Doula and Newborn Care for New York Families
Sleepy Eyes Baby World offers doula and newborn care for families in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, New Jersey, Connecticut and Upstate New York. Founder Marcelline David supports you from fertility and birth until the first weeks home.
Certified postpartum doula, labor and birth doula, lactation support counselor, fertility advocate, pregnancy and infant loss advocate, and newborn care specialist.
Doula and newborn care services
Because every family is different, we offer six kinds of support. So you can use one service or mix them. Each service is certified and personal, and you always deal directly with Marcelline.
If you are not sure where to start, compare all of our services or simply send us a message.
Meet Marcelline David, our founder
Marcelline David is the founder of Sleepy Eyes Baby World. She grew up in Trinidad and Tobago, the land of steelpan and calypso, and now calls Brooklyn home. Before she became a newborn care specialist, she spent fourteen years in social work.
Because of that background, she listens first. Then she helps you build a plan that fits your home. In addition, she has six years of experience caring for twins and other multiples.
Her goal is simple: she wants every baby to feel safe, while every parent feels confident. Read Marcelline’s story.
How it works in three easy steps
- Reach out. When you are ready, call 347-356-4691, use the chat or fill in the form. Also, tell us your due date or your baby’s age.
- Talk it through. Then we talk about your needs, your home and your schedule. Then we suggest the right mix of support.
- Rest easier. Finally, care begins, so you get a calm helper who shows up for you and your baby.
Where we offer doula and newborn care
We are based in Brooklyn, New York. From there, we also travel to families across New York City and nearby states. Pick your area below to learn more. If you live just outside these areas, please ask anyway.
Why families choose Sleepy Eyes Baby World
- One trusted person. You work with Marcelline from the first call, so you never repeat your story.
- Support from start to finish. Since she holds six certifications, one caregiver can help with fertility, birth, feeding and newborn care.
- Experience with multiples. She has also cared for twins and multiples for six years.
- A social work heart. In addition, fourteen years in social work taught her to listen without judgment.
- Care for hard days, too. As a pregnancy and infant loss advocate, she also walks with families through grief.
For trusted health information, we often point parents to HealthyChildren.org from the American Academy of Pediatrics and Postpartum Support International.
Doula and newborn care questions
What is the difference between a doula and a newborn care specialist?
A doula supports the parents with comfort, information and practical help during pregnancy, birth and recovery. A newborn care specialist focuses on the baby, for example feeding, sleep routines and daily care. Marcelline is trained in both, so she can help the whole family.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan and the rest of New York City. We also travel to New Jersey, Connecticut and Upstate New York, so please share your town when you reach out.
Do you offer overnight newborn care?
Yes. Overnight help is part of our support, so you can sleep while your baby is fed, changed and settled. Because availability depends on the dates, please ask early.
Can you help with twins or multiples?
Yes. Marcelline has six years of experience caring for twins and other multiples, so she can help you set up routines for more than one baby.
How much do your services cost?
Rates depend on the service, the number of hours and your location. So call 347-356-4691 or send a message, and then we will share a clear quote.
How do I book a consultation?
You can call 347-356-4691, use the chat or fill in the booking form. After that, we will reply to set up a time to talk.
Ready for calmer days and sleepier nights?
Tell us about your family, and then we will reply soon to plan your care.