Find a Childbirth Educator Near Me in Binghamton, NY

I believe that all parents deserve to feel encouraged, respected, and empowered to make the best choices for their families. It was this passion for supporting families that led me to establish Binghamton Metro Doulas. Since 2015, I have provided the Binghamton community with education and support during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period.

I am a certified perinatal Doula who accepts Medicaid and who specializes in postpartum care, breast-feeding support and birth positioning. I offer both in person and virtual visits. Outside of my work, I am a missionary and a mother of two girls. I am proud to have over 13 years of experience in birthwork and consider it a blessing to be able to support teenagers, women and babies. I am currently accepting new clients in October in Wayne County for deliveries at Wayne Memorial Hospital. Thank you for your interest!

Passion and a genuine desire to support and empower people is what brought me to birth work nearly 15 years ago. I am humbled and honored to be welcomed into the lives of my clients during such a personal, transformative time. I strive to ensure every individual receives compassionate and personalized care, paired with fact-based knowledge, so they feel confident and comfortable during their pregnancy, labor, birth, and beyond. As a Doula, I provide comprehensive support to expectant parents, offering physical, emotional, and educational guidance throughout pregnancy, labor, and beyond. Through in-person and virtual childbirth education classes, I empower individuals with knowledge about maintaining a healthy pregnancy, navigating labor and delivery, and caring for their newborns. Additionally, I serve as a trusted resource for evidence-based information on various topics including breastfeeding, postpartum care, and infant care. I am committed to accessibility and inclusivity, and I collaborate with community organizations to offer low-cost and free services to under-resourced individuals and families. In addition, I've established and maintain a bi-weekly breastfeeding support group, fostering connection and providing vital support to lactating individuals. Through collaboration with local healthcare professionals, including Midwives, Doulas, and IBCLCs, I actively identify and address challenges within the community, striving to create positive changes and support families in their journey towards parenthood.

Hi, my name is Kelli Reeves. I am a certified Birth Doula located in Stroudsburg PA, providing support in the Poconos and Lehigh Valley. I am passionate about supporting families throughout their birth journey through evidence based education and physical/emotional support. I have personal and professional experience in hospital and home birth settings. I firmly believe that having calm, confident support in the room can make a big difference. Creating a judgement free supportive atmosphere for my clients is an important aspect to having a more positive birth experience. In my free time I enjoy yoga, podcasts- all things birth and true crime are my usual picks, and always up for some local live music.

I'm a Mama Empowerment coach on a mission to call out all of the societal expectations put on Mothers, free Moms from the guilt and shame and rewrite this generation of Motherhood to be authentic, bold and inspiring.

Doula, childbirth education, lactation counselor. I'm Brazilian and I have lived in Pittsburgh for 9 years. I provide support for families during pregnancy, birth and postpartum. I lead a Portuguese-speaking pregnancy group and a Spanish, Portuguese, and English childbirth education with dance movements that are favorable for childbirth.

Hi I’m Heather. I am a certified childbirth educator, doula, placenta specialist and lactation counselor. I offer support to families that are looking to be well educated and prepared to have a positive birth experience. Everyone has a different idea of what their ideal birth looks like and I want to help you navigate all of the decisions you will need to make to achieve the best possible experience for you! I have 9 years of professional experience serving families in northeast Pennsylvania. Contact me today to see if I am a good fit for you.

You deserve the highest level of personalized care throughout your unique journey of parenthood, and it is a deep calling of mine to provide that unwavering support, no matter where you find yourself. Let me introduce myself - my name is Amelia Brady-Cole, and I have dedicated my life to assisting families like yours. With over a decade of experience as a doula and midwifery assistant, I have had the privilege of guiding and empowering hundreds of individuals and couples during various stages of their journeys. In addition to my doula training, I am also a certified Reiki practitioner, offering an additional level of holistic care to nourish your mind, body, and spirit. Alongside my doula certification through DONA International, I have also obtained a newborn feeding counselor certification through Birth Day Presence in Brooklyn, NY. This additional training equips me with a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding newborn feeding, ensuring that I can offer comprehensive support in this vital aspect of early parenthood. As a queer person who was raised by lesbian parents and in queer community, I’m positioned as a valuable resource and guide for LGBTQIA2S+ families. This unique perspective allows me to better understand and provide the support and guidance that queer families often seek. At ABC Doula, my mission is to walk alongside you, offering nonjudgmental support and compassionate presence every step of the way. Whether it's during pregnancy, birth, or the postpartum period, I am here to provide you with grounded present witness and gentle guidance to explore your unique journey and empower you to make informed decisions that align with your values and aspirations. Your experience of becoming a parent is a sacred and transformative one, and I am honored to be a part of your path.

