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Katherine Anderson, CCE,
CD (DONA)
914-693-7506
kathpooch@aol.com
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Dobbs Ferry, NY
- 6 class series childbirth preparation group classes;
Sun. eves. 5 - 7:30.
- 3 class series childbirth preparation private classes;
(dates and times to be decided on an individual basis)
Katherine Anderson, Childbirth Educator and Labor Support Doula, is a Northern California native residing in Dobbs Ferry with her husband Calvin and their two children Rebecca and Gabriel. The birth of her daughter was a defining moment for Katherine. "I knew at that instant that I wanted to be with and help guide expectant women in the amazing journey of pregnancy, labor, and birth. I believe that when women are allowed to trust in the innate wisdom of their bodies, giving birth can be an experience that is both empowering and life changing." Katherine's philosophies and beliefs about pregnancy and birth are inspired by the works of Sheila Kitzinger, Dr. Michel Odent, Ina May Gaskin, Gayle Peterson, and by the many wise women she has trained with through the International Childbirth Education Association. In addition to her work as a childbirth educator and doula, she is a violist with the Metropolitan Opera in New York City.
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Susanrachel Condon, LMT, CCE, CNM
845-256-5430
riverandmountain@earthlink.net
www.riverandmountain.net
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Sunsanrachel Condon, LMT, CCE, CNM, graduated from the State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn Midwifery Program in 1998. She is a NY State licensed midwife and ob-gyn nurse practitioner. She was certified to teach childbirth preparation, newborn care and breastfeeding classes in 1996 by the Childbirth Education Association of Metropolitan New York (CEAMNY). She served two terms as President of the CEAMNY Board of Directors. Susanrachel has also been a NY State licensed massage therapist since 1991. She served on the faculty of the Swedish Institute College of Massage Therapy & Allied Health Sciences for ten years and currently participates in their continuing education program. Since 1994, she has taught Bodywork for the Childbearing Cycle, a certification course for massage and bodywork professionals. She and her husband Richard, a certified Rolfer, have produced an advanced techniques video on the subject in addition to a DVD for couples and childbirth professionals. They have also lectured widely as private consultants at conferences, hospitals, birth centers, schools and spas. Susanrachel holds a BFA in Art Therapy and has studied birth counseling and counseling for pregnant survivors of sexual abuse. She is the mother of a daughter and two sons. |
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Hudson Valley Hospital Center, Cortlandt Manor, NY
- Siblings Attending Birth Preparatory Class;
3rd Wed. of Month; 7 pm
- Private childbirth, VBAC, or sibling preparation classes by appointment
Melissa Creighton’s passion in the childbirth field began with the incredible, life-altering births of her four children. Leaving behind her former career as a NYC hedge fund manager, she became certified as a Childbirth Educator with the Childbirth Education Association of Metropolitan New York (CEAMNY) and as a Labor Support Doula by Doulas of North America (DONA). She teaches childbirth preparation classes at the Connecticut Childbirth & Women’s Center in Danbury and at Hudson Valley Hospital Center in Cortlandt Manor and provides labor support to birthing families in the Westchester/Putnam area. Melissa is co-president of the Hudson Valley Birth Network and has recently returned to school to pursue a career in midwifery.
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Jennifer Dembo, CCE,
Labor Support Doula
Hand-in-Hand Childbirth Services 914-261-7417
jendem@verizon.net
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- Group classes:
Destination Maternity, White Plains, NY
Connecticut Childbirth and Womens' Center, Danbury, CT
- Private, intensive and refresher classes upon request
Jen's calling to the world of childbirth was inspired by the life-altering births of her two daughters, and the overwhelming support she received from her midwives, childbirth educator and doulas during her pregnancies, deliveries and beyond. Upon realizing she could no longer suppress her desire to support other women during their childbearing years, she left her graphic design business and received her childbirth education and labor support training through the Childbirth Education Association (CEA) and Doulas of North America (DONA), respectively. Jen recognizes that when a woman is knowledgeable about the options available to her during pregnancy, labor and delivery, and when she is well-supported physically and emotionally, she increases her chances of having a positive birth experience. Acknowledging that everyone's approach to childbirth is intensely personal, Jen customizes care for every one of her clients. Her teaching philosophy encourages women to make informed decisions about their care and the care of their babies by presenting comprehensive, fact-based information in an open, non-judgmental environment . Jen lives with her family in Northern Westchester, NY. |
Barbara DuPont , CCE,
CD (DONA)
914-239-3311
www.bdchildbirth.com
info@bdchildbirth.com
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White Plains, NY
- Group childbirth preparation series at Full Circle Family Care in White Plains
- Private childbirth, VBAC, or sibling preparation classes by appointment
Barbara Du Pont, Childbirth Educator and Birth Doula, lives in Pleasantville, NY with her husband, their three young daughters and new son. At the age of twenty-two, Barbara was lucky enough to be present at the birth of a friend’s daughter. Watching how this birth naturally unfolded had a profound impact on Barbara’s approach to her first daughter’s birth ten years later. After the birth of her third daughter, Barbara decided to follow her passion for birth and obtain her certification as a birth doula (DONA) and childbirth educator (CEAMNY). Prior to her children’s birth, Barbara worked as a lawyer in Brooklyn, NY. It gives her great satisfaction and joy to inform and help guide pregnant couples to have a satisfying birth.
