Find a Doula Near Me in Elizabeth, NJ

I’m Erica Castillo a full-spectrum doula, body literacy educator, and folk herbalist walking the path toward becoming a home birth midwife. I offer culturally rooted care across the reproductive spectrum, including birth, postpartum, fertility, menstruation, and reproductive health support. My practice weaves together ancestral knowledge and contemporary support, grounded in the traditional healing ways of my African and Taíno ancestors. In many traditions, midwives were more than just birth attendants, they were community healers, herbalists, bodyworkers, and spiritual guides. That legacy shapes how I show up in this work: with reverence, skill, and a deep commitment to care that uplifts the whole person. For the last 8 years, I’ve supported families with a blend of intuition, evidence-based tools, and heart. If you’re looking for a grounded, culturally aligned doula who honors your intuition and uplifts your experience, and advocates for you, I’d be honored to support!

Hi! My name is Keshia Jackman, located in Newark, NJ. I trained as a community doula with Ancient Song Doula Services. I am dedicated to helping parents navigate through their pregnancy safely, and with as little intervention as possible. In my spare time, I like to read, listen to music and play my occasional video game. I'm also part of a community choir.

I am a certified birth doula. I love helping families get ready to meet their baby! I am also trained in child birth education as well as provide photography - portrait, maternity, family, birth and baby.

Hello! I’m Gabrielle. A little bit about me and what sets me apart: I am an Ayurvedic birth and postpartum doula, an Holistic Pregnancy and Birth Practitioner (HPBP), and I am in my final year of a Master of Science degree in Integrative Medicine and Ayurveda Health. And, aside from all of that, I have been a career nanny for over a decade with experience working with moms and postpartum. My knowledge of this ancient wisdom of Ayurveda allows me to bring a unique approach to your postpartum by focusing on nourishment, healing, rest, + bonding. My focus is to hold you so you can hold your baby. As we enter into this sacred journey together, know that my intention during every stage is done with the utmost reverence and respect for the art of bringing new life into the world, and I am merely a bystander in your new journey to motherhood. I am so looking forward to serving you.

Hi I'm Diane Nader Giresi, I'm a DONA Trained and Certified Postpartum Doula, a Certified Lactation Counselor and a Pre/Postnatal Fitness Trainer. I realized with the birth of my first child, that I had to include a wellness plan for my overall wellbeing. I believe we go through different journeys throughout our lives and with each journey, we face challenges. My goal as a postpartum doula, is to provide my clients with individualized non-judgmental support that encourages them on their journey as new parents. Continuing education is always at the forefront, so I can provide the most up to date evidence based research and resources. I attend many workshops and conferences on the ever changing protocols on tongue-tie and oral restrictions. I provide extensive lactation support if choosing to breastfeed. I help develop strategies for success, back to work plans, weaning, pumping, and flange fitting. In addition to newborn care, understanding cues, and newborn sleep patterns. Support looks different for each family. I listen to your needs and together we form a plan that serves your new family unit.

Hi, I am Kareema, a trained postpartum doula with a background as a labor & delivery, postpartum, and nursery nurse. I am passionate about supporting families through the transformative journey of the fourth trimester. With years of hands-on experience in maternal-newborn care, I strive to create a nurturing, informed, and empowering environment for parents as they navigate the early stages of parenthood. I aim to provide compassionate, evidence-based support that promotes healing, confidence, and well-being.

Hi, I’m Colleen Anderson! As a Full-Spectrum Doula, Newborn Care Provider and Lactation Consultant, my passion is helping parents feel confident, supported, and empowered throughout their journey into parenthood. I believe that every family deserves personalized care that meets them where they are, whether it's guiding you through labor, troubleshooting breastfeeding challenges, or offering practical advice for life with a newborn. My approach is all about partnership. I’m here to listen, cheer you on, and provide the tools and support you need to thrive. With years of experience in newborn care, postpartum support, and parent education, I bring a compassionate and holistic approach to every interaction. As the founder of Mom’s Choice Nanny Agency, I’ve dedicated my career to being a one-stop birth and lactation support, helping you build a foundation of love, confidence, and care. 💕

I’m Victoria, a DONA International certified postpartum doula and lactation specialist dedicated to helping new parents find calm and confidence in their postpartum journey. Through NewEra Doula, I provide compassionate care, newborn guidance, and feeding support to ease the transition into parenthood. My mission is to nurture and empower families with the knowledge, reassurance, and hands-on support they need to thrive during this transformative time.

