Doulas in New York

Hiring a doula in New York

A doula is a trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to a mother before, during and shortly after childbirth to help her achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience possible.

Doulas are not medical professionals, but they are an invaluable asset to have on your birth team. They are there to provide support and guidance, answer any questions you may have, and help you advocate for yourself and your baby.

There are many things a doula can help with, but here are some of the most common:

1. Creating a birth plan: A doula can help you figure out what you want and need for your birth, and then help you communicate those wishes to your care provider.

2. Staying calm and relaxed: Childbirth is an intense experience, both physically and emotionally. A doula can help you stay focused and calm during labor, which can help you manage the pain and make better decisions.

3. Pain management: A doula can provide counter-pressure during contractions, help you find comfortable positions, and offer massage and other relaxation techniques.

4. Breastfeeding support: A doula can help you get started with breastfeeding, and provide guidance and support if you run into any difficulties.

5. Postpartum support: A doula can help you recover physically and emotionally after childbirth, and adjust to life with a new baby. They can also provide guidance on newborn care and breastfeeding.

Top doula businesses in New York

Below are some of the best doula businesses in New York:

Business Name Rating Categories Phone Number Address
Birth Matters NYCBirth Matters NYC
 
70 reviews
Doulas, Childbirth Education +16462499010 43rd St & 20th Ave, Astoria, NY 11105
Birth Day PresenceBirth Day Presence
 
49 reviews
Lactation Services, Doulas, Childbirth Education +19177516579 182 8th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215
DoulaViva BirthsDoulaViva Births
 
7 reviews
Doulas, Lactation Services, Childbirth Education +19088736852 Brooklyn, NY 11225
NYC Birth Village DoulasNYC Birth Village Doulas
 
31 reviews
Doulas, Lactation Services, Childbirth Education +12145979210 New York, NY 10001
Brooklyn DoulaBrooklyn Doula
 
8 reviews
Doulas +19176276727 213 Taaffe Pl, Ste 306, Brooklyn, NY 11205
Birth 1stBirth 1st
 
40 reviews
Doulas, Childbirth Education, Hypnosis/Hypnotherapy +19172252584 New York, NY 10022
HypnoDoula MaevaHypnoDoula Maeva
 
40 reviews
Hypnosis/Hypnotherapy, Childbirth Education, Doulas +13472170299 636 Broadway, Ste 1105, Manhattan, NY 10012
BooberBoober
 
37 reviews
Lactation Services, Doulas, Massage Therapy +19174515815 Brooklyn, NY 11215
City Births Childbirth Education ServicesCity Births Childbirth Education Services
 
72 reviews
Lactation Services, Childbirth Education, Parenting Classes +19178463710 370 W 58th St, New York, NY 10019
Mary Esther Malloy Mindful Birth NYMary Esther Malloy Mindful Birth NY
 
18 reviews
Childbirth Education, Doulas +13472762819 123 West 20th St, New York, NY 10011
Red Moon WellnessRed Moon Wellness
 
86 reviews
Massage Therapy, Doulas, Herbal Shops +13476998751 405 5th Ave, Fl 2, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Annette Perel – Clearbirth Doula ServicesAnnette Perel - Clearbirth Doula Services
 
26 reviews
Doulas, Lactation Services, Childbirth Education +16464150889 New York, NY 10025
Doula Laura FalzonDoula Laura Falzon
 
2 reviews
Doulas +16465102555 Bloomfield St, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Wisdom Bird Doula NYCWisdom Bird Doula NYC
 
14 reviews
Yoga, Doulas, Reiki +13478201473 336 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Motherling Birth and Postpartum Doula ServicesMotherling Birth and Postpartum Doula Services
 
12 reviews
Doulas, Placenta Encapsulations, Lactation Services +19172972113 84th & W End Ave, New York, NY 10024
Ashe Birthing ServicesAshe Birthing Services
 
11 reviews
Doulas +13477192931 Bronx, NY 10453
Born Knowing Birth and Lactation SupportBorn Knowing Birth and Lactation Support
 
