My name is Latisha Michel. I’m a dedicated wife & mother of 5. I’m also the Founder of Ready Set Latch Go, a service for Prenatal, Birth, Postpartum & Breastfeeding Support along with navigation and connecting to other services warranted based on individual needs.My passion for becoming a Doula stems from my own experiences & vast history with supporting my family & friends over the past 24 years. Because of my own experiences, my goal is to ensure that the mom feels heard, supported & empowered during her birth. Supports are also offered for her team to help heighten the confidence for all to support mom as well. I've adopted the motto that "Birth isn't something we suffer, but something that we actively do and exult in" and my hope is that you will do just that.

Hey everyone, my name is Claire and I am a Full Spectrum Doula and placenta Encapsulator. I received my college degree in Health Sciences at URI and Doula training from Commonsense Childbirth Institute. I am bilingual and my goal is to serve both English and Spanish speaking people. My educational background and doula training has given me the tools in order to help my community so birthing people are better assisted during their pregnancy and labor. I believe that everyone should have a doula by their side supporting and advocating for them. My research proved to me that maternal health must be improved in order to ensure the safety of both baby and mom. I believe that having a Doula who both cares about your health and your power is a great way to feel confident during your childbirth experience.

-Certified Postpartum Doula
-Newborn Care Specialist
-Lactation Educator

I am a Postpartum Doula certified through CAPPA and a Newborn Care Specialist. I look forward to helping you during your 4th trimester.I am a mom to one daughter and auntie to many nieces and nephews. People refer to me as the "Baby Whisperer". I've loved babies and children since I was a teenager. I'm the youngest of 10 children in my family so I've had many years of experience with babies in my family.I left my corporate job because I believe moms and their families need support during the postpartum period. Support looks different for each client. Sometimes you might need me to make a meal or tidy up the house. Other times you might want to sit down to talk and share what is going on emotionally. I provide daytime and overnight care so you can feel your best. Happy, rested mama, happy home! I will be there for you for all these things and everything in between. I look forward to serving you and your family during this amazing adventure!

I am a Birth and Postpartum Doula, with more than five years of experience. I have birthed four children of my own. I have 10+ years of breastfeeding experience including; extended feeding. I am passionate about all things birth and the environment. I am the first Spanish speaking doula to be certified in RI. I am Puerto Rican and love to incorporate my indigenous and Afro heritage in my Doula work.EspañolSoy Doula de Parto y Postparto, con más de cinco años de experiencia. He dado a luz a cuatro hijos propios. Tengo más de 10 años de experiencia en lactancia materna, incluidos; alimentación extendida. Me apasiona todo lo relacionado con el nacimiento y el medio ambiente. Soy la primera doula de habla hispana certificada en RI. Soy puertorriqueña y me encanta incorporar mi herencia indígena y afro en mi trabajo de Doula.

Stephanie is the founder and owner of Birth Awakenings, LLC., a Certified Perinatal Doula (birth & postpartum) and Community Advocate.
Her educational background includes an undergraduate degree in biology and health sciences and a master's degree in healthcare administration.
Stephanie is bilingual and equally fluent in English and Haitian Creole. She is determined to create positive change throughout communities for pregnant mothers and their families through advocacy, encouraging all families to reap the benefits of doula care. Her promise to clients is to support their birthing decisions, thus increasing birth awareness.

Sara R. Castaneda is the founder and CEO of SacredPause Ayurvedic Doula and Perinatal Services and was born in Boston with the flair of a Latino background. She is a first generation American born from Nicaraguan and Cuban parents. Sara is responsible for the mission, vision, strategy, and fundraising for SacredPause as it expands across the state of Rhode Island. Sara is a bilingual community health worker, doula, Ayurvedic lifestyle consultant, and yoga teacher dedicated to birth justice and making doula services accessible to not only the BIPOC community, but also to the immigrant population.

