Childbirth Prep & Doula Services

Chantal has been teaching and assisting expecting families in the New York Metro area since 2003. She is a Certified Doula (A.L.A.C.E), Certified Childbirth Educator (CEA/MNY & LAMAZE), Certified Pre/Postnatal Yoga Teacher, Certified MUTU® Systems trainer and specializes in Bodywork for the Childbearing Year.

Chantal provides a comfortable and supportive environment for a positive birth experience. She incorporates her prenatal yoga and massage skills. Experienced with VBAC and twin births and Gentle Cesareans. She also offers Private Birth Prep classes, Newborn Basics and her Pushing Power workshops.

Doula Services

Before the Birth - Prenatal Visit

I meet with you in your home for 1-2 prenatal meetings to explore your desires, hopes and wishes as well as any doubts and fears you may have surrounding labor. We will go over your birth preferences and your needs and thoughts and fears about your upcoming birth so that I can support you the most effectively. I will help you understand what to expect and how to prepare for it.

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 suggesting ways to manage pain. 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, often 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 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

“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

“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

Private Sessions

Certified by both LAMAZE and Childbirth Educators of Metropolitan New York -Chantal offers private Childbirth Education classes in the comfort of your home. The private sessions are designed to meet your needs and desires for your birth.

This 3hr 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. The emphasis is on labor being a normal body process & having as many pain coping choices as possible. 

Birth Refresher · VBAC Prep (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean)

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 2hr class is designed for preparing for a Vaginal Birth After a previous Cesarean.

We work on overcoming fears about labor, and explore pain-coping techniques. We'll also discuss the hospital's routine procedures to avoid. We spend time reviewing the first birth and we will also discuss the differences of this pregnancy and family adjustment as compared to the first.

Postpartum Recovery

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 disempowered with your birth experience you may need a lot of healing postpartum. She will help you reclaim your power!

For almost 20 years, Chantal has attended over 750+ births providing education and counsel to hundreds of expecting families in the New York Metropolitan area.

Chantal understands the needs and challenges for women during pregnancy, birth & postpartum and is passionate about helping you empower every aspect of becoming a parent.

Once postpartum, always postpartum - It’s never too late to heal!