14 reviews
Doulas, Lactation Services +16465120842 New York, NY 10003
Doula Care Postpartum ServiceDoula Care Postpartum Service
 
15 reviews
Doulas, Lactation Services, Personal Care Services +12127496613 70 W 93rd St, New York, NY 10025
Erica Shane ChildbirthErica Shane Childbirth
 
8 reviews
Doulas, Lactation Services, Sleep Specialists +19414004347 NYC, NY 10002
Mona Eldahry, L. Ac, DACMMona Eldahry, L. Ac, DACM
 
2 reviews
Doulas, Acupuncture, Naturopathic/Holistic +13477090030 186 Montague St, FL Ground, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Love Child YogaLove Child Yoga
 
22 reviews
Yoga, Prenatal/Perinatal Care, Doulas +16464944251 9 Patchin Pl, Ste 1, New York, NY 10011
Maiysha Campbell KramerMaiysha Campbell Kramer
 
2 reviews
Doulas, Lactation Services, Childbirth Education +19177712847 New York, NY 10025
Loving Hands LactationLoving Hands Lactation
 
30 reviews
Lactation Services +19173125700 258 Newark St, Ste 206, Mahala Lactation and Perinatal, Hoboken, NJ 07030
DREAM WellnesDREAM Wellnes
 
6 reviews
Chiropractors, Nutritionists, Doulas +15168298099 24 Great Neck Rd, Fl 2, Great Neck, NY 11021
Cosmos MidwiferyCosmos Midwifery
 
14 reviews
Midwives +13472010469 New York, NY 11222
Happy Family AfterHappy Family After
 
8 reviews
Parenting Classes, Doulas, Childbirth Education +17328200325 Princeton, NJ 08542
Central Park MidwiferyCentral Park Midwifery
 
36 reviews
Midwives, Prenatal/Perinatal Care +12125312229 285 W End Ave, Ste Y2, New York, NY 10023
The New York BabyThe New York Baby
 
1 review
Doulas, Lactation Services, Childbirth Education +19173992031 New York, NY 10016
Tapestry Birth CollectiveTapestry Birth Collective
 
11 reviews
Doulas, Parenting Classes +12024314784 Jersey City, NJ 07302
Brooklyn Birth ArtsBrooklyn Birth Arts
 
20 reviews
Session Photography, Doulas +19178216473 383 Van Brunt St, Fl 3, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Womb SisterWomb Sister
 
7 reviews
Doulas, Placenta Encapsulations, Childbirth Education +13472054043 Elmont, NY 11003
Carriage House BirthCarriage House Birth
 
1 review
Childbirth Education, Doulas, Parenting Classes +13476990816 105 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY 11249
Tiny TouchTiny Touch
 
6 reviews
Prenatal/Perinatal Care, Doulas, Lactation Services +12015657001 Jersey City, NJ 07302
Ashley Brichter / Managing Overwhelming MomentsAshley Brichter / Managing Overwhelming Moments
 
5 reviews
Doulas, Childbirth Education +19176481326 New York, NY 10012
Maternal ResourcesMaternal Resources
 
44 reviews
Obstetricians & Gynecologists, Midwives +12016918664 21 Mcwilliams Pl, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Bergen DoulaBergen Doula
 
29 reviews
Doulas, Lactation Services +12012457614 Bergen County, NJ 07602
Ma YogaMa Yoga
 
2 reviews
Yoga, Childbirth Education, Doulas +19174076840 302 Bowery, Fl 2, New York, NY 10012
Maternal Instinct DoulasMaternal Instinct Doulas
 
1 review
Doulas +16024382589 330 W 145th St, New York, NY 10039
Doula Support NYCDoula Support NYC
 
6 reviews
Doulas, Yoga, Childbirth Education +16462069183 928 Broadway, Ste 904, New York, NY 10010
Rebecca Wender Massage TherapyRebecca Wender Massage Therapy
 
4 reviews
Massage Therapy, Prenatal/Perinatal Care, Doulas +19172249889 15 W 26th St, Fl 10, New York, NY 10010
Ancient Song Doula ServicesAncient Song Doula Services
 