Hello! My name is Janet Iacobucci & I’m a certified Postpartum doula through Child Birth International. I was born and raised in Rhode Island and reside here with my husband & three amazing children. I have a calm & reassuring personality, work well under pressure, I’m patient & easy to get along with. Listening to your needs is very important to me. I want to make sure that your transition from pregnancy to your postpartum stage goes smoothly. My goal is to be there to support you along this once in a lifetime journey. The days that follow birth are an adjustment for all and it takes time to heal mentally & physically. I can help you recognize & achieve your postpartum goals. Through the birth of my own children, I recognized the value of knowing my options, feeling educated in the decisions I was making, & being empowered in my journey of parenthood. I understood that a new mom can pendulum swing between feeling confident & secure one moment, & self doubting & insecure the next. I have a passion for being a mama’s biggest cheerleader, encouraging them to be who they were destined to be. Easing anxiety, calming chaos, educating, empowering & becoming apart of your postpartum tribe is what I’m here for.

As a mom of nine children, I've had a variety of experiences with birth and postpartum. Some were more difficult than others, but my best memories are of those times when I felt heard and supported - like what I was doing was truly important. Every mom should feel this way. Every family should have the support they need. Whether it's for your labor and birth or in the weeks beyond, I'd be honored to come alongside you on your journey!

I’m a research scientist and a doula. I’ve been providing birth & postpartum support for women around me since 2011 so they too can experience this life-changing event in the most pleasurable & empowering way. I strive to provide informed, loving & non judgmental support after your birth for self care, breastfeeding & infant care so you can make the best start for you, your baby & your family. I would be honored to support your family.

*Please note: Kaeli is currently working with families during pregnancy and after birth. She is NOT offering labor/birth doula support. She is happy to collaborate with your birth doula, if her areas of specialty would further support your family.

Through her work as an doula, perinatal educator, bodyworker and movement teacher, Kaeli has supported over 3000 birthing families over the past 19 years. Her doula practice focuses on pregnant and postpartum families*, as well as those who are experiencing loss or choosing termination.

She loves to work with all types of families, and is especially skilled in supporting in the following areas: physical comfort and exercise during pregnancy and postpartum, family rights and advocacy while navigating medical systems, families with histories of trauma or loss, families caring for babies with medical conditions, 4th trimester planning, connecting to our bodies/somatic education, and navigating the mental, emotional, identity and relationship changes of the childbearing years.

Hi, my name is Akua. I’m a Certified Perinatal Doula, Childbirth Educator, musician and parent. My doula practice ‘Caring in Color’ was founded with the intention of providing creative, nonjudgmental, and affirming support to people navigating fertility, pregnancy, birth and postpartum. While I serve all families in Rhode Island, I am especially-committed to improving and expanding reproductive support for BIPOC and LGBTQIA2+ individuals and families.
Trust is a crucial part of birth, so it’s important to work with a doula who you really vibe with. My style is warm, calm and personable and I’m interested in both the tangible and the spiritual elements of pregnancy, birth and family-building. Through discussion, knowledge-sharing and evidence-based education, we will develop practical and conceptual tools to help you approach your journey to parenthood feeling prepared and confident. Our goal is for you to feel seen, heard and supported during this experience so you may navigate the challenges, joys and unknowns of this life transition as your fullest, truest self.
As of 2023, Caring In Color accepts RI-based insurance and will be offering an in-person Childbirth Education series starting Spring 2023! Please reach out to arrange an introductory call and see if I'm the right doula for you.

My name is Beth Porter. I am the mother of 2 teenagers. I’m a certified Elementary and Early Childhood teacher. My good friend suggested that I become a doula to help new moms like herself. When looking into it, I realized this is what I wanted the next chapter in my life to be. I am a trained Postpartum Doula through Childbirth International. I live in Warwick, but am willing to travel all over RI to help families adjust to life with their new baby.

