Emilia Zalewska

Emilia is a bilingual birth and postpartum doula with over 20 years of experience supporting families and newborns, serving New York City, Westchester, and the Hudson Valley areas. Fluent in both English and Polish, she offers compassionate, personalized care for families during labor and postpartum. With a deep passion for birth work, Emilia provides dedicated support in both hospital and home birth settings, ensuring that every family feels empowered and cared for during this transformative time. Her nurturing approach and wealth of experience make her a trusted resource for new parents.

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Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Lactation and Feeding Specialist ILFS
Emilia's journey into caregiving began early—Emilia has been caring for babies since she was a young girl. She always dreamed of becoming a teacher or a baby nurse, drawn to the natural connection she felt when supporting little ones and their families. That passion led her to spend over 15 years working as a nanny, playing an essential role in helping families raise their children with love and confidence and she holds a Master’s degree in Education and continued education clases in Early Childhood Education.
As a doula, Emilia received her training through the highly respected Manhattan Birth organization. She continues to grow in her practice through their ongoing mentorship program, where she stays current with evidence-based practices and receives support from a vibrant community of fellow birth professionals.
Emilia offers personalized emotional, physical, and educational support during birth and the early postpartum period, always tailoring her approach to meet each client where they are. She takes time to understand each family’s unique needs and preferences, and provides care that is as individual as the people she serves. From labor and delivery to breastfeeding guidance and newborn care, Emilia brings calm energy, a grounding presence, and a comforting touch that help families feel safe, seen, and supported.
Her approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and a deep love for this work. Emilia leads with heart, creating nurturing, empowering experiences for every family she serves. She is passionate about holding space for the transformative journey of parenthood—and honored to be invited into those sacred moments of birth and beyond.
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