“To truly love we must learn to mix various ingredients — care, affection, recognition, respect, commitment, and trust, as well as honest and open communication.”
— Bell Hooks, All About Love: New Visions

Florence Almeda

A Birth, Postpartum & Abortion Doula

My name is Flo (she/her/hers) and I am a queer, Filipino American birth, postpartum & abortion doula that brings a meditative approach to the reproductive health space. I am currently a member of the NYC Doula Collective and the HOPE Doula Program.

As a descendent of a lineage of birthworkers in the Philippines, I am particularly passionate about serving BIPOC, Asian American, and queer clients. Outside of being a doula, I am a sound artist that believes in the power of music as medicine. In our sessions, we will holistically weave together sound, meditation, breathwork, and gentle somatic exercises to help tune into what feels most intuitive for your body.

With a background public health research, I am passionate about connecting my clients with evidence-based resources attuned to their cultures & identities. I lead with love in all that I do, and will honor your hopes for support with an open heart.

In my free time, I love listening to ambient music, dancing pole, and hanging out my partner & cat in our home in Bed-Stuy! If my practice feels aligned with your journey, feel free to book a time to chat here.

Trainings & Certifications

Usui Reiki Ryosho Training with the Audre Lorde Project & NYC POC Healing Circle (in progress)
Comforting Touch for Doulas with Yiskia Obadia
Full-Spectrum Doula Training with Ancient Song Doula Services
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED with American Red Cross
Adult Mental Health First Aid with the National Council for Mental Wellbeing

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Flo is a queer, Filipino American birth, postpartum & abortion, and abortion to individuals & families in the NYC metro area.