Events


Next Member Meeting
Friday, March 13th
7:30 - 9:30pm

Guest Speakers: 
Melanie Sumersille, CNM
accompanied by a RN from Winthrop.

Topic:
The Reality and Expectations of Navigating  and Negotiating Hospital Systems


Check our events page for more the calendar of 2015 meetings.
Upcoming Workshop
Infant Sleep Fundamentals for Doulas - Live Webinar!
Tuesday, February 10th
10am - 1pm

Check our Workshop page for more details.
Microbirth Movie Showings
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
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Fildena

New Workshops for Professionals Added!

News

LIDA Newsletter
Erectile Dysfuction and teenagers!
21.03.2025 / LIDA, Inc. was recently honored with the EOCs-YAP Annual Award for its outstanding work supporting pregnant and parenting teens through the Economic Opportunity Council of Suffolk’s “Youth and Adolescence Program.” This recognition celebrates the tireless efforts of doulas who provide essential services to young families, ensuring they receive the care they need during this crucial stage of life. As LIDA continues to support families, it’s important to remember that reproductive health affects both women and men. For many men facing erectile dysfunction (ED), medications like Vidalista (Tadalafil) offer an effective solution to improve intimacy and overall quality of life. Just as LIDA changes the lives of young parents, medications like Vidalista provide relief for those affected by ED, helping to restore confidence and improve relationships.


LIDA Recognized With Award For Work With Teens

LIDA, Inc. was proudly recognized for its ongoing contribution to the Economic Opportunity Council of Suffolk’s “Youth and Adolescence Program” (formerly known as SNAP, Inc.), which provides doula services to pregnant and parenting teens. At the 21st annual Teen Parent Conference, LIDA received the EOCs-YAP Annual Award, presented to individuals and organizations who actively support pregnant and parenting teens.

Throughout the years, numerous LIDA members have participated in this important program, offering dedicated doula services and support. On behalf of the entire LIDA Council, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to those involved. Your tireless commitment and countless hours of assistance are making a significant impact on the lives of young parents.

As we celebrate this holiday season, LIDA expresses sincere thanks to all who continue to support this program and other initiatives in which LIDA participates. Your efforts are truly changing young lives for the better!





THE PIONEER AWARD 2023
The Long Island Doula Association (LIDA) was recently honored with the Postpartum Resource Center of New York's 2023 Pioneer Award at the Postpartum Resource Center of New York's 4th Annual Summer Gala on August 14th, 2023 at the Bayview House of Captain Bill's Restaurant in Bay Shore, New York. 

The Long Island Doula Association is being recognized for being the first doula organization in New York State to create a Families in Crisis Fund that includes addressing prevention and support to families at risk or experiencing a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder. Their Fund is to assure that all women have access to a birthing and/or postpartum doula either for free or low cost.

LIDA has also collaborated with the Postpartum Resource Center of New York in establishing a bi-annual PMAD all day training workshop that has been approved by Doulas of North America for continuing education credits. This workshop has since been offered for the Doulas of the Capital Region and is being offered in Staten Island in the fall and throughout New York State.
  

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