Childbirth Educator Profile Meet Tara Rice, IBCE Birth doula, postpartum doula, postpartum nutrition coach, belly casting I have been providing childbirth education and supporting birthing families as a doula in the Rochester and Finger Lakes area since 2005. My absolute passion is providing the knowledge and support needed for a healthy, empowered, and positive birth experience. I have experience in our areas hospitals and birth centers and at home birth, and I love sharing what I have learned through my trainings and years of experience. Joyful Birth http://www.joyfulbirth.us ​ tararice.joyfulbirth@gmail.com

Birth Doula Profile Meet Danielle Cisneros Birth doula My name is Danielle and I’ve recently completed the doula training! I have experienced two births myself, one an emergency c section and a VBAC! I’m so passionate about beginning my doula journey to help support women during their births! ​ 9074408965 Weilandwoodslearning@gmail.com

Postpartum Doula Profile Meet Heather Acomb Postpartum Doula, Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga Instructor Heather understands from her own postpartum experience how important this sacred period is for recovery— physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. In addition, her years of training, teaching, and self-practice in the field of somatics gives her the necessary empathetic tools to support your labor and childbirth recovery in the immediate days and weeks postpartum. She is a dance educator, hatha yoga instructor, and holistic wellness practitioner. ​ https://www.heatheracomb.com/ (585) 455-5231 heatheracomb@gmail.com

Birth Doula Profile Meet Megan Stavalone, DC Birth Doula, Chiropractor Dr. Megan Stavalone is a perinatal certified chiropractor who became inspired to become a birth doula after a long and difficult birth with her first child. She is happy to be a part of the team at ANH Wellness, and has extensive expertise in caring for women during the prenatal and postpartum phases. She began attending births in 2023 and is passionate about helping her clients feel empowered and educated during high-risk pregnancy situations or during multi-day inductions, having gone through multiple herself. She is currently accepting new birth doula clients on a limited basis. Sun & Spine Birth https://sunspinebirth.com/ (585) 484-8486 drstavalone@gmail.com

Postpartum Doula Profile Meet Erin Hegeman, Advanced Holistic Doula Postpartum Doula After the birth of her first child 2,500 miles away from family, Erin realized the importance of having others around to help during this important 4th trimester time period. A new baby brings many changes whether that baby is your first or fifth! A postpartum doula can provide support in many different areas to smooth this transition and help parents feel supported. Erin first trained as a postpartum doula in 2016 and became advance certified in 2018. ​ http://www.erinhegeman.com 3155731900 erin.hegeman.doula@gmail.com

Birth Doula Profile Meet Mariel Rivera-Piluso, ABD, MA Abortion Doula, Perinatal Loss Doula, Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Education, Hi! I am Mariel, a full-spectrum community-based doula trained since 2018. I offer care for abortions, perinatal loss, birth, postpartum, and a variety of childbirth classes. All of my doula services have in-person and virtual options. Additionally, I am a feminist ethnographer currently completing my PhD research focused on the importance of doulas. I aim to uplift doulas and our clients to help foster safe, happy, and healthy reproductive health experiences. Feel free to reach out for a chat! ​ 585-729-2118 marielrivera55@yahoo.com

Birth Doula Profile Meet Joanna Jackson (BAI, CAPPA) Birth Doula (BAI) Postpartum Doula (CAPPA) Nesting Party Coordinator Joanna discovered her passion for birth work over a decade ago as she served families with multiples in their homes for years! Her sought-after calm confidence, expertise and enthusiastic spirit led Joanna to become a Postpartum Doula (CAPPA, 2017) and a Birth Doula (BAI, 2022) to passionately serve our Greater Rochester, NY birthing community! Joanna believes birth is a normal life event and is a mind, body and spiritual passage that our loved ones have accomplished successfully for generations! You will find Joanna in homes with families practicing techniques, providing support, and coordinating the postpartum weeks ahead of time, so you are well prepared! She is the warm, inviting and knowledgable support you want in your corner before, during and after birth! She provides direct support during labor and delivery, putting into action the skills and techniques you've spent weeks planning and practicing with her beforehand. Working with Joanna you can expect a personalized approach to care as she meets you where you are in your journey. You will notice how she trusts your intuition and works with your team to grow the trust, knowledge and confidence desired by birthing people and their partners to ensure you strut into birth well informed and equipped! Life Room Doula https://liferoomdoulaservices.godaddysites.com 585-340-7440 liferoomdoula@gmail.com