6 reviews
Childbirth Education, Doulas +13474809504 7 Marcus Garvey Blvd, Ste 436, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Baby In The FamilyBaby In The Family
 
19 reviews
Lactation Services, Childbirth Education +19178647457 New York, NY 11238
Amanda Rose WalshAmanda Rose Walsh
 
4 reviews
Trainers, Yoga, Doulas +13474524198 New York, NY 10024
Birth In the CityBirth In the City
 
5 reviews
Doulas +16465527458 Brooklyn, NY 11231
Ixchel Postpartum Healing DoulaIxchel Postpartum Healing Doula
 
1 review
Doulas +12134223937 Jersey City, NJ 07302
Our Birthing CenterOur Birthing Center
 
10 reviews
Midwives, Childbirth Education, Doulas +18624442420 25 Lindsley Dr, Morristown, NJ 07960
Vivian Cardinale, AAHCC, Bradley Method InstructorVivian Cardinale, AAHCC, Bradley Method Instructor
 
4 reviews
Doulas, Childbirth Education, Parenting Classes +19177055292 Glen Head, NY 11545
Honor Nature Birth ServicesHonor Nature Birth Services
 
16 reviews
Doulas, Lactation Services, Childbirth Education +19172144777 New York, NY 10026
Om Mamas DoulasOm Mamas Doulas
 
12 reviews
Doulas, Placenta Encapsulations, Childbirth Education +17322561841 1700 Allenwood Rd, Wall Township, NJ 07719
Tibetan CareTibetan Care
 
4 reviews
Nanny Services, Home Health Care +16465992645 349 Fifth Ave, New York, NY 10016

 

Individual Doulas in New York by price:

We have also compiled a list of individual doulas working in New York and their prices. Please see this table and reach out to us if you are a doula and would like to be included:

