Birth Doula Profile Meet Cris Puccia Birth Doula Hello! My name is Cris — I’m a full-spectrum doula based in Canandaigua, NY. I came to birth work after the birth of my first son, when I found myself wondering if other new parents were struggling (like me) or thriving and had people they could talk to about the realities of birth and parenthood. My own experience inspires my work, where I serve as a compassionate guide for pregnant people and their loved ones. In 2018, I completed birth doula training with Carriage House Birth in NYC and have since joined many birth teams, adapting my support to fit the specific needs of each experience. Today, I am on a continuous journey to deepen my practice of reproductive justice and care work. I support births in Rochester, Canandaigua, and nearby areas. Curious if we’re a good fit? I’d love to connect. https://www.doulanona.com/ 7163162713 cris.doulanona@outlook.com

Birth Doula help families feel empowered to make informed choices about their care in pregnancy, birth and parenthood. Providing physical and emotional support throughout labor, birth and the early postpartum hours. Birth Doulas Click the photo of any doula below to access their profile page and learn more about them or get their contact information. Abbey Staffieri Birth Doula Adriana Lozada, AdvCD(DONA), CSC, CEMC, CBP Birth Doula, Healthy Sleep Consultations, Birth and Postpartum Prep. Classes Allison Kelly Birth Doula Alyssa Actaea, CLC (She/They) Full Spectrum Doula, Lactation Counselor Alyssa Krokenberger Birth Doula Amy Schlageter Birth Doula Anna Evevsky Birth Doula Ashley Wyffels Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Pediatric Sleep Consultant, Childbirth Educator Bert Kiehle Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Certified Body Ready Method® Pro Certified Lactation Counselor, CLC Certified VBAC Doula, CVD (TVL) Bridget Strub, CD(DONA), LCCE Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator, Hospital-Grade Breast Pump Rentals Christine Landers, BD, HCHD, PES Birth Doula, Hypno-Doula, Placenta Specialist Cris Puccia Birth Doula Danielle Cisneros Birth doula Eileen Steinchen, LMHC Birth Doula Enuma Okafor Birth and Postpartum Doula Services Jenna Roberge-karns Birth Doula Jennie Kieffer, CLC, CD(DONA), CVD(TVL) Birth Doula, Birth Photographer, Lactation Counselor Joanna Jackson (BAI, CAPPA) Birth Doula (BAI) Postpartum Doula (CAPPA) Nesting Party Coordinator Jocelyn Semple, BEC, CD-L Birth Doula & Breastfeeding Educator Julia M. Sittig, MSW, AdvCD/BDT(DONA), LCCE Birth Doula, Childbirth Education, Doula Training Julie Hobart Birth and Postpartum Doula, Massage Therapist Kathryn Franke, MA, CD(DONA) Birth Doula Kirsten Elting -BA, CD(DONA), LCCE, CLEC, CLC, SBD, CVD(TVL) Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator, Lactation Educator and Counselor LaKeisha Washington, MPA, CD(DONA) Birth Doula, Birth Photography, Placenta Services Lauren Dearman Birth Doula, ASL Interpreter Margo Fox, MSW, DONA Trained Birth Doula Birth Doula Services Mariel Rivera-Piluso, ABD, MA Abortion Doula, Perinatal Loss Doula, Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Education, Mary Feeney, MS, RN-BC Birth Doula Megan Stavalone, DC Birth Doula, Chiropractor Melissa Ebner Birth Doula CD(DONA), Postpartum Doula, Lactation Counselor Melissa Keyes Birth doula, postpartum doula, breastfeeding consultant, breathing techniques, birthing support and parent education Melody E Osgood, LAc, trained doula Birth doula, in-home acupuncture, in- office acupuncture Melody Osgood, LAC, Doula, CBE, Placenta Specialist Labor Acupuncture, Pregnancy Acupuncture, Childbirth Education, Placenta Encapsulation Michelle Grosodonia Maiola CD (DTI), ERYT-200, Reiki Master Birth and Postpartum, Pre-Postnatal Yoga, Reiki Healing Mindy Class, CD(DONA), CLC Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula Molly Deutschbein, LMT, CST, CD, RYT Full Spectrum Doula, Birth Doula, Pregnancy Bodywork, Spinning Babies Aware Practitioner Morgan Moy M.S., CCC-SLP/L TSSLD Birth and Postpartum Doula care Natalie Skomski Birth Doula Support Phyllis Sharp CD(DONA), CLC Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Placenta Specialist, Lactation Support, Childbirth Classes Rachel Stacy Birth Doula, Birth Planning Rebecca Dilley CLC,Birth and Postpartum Doula Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Breastmilk jewelry Sarah Ozimek Birth & Postpartum Doula Shannon Glaser Birth Doula Shannon Pessin Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator Tamara L Albert, CD(DONA), LCCE Birth Doula, Childbirth preparation classes

