Birth Day Presence. Modern, practical childbirth education and doula services. One of the longest-running independent childbirth education, doula, and lactation referral centers in NYC, Birth Day Presence hand-selects the best ideas and techniques from a range of childbirth traditions to provide NYC’s expectant and new parents with modern, practical education and support, helping to reduce the fear and anxiety around childbirth, while increasing the joy and pleasure of confidently becoming parents. In operation since 2002, BDP offers childbirth classes and more at locations in Park Slope, Midtown East, and Williamsburg/Greenpoint; private in-home appointments are also available. Learn more: birthdaypresence.com