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The doula's role before, during, and after birth is unique. It is not a luxury.
It is a necessity.

Hi. It is me! Ellen

THE NUMBERS:

According to the American Pregnancy Association, having a birth doula as part of the birth team decreases the overall cesarean rate by 50%, the length of labor by 25%, the use of pharmacological oxytocin (Pitocin) by 40%, and requests for an epidural by 60%.

Hello

My name is Ellen, and I am a birth and postpartum doula, which means I offer non-medical support to new and growing families before, during, and after pregnancy. I am also a Baby-Led Sleep Consultant, helping parents understand their babies' unique sleep needs.​

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I help families thrive during one of the most beautiful and challenging phases of life: parenthood. I believe everyone has the right to make their own decisions without judgment and to feel empowered through knowledge, including pregnancy, birth, and parenting choices.

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I serve families in Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, and parts of Connecticut.

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Some fun facts about me:

  • I was born and raised in Brazil and currently live in Hopewell Junction, NY.

  • My husband, Miguel, is Portuguese, and we met during a ski trip in Vermont. We have a beautiful 2-year-old daughter — the sweetest girl ever!

  • I also have a stepson who is somehow already almost 12 years old.

  • I love CrossFit and have been practicing it for 8 years — except during 2020 (wonder why?!) and during my pregnancy. It was rough!

  • I am a huge fan of How I Met Your Mother and constantly use quotes from the show during important moments in my life.

  • Nothing makes me smile bigger than a brunch with bottomless mimosas surrounded by my favorite people!

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