I am a Perinatal Doula focusing on Postpartum Support, a Certified Lactation Counselor and a Sleep Educator at Mamma's Instincts.
Also am an in network provider accepting insurance for Neighborhood, BCBS, United Health Care and TriCare.
Day and evening support molded to meet the needs of your individual family. Nurturing the parent/s and meeting all the emotional physical, and educational needs during the fragile early weeks as well as building a healthy infant sleep foundation.
My passion for providing postpartum doula services comes from my experiences & knowledge of the many benefits of having support after a baby arrives in your world.
I embrace the uniqueness of each family I work with & am respectful that I am allowed into their personal space as they transition into a new or growing family.
My goals are to nurture the birth parent & guide each parent to be confident of their inner voice & to trust their instincts.
I have over 35 years of diverse experiences with children & families as a respiratory therapist at Boston Children's Hospital, as a founder & coordinator of an after school program, as a childcare provider, as a full time mom to my own four children, and as a doula to over 90 families.
I look forward to meeting you!

I provide home visits to support you & your individual needs. I offer postpartum care during the day, as well as overnight care for newborns. Educate the family about newborn care, as well as postpartum care for the mother.  Assisting family with daily needs. From meal preparation, shopping, light housekeeping & organizing the home. Partner & sibling adjustment, breastfeeding & bottle feeding support. Passionate about helping families through support & education.

Growing, nurturing & starting a family can be challenging. Wherever you are on your parenting journey, the choices you make today help shape what your tomorrow looks like.  I'm here to support you on your unique path through conversations, open heartiness & collaboration. My role is to walk alongside you!

Hey there, I'm Tara (she/her), a Full Spectrum Doula and Perinatal Educator in Rhode Island and the owner of Perennial Perinatal. With years of teaching and learning in Women and Gender Studies, specifically work in Black and Women of Color Feminisms, I bring my heart for education and learning and advocacy and support to birth work.
My mission is to create empowered, informed, and autonomous birthing experiences for all -- WOC, LGBTQIA+, Trying To Conceive (TTC), 35+, etc. -- through education, collaboration, and advocacy.
With me, you can imagine a collaborative and holistic learning experience. You'll receive empowered, informed, and patient-centered care during pregnancy, birth, and beyond.

Jesse has been involved in reproductive health since 2008. She offers dynamic support through massage therapy, alignment-based yoga, evidence based childbirth education and of course, full-spectrum doula support for all stages and outcomes of pregnancy. She supports her clients with specialized bodywork and also offers postpartum doula packages after birth or loss of any kind.

Shannon has been a doula for 6 years. As a Full Spectrum Doula, she provides support for birth, postpartum, bereavement, fertility, adoption, abortion, placenta encapsulation, belly binding and more. She proudly supports all families in their time of need, judgment free. She is a mom to two amazing boys, they are the reason she became a doula.

Krista Sullivan is a trained educator, and worked for several years as an early childhood & elementary teacher in NH & the Boston area before launching Monumental Beginnings in 2017.Krista has experience working with high-risk pregnancies, immigrant families, adoption, LGBTQ+ community, Advanced Maternal Age, parents in recovery, BIPOC, military families, and those with mental health complications. Her passion lies in helping families understand their options, and streamlining the stress that comes along with expecting, and adapting to life with a new baby!

With over 35 years experience and a passion for supporting breastfeeding, I’m here for your postpartum and breastfeeding/pumping/bottle feeding needs.

My home visits after birth are really helpful; setting up comfortable places to nurse and prioritizing all the advice/instructions you received during the birthing process.

The first fourteen days are very important, as you and your baby learn together and develop a breastfeeding partnership.

The goals for feeding your child are yours; whether providing human milk for six days, six weeks or six months, we take one day at time.

I accept insurance from BCBSRI. Neighborhood Health, Tufts RI, United Health RI and RI Medicaid.

Please consider using an insurance home visit for pre-natal breast feeding education. Learn the “lactation language” and understand what interventions may be offered to you during your postpartum hospital stay.

