Hi, I’m Elena, a postpartum doula on the Boston Area Doulas team. I have 10 years of experience working with young children as an infant/toddler/preschool teacher and as a nanny. I am a mother of four children myself, so I’m very much familiar with what it takes to care for, and manage the needs of a baby/infant to the highest degree.  I have a true understanding on how difficult it can be for parents postpartum.  I have a natural drive to help others. My focus as a doula is to provide emotional and physical support, focus on postpartum recovery, lactation and feeding support and promote self care. I love to help families create a smooth transition into parenthood.

When I’m not doula-ing, I love spending time with family and doing fun outdoor activities.

Elena’s advice to expecting or new parents:   Be patient, there is no instructional manual for raising a child. Take time to care for yourself  and your partner. Don't be afraid to ask for help.

Childhood aspirations:  Fashion Designer or Event Planner 

Check out what one of Elena’s families said about her:

“Elena is amazing. I trusted her so much. As a new mom, it was important to have support from someone I trusted to teach me things. When she worked with my son, I could hear them laughing often. She truly enjoyed him and lit up around him.”- C