Labor & Postpartum Doulas in Albuquerque
ABQ Doulas is a group of doulas in Albuquerque who work closely together. Here is what they have to say: We are a collective of professional and compassionate support providers, here to serve you through your pregnancy, birth and recovery. We are made up of 5 labor and birth doulas, childbirth educators, postpartum doulas, a lactation consultant, a massage therapist and a birth photographer. We work together to provide women in the Albuquerque area with excellent, non-judgmental support, and care through this exciting time. We have a wide range of options and price points for you, from experienced to apprentice doulas. To learn more about us you can check out www.abqdoulas.com or call Tracy at 505-274-1540.
Ember Birth w/ Doulas Sarah Allen (birth & postpartum doula, certified placenta encapsulation specialist) and Angelique Steadman (birth & postpartum doula): We have been called to serve the families of our community during pregnancy, birth, postpartum. Our holistic approach helps you gather the tools needed to prepare for what lies ahead. We don’t focus on one modality as each birth and postpartum journey is unique. We cater our services to you and your family’s desires.
Doulas of the Southwest is a group of independent doulas in Albuquerque who each run their own business and set their own fees. Here is the list of doulas in the group. The doulas who are currently in this group are:
- Kim Racette of Angel Touch Doula, birth doula, creator and teacher of Faithful Beginnings Birth Class
- Laura Dehne, labor and birth doula
- Katelin Kelly-Thomas, birth doula and massage therapist
- Laura Serna, postpartum doula and a miscarriage and stillbirth bereavement doula
Prenatal & Postpartum Physical Therapists (PT)
Talia Gilmour, DPT, owner of Holistic Pelvic Health, offers specialized, focused, individualized care to moms before, during, and after birth. Learn more about Talia here.
Tara Sanford, DPT, specializes in the field of pelvic and gender health, especially pre and post-natal care, urinary and bowel incontinence and pelvic pain for men and women and post-operative breast and prostate cancer care. Learn more about Tara here.
Kalena Chan, DPT, owner of Mangostana has 30 + years experience as a physical therapist. She uses a whole-body and intergrative approach and believes that in order to help her clients efficiently that applied manual skills, nutrition considerations, a well informed movement and exercise program, and emotional and stress factors have to be addressed together. She works with other providers like acupuncturists and functional medicine practitioners to create an efficient healing road to recovery. She is passionate about helping demystify pelvic health problems and other common and complex physical ailments that are often related. She loves to help clients take control over their health, and excel to returning to their physical goals. Kalena is a Certified Visceral Techniques Practitioner, Certified Birth Healing Therapist , and a Certified Intergrative Health Practitioner.
Pelvic & Maternal Health Occupational Therapists (OT)
Medusa Pelvic Health and Wellbeing: At Medusa Pelvic Health and Wellbeing, we offer specialized occupational therapy designed to empower you through the prenatal and postpartum phases with a focus on whole-person care and practical application. We provide comprehensive pregnancy education and pelvic health guidance, preparing you for labor and supporting your transition through postpartum changes. Because we know both how transformative and how mundane motherhood can be, our approach is grounded in your daily life, addressing essential mothering tasks with tailored strategies that meet the physical, mental, and emotional demands of motherhood. Our functional and trauma-informed care ensures that your experiences are respected, and any adaptations, education, or applications are specific to you and integrated into your routines and identity. We are dedicated to helping you empower your motherhood with confidence, strength, and a profound connection to your pelvic health and your personal wellbeing.
Prenatal & Postpartum Chiropractic Care
Dr. Karen Genter, Chiropractic Physician specializes in the unique needs of prenatal care, postnatal care, infants and children. Chiropractic is a safe and effective way to allow for an easier, faster labor and delivery. Learn more about Karen here.
Prenatal & Postpartum Acupuncture
Dr. Yvonne Corcoran, DOM offers acupuncture during pregnancy for morning sickness, pain, and labor induction, and she offers acupuncture for postpartum health. She has a massage therapist trained in prenatal massage in her office as well. Learn more about Yvonne here.
Lactation Consultant
Alison Grady, IBCLC, RLC, has a wealth of knowledge and experience after breastfeeding six children. She offers prenatal education, and CPR in one on one or group settings, as well as private lactation consultations in Albuquerque, New Mexico and the surrounding areas. She can schedule appointments at your home. Learn more about Alison here.
Support Groups
Dar a Luz Birthing Center offers many support groups for breastfeeding, new mom support, parenting, and meetups for dads. See their website calendar.
Presbyterian Hospital offers breastfeeding support groups lead by lactation consultants. See the Presbyterian hospital listing of breastfeeding support groups here.
Mental Health Counseling
Wallin & Luna Counseling Associates offer mental health counseling and are highly experienced in the areas of Depression Counseling, Anxiety Therapy, Life transitions, Grief Counseling, and Couples Counseling. They specialize in therapy services related to reproductive health issues such as: Pregnancy Loss, Infant Loss, Stillbirth, Postpartum Depression, Postpartum Anxiety, and Infertility. Learn more about Wallin & Luna Counseling Associates here.