Doula Services

I have been assisting expecting families in the New York Metro Area for 21 yrs.

I provide a calm and supportive environment for a positive birth experience. I incorporate my health coaching, prenatal yoga and bodywork skills. I am also experienced with VBAC and twin births and mindful cesareans.

Before the Birth - Prenatal

We meet ahead of time to explore your goals, hopes and desires as well as address any concerns, or fears that you may have about labor and delivery. We will go over your birth plan and prepare ahead of time with exercises to support your baby into an ideal birth ready position. I will help you understand what to expect.

During Labor

I will join you when you feel the need for extra support and stay with you until after your baby is born. As you labor, I remain close by, supporting you physically and emotionally, answering questions, offering encouragement and comfort. I may use relaxation techniques, massage, body positions, hot or cold packs, baths or showers, relaxed breathing and attention focusing techniques to help you. I will support and reassure your partner, supporting them in assisting you with comfort measures.

After The Birth – Postpartum

I will help you through the postpartum procedures and with early breastfeeding. Over the next few days, I will keep in touch with you to see how you are doing. I will meet with you for a final postpartum meeting within two weeks after birth although some families want a meeting sooner. After our postpartum meeting, if you need more help, I can assist you as a postpartum doula for a more extended period of time.

“Chantal saved me from having a c-section, TWICE. During my second pregnancy I decided to enlist the help of an experienced doula to improve my chances of a VBAC. During the 34th week of my pregnancy, the baby’s weight gain began to slow…more…”

Rini Greenfield.

“Dearest Chantal,
As a girl, becoming a women and today becoming a first time mom... Yes! I accumulated millions of thoughts, desires, worries, questions through out those years.... And, You walked through my door and a sense of Peace arises….more…”

Zofia and Jean Reno

“Chantal's sensitivity and understanding about how important it was for me to give birth naturally was encouraging and grounding, both when I was first considering a natural birth, and then during the birth itself. On the day of the birth we…more…”

Lili Taylor

“Chantal was such a key part of my postpartum recovery and came to our family when I needed her most. Chantal came into our home a warm, understanding and open person to lean on in the early days and months of motherhood when I was sleep deprived and unsure of my new role as a mom. It was so helpful to ask her a million questions and get feedback, whether it was about getting nutrients into my diet, breastfeeding positions, how the baby was doing with sleep and activities to do with him. She really was able to observe and help my son and I get into a good daily rhythm. In my time with her she made me feel that I was capable and coming along just wonderfully as a new mom. I looked forward to our visits and her calm demeanor, especially after some sleepless nights. I truly valued my time with Chantal and would highly recommend her services to anyone looking to use a postpartum doula- it was a game changer.” - Mary Madden

“I attended Chantal’s Pushing Workshop a few months ago and I still talk about it! The workshop was absolutely phenomenal as it was not only informative and educational, but Chantal also made it a very welcoming and…more…”

Dr. Rachel Goldman

“Her Pushing workshops were an invaluable source of information. As a first time mom, I believe Chantal is the reason I had such a low stress labor and a very quick delivery!
Before and during my labor Chantal…more…”

Liz B.

“When I heard about this workshop, I knew I wanted to attend. What I didn’t know was just how incredibly informative and empowering it would be. Chantal has years of experience as a doula and birth educator and she shares her wisdom…more…”

Anita S.

Birth Prep

1:1 In Person & Virtual Sessions

Certified by both LAMAZE International and Childbirth Educators of Metropolitan New York - The private sessions are designed to meet your needs and desires for your birth.

Class will cover all aspects of labor, both physically and emotionally. We will discuss all pain coping options and complete explanations of pain medications and technology available. You will have strategies and techniques in place to step into your birth with calm and confidence.

Birth Refresher / VBAC Prep

Yes, Vaginal birth after Cesarean delivery is possible! Chantal explains the benefits (and risks) of both VBACs and repeat cesareans. For families welcoming another baby, this class is designed for preparing for a Vaginal Birth after a previous Cesarean.

We work on overcoming fears about labor, and process your first birth. We spend time reviewing the first birth and also discuss the differences of this pregnancy and family adjustment as compared to the first.

Postpartum Integration

With her wealth of birth experiences and training, Chantal offers a wise, understanding ear to women who may have experienced a physically traumatic or emotionally disappointing birth. She will offer consult to help you process and reframe your birth experience. She understands that if you felt disappointed with your birth experience you may need a lot of healing postpartum. She will help you reclaim your power!

For 21 years, Chantal has attended over 950+ births providing education and counsel to hundreds of expecting families in the New York Metropolitan area.

Chantal understands the needs and challenges of birthing people during pregnancy, birth & postpartum and is passionate about helping you embrace your power and a healthy pelvic floor.