Birth Doula Profile Meet Shannon Glaser Birth Doula 585-784-0870 letsdoulait@gmail.com

Postpartum Doula Profile Meet Ashley Wyffels Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Pediatric Sleep Consultant, Childbirth Educator Growing up I always knew I wanted to work with babies. I went on to get a degree in early childhood development and have worked in the childcare field for over 10 years with infants. After becoming a certified pediatric sleep consultant in 2019 and working with many families, I realized there was so much more I could do to help parents thrive. This led me down the path of becoming a birth and postpartum doula. Educating and supporting families is my passion and I feel very privileged to get to do this work! My goal as a birth doula is to inform and support parents so they feel heard and remember birth as a happy experience. I was fortunate enough to have a positive birth experience when I had my daughter in 2014 but I know that is not the case for everyone. I would love to be able to change that. My goal as a postpartum doula is to make the transition of having a new baby as smooth as possible. I also have a degree in Early Childhood development, I am a certified pediatric sleep consultant and work as a nanny. I plan to become a certified lactation counselor in the future as well. I grew up in the Victor area and just built a house in Farmington where I live with my family of 3. We have a beautiful, sassy daughter who is my reason for being and keeps me always striving to do more! Doulas and Beyond http://doulasandbeyond.com 5854691782 doulasandbeyond@gmail.com

Birth Doula Profile Meet Julia M. Sittig, MSW, AdvCD/BDT(DONA), LCCE Birth Doula, Childbirth Education, Doula Training My goal as a birth doula is to inform and support parents so they feel empowered and remember birth as a positive experience. Your birth experience matters! Beautiful Birth Choices http://www.bbcroc.com 585-613-1051 julia@bbcroc.com

Postpartum Doula Profile Meet Melissa Ebner Birth Doula CD(DONA), Postpartum Doula, Lactation Counselor I have a passion for helping others and for empowering people in any stage of life, especially as they are bringing new life into the world. Whether it be emotional support, physical support, relaxation techniques, or to simply occupy space so that they know they don’t have to go through birth alone. I am excited to use my intuitive and kind energy to help guide and empower families in their journey to parenthood. I have been an early childhood educator for 20 years in many different modalities, including Montessori education, family day care, and nanny work. It was a very natural transition from teaching and caring for young children and their families to becoming a doula. I truly love this heart work and I feel blessed every day. Melissa Doula https://www.melissadoulacare.com/ 6072729838 melissa.doulacare@gmail.com

We are a collaborative group of doulas serving families in Rochester, NY and its surrounding areas throughout pregnancy, birth and parenthood. Additionally, we offer community and educational support for doulas in our area. Welcome to the Doula Cooperative of Rochester, NY We are so glad you are here! What is a doula? About Us Support for families and doulas We are a collaborative group of doulas serving families in Rochester, NY and its surrounding areas throughout pregnancy, birth and parenthood. Additionally, we offer community and educational support for doulas in our area. Get to know us! Looking for a doula? You're in the right place! This site is packed with information about birth and postpartum doula support. You will find answers to a few of the most frequently asked questions about doulas and get to know some of the doulas in our cooperative. If you are inquiring about doula support, we invite you to contact a doula individually through their profile or by completing our contact form which will be circulated to all the doulas in our membership. Meet the Doulas! Looking for a doula community? We welcome all doulas to our cooperative regardless of their training organization, certification status and areas or frequency of practice. Membership benefits include monthly opportunities for networking, skill enhancement and professional development. Additionally, our members have access to doula service requests and have the opportunity to list their profile and contact information on our site. Join our Community!