Hello, my name is Lelia Marino and I am a full spectrum doula, herbalist, and reiki practitioner located in Staten Island, New York. My motto is supporting you from womb to world, and I am dedicated to providing compassionate and holistic care for individuals and families during the journey of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. As a full spectrum doula, I support individuals through all pregnancy outcomes, including abortion and miscarriage. I also incorporate herbalism and reiki into my practice to provide physical and emotional support for my clients. I am committed to creating a safe and empowering space for individuals and families to make informed decisions and have a positive birthing experience.

Her passion for childbirth began in her birthing her four children within five years and learning the amazing power of the mind, soul, and body in physiologic birth and thereafter. Becoming a DONA trained Doula has given her the professional skills and resources to help other birthing people and their partner(s) awaken and tune into this power. As your Doula, she is honored to hold space for you and meet you where you are along your reproductive journey. She will provide emotional, informational, and physical support and hold your hand as you learn to advocate for your preferences in what is the most personal and sacred time in your life. By encouraging you to feel confident, fully supported, in control of your choices, and well equipped with the tools and comfort measures, her goal is to help you optimize any path your birth takes. She especially wants to do all she can to educate the community about the power of birth support, increase access to these evidence based services, and work with BBIPOC and trans and queer birthing people who often experience trauma and inequitable care along their gestational journey. As a Latinx Doula, she is a strong proponent of reclaiming and honoring the cultural roots of birthing communities and their traditional practices. Elizabeth is bilingual in Spanish.

Hello! My name is Stacy, and I am a certified birth and postpartum doula, and childbirth educator located in Northern New Jersey. I love serving and supporting families as they prepare to welcome their bundle(s) of love! To that end, my husband and I work together as a Doula/Doulo team to prepare and support couples to parent/co-parent as a team. My background is in education, and birth work is a beautiful calling that wonderfully utilizes my passion to serve families, particularly in marginalized communities. In my spare time, I love gardening, water activities and sculpting.

I set out to become a birth doula over 25 years ago after becoming a massage therapist, but I put this career goal on hold until my children became adults. I finally achieved my goal and became certified as a birth doula this year. As a seasoned massage therapist, I offer a broad understanding of a person's physical and emotional needs, especially during this special time as you prepare your body for the birth of your baby.

Hi, I'm Taylor Clarke-Cameron, and I am beyond thrilled to begin this journey as a birth & post-partum doula! 🌟 While I may be relatively new to the world of birth-work, I bring over a decade of experience as a school administrator, nurturing and advocating for individuals and families. That same passion has inspired me to step into birth-work, where my mission is to ensure every birthing person feels **informed, empowered, and supported** throughout their journey. 🤍 Whether you're a single parent, part of a multicultural or multi-religious family, in the LGBTQIA+ community, or navigating the path of adoption, I am here for YOU. Birth is universal, yet every experience is uniquely yours—a wonder of the galaxy. 🌌 Let’s work together to create a birthing experience that is as strong, vital, and extraordinary as YOU are. 💪✨ 💌 DM me to learn more about how I can support you during this transformative time.

Michelle is the owner of Baby, Please Birth Services Agency located in NJ but with a team serving the metropolitan areas of (NY, PA & CT) as well as Baltimore. She is a certified Doula and certified Childbirth Educator teaching the Bradley Method ®, and her own Holistic Course expressly for The Birth Center of NJ of which she is the Doula Director. Michelle serves on the National Black Doula Association (NBDA) Advisory Board where she revised the doula training curriculum to enhance the needs of Black Doulas working in systemically racist environments. As a NBDA Doula Instructor and Doula Mentor she spends her time providing critical thinking skills for her students to be successful and competent in their fields. She is also a Poppy Seed Health Advocate supporting birthing persons virtually where access otherwise would not exist financially. In addition, she established the NJ Virtual Doula Program for Overlook Hospital by galvanizing over 40 local doulas to volunteer their time during the COVID crisis. Michelle recently cross-trained with DONA International to build on her expertise as an educator. She is co-founder of The NJ Birth Justice Collective and Board Chairperson of The Perinatal Health Equity Initiative fostering awareness to Black Breastfeeding Families and Infant Mortality. Michelle tirelessly works in the birth industry since 2005; helping over 450 families navigate their birthing spaces, offering training for birth professionals while ensuring birth justice through state and national initiatives, serving on non-profit boards and panels, enhancing the platform through blogs and podcasts. A mother of two wonderful children born by amazing natural birth experiences. She has been married for 26 years to an incredible man who shares her birth passion, he teaches childbirth education classes with her to share the partner perspective. Michelle empowers others by offering education, support and advocacy. Michelle is also a full time Chemical Engineer working for a German Based company. She holds degrees in Chemistry, Mathematics and Chemical Engineering.

