Laura D.
BIRTH DOULA
I am French-American, I was born and raised in France by an American mother and French father. I first moved to New York City in 2014 for my undergraduate studies and I came back in 2021 to join my husband, Nicholas, a talented fashion designer. I am now a resident of the vibrant neighborhood of Jackson Heights, Queens.
During my service as a Peace Corps Volunteer in 2017 in Paraguay, I discovered pilates and yoga. I experienced first hand the power of movement as a medium to reconnect with our bodies, build resilience, and foster a sense of empowerment during life's most profound transitions.
As a birth doula, I integrate my expertise as a certified perinatal yoga and pilates instructor to help expecting parents build strength, alleviate discomfort, and cultivate mindfulness during this special time.
Guided by a holistic approach, I tailor my care to meet the unique needs of each birthing person, offering a nurturing presence, evidence-based guidance, and unwavering support.
Whether through personalized birth preparation, comforting touch, positive affirmations or restorative movement practices, my mission is to create a safe and empowering environment for every family I serve.
I am dedicated to supporting every birthing person attune to their inner wisdom, their strength, and their innate ability to birth and nurture life. I would be honored to walk alongside you on this incredible journey of transformation and growth.
Testimonials
“Laura helped us be informed about our options leading up to the birth. Her calming presence helped us through the entire process. It was so helpful to have her by our side during labor, especially as this was our first baby and there were so many unknowns!”
- Marissa & Nick
“Having Laura with us was a blessing. She was informative, supportive but in no way controlling. I couldn't imagine this experience without her.”
- Jimi
“I was struggling to find a doula when my prenatal yoga instructor, Laura, let me know she was one and I felt saved! I don't consider myself in tune with my own body and I don't often feel comfortable around others but I did with Laura. She eased my anxiety with her calm demeanor and hands on techniques. We had to be induced for medical reasons at 37 weeks, meaning we had to completely scrap my birth plan but with Laura by our side we felt everything turned out perfectly!”
- Melissa