Doulas in New York

wdt_ID Name Clinic Name Birth Fee Postpartum Rate - hourly Clients per month Type of practice Contact Birth Doula Certifications Birth Doula Experience Postpartum Doula Experience Doula Training Type of Practice Attends Hospital Births Attends Birth Center Births Attends Home Center Births College Education Relevant volunteer or advocacy work Fee details Phone State Full Address Service Range
2263 Kim Holden, CLC DOULA X DESIGN Not specified 65 2 to 4 births and 2 to 4 postpartum families Solo practice https://doulaxdesign.com/ DONA International, November 2018 Type of practice: Solo practice Postpartum limits/restrictions: No smokers please. Attends hospital births? All Hospitals Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers MA/MS Attends home births? Any Home Birth I am DONA (Doulas of North America) trained, an ALPP Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) and educated in Spinning Babies® labor comfort and progress techniques. I am a Professional Member of Evidence Based Birth® and receive frequent continuing education on the best practices in the field. In addition, I am a member of the Metro Doula Group COVID Response Team, providing PPE kits to birthing people and communities in need in New York City. New York New York, NY 100 miles Working everywhere!
2264 Sarah-Grace Sweeney Golden Bow Birth $1800 to $2500 $40 to $50 0 to 5 Partnership with 1 other doula https://goldenbowbirth.com/ DONA International, May 2018 Type of practice: Partnership with 1 other doula Attends hospital births? Some HospitalsI do not typically attend births at NYU or Lenox Hill. If you feel we'd be an amazing fit and are planning to give birth there, let's talk! Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers Attends home births? Any Home BirthHome birth is my favorite! You will have the most autonomy of any birth setting. Midwifery care is also safe and leads to better outcomes for parents & babies. BA/BS Birth doula hotline for support during COVID-19; Dance teacher at Groove with Me, supporting young women in East Harlem and the Bronx to build their confidence and have fun with movement & dance. Sliding scale available upon request. My fee covers 2-3 prenatal visits, which can include fitness evaluations and recommendations, birth support and one postpartum visit. New York #N/A #N/A
2265 Jae Carey Not specified 1 to 3 Solo practice https://www.greenwooddoula.com/ Stillbirthday - Certified Birth and Bereavement Doula 5 years and 108 births attended Ancient Song Doula Services, October 2016,DONA International, June 2018 Type of practice: Solo practice Attends hospital births? All HospitalsExperience at both public and private hospitals Attends birth center births? All Birth CentersBrooklyn Birthing Center; Birthing Center of New York Attends home births? Any Home BirthExperience with homebirth Midwives includes: Tania Zirulnik, Tanya Wills, Robina Khalid, Cara Muhlhahn, and Miriam Schwarzschild BA/BS Ancient Song Doula Services: Reproductive Health and Wellness Educator (NYC Health and Hospitals Department of Correctional Health - Rikers Island; bereavement and death doula; NYC Doula Collective: Mentor, Mediation and Access Committees; Buddhist Peace Fellowship SOMA award winner; and CHiPS women's shelter volunteer. Full-spectrum, full-circle doula with rates dependent on services and tailored to situation. In-person, virtual, tiered, and hourly offerings currently available. Also trained in various meditation, breathing, and comforting touch techniques specifically for laboring. If we are a good fit, I make a special effort to work with those in non-conventional circumstances. Please reach out if you would like to discuss individualized services, fees, and options. New York #N/A #N/A
2266 Maria Dangond Not specified Not specified 2 to 4 births and 1 postpartum families Solo practice http://mariadangond.com/ Doula Trainings International - Certified Birth Doula,Doula Trainings International - Certified Postpartum Doula 4 years and 159 births attended 7 years and 35 families served Doula Trainings International , December 2016,HypnoBirthing, April 2019 Type of practice: Solo practice Attends hospital births? All Hospitals Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers Attends home births? Any Home Birth BA/BS Mental Health First Aid Certificate My fee includes a complimentary meeting, two to three prenatal visits where we focus on childbirth education, birth preferences, breast-feeding support, laboring positions, and more. Unlimited text/e-mail/phone support once we begin working together. On call period starts from 38 weeks onward, and continuous support throughout labor and birth. I stay with you 1-2 hours after your baby is born to make sure everyone is doing well and baby is breastfeeding properly, if you are planning on that. I then come to your home within a week of your birth for a postpartum visit. New York #N/A #N/A
2267 Nikita Hardy, MPA Millennial Doula LLC $800 to $1800 1 to 3 Solo practice https://www.millennialdoula.com ReByrth Doula Training Program, February 2020,DONA International, June 2020 Type of practice: Solo practice Attends hospital births? All Hospitals Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers Attends home births? Some Home Births BA/BS DONA Member, National Black Doula Association Member, Evidence Based Birth Professional Member, Schenectady Breastfeeding Coalition Member. Due to COVID-19, I am also offering affordable and accessible virtual doula support, Childbirth Education. Our sliding scale fee is all inclusive - all prenatal visits, birth time (no matter how long or short your birth may be) and postpartum visits. --------- Willing to travel out of state. New York Schenectady, NY 100 miles Serves families in Capital Region of NY, NYC and surrounding areas.
