18622531252
Brooklyn
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Cesca W. in Brooklyn, NY

$ Flexible

CescaDoula

Practice overview

I came to birth work with a professional history in both art and social work, with my immediate background in supporting young parents through housing insecurity and life transition (wellness, sobriety, education, employment). What inspires and sustains me as a doula is a commitment to village parenting— where we all hold the babies, all chip in resources, and thereby carve access to a freedom of being that surpasses baby & parent.

I completed my training with Ancient Song Doula Services, an organization committed to serving people of color and addressing implicit bias & racism within healthcare systems through direct advocacy and community training. Ancient Song’s dedication to black maternal health and focus on full-spectrum services is what led me to the collective.

I have experience working with first-time births, single parents-to-be, birthing people for whom English is their second language, undocumented individuals, and systems-involved families (ACS/CPS, foster care, criminal justice).

Years experience

Families supported

Birth Rate

400

Hourly Rate

$20

Care philosophy

My practice is rooted in the belief that community support can be an inherent part of how we conceive, grow, and raise our babies; that both conceiving and parenting are political & spiritual undertakings that are strengthened when our communities are present with us. My practice intentionally supports all bodies, all genders, and all family planning formations.

Services

Adoption doula support
Bereavement doula support
Birth doula support
Postpartum doula support
Newborn nannying
Night nannying

Specialties and Experience

LGBTQ
People of color
Previous life trauma
Single parents
Survivors of sexual abuse
Teen parents

Care settings

Birthing center
Hospital

Languages

English

Credentials

Certified Doula with Ancient Song Doula Services
Case Management Experience with Young Parents
Pastoral Care Experience

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Pricing packages

Birth Doula Support

$ 400

We will meet for 2-4 prenatal visits (can depend on time of hire or your preference). Together, we: - Discuss what’s most important to you for your birth / develop a birth plan - Practice comfort positions and coping techniques - Can set goals around existing diagnoses and wellness journeys - Prepare for your postpartum experience I provide unlimited emotional and informational support via phone/text/email. I can plan to be present for any and all visits with your health care provider to support your understanding of your progression, as well as in advocacy of your decisions being honored. When you’re ready to have me join you for labor, I will meet you at your birthing location or home — you have my complete presence once you're ready.

Sliding scale pricing available

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Postpartum Doula Support

$ 20 /hr

At the time of my hire, (can be before or after birth), we will have one planning meeting (1-2hrs) to discuss postpartum preferences and create a plan of support. Services can vary depending on your individual needs, and are absolutely subject to shift over time. These services can include: - Assistance with newborn care (diapering, bathing, feeding, comforting) - Infant feeding support (breast/chest-feeding, bottle feeding, formula feeding) - Household tasks (errands, light housekeeping, meal preparation) - Sibling care - Pet care - Support for partner(s) - Emotional support — processing birth story and any necessary referrals.