Find a Birth Doula Near Me in Schenectady, NY

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

Hello Potential Birthing Parent(s)! My name is Melissa. I am a new Doula but I have been working with children for more than 20 years. Eleven of those years as a teacher. I was a Doula to my first birth in 2017. This past summer, I decided to become a Certified Doula. I am dedicated to providing educational, emotional and physical support to the expecting birth person. Services include prenatal coaching, labor and postpartum services. I looking forward to supporting 2024 summer/fall births!

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!

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.

Hi, I'm Lindsey! I'm newer to the doula community working towards certification. I made the transition to doula care from being a nurse. I practiced in reproductive health, family medicine, and pediatric care. I have spent the last few years absorbing everything I can get my hands on related to birth and go about my day listening to my favorite podcasts- all of them about birth maybe a few conspiracy shows too. I take a fairly natural approach to my life and my personal health but I understand that that is not an easy or sustainable choice for everyone. I completed my doula training with DONA International, as well as child birth and lactation education. I seize every opportunity I have to attend classes to further my education in all health related fields. In the summer I spend my free time kayaking or gardening and in the colder months I hand stitch quilts! I look forward to getting to know you, your family, and understanding your values surrounding your pregnancy and birth so that I can be a strong asset and advocate for you- I want your birth experience to be everything you may hope, pray, and dream of!

Hello! I'm Angie, located in Berkshire county. I am a Full Spectrum Birth and Postpartum doula with experience in bereavement and sibling care. While I am not yet a mother myself, I am a proud aunt of many, natural doula, and caretaker with decades of hands on experience. My primary goal is to empower and instill confidence in birthing individuals and families from all walks of life. I firmly believe in your innate knowledge of what's best for you, guiding my approach to follow your lead. I offer gentle reminders and encouragement to trust in yourself, along with providing education, referrals, and hands-on assistance where needed. Whether your journey through birth and parenthood feels effortless or presents challenges, together, we'll navigate and triumph through it!

My goal as your 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 and Postpartum Doula financially 100% covered).

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

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 Luna Salvatore and I am a Certified Birth Doula located in the Capital Region of New York. My passion is supporting families in this special moment of their lives.

Been in love with birth and postpartum my whole life. Finally circled back to begin my birthwork career in 2017 after leaving collegiate coaching. I love supporting and encouraging new families.

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.

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.

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

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.

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 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.

Hello! My name is Rachel. I am a Registered Nurse with 10 years of experience. My clinical background includes: NICU, Labor and Delivery, and Mother/Baby (Postpartum). I am also a Certified Lactation Consultant, who has had a successful and wonderful breastfeeding journey with both of my daughters (even my 32 week preemie!) I am looking to support you during this wonderful time in your life!! 😊❤️

Homeschooling mama of 3 beautiful boys! Passionate doula.