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Christina R. CD, CBS, IBCLC Candidate

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Saddle River, NJ   Service range 50 miles Serving Northern NJ, Rockland County NY, Westchester County NY, Orange County NY, Putnam County NY, NYC & Fairfield County CT.

Birth Fee

$1975 to $2975

Postpartum Rate

$70 to $100

Availability Remarks: Available for Birth Support, daytime and overnight Postpartum Support. 4 hour minimum for daytime, 8 hour minimum for overnight. Contact to book a complimentary call and learn more!

Birth Fee

$1975 to $2975

Postpartum Rate

$70 to $100


Birth Doula Experience

9 years

Postpartum Doula Experience

15 years


Birth Doula Certifications

  • BEST - Certified Birth Doula

Postpartum Doula Certifications

  • ProDoula - Certified Postpartum & Infant Care Doula

Doula Training

  • BEST Doula Training, August 2024
  • DONA International-Approved Workshop, January 2025
  • ProDoula, March 2025

Type of practice: Solo practice

Clients per month: 1 to 4 births and 1 to 4 postpartum families

Attends hospital births? All Hospitals

Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers

Attends home births? Some Home Births
Licensed Midwife must be present


College Education

BA/BS


Special Services Offered

  • Acupressure
  • Antepartum doula support
  • Bereavement doula (pregnancy & infant loss)
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Full spectrum doula services
  • Lactation consultant/counselor services
  • Military families support
  • Miscarriage support
  • Perinatal wellness coach
  • Reduced rates for women considering adoption
  • Satellite doula (for remote and rural clients)
  • Sibling support (for your older children at the birth)
  • Stillbirth and infant loss support
  • Surrogates and intended parents
  • Virtual and remote doula support

Training Documentation

credential


Relevant volunteer or advocacy work

Christina is a Certified Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, and Breastfeeding Specialist dedicated to maternal-baby well-being. Her commitment to birth work and mother-baby care is strongly grounded by her belief in the power of extending matricentric care to women. With 15 years of experience supporting mothers and babies, Christina has devoted her career to providing compassionate care, tailored to the dynamic and evolving needs of each mother and baby. Christina offers a comprehensive range of care services, including prenatal, birth, postpartum, and breastfeeding support. Her expertise guides the new mother toward feeling her best prenatally, empowered during birth, confident in her innate ability to care for her baby, and prepared to navigate the postpartum period. Christina believes in the importance of women being cared for, valued, seen, and understood during one of life's most significant transitions, woman to mother. Contact to book a complimentary call and learn more!

Languages Spoken

  • English

Fee Details

1.) Baby Bump Basics: 1 Prenatal Consult, Birth Plan, 24/7 On-Call Support (37 weeks), Early Labor Support, Active Labor Support, Support 1 hr Postpartum, 1 Postpartum Consult. 2.) The Growing Bundle: 2 Prenatal Consults, Monthly Support Call, Birth Plan, 24/7 On-Call Support (37 weeks), Early Labor Support, Active Labor Support, Support 1-2 hours postpartum, 1 Postpartum Consult, 1 Postpartum Visit. 3.) Ready to Pop: 2 Prenatal Consults, Bi-Weekly Support Call, As Needed Text Support Prenatally (Business Hours), Birth Plan, Earlier 24/7 On-Call Support (36 weeks), Early Labor Support, Active Labor Support, Support 1-2 hours Postpartum, 2 Postpartum Consults, 1 Postpartum Visit, As Needed Phone Support for the first 2 weeks Postpartum (Business Hours). (Recommended for first-time mommies, twins/multiples, mommies with health concerns, nervous mommies and for those who need an extra bump of support). Virtual support also available. Contact to book a complimentary call and learn more!

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Saddle River, NJ Service range 50 miles Serving Northern NJ, Rockland County NY, Westchester County NY, Orange County NY, Putnam County NY, NYC & Fairfield County CT.

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Client Testimonials for Christina R. CD, CBS, IBCLC Candidate

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John

1/21/2025

My wife and I were blown away by Christina's support during the birth of our daughter. She was calm, knowledgeable and incredibly helpful. She made the whole experience much smoother and was a great comfort to us both. She helped me feel more involved in the birthing process, which really helped my wife and I connect. Highly recommended!

Abby

12/13/2024

Working with Christina has been an absolute dream! She was such an incredible support and advocate during the birth of my second son and has fit into our family so seamlessly during a sensitive and special time postpartum. I am typically very hesitant to have none family members around postpartum, and was set against it with my first son, but she has been such an amazing resource. Having an extra set of extremely capable hands has been invaluable during my recovery. Christina has been great in caring for me, my older son, and our newborn. As we began to work together postpartum, she has diligently pitched in around the house where needed and without any instruction which I love. She is so proactive and has such a deep understanding of this sensitive postpartum period and what a family needs as they work through the growing pains of welcoming a new child. Her lactation training has also made her incredibly valuable as I navigated a few feeding challenges with my newborn. All in all I really can't recommend Christina encough - Any family would be extremely lucky to have her! I'm only sad that this might be my last baby and I won't have an opportunity to work with her again. 

Sibel Kaya

11/25/2024

Christina supported me through both of my cesareans. She helped me to better navigate the emotional and physical challenges of each experience and treated them as they were, completely different from one another. I am forever grateful for having the opportunity to work so closely with such a wonderful person during a really challenging time. My connection with Christina was instant and she always made me feel safe and understood. For families considering having a doula present at their birth, I couldn’t have asked for a better fit. Christina, thank you for being my guiding light. 

Meghan Houseal

11/14/2024

Christina was an absolute lifesaver during our birthing journey and the subsequent postpartum period. Her calm and reassuring demeanor provided immense comfort during labor, guiding us through each contraction with gentle encouragement. Her expertise and knowledge were evident in every interaction, and she was always available to answer questions and address concerns.

Postpartum care with Christina was equally exceptional. She not only cared for our newborn but also provided essential support to me and my husband. She was incredibly attentive to my needs, ensuring I was well-rested and nourished. Her guidance and support during breastfeeding helped me overcome initial challenges with milk supply. Beyond physical care, Christina provided emotional support, offering a listening ear and practical advice. Her dedication to our family was truly invaluable. We are forever grateful for her contribution during such a sacred time and wholeheartedly recommend her services to any family seeking a truly exceptional doula experience.

Birth Availability for Christina R. CD, CBS, IBCLC Candidate

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Postpartum Availability for Christina R. CD, CBS, IBCLC Candidate

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