Edna, Birth & Postpartum Doula, CLC

Edna is a DONA certified Birth Doula, a Postpartum Doula, and Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC). Additionally, Edna is trained in comforting touch and massage, Hypnobirthing, and is a Certified Independent Placenta Services Provider. She has been a doula for over 8 years and is based in lower Manhattan.

Edna was born and raised in Israel; after studying Psychology at the University of Tel-Aviv, she came to New York, where both her professional and personal lives took root and flourished. She worked initially in the health care industry, until her passion for empowering women inspired her to become a doula.

Today, one of Edna’s greatest pleasures is to cook, often using recipes inspired by her Mediterranean background. She also enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with her young adult daughter.  

Edna’s rich background and training, in combination with her deep commitment to supporting women during pregnancy and motherhood, ensure that under her care, couples are able to achieve the unique birth experience they envision.