Hi, I’m Paula! I am a Mama to two adult daughters. I live in a small town in Massachusetts with my husband, our younger daughter, and our two rescue dogs, Meeko & Emme. I loved being a Stay-at-Home-Mama, raising our daughters and have worked in Early Childhood Education for most of my life, most recently, as an Infant Teacher in a Childcare Center.

In 2021, I began my journey to become a Postpartum Doula and in the early Spring of 2023, I was “officially” a Certified Postpartum Doula through Doula Trainings International (dti)!

I have been a proud Volunteer “Baby Snuggler” at my local hospital where I helped care for newborn babies in the Newborn Nursery, as well as, give Mama/birthing person rest during the important and precious hours and days after babies are born.

I have always felt drawn to supporting families & caring for children, beginning at the age 12 as a “mother’s helper” for our neighbor’s toddler. Although the “titles” changed through the years: SPED camp counselor, Assistant Teacher/Tutor, and Infant Teacher, what remained the same is: I am a caregiver.

In 2020, I realized that I had a desire to find a heart-centered career that would combine my passions: supporting mamas/birth persons, caring for babies, supporting dads/partners and helping families thrive. I am excited to have found my true career path in life, what I was meant to be: a Postpartum Doula!

When I am not doing all things Postpartum Doula, I love spending time with my family, gardening, decorating my home, enjoying all of New England’s seasons, cheering on the Boston Bruins, and listening to my favorite band, U2.

Edouard Antonio Latortue has been working with the perinatal population since 2018.
He has been a member of and endorsed by RIAIMH since 2020 as an infant mental health specialist. Edouard has been a Brazelton Touchpoints Center Trainer since 2021. He has been a community outreach perinatal educator, community lactation educator, and certified doula since 2022.
Eduard is currently an educator for UPEC, specializing in pregnancy, newborns, postpartum, and breastfeeding.

My name is Kayla and I am a Mother of the 4, a Grandmother, Wife and Full Spectrum Doula.
I am deeply committed to helping families navigate the transformative journey of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. With a compassionate and supportive approach, I strive to empower expectant parents to make informed decisions about their birth experience and to feel confident and empowered throughout the process.
I believe that every birth experience is unique, and I work closely with each family to create a customized birth plan that honors their individual needs and preferences.
In addition to providing emotional and physical support during labor and delivery, I also offer comprehensive postpartum care to help families navigate the challenges and joys of early parenthood. From lactation support to newborn care guidance, I am committed to helping families thrive during this transformative time.
Above all, my goal as a doula is to create a warm, nurturing, and safe space for families to welcome their new baby into the world. I am honored to be a part of this sacred and life-changing experience, and I look forward to supporting you and your family on your journey.

Proudly accepting RI based Private & Medicaid Insurances

I am a doula and childbirth educator, specializing in HypnoBirthing and postpartum support based in Providence, RI. As an educator and doula my goal is to be a safe space for birthing folks (and their village) to be fully equipped to gracefully and confidently navigate the radical emotional, physical, and practical shifts that welcoming a new child can bring.
I have trained with Birthing Advocacy Doula Trainings. My care is trauma informed and evidence based. I am honored to hold space for you in this tender and life-changing time. I support folks of all ages, sizes, genders, family structures, disabilities or lack of, and races & ethnicities.
I strongly believe that safe reproductive experiences mean not only physical safety, but importantly also emotional, mental, and interpersonal safety.