Jaslyn is a compassionate and dedicated full-spectrum doula based in Brooklyn, New York. With a background in healthcare and fertility support, she combines hands-on expertise with deep emotional support to guide families through the life-changing transition into parenthood. When she is isn't supporting families you can usually find Jaslyn working on her hobby of photography, simply curled up with her favorite fuzzy blanket watching horror movies or having a great time with her family and her partner. Raised by a strong single mother who navigated life with grit and grace, Jaslyn has a personal understanding of the challenges that many Black and Hispanic mothers face, especially when balancing family, career, and self-care. Her upbringing shaped her commitment to showing up with empathy, cultural awareness, and unwavering support in her doula practice. Jaslyn’s approach to care is rooted in empowerment, education, and advocacy. Her goal is to help you feel confident in your decisions, connected to your instincts, and supported as you find your voice as the parent of a new baby. She believes that informed choices are powerful, and that every parent deserves a safe, affirming space to explore what works best for their family. Whether you're preparing for birth, navigating postpartum healing, or seeking support after fertility treatments or IVF, Jaslyn tailors her care to meet you exactly where you are. She supports all birth plans and parenting choices, and honors the unique dynamics of each family, always without judgment. Clients often describe her as intuitive, grounding, and deeply present. She sees her role as part guide, part steady hand, and part instruction manual; someone who’s there to ease the transition and make sure you feel seen, supported, and never alone. Jaslyn also offers sliding scale services to make doula care more accessible, and proudly supports all families, including single parents and blended families. She is CPR certified.

I’m a certified doula, childbirth educator & breastfeeding specialist. I am passionate about birth and looking to help moms experience a glorious push and motherhood journey. I am Haitian and love to incorporate holistic practices from my culture. I stay up to date with evidence based maternity knowledge and I’m big on educating my clients, informed consent and advocacy.

Hello, My name is Tyreema and I'm a Full Spectrum Doula here in Northern NJ.

I provide compassionate, evidence-based doula support for expectant families seeking an empowered and holistic birth experience. I specialize in prenatal education, continuous labor support, and postpartum care, ensuring that birthing individuals and their families feel informed, nurtured, and confident throughout their journey. My hope is to create a calm, supportive, and judgment-free space where families can embrace birth with trust, strength, and peace. Whether you desire hands-on comfort techniques, advocacy in a hospital setting, or emotional reassurance in your home birth, Ivy Haven Birthwork is dedicated to honoring your unique path to parenthood.

It was in 2019 that I interviewed my grandmother about her birthing experience, she told me about her mother, and how in the south at that time it was common to have a home birth, and your neighbors would serve as seasoned midwives and doulas. I felt called to this story, of your village coming to provide you with support and care at your most vulnerable. As a birth and postpartum doula, I have served over 100 families from all walks of life, offering calming, comforting support to them and their support system! I believe in providing physical, informational and emotional support to the families I work with. I meet every family I work with where they are in their journey and offer the kind of comfort and advocacy that is needed for a beautiful and holistic experience. My mission is to make sure you have the birth or postpartum experience you want, and to aim higher than safety

Hi, I’m Briana, you can call me Briie — your dedicated support in early parenthood. Based in New York, I bring over 6 years of hands-on experience as a Newborn Care Specialist, Infant Sleep Coach and Nursing Assistant. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with families across the U.S., the Caribbean, and Europe — offering compassionate, reliable, and personalized care in those precious early stages of a child’s life. My approach is rooted in respect, empathy, and trust. I believe every child is wonderfully unique and deserves care that nurtures not only their physical needs but also their emotional well-being and sense of self. Whether I’m supporting parents through sleepless nights, helping newborns adjust to healthy routines, or engaging older children in meaningful play, I bring a calm, attentive presence to every home I enter. As a Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in special needs care, I’m comfortable navigating complex family dynamics and health-related concerns. I’m also deeply committed to discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality, ensuring peace of mind for every family I work with. To me, this work is more than a job — it’s a calling. Supporting growing families and nurturing young minds during their most formative moments is a responsibility I hold with deep care and integrity. If you're looking for someone who will show up with heart, experience, and a deep commitment to your child’s well-being, I’d be honored to connect with you. Warmly, Briie