Lactation Counseling, Postpartum Doula Care Lactation Support Profile Meet Mabel Primus, CLC Lactation Counseling, Postpartum Doula Care Hi! I’m Mabel Primus. I’m a postpartum doula and certified lactation counselor (CLC) serving the Rochester area. I am very passionate about providing support to new families and especially to moms (and birthing parents) as they do a life transition that is often way more difficult than expected. In traditional societies, laypeople were very familiar with birth, breastfeeding, and community support during the childbearing year. Today, many parents go into the postpartum months never having witnessed these first newborn weeks and without nearly enough support. We tend to focus on the birth process (for good reason!) but don’t know how to adequately plan for the harrowing, sleepless, and altogether unique weeks and months following the welcoming of a new baby into the home. I am honored that you are considering inviting me into the sacred space of your home during this exciting time in your family’s life. I look forward to witnessing this part of your journey. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions! Mabel Primus Doula http://www.mabelprimusdoula.com 5857641651 mabelprimusdoula@gmail.com

Birth Doula Profile Meet Mindy Class, CD(DONA), CLC Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula Mindy Class, CD(DONA), CLC Mindy began her Doula career in 2016 after the birth of her fourth child. She has always been fascinated with pregnancy and birth and knew she wanted to continue that passion and help others. Mindy believes every woman should have the opportunity to have an empowering and fulfilling birth experience. Mindy is a certified birth Doula through DONA International and has attended both hospital and home births. She also has a special interest in breastfeeding which led her on the path to becoming a Certified Lactation Counselor. Mindy is a member of the Rochester Doula Cooperative and serves on the Steering Committee as the referral coordinator. In her spare time, or when not running her kids to sporting activities and events, Mindy enjoys movies, crafting, baking and reading. Mindy is also very involved in volunteering in her community, she serves on boards for her local preschool and sports clubs. Mindy feels so grateful to be part of such a wonderful birthing community. http:// (585)576-9200 mindyclass@hotmail.com

Birth Doula Profile Meet Amy Schlageter Birth Doula I'm Amy Schlageter, a passionate doula and Reiki practitioner dedicated to supporting women on their journey to motherhood and holistic wellness. As I finalize my certification with DONA, I am offering my services at a significantly discounted rate to gain experience in the field. With over 26 years of experience at UR Medicine, I bring a wealth of knowledge, compassion, and dedication to my practice. My mission is to empower women, honor their unique birthing journeys, and provide unwavering support every step of the way. I look forward to connecting with you and supporting you through this beautiful chapter of your life! - Amy Womb to World Doula Care https://schlageteramy.wixsite.com/mysite (585) 259-8929

Birth Doula Profile Meet Rachel Stacy Birth Doula, Birth Planning Birthwork has been calling Rachel since childhood. In fact, as a toddler she informed her mother that she wanted to "be a mom and a midwife, so I can catch my own babies". While the dream of midwifery education has not been fully realized yet, she has been privileged to support families alongside one of the local homebirth midwives as a birth assistant since 2023. She began supporting families as a doula in 2024, recognizing that it takes an effective team to support a family well. When not at a birth, you can find her home-educating her children, studying at a local coffee shop, or listening to a podcast. https://www.rachelstacybirth.com/ 5854900665 rachelstacybirth@gmail.com

Postpartum Doula Profile Meet Amanda Moore Postpartum Doula Hello! I have worked with children and families in different aspects for over 25 years and have two adult children of my own. I am both birth and postpartum doula trained through DONA. Since 2019 I have put my focus on the postpartum period and have worked as a postpartum doula. I feel the postpartum time is overlooked and so much can be gained from additional support. Offering support to families during this time is a passion of mine and I look forward providing my services to fit what the needs are for your family. 5853547854 joybegins@yahoo.com

Postpartum Doula Profile Meet Mabel Primus, CLC Postpartum Doula and Lactation Counseling Hi! I’m Mabel Primus. I’m a postpartum doula and certified lactation counselor (CLC) serving the Rochester area. I am very passionate about providing support to new families and especially to moms (and birthing parents) as they do a life transition that is often way more difficult than expected. In traditional societies, laypeople were very familiar with birth, breastfeeding, and community support during the childbearing year. Today, many parents go into the postpartum months never having witnessed these first newborn weeks and without nearly enough support. We tend to focus on the birth process (for good reason!) but don’t know how to adequately plan for the harrowing, sleepless, and altogether unique weeks and months following the welcoming of a new baby into the home. I am honored that you are considering inviting me into the sacred space of your home during this exciting time in your family’s life. I look forward to witnessing this part of your journey. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions! mabelprimusdoula.com Mabel Primus Doula 5857641651 mabelprimusdoula@gmail.com

Birth Doula Profile Meet Mary Feeney, MS, RN-BC Birth Doula Hi, I'm so happy you're here! My name is Mary and I am a DONA trained birth doula working on my official certification. For some background, I have been a registered nursed for 8 years caring for liver, kidney, and pancreas transplant recipients. Prior to becoming an RN I was a care tech on a labor and delivery/postpartum unit. I assisted during vaginal births, c-sections, and postpartum care of mom and baby. Since having my two boys, I was reminded of my passion for birth, postpartum, and lactation. I am almost a certified lactation counselor (CLC)! I cannot wait to nurture you and help you have the empowered birth experience you desire. Thank you for reading and I hope to meet you soon! :) 7466289536 mfeeneydoula@gmail.com

