Doula with joy by Demi-Joy Carr

Birth & Postpartum Doula Services | Gentle Sleep Consulting | Proudly Serving NYC
In Person and Virtual Appointments Available 

Doula with Joy

Welcome to Doula with Joy, where I'm dedicated to nurturing your journey through parenthood with compassion and expertise. My mission is to empower you through every step of your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum period. Drawing from both my professional, evidence-based expertise and personal experiences, I'm committed to providing unwavering support before, during, and after birth. Together, let's create a joyful and empowering experience as you welcome new life into the world.


Let’s Bring Joy into the World Together.

Welcome Families!

My Specialities

Birth Doula
Postpartum doula
Gentle sleep consultation

“Giving birth should be your greatest achievement, not your greatest fear.”

— Jane Weidman

Meet Demi...

I'm Demi-Joy Carr, proudly hailing from the vibrant streets of New York City. Before fully embracing the doula path, I spent a decade as a devoted nanny, specializing in the tender care of infants and babies. My approach emphasized gentleness and empathy, setting the stage for my passion to guide new parents through the profound phases of birth and postpartum.

It was the arrival of my own child in December 2019 that ignited a deep commitment to doula work. This personal experience fueled my determination to provide comprehensive support as a birth and postpartum doula, offering lactation guidance and leading support groups for new parents.

I continued to follow that inspiration and took on a variety of training including birth doula certification from Birthday Presence, postpartum doula expertise from Carriage House Birth, and a transformative year-long mentorship with Manhattan Birth.

My ultimate goal is to empower parents in crafting their ideal birth and postpartum journey, whatever that may entail. With unwavering dedication, I'm here to support you on your unique path, ensuring you achieve the dream birth and nurturing postpartum period you envision.

Demi-Joy Selzer

Let’s Bring Joy into the World Together.

my qualifications

Manhattan birth doula mentorship
DONA international birth doula
Manhattan Birth lactation training

Manhattan Birth Mentorship
12 month doula mentorship program led through Manhattan Birth.

Birdsong postpartum doula

DONA Birth Doula Training
Facilitated by Debra Pascali-Bonaro and led through Birthday Presence

Lactation for Doulas
Facilitated by Tanya Wills and led through Manhattan Birth

Postpartum Doula Training
Facilitated by Birdsong Brooklyn and led through Carriage House Birth

MY VALUES

Doula Values

I entered this work with a heart steeped in patience. I hope to embody the essence of tranquility and understanding while working with you. Having spent a decade as a devoted nanny, specializing in the tender care of infants and babies, I approach birth and postpartum support with a deep reservoir of patience. My calm and composed presence allows you to confidently navigate the joys and challenges of the birthing experience. My commitment to walk alongside parents, providing gentle guidance and unwavering patience, ensures that every step of the birthing journey is met with the serenity required for a positive and empowering experience.

Doula values

Drawing from a decade of nurturing infants and babies as a devoted nanny, my foundation is rooted in the principles of stability and presence. I like to think I have an empathetic and gentle demeanor, honed through years of childcare, that serves as a grounding force during the transformative phases of birth and postpartum. My unwavering commitment to providing a solid emotional foundation ensures that parents feel supported, secure, and anchored as they navigate the beautiful journey of welcoming new life.

Doula Values

I hope to bring warmth and empathy to the forefront of my birth support. Inspired by my own transformative experience, my deep commitment to doula work is fueled by a passion for comprehensive support. Specializing in gentle care, I infuse my doula practice with genuine compassion. Whether offering lactation guidance or leading support groups for new parents, I approach each interaction with heartfelt understanding. My ultimate goal is to empower parents in crafting their unique birth and postpartum journey, and my compassionate nature ensures that this support is delivered with empathy, kindness, and a genuine commitment to the well-being of the growing family.

What My Clients Say…

  • Lili & Ian

    “Demi was supportive, thoughtful and listened to us so she could help execute what we wanted. She never pushed an agenda or tried to influence our decisions. We never thought about a doula until we met Demi and now we recommend her to all our friends and plan to use her again in the future.”

  • Ilyssa & Ben

    “The second we started working with Demi, she took a personalized, hands-on approach. She educated us about what to expect and catered towards both my needs and my husband’s to ensure we both felt prepared.”

  • Sharon

    “Her wisdom and support guided me through my early journey into motherhood. From developing my birth plan to planning my registry to helping me give my daughter her first bath, Demi was there. I can't imagine surviving the newborn days without her.”

  • Katie & Vaibhav

    “Demi was an absolute essential part of my pregnancy and birth.Demi was kind, professional, supportive, and extremely knowledgeable. My goal was to have an unmedicated, low intervention hospital birth and Demi helped make that dream a reality.”

Let’s Bring Joy into the World Together.