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Hi, My name is Niurka Quiñonez; I am a Full Spectrum (Birth and Postpartum) Doula and Perinatal Educator. In 2012, the thought of becoming a doula arose when my dearest friend gave birth; I felt a passion to be a part of her journey. I have a bachelor's degree in Health Studies focusing on Health Promotion, Human Development and Family Studies, and a minor in African-American Studies. I have been in the health field for ten years: mental health, emotional health, sensual health, sexual health, body health, and soul health (the health of the soul) ♡

As a doula, I will create a safe, brave, non-judgmental space to uplift families with affirming support as big feelings are being navigated. As the founder and owner of Blooming Moon, the vision is to provide a holistic-minded approach to health with trauma informed care to help bridge gaps in the current social and medical support systems. I am excited to meet you and listen to your stories. My goal is to empower you to bloom in this new chapter. 🌸

*Fluent in English and Spanish*

I am an artist, mother of four, experienced full spectrum doula and certified lactation counselor in Providence, Rhode Island. Currently I am also co-founder and board member of the Rhode Island Birth Worker Co-op and former co-president of Doulas of RI from 2018-2021. I spend my days pandemic parenting with my awesome husband, restoring our old house on Smith Hill, and supporting familles birthing in all birth settings in their homes and via telemedicine. My experience includes supporting families in physiologic birth, inductions, cesarean birth, VBAC, history of trauma, loss, and different access needs. I practice inclusive care, open to anyone and everyone. During the time of COVID-9, I see this access to dedicated, in-person care as especially vital for childbearing families. It has been an honor to safely care for families during this pandemic.

"I love being a doula, deep down in my soul."  I’m a full spectrum doula certified as a Community Outreach Perinatal Educator (COPE) through Commonsense Childbirth Institute encompassing childbirth education, birth doula & lactation support. I’m also trained by Shafia Monroe Consulting (SMC), as a culturally competent full circle doula. 

I have numerous skills & resources offering my knowledge of pregnancy & postpartum herbs, belly binding, mother blessing, baby wearing, infant care & more.As a wife and mother of 2 sons & a daughter, I know the importance of both the presence & lack of informed support & resources for new parents.

Though I’ve been a "trained" doula since 2018, my birth work journey began in 1997 when supporting a friend through her birth, realizing how beautifully sacred supporting a birth can be. I went on to support numerous family & friends' births before taking doula training. 

Being a birth worker is not just what I do, but a part of who I am. Services provided include childbirth education, prenatal support, partner support, pregnancy & birth comfort measures, birth planning, physical/emotional birth support, breastfeeding, infant care & postpartum support.

As a graduate of Woman's Choice Perinatal Service Placenta Encapsulation training I provide placenta capsule preparation. Because  pregnancies can end in a number of ways I’m prepared to support families through any outcome. I’m also a certified Pregnancy and Infant Loss (PAIL) advocate. 

I’m proudly one of the founding members of the Umoja Nia Birth Collective, a RI based doula collective of unique, diverse Full Spectrum Doulas who provide a range of perinatal service to families across the State.

Hi, I'm Stacey Bodziony. I'm a DONA International Certified Postpartum Doula, a Rhode Island Certified Perinatal Doula, Certified Newborn Care Specialist and mother of three. I've been supporting mothers and children since 1991.

Bringing a new baby into your life is exhausting and exhilarating, all at once! In my work with families I've found that what parents need most at this time is someone to support them without judgement as they navigate these early days. (And naps, of course!) I'll be there to help you figure it all out.

Hi, I’m Emma! As your postpartum doula and through my focuses in child and family development, I can help you forge your own way and become attuned to your family’s needs and hopes for the future. I’m interested in assisting families with postpartum planning and continued postpartum support as they and their children experience many transitions within the first year as a new family!
My other roles have included supporting families as an infant nanny during their new experience of working in and out of the home and as an overnight newborn care specialist that helps parents get a well-rested night’s sleep.
I also attend a master’s program in child and adolescent development with a minor in early childhood and infant mental health.

