The Nesting Place offers birth doula support, postpartum doula care, overnight newborn care, lactation consulting, prenatal and postpartum massage, and childbirth and newborn education for families in Ridgewood and throughout Northern New Jersey and the surrounding areas.
Our experienced team supports parents across Bergen County and surrounding communities with calm, professional, and evidence-based care tailored to each family’s needs.
Our Services
Birth Doula Support
Postpartum Doula Care (Daytime & Overnight)
Newborn Care Feeding Support (breastfeeding, bottle feeding, pumping)
Newborn Care & Education
C-section Recovery Support
Emotional Support for New Parents
Light Household & Newborn-Related Assistance
Where We Serve
North Jersey – Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Passaic, Morris
Central Jersey – Union, Middlesex, Somerset, Monmouth
South Jersey – Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, Atlantic,
New York State – Lower Hudson Valley and surrounding regions
Alison Herman
Founder and CEO
Meet the Founder
Alison Herman, LCSW, has spent more than 20 years supporting families through her work as a therapist and perinatal professional, helping parents feel confident during pregnancy, birth, and the early weeks at home with their baby. Known for her calm, kind, and steady approach, Alison has shaped The Nesting Place into a trusted and nurturing resource for new parents.
Barbara Hayer
Managing Director
Meet Barb
Barb helps keep everything running smoothly at The Nesting Place. Families love her calm, friendly nature and the care she takes in coordinating support with warmth and attention. She is often the first reassuring voice parents hear, guiding them through what they need and making sure they feel supported every step of the way.
The Nesting Place offers birth doula support, postpartum doula care, overnight newborn care, lactation consulting, prenatal and postpartum massage, and childbirth and newborn education for families in Ridgewood and throughout Northern New Jersey and the surrounding areas.
Our experienced team supports parents across Bergen County and surrounding communities with calm, professional, and evidence-based care tailored to each family’s needs.
Contact The Nesting Place
Questions about our postpartum or birth support services?
Call, text, or send us a message below.
📞 201-623-3629
📧 info@thenestingplacenj.com
🌐 Serving New Jersey & the Lower Hudson Valley
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