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Empathetic Doula Care for Your Journey

Guiding New York City area families with compassionate, evidence-based support through pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood.

Anie Denaud, a friendly and professional certified doula in NYC

Hi, I’m Anie Denaud

As a New York City-based doula, my passion is to provide unwavering emotional, physical, and informational support to growing families. I believe every birthing person deserves to feel safe, respected, and empowered. My role is to help you navigate your options, advocate for your wishes, and build confidence for a positive birth and postpartum experience.

With a calming presence and a deep well of knowledge in comfort measures, I'm here to support not just the birthing parent, but partners and family as well, ensuring everyone feels prepared and included.

My Approach to Care

I am dedicated to providing support that is as unique as you are.

Evidence-Based Guidance

I provide up-to-date information so you can make empowered decisions that feel right for you and your family.

A Calming Presence

My goal is to create a peaceful and reassuring atmosphere, reducing anxiety and fostering a positive environment for birth.

Partner-Inclusive Support

I work with your partner as a team, enhancing their role and ensuring they feel confident and involved every step of the way.

My Services

Comprehensive support tailored to your unique needs.

Prenatal Support

3 prenatal visits to discuss your birth preferences, practice comfort techniques, and ensure you and your partner feel fully prepared.

Labor & Birth Support

Continuous in-person support from the moment you need me in active labor, providing comfort, advocacy, and guidance.

Postpartum Support

2-3 post partum visits to process your birth, offer feeding support, and answer newborn care questions for a smooth transition.

Placenta Encapsulation

Safe and professional placenta encapsulation services to support your postpartum recovery and well-being.

Reviews from Real Clients

"Anie was our rock. Her calm and reassuring presence made all the difference during a long labor. She knew exactly what to do and say to help me through each contraction. We couldn't have done it without her."

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- Jessica & Tom, Park Slope

"As a partner, I felt so much more useful and confident with Anie's guidance. She taught me how to provide effective support and worked with us as a team. Her postpartum visit was also incredibly helpful."

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- David L., Williamsburg

"I am so grateful for the care and support that Anie provided me during one of the most important and challenging experiences of my life - childbirth. From the moment my husband and I met Anie, she was kind, patient, and deeply sympathetic to my needs. She walked me through the birthing process with incredible expertise, offering guidance, encouragement, and comfort every step of the way. I cannot recommend Anie highly enough. She is a true professional who brings compassion, skill, and dedication to her work. Any expectant mother would be incredibly fortunate to have Anie as their birth partner."

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- Valentina Jean

"I had an incredible experience with Anie. She is knowledgeable, kind, responsive and her advocacy helped prevent an unnecessary C-section."

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- Aasha

"Anie is the best of the best. From day 1 of us meeting she’s been helpful and very supportive. She helped me fulfill my birthing duties and educated me on things I needed help with."

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- Lateal

"Je suis profondément reconnaissante envers ma doula pour son accompagnement exceptionnel tout au long de ma grossesse et de mon accouchement. Dès notre première rencontre, elle a su me mettre en confiance grâce à sa douceur, sa bienveillance et son professionnalisme. Elle a toujours été disponible pour répondre à mes questions, me rassurer, et m’offrir un soutien émotionnel précieux. Pendant l’accouchement, sa présence calme et rassurante a fait toute la différence. Elle a su m’accompagner avec respect, patience et écoute. Grâce à elle, j’ai vécu cette expérience avec plus de sérénité et de confiance. Je la recommande de tout cœur à toutes les futures mamans !"

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- Marie Daphnée Saint vil

Planning Tools ✨

Use our AI-powered tools to help you mindfully prepare for your birth and postpartum journey.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to feel more confident about your birth?

I offer a free, no-obligation consult to see if we’re a good fit. Let's chat about your hopes for your birth and how I can support you.

You can also call me at 347.672.1552