Support for the City That Never Sleeps
Birth
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Postpartum
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Lactation
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Fertility
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Birth • Postpartum • Lactation • Fertility •
About the Collective
Bringing a new life into the world is an incredible journey, unique to each family. East River Doula Collective is committed to providing nonjudgmental, trauma-informed, inclusive support and personalized service to make your birth and postpartum experience as positive, stress-free, and uplifting as possible.
The Collective was originally founded in 2018 by Astoria doula Leigh Cohen, who had a vision of a community of Queens-based doulas supporting Queens families, and is currently led by Lisa Greaves Taylor of Birth Matters NYC.
We support families throughout
NYC, western Long Island, and Westchester.
Please take a few minutes to watch the welcome video below to learn more about our collective as well as the role of a birth doula and postpartum doula. This will help you get a better sense of how you might best be optimally supported in your journey into parenthood. Also read our statement of values.
Timestamps & transcript here for those who prefer to read instead of watch.
Or if you prefer to read an article, director Lisa is quoted throughout this Care.com article: “What is a birth doula? How they can help during pregnancy, delivery and beyond”
"If a doula were a drug, it would be unethical not to use it."
– Dr. John Kennell, pediatrician, researcher & a founder of Doulas of North America International
SAVE THE DATE! Our next free, virtual Meet the Doulas event will be held Wed 9/25 @ 6:30 pm. RSVP here!
Services
We’ll be with you every step of the way through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Our doulas are committed to understanding your unique needs and concerns, and will customize each service to fit your preferences.
Click the button below to share your needs so we can provide customized recommendations. Our doulas have a range of experiences and backgrounds, and we look forward to helping you find a perfect match!