Childbirth Educator Profile Meet Tamara L Albert CD(DONA), LCCE Birth Doula, Childbirth preparation classes Since 1993 I have been married to my wonderful husband, Bryan. Together we have five children: Abigail, Rebekah, Bethany, Timothy and Phoebe. We have personally experienced five joyful births (over a span of 15 years 1995 – 2010). I LOVE birth and am passionate to help others have a joyful birth experience. I have been serving couples in birth work since 2002 and am eager to share my wisdom and experience with others. As a Certified Lamaze Childbirth Educator (LCCE) and a certified birth doula (professional birth assistant) with DONA International, it is my sincere desire to support you to have a joyful birth experience. Our family lives in Geneseo, NY and we are active in our church. Childbirth: A Joyful Experience http://www.tamara-albert.com 5855037984 tamaralynn2@outlook.com

Postpartum Doula Profile Meet Chelsé Inman Postpartum Doula Babywearing Educator & Consultant Hello, my name is Chelsé also known as The Fat Black Educator. I am a postpartum doula and babywearing educator, both of which I have a true passion for! Within my work I find joy in all things parenthood big and small one of my favorites being the observation and identification of biologically normal infant behaviors from feeding cues to sleep patterns. As means of supporting this passion I am currently in the process of studying biologically normal infant sleep alongside the mother baby dyad which so far has been both a fascinating and eye opening experience. My goal is to continue expanding my scope of practice and utilize the knowledge I gain to equip families with education and evidence based information to assist them in this very nuanced season of life. I’d love the opportunity to nurture you and your sweet family during this beautifully unique chapter of your life! Nurture https://www.nurturebynature.me/ https://www.instagram.com/thefatblackeducator/ chelseinman@yahoo.com

Birth Doula Profile Meet Molly Deutschbein, LMT, CST, CD, RYT Full Spectrum Doula, Birth Doula, Pregnancy Bodywork, Spinning Babies Aware Practitioner I offer families the benefit of my experience - as a pregnant and nursing parent, a childbirth educator, a breastfeeding counselor, a fertility and pregnancy bodyworker, and a birth attendant (doula). I walk with my clients through it all, even if there are complications or a loss. Preparing yourself and your family for a new family member is a big job. We're here to help you put together a great team of providers and a community of support so you can welcome your little one into a well-resourced nest. As you move through your pregnancy your body will change. Together we will joyfully * use bodywork, stretches and exercise to prepare your pelvis and pelvic floor for the new demands of growing a baby * use bodywork, meditation and visualization to address previous trauma, clear the way, and bring awareness to compensatory patterns we might encounter during birth * use abdominal breathing and relaxation practice to prepare for labor and birth * have in-depth conversations with you and your birth partner(s) about making choices that are right for you and your family for your birth Spirit Organic http://www.spiritorganic.net/index.html (585)746-4682 wellness@spiritorganic.net

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

Postpartum Doula Profile Meet Rebecca Dilley CLC, Birth and Postpartum Doula Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Breastmilk Jewelry I am blessed to be the mom to two fantastic kids. My children make my life as beautiful an adventure as they do at keeping me on my toes. As a wife, I have the privilege of being married to a great guy, who not only puts up with my birth enthusiasm and but also my crazy on-call working hours. My journey as a doula, in some ways, started with the love and wisdom of my mother. She taught me to believe in my own strength and abilities and to trust my instinct and my heart. With the birth of my daughter in 2012, her words truly impacted me in ways I had not expected. I realized that not only could my birth have been better but that all women deserve to have a birth where they take the lead in how their bodies bring their babies into this world. That knowledge weighed on me and with the upcoming birth of my son, in 2016, I decided to look into ways I could take the lead and that guided me to hiring a doula. Having a doula was so very beneficial and it changed the way I looked at birth and as a result launched me into a career of being doula, myself. I became a DONA trained doula in 2017 and with my newly gained confidence and knowledge quickly started to attend births. I went on to complete more certifications, including but not limited to, The Matrona's Holistic Birth and Postpartum Certification, the Certified Lactation Consultant training (CLC) and a certification in creating and selling Breast Milk Jewelry. The Doula Duo https://www.thedouladuo.com/ 5857485557 Thedouladuo2@gmail.com

Postpartum Doula Profile Meet Mindy Class, CD(DONA), CLC Birth Doula and 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. She is also passionate about serving moms during the fourth trimester as a postpartum doula. She knows that during this time families need extra care and support. Mindy is also 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. ​ (585)576-9200 mindyclass@hotmail.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 Rebecca Dilley CLC,Birth and Postpartum Doula Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Breastmilk jewelry I am blessed to be the mom to two fantastic kids. My children make my life as beautiful an adventure as they do at keeping me on my toes. As a wife, I have the privilege of being married to a great guy, who not only puts up with my birth enthusiasm and but also my crazy on-call working hours. My journey as a doula, in some ways, started with the love and wisdom of my mother. She taught me to believe in my own strength and abilities and to trust my instinct and my heart. With the birth of my daughter in 2012, her words truly impacted me in ways I had not expected. I realized that not only could my birth have been better but that all women deserve to have a birth where they take the lead in how their bodies bring their babies into this world. That knowledge weighed on me and with the upcoming birth of my son, in 2016, I decided to look into ways I could take the lead and that guided me to hiring a doula. Having a doula was so very beneficial and it changed the way I looked at birth and as a result launched me into a career of being doula, myself. I became a DONA trained doula in 2017 and with my newly gained confidence and knowledge quickly started to attend births. I went on to complete more certifications, including but not limited to, The Matrona's Holistic Birth and Postpartum Certification, the Certified Lactation Consultant training (CLC) and a certification in creating and selling Breast Milk Jewelry. The Doula Duo https://www.thedouladuo.com/ 5857485557 Thedouladuo2@gmail.com