Birth Doula Profile Meet Melissa Keyes Birth doula, postpartum doula, breastfeeding consultant, breathing techniques, birthing support and parent education Hi, I am so happy to tell you about myself! I have always had a deep understanding for children, my heart is baby! I have been a migrant headstart infant teacher for almost 13 yrs. ,this includes breastfeeding, I have a current CDA and CPR/First aid, and MAT Certification. I had my babysitting certificate at 11, and it was all the love and nurturing one could truly give to those helpless children. My life passion has been babies and caring for family members and then I tought at the Roosevelt children center for 2 years. I will never forget what a beautiful opportunity it was to work with children with disabilities and learning challenges. I have been employed through my local school district as well. My absolute favorite is my babies!!! I would love to share my compassion and caring for others as a doula. This is my passion for all those beautiful women who would love to have me also. Baby Love 3153590510 mlssutter@yahoo.com

Birth Doula Profile Meet Eileen Steinchen, LMHC Birth Doula 3152009778 eeroach1@gmail.com

Birth Doula Profile Meet Alyssa Krokenberger Birth Doula Hi, my name is Alyssa and I’m a DONA trained birth doula based in the Rochester Ny area. I am a wife and mother of two wonderful children. After my first birth I became hooked on all things birth, lactation, and advocacy surrounding both. I had two beautiful birth experiences with doulas. After giving birth I couldn’t understand how anyone does it without a doula! I’ve always had a passion for helping others and I want to be there to help with, what for most people, is the hardest thing they will have to do in their life. Every person deserves an opportunity to have the birth they want and an advocate to help them achieve their goals. I would love to help you #ROCyourbirth! Check out my instagram @ROCyourbirth ROC Your Birth 585-329-9278 Rocyourbirth@gmail.com

Postpartum Doula Profile Meet Ellen Pavlacka, PCD(DONA), CLC, CBS Postpartum Doula, Lactation Consultations Hi, I’m Ellen! I’m a certified postpartum doula (DONA) and lactation healthcare provider working toward IBCLC certification (the gold standard in lactation care). Before recently returning to New York, I spent hundreds of hours supporting families in both hospital and outpatient settings in Philadelphia, helping with everything from breastfeeding and pumping to relactation and formula feeding. My approach for both lactation care and postpartum doula support is practical, evidence-based, and always centered on what works best for you. I live 15 minutes east of Canandaigua and offer postpartum doula support and lactation support in Ontario, Seneca, Yates, and Wayne counties, as well as lactation consults in Syracuse and virtually. Wherever you are in your postpartum or feeding journey, don't hesitate to reach out! No one is meant to do the work of parenting without a village of support around them, and it gives me great joy to support and empower you as part of that village. Nourishing Pathways https://nourishingpathwayslactation.com 315-217-1117 ellen@nourishingpathwayslactation.com

Childbirth Educators help families feel empowered to make informed choices about their care in pregnancy, birth and parenthood. Childbirth Educators Click the photo of any educator below to access their profile page and learn more about them or get their contact information. Melody Osgood, LAc, Doula, CBE, Placenta Specialist Childbirth Education, Acupuncture, Doula, Placenta Encapsulation Kirsten L Elting Birth Doula, VBAC Doula, Body Ready Method Pro, Lactation Counselor Adriana Lozada Group and individual childbirth preparation Tara Rice, IBCE Birth doula, postpartum doula, postpartum nutrition coach, belly casting Tamara L Albert CD(DONA), LCCE Birth Doula, Childbirth preparation classes

Birth Doula Profile Meet Bridget Strub, CD(DONA), LCCE Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator, Hospital-Grade Breast Pump Rentals Bridget is passionate about supporting families in the Rochester area. She has been a doula since 2015 and a childbirth educator since 2018. She has worked in home and hospital birth settings and has supported births of all kinds. Bridget believes that peace can prevail in birth and parenthood, regardless of the specifics of the situation, and she views her role as a catalyst to help that happen. She supports her clients with a calm strength and physiologically supportive, evidence-based approach. Wildflower Birth Support http://www.wildflowerbirth.co (585) 880-5387 bridgetthedoula@gmail.com