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Amanda (Mandi) Montanez-Eckel CD(DONA)

The Birth Shift

New City, NY Serving Bergen and Hudson County New Jersey, Northern and Central New Jersey, Hudson Valley NY (Rockland, Westchester, Orange, Putnam), New York City and Fairfield County CT. NYC pricing varies.

https://www.mandieckel.com

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Birth Fee

$2100 to $3500

Postpartum Rate

$55 to $70

Availability Remarks: Available for Birth Support and Postpartum daytime and overnight. 4 hour daytime minimum for PP, 10 hour overnight minimum. Contact me to book a complimentary virtual call!

Birth Fee

$2100 to $3500

Postpartum Rate

$55 to $70


Birth Doula Experience

2 years

Postpartum Doula Experience

2 years


Birth Doula Certifications

  • DONA International - Certified Birth Doula

Doula Training

  • DONA International-Approved Workshop, August 2024
  • DONA International-Approved Workshop, September 2024

Type of practice: Solo practice

Clients per month: 0 to 4 births and 0 to 2 postpartum families

Attends hospital births? All Hospitals

Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers

Attends home births? Some Home Births
Home births must be attended by a CNM or CM.


College Education

BA/BS


Special Services Offered

  • Abortion support
  • Acupressure
  • Antepartum doula support
  • Aromatherapy
  • Baby-led weaning
  • Babywearing education
  • Bereavement doula (pregnancy & infant loss)
  • Cloth diapering education
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Full spectrum doula services
  • LGBTQIA+ Support
  • Military families support
  • Miscarriage support
  • Photography - Birth
  • Photography - Newborn
  • Reduced rates for women considering adoption
  • Satellite doula (for remote and rural clients)
  • Stillbirth and infant loss support
  • Surrogates and intended parents
  • TENS units rental
  • Twins and multiples birth support
  • Twins and multiples postpartum support
  • Virtual and remote doula support

Training Documentation

credential


Relevant volunteer or advocacy work

Mandi believes birth is more than a single event—it’s a life shift. You don’t just need someone to hold your hand—you need someone who gets it. Someone who knows how overwhelming all the choices can feel, how frustrating it is to be talked at instead of listened to, and how birth isn’t just a checklist of medical events—it’s your story. I’m here to make sure you walk into birth feeling ready, supported, and truly heard. Whether you’re planning an unmedicated birth, an epidural, or a cesarean, you deserve a voice in the room and a steady presence by your side.

Languages Spoken

  • English

Fee Details

Birth support ranges from $2,100–$3,450, depending on level of preparation and postpartum follow-up included. Unlike many standard packages that include only two prenatal meetings, I provide comprehensive preparation (up to four sessions) with childbirth education woven directly into your doula care. All birth clients receive on-call support beginning at 37 weeks and continuous labor support. Postpartum services begin at $1,300 (20 hours). Daytime support averages $65/hr, and overnight newborn care (10-hour minimum) begins at $800 per night.

Service Area

New City, NY Serving Bergen and Hudson County New Jersey, Northern and Central New Jersey, Hudson Valley NY (Rockland, Westchester, Orange, Putnam), New York City and Fairfield County CT. NYC pricing varies.

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Client Testimonials for Amanda (Mandi) Montanez-Eckel CD(DONA)

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Vanessa

5/11/2025

I can't say enough good things about my experience with Mandi. She was amazing in every aspect of my birth. From the very beginning she was caring, understanding, and willing to go above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable

My husband and I opted to have a repeat c-section and Mandi helped us prepare. Although this was my second C-section I was very nervous because I didn’t know what to expect with a planned c section. We had multiple visits with Mandi, virtual and In person. Each time we spoke with her she had new print outs and more information for us to go over. She is very detail oriented and doesn't miss a single step.

The day of my c-section Mandi met me at the hospital and was with me the whole time. She advocated for me and never let me forget that she was there to make sure I get the birth that I wanted and deserved. She stayed with us from 8am until I was settled in my room which wasn’t until about 12am. She was on top of the nurses to make sure I got the medication I needed in a timely fashion. She would not leave my side unless she knew I was comfortable. 

I had told mandi I wanted to breastfeed . If it wasn’t for her help and knowledge of breastfeeding I Dont think I would have put in as much effort as I did. With her guidance and my constant texts to her I was able to breast feed and pump. Her motivation kept me going.

After we came home with my son, Mandi came to help me get settled into my new role Of being a mom of 2. She did so much to help me around the house. She did laundry, dishes, made sure i ate and drank water, and most of all helped me perfect my son’s latch. It was like a breath of fresh air having someone else take care of all of my everyday chores so I was able to bond with my new baby.

I will continue to recommend Mandi to everyone and anyone that will begin to tell me they are pregnant. I will never forget all that she did for me and my family.

Maria Pellegriti

3/10/2025

I couldn't say enough about the support Mandi provided me throughout my pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. During my pregnancy she was always available, checking in on me, reassuring me, and providing me with the information I felt I most needed. I knew she was making a difference in my pregnancy journey then but it became even more clear when Mandi helped me through my labor and the birth of my daughter. She was a constant comfort throughout a sometimes very difficult labor. She supported me every step of the way and I truly feel like she labored as hard as I did! When we were nearing a possible c-section, my doctor allowed her to join us in the operating room and I think he knew how much I needed her to get through the final stretch of my labor. With her encouragement, I was able to deliver my daughter only a few minutes later and avoided a c-section. In postpartum, Mandi took care of me at a time when I was in desperate need of someone caring for me while I cared for my daughter and navigated all of the newness of postpartum. I am so beyond grateful for Mandi and know she will continue to be an amazing support to more women going forward in her career. 

Kelly Muller

2/25/2025

I am beyond grateful to have had Mandi be a part of the birth of my daughter. Her knowledge and experience helped me to feel extremely prepared, but also flexible in my expectations when things didn't turn out exactly as planned. Her presence during labor and delivery was soothing and calming and her recommendations throughout were appreciated. Although my labor and delivery did not go as any of us expected, Mandi helped me to feel safe and heard throughout the process. She was extremely comforting for both me and my mother. When I ended up with an emergency c section, it meant a lot to both me and my mom that Mandi was able to stay in the OR with me when my mom went with my baby. Mandi was consoling and comforting and made a stressful and scary situation less frightening. I am beyond grateful that Mandi was with us & I would highly recommend her services for any expecting mother. She was available, responsive, comforting, knowledgeable, kind, and supportive from start to finish! 

Birth Availability for Amanda (Mandi) Montanez-Eckel CD(DONA)

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Postpartum Availability for Amanda (Mandi) Montanez-Eckel CD(DONA)

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