2268 Danielle Krulik All Babes Doula $500 to $1000 25 1 to 3 births and 1 to 2 postpartum families Solo practice http://www.allbabesdoula.com Doula Trainings International , January 2021 Type of practice: Solo practice Attends hospital births? All Hospitals Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers Attends home births? Any Home Birth BA/BS Hi, I’m Danielle (she/her), your full-spectrum, no-nonsense doula! As your doula, I will hold space for you to deeply connect to your true self while also guiding you in becoming centered, enabling you to think clearly, critically & listen to your instincts; Helping you make informed choices for a positive experience. A positive experience isn't a standardized experience but one where you feel safe, respected, & supported throughout. As your doula, I won’t show you how to become empowered. That power is already in you! I’m there to remind you of what’s already inside of you. My goal as your doula isn’t to sway you in any direction. It’s to provide you with unconditional support, tools, & evidence-based information so you can make the BEST decision for yourself! You know yourself better than anyone else. You being happy with your choice is the only thing that matters to me! Your body is your own journey, and I am here for you not only as a doula but as a trusted friend. New York #N/A #N/A
2269 Michelle Arvin $800 to $1600 1 to 4 Solo practice https://michellearvin.com DONA International - Certified Birth Doula 1 years and 7 births attended DONA International, September 2020,Birth Advocacy Doula Trainings, May 2021 Type of practice: Solo practice Attends hospital births? All Hospitals Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers Attends home births? Any Home Birth BA/BS I am currently working within a small collective with other doulas in my neighborhood. Outside doula work, I sit on the board of my community garden and volunteer at my child's school (when possible). Min/max above are a sliding scale, depending on client's circumstances. I'm also open to barter/trade of services. Let's discuss! New York #N/A #N/A
2270 Emily Hursh The Flying Doula $1,800 1 to 4 Solo practice http://www.flyingdoula.com DONA International - Certified Birth Doula 5 years and 48 births attended DONA International, February 2016 Type of practice: Solo practice Attends hospital births? All Hospitals Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers Attends home births? Any Home Birth BA/BS Volunteer Doula with the Institute for Family Health Hi! I’m the Flying Doula, and I believe birth should be fun! If you think so too, we should meet! You can contact me directly with questions, or go to calendly.com/flyingdoula and schedule your interview! My package includes two prenatal visits, phone and e-mail support, continuous in person support throughout labor, birth, and 1-2 hours postpartum, and one postnatal visit. New York #N/A #N/A
2271 Krista Smith Of Sage and Spirit $1,500 $45 to $55 0 to 3 births and 0 to 3 postpartum families Partnership with 2 or more doulas http://sageandspiritdoula.com DONA International, November 2018 Type of practice: Partnership with 2 or more doulas Postpartum limits/restrictions: Would prefer a non-smoking household. Attends hospital births? All Hospitals Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers BA/BS Attends home births? Any Home Birth Typically I will meet with clients 2-3 times before birth to establish rapport and work though your birthing stradegy. I will meet you at your birthing location when you are in active labor and I will provide continuous support throughout your labor. My goal is to set you up for success so you feel as calm, confident, empowered, and educated as you can possibly be. I also offer embodied trauma healing and indigenous birthing practices and rituals for those that are interested. New York Saugerties, NY 70 miles
2272 Shannon Brown Shannon Brown Doula Services $600 to $850 0 to 2 Solo practice https://www.shannonbrowndoula.com DONA International - Certified Birth Doula 9 years and 34 births attended Type of practice: Solo practice Clients per month: 0 to 2 Attends hospital births? All Hospitals Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers BA/BS Attends home births? Some Home BirthsI do not attend unassisted births, it is out of my scope of practice. Board of Broome County Childbirth Advocates, which provides free informational monthly meetings to the public. Meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm in BC Family Chiropractic in the small mall in Johnson City. *Meetings currently on hold due to COVID http://bcchildbirthadvocates.weebly.com/ I have volunteered in the past working with mothers who lost their babies, helping them through their grieving process. New York Port Crane, NY 40 miles
Name Clinic Name Birth Fee Postpartum Rate - hourly Clients per month Type of practice Contact Birth Doula Certifications Birth Doula Experience Postpartum Doula Experience Doula Training Type of Practice Attends Hospital Births Attends Birth Center Births Attends Home Center Births College Education Relevant volunteer or advocacy work Fee details Phone State Full Address Service Range

Doulas in New York: Business Spotlight

Doula in Brooklyn, NY


Sharliamar Jackson

Business Name:  ShalajDoula
Email:  shalajdoula@gmail.com
Website:shalajdoula.wix.com/mysite
Phone:  786-348-7032

Experience:

Sharliamar believes no laboring person should feel alone, uninformed, or shameful during and after their pregnancy. She believes everyone should give birth their way. She feels strongly about offering her services to all people, no matter your age, sexual orientation, beliefs, or financial situation. Everyone deserves a doula. She is currently working with DONA  doula certification.

Services Offered:

She provides birth and postpartum doula  services, and she serves New York City, Brooklyn, and Queens.

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