The Long Island Doula Connection
Thank you to everyone for their patience as we undergo changes
with our site. While our site may still be under construction, the
doulas are always working, and happy to answer any questions by
phone or email. Please visit our contact page for a list of services, and
who the appropriate contact person is.
Please check back soon for information on our next workshop day.
Information on childbirth, doula, postpartum, and natural healing services;
pregnancy and parenting resources; sample contracts; and on-line ordering information.
Where do we provide services?
Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Eastern New Jersey
According to DONA International, one certifying agency for doulas: Women have complex needs during childbirth and the weeks that follow. In addition to medical care and the love and companionship provided by their partners, women need consistent, continuous reassurance, comfort, encouragement and respect. They need individualized care based on their circumstances and preferences.
DONA International doulas are educated and experienced in childbirth and the postpartum period. We are prepared to provide physical (non-medical), emotional and informational support to women and their partners during labor and birth, as well as to families in the weeks following childbirth. We offer a loving touch, positioning and comfort measures that make childbearing women and families feel nurtured and cared for.
Numerous clinical studies have found that a doula’s presence at birth
Research shows parents who receive support can:
Who are the women of the Long Island Doula Connection?
Erin Maher, MS (Ed), CD(DONA), CCE(AAHCC), (LLL), Doula, Childbirth Educator
Regina Iaccarino, CD(DONA), (LLL), Labor & Postpartum Doula
Tamrha Richardson, CD(CBI), Labor Doula
Sharon Shebar, CD(DONA), Labor Doula Reiki Practitioner
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