Availability Remarks: Available weekdays between 9-6pm, depending upon location. Flexible availability on evenings (witching hour) and weekends. Occasional overnights.
Postpartum Rate
$60 to $65
Postpartum Doula Experience
19 years and 150 families served
Postpartum Doula Certifications
DONA International - Certified Postpartum Doula
Doula Training
DONA International-Approved Workshop, November 2009
DONA International-Approved Workshop, January 2021
Birth Day Presence, June 2021
Manhattan Birth, November 2025
Manhattan Birth, May 2026
Type of practice: Solo practice
Clients per month: 2 to 5
Postpartum limits/restrictions: No smokers or unvaccinated people please!
College Education
BA/BS
Special Services Offered
Abortion support
Baby-led weaning
Babywearing education
Belly binding
Cancer patients and survivors
Cloth diapering education
First Aid and CPR
Infant massage education
Lactation consultant/counselor services
LGBTQIA+ Support
Newborn care specialist
NICU support for parents
Overnight postpartum support
Reduced rates for women considering adoption
Sibling support (for your older children at the birth)
Sleep educator
Stillbirth and infant loss support
Surrogates and intended parents
Training Documentation
Languages Spoken
English
Service Area
Brooklyn, NY Serves families in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens Subway only. Will do PATH to Jersey City & Hoboken.
Certifications for Maria Fechtmuller
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