postpartum support in New Orleans

Welcome to DUENOLA!

We’re so glad you’re here.

DUENOLA (Doulas United in Equity New Orleans Louisiana) is a Black-led, community-rooted project of Lachiwana, supporting birthing parents and families in Greater New Orleans. We offer perinatal and postpartum care, doula support, essential supplies, and community-based programming—centered on equity, healing, and joy.

Whether you're here to find care, get involved, or support the mission, you're in the right place. We're walking with families every step of the way.

Questions? Reach us at outreach@duenola.org

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DUENOLA’s future home base, where birth justice, healing, and community care will come to life.
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Our Services

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    Community Resource Directory

    Coming soon: A searchable directory of local partners offering healthcare, legal aid, housing support, and more.

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    Support Options

    We provide case-managed referrals and direct services tailored to your needs - including lactation, birth planning, postpartum check-ins, and more.

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    TLS/PPS/LAC Support

    Specialized care and community for: -TLS (Teen, Low-income, or Single Parents), -PPS (Postpartum Support Groups), -LAC (Lactation Access Coalition services)