart of such a beautiful journey. I am here to support, help where needed as well as educate. I am blessed to be a blessing!

Recent review

Latoya is an absolute blessing!!!! Her presence alone makes me feel so secure, comfortable, and understood. Her support, knowledge, and expertise take the experience with her OVER THE TOP. Highly, highly recommend her services whether you’re a first time, second time, or 3rd time mama !!!!!<3

- Alondi G.

Stephanie Lafontant

Nyack, New York

5.0 (2 reviews)

Stephanie Lafontant

7 years of experience

A first generation Haitian American who has been working with birthing families since 2019.She is a full spectrum doula and became a Certified Lactation Counselor in 2022. She holds a B.A. in Psychology and Africana Latino Studies with a concentration In gender studies from SUNY Oneonta and a M.A. degree from the University at Binghamton, Vestal New York where she studied Sociology and DEI. The specialization to do birth work was a natural trajectory because she understands and is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that is sensitive to the cultural and social context. After having much difficulty breastfeeding her first born, and being a two time Hyperemesis Gravidarum survivor;supporting birthing people through their reproductive years was an absolute must. In particular she specializes in working with systematically marginalized individuals and the immigrant population. Stephanie is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that is sensitive to the cultural and social contexts. Stephanie is a member of the Rockland Breastfeeding Coalition. She is a full scholarship recipient of Black Maternal health Doula scholarship. In her spare time, she enjoys yoga, listening to democracy now ,cooking, meeting new people, and unschooling herself and her two children. All Breastfed and birthed at home

Recent review

After struggling with severe pain during breastfeeding and hearing that discomfort was normal and to keep pushing through, I was beyond grateful when Stephanie came to my rescue. First off, Stephanie knows her stuff! She is so knowledge and passionate about sharing all she can to help with lactation. Stephanie was able to tweak my techniques, give me pointers, and boom, no more pain! With no judgement, and a kind attitude, Stephanie made it easy for me to relax and trust the process. Breastfeeding is NOT suppose to hurt! Who knew! If you're having any sort of issues with feeding or lactation, call Stephanie! Your welcome!

- Ori-Ann D.

Sarah Ludwig

Nyack, New York

Sarah Ludwig

15 years of experience

Hi! I am Sarah Ludwig and I offer childbirth education, labor, and postpartum support. I am passionate about preventable injury and work on outreach for both car seat and sleep safety.

Dana Bridjbhookhan

Hastings On Hudson, New York

Dana Bridjbhookhan

21 years of experience
Accepts insurances

20 years of Nanny experience and now a Certified Postpartum Doula. Im Insured and CPR Certified.