I offer full spectrum prenatal coaching and pregnancy preparedness programs customized to meet you specifically where you are, whether you are, thinking about conceiving, trying to conceive, pregnant, ready to give birth, and once you are home with your precious babe! This amazing journey began over 25 years ago, unbeknownst to me the remembering had begun- learning, practicing, and teaching about women’s empowerment, nutrition, energy medicine, herbal medicine, holistic, skincare, natural health and reproductive wellness – Fertility, Ante-Partum, Birth & Post-Partum (Full Spectrum-miscarriage, stillborn, abortion, adoption) Wholistic Doula.

Hi there! If you're looking for a childbirth class that is hands-on, fun and evidence based, I would love to invite you to my home for a small, group class! Or, if you're looking to build your birth team, I also am a DONA certified birth doula. It is always such an honor to help parents prepare to meet their baby, and being in the birth room and witnessing the miracle of birth truly leads to no better feeling. I am a mother, birth doula and childbirth educator located in Warwick, NY. My birth philosophies are heavily influenced by evidence based care. I believe that we have the innate ability to give birth and I am also grateful for the skilled care providers whom care so deeply for the families being born. I've worked with new parents in Orange, Sullivan, Rockland, Bergen, Passaic & Sussex counties and would love to chat to see how I can support you! I am an Evidence Based Birth Instructor, Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator and a DONA Certified Birth Doula.

Erica Brown is a Perinatology nurse who worked in the delivery room for over 20 years, with foundations in maternity, infant and child care. She is certified by the National Nurses Corporation (NCC) in Maternal Newborn Care, and electronic fetal monitoring. She is also an IBCLC, board certified lactation consultant, and a certified childbirth educator. Erica worked closely with the World Health Organization in support of the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative which protects, supports and promotes breastfeeding worldwide. Most importantly, she is the mother of three young people who wants to share what she has learned both professionally and personally in hopes of empowering you to have the birth and postpartum experience you have imagined. Erica is passionate about helping people make informed decisions for themselves in the healthcare setting and helping people get the quality care they deserve. This is one of the most memorable experiences you will ever have, and she wants to empower you to have the healthiest, safe, and most beautiful experience bringing your baby home.

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!

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

I am a Kingdom focused woman with a heart for women’s health and well-being. For more than two decades I have worked with hundreds of women and families delivering childbirth education, doula support, and wellness education. My goal is to help women make informed decisions and advocate for a healthy pregnancy, birth preferences, postpartum recovery, positive parenting experience, and self-care that leads to well-being.

Peace Mama! As your Doula, I am committed to ensuring you are well prepared and informed about what is to come during your pregnancy and labor. My goal and purpose are not only to help educate you and connect you to local resources to support you in your birth vision, but to help you cultivate a relationship between you and your body, using a more Physiological and Intuitive approach to both pregnancy and labor. I bring a Holistic approach to my care of you; offering intimate and sacred care and traditional healing methods to help you stay centered, mindful and grateful for the experience and gift that is Motherhood. Ase'. I'm a preggo lady's best friend! I have over 7 years of doula experience and my absolute pleasure and honor is pampering soon to be and new mothers with the sacred care that is missing in our society today. Let's plan a beautiful pregnancy journey together and/or your postpartum healing the way you deserve. I got you every step of the way, Queen. *CPR CERTIFIED

Hi I’m Phyllis Sharp, a mother of 5 children. I have been a full time doula for 5yrs. I love supporting birthing families. I am also a certified lactation counselor and enjoy sharing my knowledge to help others have a successful feeding journey.

I’ve been working with childbearing families in northern New Jersey for many years, and I strive to bring the knowledge and experience I’ve gained to each of my clients. My great joy is helping people find their own path, and trying to make it more comfy along the way.

Hi, I'm Renée, I am a hardworking, grateful Mom of three, and yes, a certified Birth Doula & Lactation Consultant serving hundreds of families for over 15 years, and I thread these qualities throughout all layers of my life. I am really passionate about educating parents on their pregnancy & birth, and the transformative nature it bestows. Along the way, the satisfaction and security I offer you through evidence based, intuitively honoring care allows for your choiceful, educated decisions which Mom’s & Parents have said offer them empowering and joyful experiences. Promises I make to you: You are the power and authority, no one else. Sounds scary, but I’ll show you how to wield your power with purpose like never before. With the right team, you CAN have the birth experience you desire. I’ll give you the secrets to ensuring this. Your baby’s birth is the most vibrant and impactful experience of YOUR life. Let me support you in making it the most exciting next step towards the rest of your life. Finally, but most importantly, I am here to ensure, above all, you will be heard. My intention is to support and guide every family so that they are; fully prepared, anchored in their heart & soul and genuinely (and I mean genuinely) excited to welcome their precious baby so that they can have the birth experience they truly deserve, without reservation and unapologetically, it’s that simple! Thank you for for being here and exploring how I can support your growing Tribe®️ Love, Renée

Peace, peace! My name is Dominique Kenyatta and I received formal birth doula training from Mama Glow and placenta encapsulation training from a reputable NYC provider. I worked in healthcare for over eight years, including roles as an abortion doula, tissue surgeon, and (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 and ensure your toolkit is well equipped for a sacred birthing experience. I look forward to working with you! XO

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