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  • I provide expert, personalized prenatal support, equipping families with the tools, techniques, and guidance needed for a confident and empowered birth experience. With a background in pastoral counseling and lived birth and parenting experience, I offer trusted support in birth planning, pain management, and navigating every stage of pregnancy.

  • I guide families through the prenatal phase by providing:

    • Personalized Birth Planning Session

    • Essential Coaching

      • Bradley Method/Hypnobirthing

      • Practice For Pushing Techniques

      • Comforting Touch/ Havening Practices

    • Emotional Support

    • Comprehensive Resource Library

  • I am committed to your well-being and offer compassionate and personalized support for your family throughout your unique birthing journey, regardless of your birth preferences.

    • Home Birth: Providing guidance and support in the comfort of your home for a serene birthing experience.

    • Hospital Birth without Intervention: Assisting you in navigating a hospital environment while minimizing medical interventions to maintain a natural experience.

    • Hospital Birth with Intervention: Supporting you in a hospital setting with the necessary interventions, ensuring your preferences are respected throughout the process.

    • Cesarean Birth: Offering emotional and practical support for planned or unplanned cesarean deliveries, helping you feel empowered and informed.

    • VBAC & HBAC: Guiding families through Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) or Home Birth After Cesarean (HBAC) journeys, with a focus on safety and confidence.

    • Multiples: Providing tailored support for families expecting twins or more, addressing the unique challenges and needs of multiple births.

    • Inductions: Assisting you through the induction process, ensuring you feel informed and supported at every stage.

    • Virtual Birth Support: Offering remote support for those who prefer or require virtual assistance during labor and delivery, maintaining connection and care from afar.

    • Sibling Emotional Support: Providing emotional support during the prenatal and postpartum periods to whole family units, addressing the mental health needs of families navigating the complexities of pregnancy and early parenthood.

  • I have supported families across NYC, Westchester, Long Island, New Jersey, and Rockland County.

    Hospitals, Birthing Centers and Midwives include:

    • Northern Westchester

    • White Plain Hospital

    • MSW, MSE

    • Weil Cornell

    • NYU Longone

    • Alexandra Cohen

    • Lennox Hill

    • NYP

    • Katz LIJ

    • Northshore

    • TLC Midwives

    • Woven Tribes Midwifery

    • Central Park Midwives

    • Cosmic Midwives

    • Holistic Midwives

    • Oula

    • BSD Birthing Center

  • Providing personalized guidance on breastfeeding techniques, milk supply, and overcoming challenges, ensuring that parents feel confident and empowered in their feeding choices.

  • Helping families master newborn care essentials—from diaper changes and holding techniques to car seat installation—I’m here to guide you through the baby basics.

  • Drawing upon my background as a pastor and counselor, I am dedicated to helping families navigate the emotional challenges of early parenthood. Through personalized support and active listening, I empower parents to prioritize their mental well-being and foster a nurturing environment for themselves and their families.

  • Holding space for grief and healing during seasons of loss. Together, we honor the emotions and heartbreak that come with such devastating experiences.

What’s included:

  • 3 Prenatal sessions:

    • Personalized Birth Planning

    • Essential Birthing Techniques

      • Bradley Method Hypnobirthing

      • Pushing Techniques

      • Comforting Touch Practices

    • Emotional Support

    • Access to my Comprehensive Resource Library

    • On call starting at 37 weeks pregnant

    • 24/7 phone support

    • Attendance at your birth

    • Support with skin-to-skin & first latch

    • Lactation Consulting

    • Breastfeeding & Pumping

    • Newborn Basics

    • Sleep Consulting

    • Emotional Support

What's Included - Doula Sierra

FAQs

  • You may be skeptical of hiring a doula, what’s the point anyway?

    A doula is am emotional support person with an expertise in understanding how to help your body birth baby. A doula is also there to help you navigate the milestones (anticipated and unforeseen) that come with birth.

  • I work with clients in Westchester, Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, and Long Island.

  • I believe finances should never be a barrier to receiving support and holistic care.

    I accept FSA/HSA, Carrot Benefits, Medicaid, and work on a sliding scale to accommodate any out-of-pocket budget.

    Please don't let your budget deter you from reaching out!

  • Venmo: @DoulaSierra

    Zelle: hello@doulasierra.com

    PayPal: PayPal.me/DoulaSierra