about Colleen
My heart is drawn to support families as they embark on the sacred journey of parenthood. I believe that pregnancy and birth are deeply transformative experiences, and I’m honored to walk alongside individuals and couples from all walks of life. I welcome first-time parents, those expanding their families, and those navigating unique paths through adoption or surrogacy. My practice embraces diverse family structures, cultural backgrounds, and birth preferences.
I offer nurturing support for parents in pregnancy, birth, and the incredible postpartum journey. I believe in fostering a peaceful and empowering environment where you can connect with your inner wisdom and embrace the innate power of your experience My intention is to create a space of deep listening, gentle guidance, and unwavering support as you grow into your unique parenthood.
qualifications
Elementary Education, M.Ed from Fairfield University
B.S. in Public Health from University of Saint Joseph
Certified Doula, DONA 2015
Certified Childbirth Educator, CAPPA 2018
Certified Postpartum Doula, CAPPA 2018
Madriella Doula Network Postpartum Doula, MCPD 2019
Madriella Doula Network Certified Professional Doula, MCPCD 2020
Madriella Doula Network Childbirth Educator, MCE 2021
Madriella Doula Network Breastfeeding Educator, MBE 2023
Madriella Doula Network Loss & Bereavement Doula, MLBD 2024
kind words
““Having Colleen with us after our home birth was a blessing; she provided invaluable support with everything from preparing meals and baths to offering reassurance about newborn care. Her calm presence and compassionate listening helped us navigate the overwhelming first weeks as new parents. I wholeheartedly recommend her to any family welcoming a new baby.””
“We hired Colleen shortly after our twin boys came home from the NICU in the summer of 2018. I had had a challenging C-section and needed help, to say the least! Colleen stepped right in and provided our family with care, kindness, incredible support and flexibility during a stressful time. She helped with whatever we needed—everything from bathing and feeding the twins, preparing formula, running errands, being with the boys so I could nap… even assembling Pack-n-Plays that my baby-brain mind couldn’t figure out! Colleen was a valuable part of our postpartum life with her positivity, sweetness, calmness and nurturing way.”