Saturday, June 1, 2024

Resources for Birth & Postpartum Support in Bedford Stuyvesant, Brooklyn

 

Doulas (Free Support Regardless of Immigration Status)

  • Ancient Song Doula Services: Provides comprehensive doula services including support for abortion, adoption, birth, miscarriage, postpartum, and stillbirth.

  • Just Birthspace: Offers free virtual doula support.

  • By My Side Birth Support Program: Provides free doula services to women in Brooklyn.

    • Phone: 718-637-5231

    • Email: healthystartbrooklyn@health.nyc.gov

  • Caribbean Women’s Health Association: Offers doula services and other health support.

    • Phone: 718-826-2942

    • Email: CWHAdoulas@cwha.org

  • Hope and Healing Family Center: Provides doula and family support services.

    • Phone: 347-384-1494

    • Email: hhfc01@ymail.com

  • Mama Glow Foundation: Offers doula support and maternal health services.

    • Phone: 718-510-4015

    • Email: cdi@mamaglow.com

Baby Development and Early Intervention

Breastfeeding Support

  • Baby Cafe: Breastfeeding support group available both virtually and in-person every Thursday at 4:00 p.m.

Community Health Support

  • Caribbean Women’s Health Association: Provides various health services and support for Caribbean women.

    • Address: 3512 Church Avenue, Brooklyn, NY

    • Phone: 718-826-2942, ext. 206

  • Life of Hope: Offers community support and health services.

    • Address: 1377 Brooklyn Avenue, Brooklyn, NY

    • Phone: 718-362-3161

    • Email: info@lohnyc.com

Additional Resources

  • Podcast on Black Birthing: Insights and stories about Black birthing experiences.

  • Brooklyn Supported Agriculture: A Black-led, worker-owned green market that accepts WIC.