Stony Brook Midwifery Practice

12/15/2025

"10 outta 10, she is personable, I didn't feel rushed, she is caring and overall a sweet human being. I am so happy and blessed to have found her."
-Google My Business Review

Rakiya Watts, CNM
Director of Midwifery
Stony Brook Medicine
(631) 444-4686

12/11/2025

Learn all about the role the midwives and doulas play! Check out this informative episode of Health Yeah, featuring Rakiya Watts, CNM, MSN, and Director of Midwifery, Heather Findletar Hines, DNP, CNM, and Noelle Beutler, community doula and childbirth educator with Stony Brook.

In this episode of HEALTH Yeah!, experts explore the distinct roles of midwives and doulas and how both contribute to the comprehensive care.

12/10/2025

"This is my second time having the , and I can never say enough good things about them! My experience with them has always been amazing. I feel seen, heard, cared for and taken seriously. My only regret is not doing the midwives with my first 2! But 2 out of 4 is better than none!"
-Google My Business Review

12/08/2025

"Kristen is the best! She is super outgoing and really makes you feel so comfortable!"
-Google My Business Review

Kristen Clemens, CM
Certified Midwife
Stony Brook Medicine
(631) 444-4686

12/05/2025

Voting is less than 2 weeks away! The Stony Brook Midwives have been nominated for the Best Midwifery Practice on Long Island. We are so thankful to the women who put their trust in us. With your help, we can achieve our 4th win in a row. We appreciate your support by voting at https://bit.ly/47VcqCp

12/04/2025

Don't miss our in-person Meet The program TONIGHT, 12/4, 7-8PM at the MART Auditorium (Stony Brook Hospital). You will get an opportunity to participate in a Q & A session, and become more comfortable by touring our Triage, Labor and Delivery and Postpartum rooms. It is a great way to be informed and get to know us! At this time, the program is limited to birthing parents only, and siblings are not permitted. No registration is required.
*Enter the main visitor parking lot. Go to the back left, away from the entrance. Park. (Any level is fine) Follow the signs by the staircases to the MART. (Exit the back of the lot, opposite the exit for the main hospital.) Enter the building by the sign for the Auditorium.

12/03/2025

A Doula is a trained, non-clinical birth companion who provides emotional and physical support and encouragement before, during and after labor as well as after delivery. Our Doulas can help you feel empowered, supported and heard. The best support starts with the right connection. Click the link below, and fill out our Doula Match Form as early as 20 weeks. You will be paired with a who aligns with your personality, values and preferences so you feel comfortable and confident. stonybrook.info/doula

12/02/2025

Don't miss our in-person Meet The program Thursday, 12/4, 7-8PM at the MART Auditorium (Stony Brook Hospital). You will get an opportunity to participate in a Q & A session, and become more comfortable by touring our Triage, Labor and Delivery and Postpartum rooms. It is a great way to be informed and get to know us! At this time, the program is limited to birthing parents only, and siblings are not permitted. No registration is required.
*Enter the main visitor parking lot. Go to the back left, away from the entrance. Park. (Any level is fine) Follow the signs by the staircases to the MART. (Exit the back of the lot, opposite the exit for the main hospital.) Enter the building by the sign for the Auditorium.

11/28/2025

Stony Brook Midwives was nominated for Best Midwives in the 2026 Best of Long Island! We would greatly appreciate your support by voting for us. Help us win our 4th year in a row! https://bit.ly/4oYewqS

11/26/2025

"Christina is so patient, helpful and caring. She always puts me at ease, and explains everything while she’s doing the exam."
- Google My Business Review

Christina Kocis, CNM, DNP
Certified Nurse Midwife
Stony Brook Medicine
(631) 444-4686

11/21/2025

"Tania Alicea explained everything and has a great bedside manner. She asked questions and really listened."
-Google My Business Review

Tania Alicea, CNM, IBCLC
Certified Nurse Midwife
Stony Brook Medicine
(631) 444-4686

11/19/2025

"Goldie is my girl! I have nothing but amazing things to say about this woman. She has been with me from the very start of my first pregnancy…..and know she’s with me every step of the way with my soon-to-be second. I wouldn’t go anywhere else! If you're looking for a great office & midwife, this is your place! Look no further!"
-Google My Business Review

Goldie McBride, CM
Certified Midwife
Stony Brook Medicine
(631) 444-4686