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Lisa Gould Rubin, CCE, CD (DONA)
914-763-9487
lisa@thegoodbirthcompany.com
www.thegoodbirthcompany.com
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- 2 class childbirth preparation series for first time parents
- Single evening private refresher or VBAC evening
- Sunday eves, Mon-Thurs eves 7 – 9:00 pm
- Private class/classes in your home also available
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Linda LeMon, IBCLC, CCE,
CD (DONA)
845-265-2808
Linda2753@aol.com
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Hudson Valley Hospital Center, Cortlandt Manor, NY
- 4 class childbirth preparation series; Fri. eves. 7 - 9:30
- 1 day intensive class; Sat. 9 - 5
- Prenatal Breastfeeding class; 1st Tues. of Month; 6:30 - 9:30
- Breastfeeding Support Group; 1st & 3rd Wed. of Month; 11 - 1
- Private classes by appointment
Linda LeMon has over 30 years experience teaching childbirth education and providing labor support in Dutchess, Putnam and Westchester Counties. Believing that birth should be woman-centered, she teaches group and private classes specializing in ways to approach labor and birth naturally and actively. Techniques shared include relaxation, visualization, active movement, positions, water therapy, massage and the risks and benefits associated with medical interventions. Linda’s goal is to empower women to trust the innate wisdom of their bodies, and to achieve the birth experience they desire by providing evidence-based information and resources, always keeping to each family’s unique needs, philosophy and birth goals.
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Mary Esther Malloy-Hopwood, MA, CCE
347-276-2819
info@mindfulbirthny.com
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Hastings-on-Hudson, NY and New York City
- Group and private childbirth preparation series by appointment
Mary Esther Malloy-Hopwood, MA, CCE is a mother, anthropologist, teacher, doula, and dancer. She offers an expansive approach to the Bradley Method of Natural Childbirth. Classes give expectant parents the opportunity to map the varied terrains a normal labor might folllow, master a range of pain-coping, relaxation and labor support techniques, consider the many choices available in childbirth and more.
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Pauline Nardella, RN, MPA, CCE
845-680-0385
info@birthingwisdom.com
www.birthingwisdom.com
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Pauline Nardella, RN, MPA, CCE is a Maternal Child Health Nurse who has been caring for families for over 20 years. Pauline & her husband Rob have three beautiful healthy children. All were born peacefully & naturally using the Bradley Method of Childbirth®. Pauline has been teaching the Bradley Method® for over 15 years and her mantra is, “Knowledge is Power!” Understanding the beauty of the human body, trusting it and working with your body to create a healthy baby and a safe birth is empowering for every mother and her family. Pauline is an adjunct nursing professor and actively lectures, teaches and consults throughout the tri-state area at conferences, colleges, hospitals, health fairs and parenting centers.
Childbirth & Parenting Classes in lower Rockland County. Convenient to Rockland, Westchester, Bergen & Orange Counties. The Bradley Method®, HypnoBirthing®, VBAC & Childbirth Refresher Series are all taught on an on-going schedule during the week from 7:30-9:30pm. Parenting classes include CPR & Safety, Infant Massage, Starting Solids and Caring for a Sick Child are all offered on and on-going basis during week days from 1-3pm. Please call or email for an upcoming class schedule.
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