In 2016, I began my Bachelor of Science degree in Biology at The University of Texas at Austin, on a pre-medicine track to become an OBGYN. I quickly realized that this dream of mine would consume my twenties and likely postpone starting a family. A shift from pre-medicine to public health allowed me to pursue my passion of maternal health without potentially sacrificing my biggest dream in life: becoming a mom.
Fast forward seven years to now and I have completed my Master of Public Health (MPH), have a job in the public health field which I love, but desire a more active role in improving maternal health outcomes. I began researching doula training opportunities and found Doula Trainings International (DTI), an organization that emphasizes autonomy, cultural humility, evidence-based research, and collaborative entrepreneurship, all things that I stand for as a public health practitioner and now a doula.

Hello! My name is Agatha Rodriguez of Esperanza Perinatal.I was called to birth work when I had my daughter in 2021 and it was reaffirmed when I birthed my son just a year later.
I am now a proud mother of soon to be 3 children. I am very passionate about supporting mamas physically, emotionally and most especially spiritually.
I offer a holistic approach that honors your beliefs, intuition and the wisdom your body holds.I love to be and offer a safe space to educate and to support you during both birth and your postpartum journey. Birth is sacred, and it should be treated as such and it begins with providing quality care to our mamas of the world

Kristen Kardos, co-founder of RI New Moms Connection (www.rinewmoms.com), has been supporting families since 2005. She facilitates pregnancy and new mom support groups, works as a postpartum doula & CLC (certified lactation counselor), and is an educator. She is a mom to three children of her own as well. Kristen offers families non-judgmental support, shares valuable information & resources, and leaves families feeling rested, competent, and confident.

Stefanie brings decades of experience from the field of psychology, child development, trauma recovery, mindfulness, fitness, and nutrition. Her desire to advocate for birthing persons began during her journey towards the fully assisted homebirth of her first child. She believes strongly in evidence based prenatal education, deeply connected emotional support and the miraculously natural potential of every childbearing person. Stefanie is a Certified Birth Doula with the State of Rhode Island & DONA International. She is breastfeeding certified (with over four years of personal breastfeeding experience). Stefanie currently accepts all insurances that cover doula care. She is experienced in VBACs, inductions, low intervention hospital births, assisted homebirths & cesareans. Her heart is open to all birthing paths and passionately inclusive of the LGBTQ and BIPOC community. Stefanie currently serves as Secretary of Doulas of Rhode Island and Community Doula to the Obstetric Advisory Board at Women and Infants Hospital. Stefanie is a mother of two, a devoted activist and an avid surfer.

My name is Monaye. I am a Certified Perinatal Doula, Childbirth Educator and owner of Majestic Natal Care, LLC. I was raised in Rhode Island and now practicing as a full spectrum doula.
My goal is to provide you and your family with an informative, nonjudgmental and comforting space as you embark on your parenting journey. Majestic Natal Care accepts Neighborhood Health Plan and Blue Cross Blue Shield RI-based insurance.

I am Maya (they/them), a doula and care worker in Providence, RI. My full-spectrum doula and childbirth educator trainings were completed with Birthing Advocacy Doula Training (BADT).

Those navigating reproductive transitions of all kinds are welcome in my practice, whether that be pregnant with your first or fifth child, those seeking an abortion, postpartum care or anywhere else on the perinatal spectrum.

I offer prenatal education and prep, labor & delivery support and specialized postpartum care to folks of all genders and family structures.

My practice is trauma informed and consent driven. ZiZ aims to hold clients in their wholeness and meet folks where they are at.

My approach is one that has been shaped by years as an active care worker as well as a lifetime of living as a queer, trans and disabled person.

Hi Mamas, Hi Parents. I am Marianna.

I believe having a postpartum team ready and by your side is as important as packing the hospital bag.

As your Doula I become the most valuable member of your postpartum team. By having me by your side, you can be more engaged in immersing yourself in the experience of bonding with your newborn and practice self care. As a Postpartum Doula and a Certified Newborn Care Specialist, and a Pediatric Sleep expert, I have been working with families with infants all over the world for decades.

I take care of you, so you can take care of your baby, your precious bundle of joy!