Connecting Rochester’s Families & Perinatal Providers

Whether you’re growing a family or growing a practice, Kindred Connection helps you find your place.

We connect parents with trusted perinatal support—and the professionals who care for them.

Need Local Support? Find a Qualified Provider

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For Families & Parents

Find mental health providers, doulas, lactation consultants, wellness practitioners, and more—all local and trusted.

Browse the Directory

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For Perinatal Professionals

Join a like-minded community of perinatal professionals. Gain visibility, resources, and connection to grow your practice.

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Offering a Collaborative Network of Perinatal Specialists

Kindred Connection specialists working towards the same goal: To support the perinatal community at every stage. The perinatal community includes women, birthing persons, and non-birthing partners from family planning through the postpartum stages. Our vision is to hold a safe space for women, birthing persons and non-birthing partners. We are here to help build your village of support through referral connections to professional perinatal services such as mental health and wellness, physical health, birthing education, and basic needs.

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Joan's Closet Supports Expectant and New Parents

Joan’s Closet is a community-driven initiative within Kindred Connection, created to support expectant and new parents by providing maternity, postpartum, and baby clothing at no cost. We understand that pregnancy and early parenthood bring both joy and unexpected challenges, and we believe that no one should have to worry about having the essentials they need during this time.

Through donations from generous community members, we offer gently used and new clothing for pregnant and postpartum individuals, as well as baby clothing from preemie sizes through 24 months. Whether it’s a comfortable outfit for pregnancy, nursing-friendly apparel, or tiny onesies for a newborn, Joan’s Closet is here to help.

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Check Out This Video & Article from Spectrum News 1

“A friend of mine experienced postpartum psychosis,” Kindred Connection co-founder Jenna Hine said. “My friend got the support she needed. We were like, 'you know what? Let's sort of make this come to fruition. And wouldn't it be nice if you could go to one space and find all of the services that are available to the community?'”

The goal was to create a one-stop shop for all needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Kindred Connection, LLC is a collaborative network of perinatal professionals including mental health, wellness, education, etc. Kindred Connection,LLC does not provide or review professional services. We hope to reduce your search and connect you with the professionals that will best meet your needs.

What is Kindred Connection?
Kindred Connection, LLC is a collaborative network of trusted perinatal professionals in the Rochester area. We bring together providers from a variety of disciplines—mental health, wellness, education, birth work, and more—to support families through every stage of the parenting journey.
What kinds of services are included?
While we include many licensed mental health professionals, Kindred Connection is a community of diverse providers. You'll also find doulas, lactation consultants, pelvic floor therapists, bodyworkers, educators, yoga instructors, and others who specialize in perinatal support.
Is Kindred Connection a clinic or group practice?
No. Kindred Connection is not a clinic or group practice. We serve as a trusted directory—helping you find the providers who best meet your needs. Each professional manages their own practice and services.
How much do services cost?
Each provider listed with Kindred Connection sets their own rates and policies. We recommend visiting their individual websites or reaching out directly to learn more about pricing, insurance, and payment options.
Can I trust the professionals listed here?
All professionals listed with Kindred Connection are independently licensed or certified in their fields and share our commitment to Inclusivity, Education, Advocacy, and Informed Choice.
Is Kindred Connection free to use?
Yes! There is no cost to browse our directory or connect with providers. Kindred Connection is a free resource for families seeking perinatal support.
I’m overwhelmed and don’t know what I need.
You’re not alone—and that’s exactly why Kindred Connection exists. We recommend starting by browsing the directory by category (mental health, doula support, etc.) or reaching out to one provider you feel drawn to. Many of our professionals can help guide you to additional support if needed.
I’m a provider—how do I join Kindred Connection?
If you're a perinatal professional interested in joining our network, we’d love to connect! Learn more about becoming an affiliate [here] or reach out through email or social media.