Birth Doula Profile Meet Phyllis Sharp CD(DONA), CLC Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Placenta Specialist, Lactation Support, Childbirth Classes Phyllis discovered a fiery zeal for birth at age 17. She knew that she wanted to uplift those who were experiencing pregnancy, labor, delivery and postpartum. ​ Feeling called to serve those in her community, She became a DONA Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator and a Certified Lactation Counselor. ​ Phyllis use’s her education to specialize in Prenatal and Postpartum education as well as comfort measures in labor and general lactation support. ​Phyllis is a wife, a mother of five and grandmother to 9 beautiful children. Her goal is to extend her love for her family into her community so that her clients feel empowered, educated & supported during their journey into motherhood. Having been on this journey herself , many times, she knows that it can occasionally feel overwhelming to mom and/or the entire family to navigate the process of birth and postpartum, However her hope is to be there, through every aspect of it, to create stability, peace and growth. Birth work is Phyllis’ life, her joy and she not only embraces it but wholeheartedly loves it! As our relationship with each other grows, it is her hope that we will begin as strangers but quickly become family! Royalty Birth Services,LLC https://www.royaltybirthservices.com 5859696133 royaltybirthservices@gmail.com

Postpartum Doula Profile Meet Kirsten Elting -BA, CD(DONA), LCCE, CLEC, CLC Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator, Lactation Educator and Counselor Kirsten has had the honor to attend many births since becoming a certified birth doula with DONA International in 2003. She has supported families during births at home and at the hospital. Her passion for all things pregnancy and birth related also led her to becoming a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator in 2004, a Certified Lactation Educator and Counselor in 2008, and another breastfeeding certification, Certified Lactation Counselor in 2021. In 2007 she gave birth naturally to her own beautiful daughter with the support of two wonderful doulas. ​ 585-750-4549 Believedoula@gmail.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 Natalie Skomski Birth Doula & Postpartum Support Hi, I'm Natalie! As the mother of three beautiful children, I've personally navigated the challenges of difficult births. It was those experiences which deepened my passion for assisting expectant parents in their unique birthing experiences. My own journey has equipped me with empathy and I am committed to helping you through one of your most transformative moments. My doula journey began over a decade ago when I had the privilege of assisting a dear friend during her birth. Since then I’ve given birth to my own children and had the privilege of supporting other parents in their birthing journeys. I'm in the final stages of earning my certification through Childbirth International. My doula philosophy is rooted in the belief that every parent deserves to have the birth they desire. I am here to support, empower, and educate you throughout pregnancy, delivery and post-partum. This will include: •Two in person consultations •Unlimited support via text, email or phone •Constant labor & birth support •Two postpartum visits You feeling confident and supported throughout your birthing journey is my #1 goal. When I am not doula-ing I love making memories with my husband & children, caring for my far too large plant collection and tackling DIY projects. As I finalize my certification, I am looking for experience and I am offering my services at a very discounted rate. I look forward to getting to know you! Please don’t hesitate to contact me with absolutely any questions you have at: yougotthisbaby.doula@gmail.com You Got This Baby! 5185380228 yougotthisbaby.doula@gmail.com

Birth Doula Profile Meet Enuma Okafor Birth and Postpartum Doula Services While being very new to the world of birth work I have completed both a doula training and lactation certification and am working towards fulfilling my requirements to be a certified doula through DONA International. I have experience in spiritual work and teachings alongside health, wellness, and nutrition. Basic skills in yoga, deep stretching, and water aerobics are some physical aspects that I can assist in; including advice on diet and nutrition making sure your body is properly nurtured. I will provide and offer not only relevant information of birth and care of the woman’s body and child, but additionally contribute psychological tools and tactics to assist in the birth and postpartum experience making it as fulfilling as possible. I aspire to put women and spirit first and understand women have the power to birth their child into existence, and want women to remember that divine truth. Birth is a profoundly spiritual and transformational event and deserves to be held in reverence. While times are deeply uncertain, the more we cultivate our own power as individuals learning to love and care absolutely, we can be assistants in bringing more peace into the world; peace on earth begins at birth. When On High http://www.whenonhigh.com 5857474390 eokafor@u.rochester.edu