I am Kathleen Garcia, I am a Certified (SBD) Doula; Labor, Postpartum (breast-feeding support), Specializing in Bereavement/Loss, Rainbow Babies, NICU, Adoption, Surrogacy, Birth Trauma, & C-Section. I welcome LGBT families, teen mothers and single parents. I have been working as a labor doula since 1997. Every birth is a unique and intimate experience. I am honored each and every time I am welcomed into a client's birth space. I am there to support my client prenatally, labor, delivery & beyond. I am here to support you in YOUR birth of choice! I support all types of birthing. For Bereavement, I am available 24hrs 7 days a week (718-790-0033)
I am available to my client and family's emotional support postpartum. I am there to help them with some of the changes a new baby brings to the household. I am able to help my client and baby establish their breastfeeding relationship. I am also able to troubleshoot if issues arise during breastfeeding. I am here to answer questions, teach, and help parents with newborn care. I am a Babywearing Educator certified through CBWS. I teach babywearing to expectant parents, new parents, and doulas! In my teachings we go over how to safely and comfortably wear your baby. I go over the many types of baby carrying options that are available & coach individuals on the proper use & nuances of carriers & the myriad ways they can be used. I work with you until you have the safety, knowledge, & techniques necessary to wear your baby confidently. I am available and have experience working along side different manufacturers and weavers in the babywearing industry.
