Doula Services in the Eastern Los Angeles and Riverside Area
When I was called to the birth world it was through a dear friend who I know was placed in my path to guide me to help others. I did not have the same support during my own three pregnancies and three miscarriages. She shared with me the valuable information about birth doulas. I never knew that this experience could feel safe and without fear, having a guide by your side. Someone to believe in you, your body and your choices. When I am chosen to support you it is with all my heart.
Our Philosophy
We hold the perspective that childbirth is a natural event and holds significance. The manner in which your child is brought into the world holds importance, not only for you but also for your infant. We advocate for individuals giving birth and infants to receive care grounded in well-founded research. On occasion, interventions become necessary, and in such cases, we emphasize the birthing individual's entitlement to make informed decisions. We affirm the right of individuals with good health, delivering healthy babies, to choose their preferred birthing approach. Ultimately, you are deserving of considerate support, a Birth to Latch doula, and a serene, affectionate birthing encounter.
What is a doula?
A doula is a trained professional who can provide continuous physical, emotional and informational support before and during labor. Doulas have been proven to lower the need for an epidural and use of pitocin. A doulas role is to help you achieve the best most memorable and positive birth experience you can have. Your relationship with your doula starts months before your baby’s arrival navigating your strengths and fears. Think of a doula as a trained guide to help you along the way.
What does a doula do during your labor?
During labor, a doula offers emotional reassurance, maintaining a calming presence. They employ massage, movement guidance, and relaxation techniques to alleviate discomfort and anxiety. Through meditation and breathing exercises, doulas aid focus and relaxation. They provide evidence-based information, enabling informed decisions. Advocating for preferences, they bridge communication between the birthing person and medical team. Doulas also coach birthing partners on effective support. A doula's role encompasses emotional and physical aid, education, advocacy, and partner guidance to enhance the childbirth experience.
Birth Support Packages
$2000
This package offers everything you need for strong, steady support without extra frills. Perfect for those who’ve given birth before or who already feel aligned with their care team but want a doula to hold space, offer comfort, and walk alongside them through labor and beyond.
Birth support includes:
1 prenatal visit (2 hours virtual or in person),
Continuous labor support, and
One postpartum visit (1-2 hours) within the first two weeks after birth.
Prenatal visits will cover aspects of how you envision your birth, resources for completing your birth plan. Linkage to digital library of resources, and on call support.
$2400
This option adds more preparation and connection time leading up to labor. We’ll not only cover the logistics, but dive into hands on comfort techniques, advocacy tools, and help your partner feel ready to support you.
This package offers:
2 prenatal visits (2 hours virtual or in person),
Continuous labor support, and
One postpartum visit (1-2 hours) within the first two weeks after birth.
Prenatal visits will cover all aspects of your birth preferences along with linkage to a digital library of resources that we will review together. Your partner will gain confidence in his/her role in supporting you on your big day. This is an excellent option for families who want to feel fully prepared before their baby’s arrival and reassurance afterward.
$2800
This plan allows us to form a deeper connection, build out a full support system, and ensure you’re resourced for birth and the early days postpartum. Perfect for those wanting to include explore birth mindset, and ease the transition home with baby postpartum.
This package includes:
3 prenatal contacts to prepare for your baby's arrival,
Continuous labor support, and
2 postpartum home visits (3 hours each)
Prenatal visits will include all the same as previous packages but will include exercises to do in pregnancy, nutrition overview, and baby registry review/nursery review.
$4500
This is the most immersive and connected way to work together. It offers space to unpack your questions, fears, and goals for both birth and postpartum. You’ll receive extended postpartum care, plus lactation support—all rooted in warm, personalized, and grounded care.
This package includes:
4 prenatal contacts to prepare for your baby's arrival,
2-day childbirth education class, and
30 hours of postpartum doula support.
This comprehensive option is perfect for families who want to feel fully prepared before their baby’s arrival and benefit from expert breastfeeding, sleep support, and reassurance during the postpartum period. Prenatal visits will include all the same as previous packages listed.
Postpartum Support Offerings
NO baby shower gift or gadget can help you with breastfeeding, baby care, or the laundry like a postpartum doula can.
Hire the help. You won’t regret it.
15 Hrs/$900 = (3 visits in same week 5hrs each visit)- Ideal for parents seeking support the first week home. Additional hours may be added on as needed based on doulas availability. Breast and bottle feeding support. Baby care (diapering, bathing). Learning baby’s cues Light housekeeping Postpartum healing, herbal bath, self care.
30Hrs/$1,800 = (5 visits over 2 weeks 5hr each visit)- Ideal for budget-conscious parents, experienced parents, and families with challenging breastfeeding experiences. Feeding support for baby and mom. Baby care and additional education in infant massage. Getting out of the house. Baby wearing support. Light housekeeping, meal preparation, postpartum healing, sleep support and self care.
60 hrs/$3,600 (3 times a week over 4 weeks 5hr each visit) Ideal for new parents, breastfeeding parents, those susceptible to postpartum anxiety/depression, single parents or partners with limited work leave, parents of multiples, and individuals seeking extended assistance or additional support. Will include all of above. Infant development education. Baby care and feeding support. Sleep support for mom.
*Additional hours available. Please book an interview to discuss.
What to expect with daytime doula support
Maternal Nutrition and Support
Support with Getting Daytime Naps
Herbal Baths and Belly Binding Support (if requested)
Breastfeeding Support and Lactation Troubleshooting
Education in the areas of Newborn Care, Infant Safety, Newborn Soothing Techniques and Infant Massage.
Feeding, Burping and Nurturing Baby
Bathing, Dressing and Grooming Baby
Tending to Baby Laundry, as well as Washing, Sterilizing and Preparing Bottles and Breast Pump Accessories
Restocking Nursery and Maintaining Necessary Supplies, and Emptying Diaper Receptacles
Running Errands (such as the pharmacy, grocery, shipping items, returning items, etc.)
Accompanying parents to Pediatric Appointments, if requested
Thank you for considering me to be a part of your birth and postpartum story. I am here to support you!
If there is anything you do not see within a package that you feel you would like as part of your experience, please feel free to bring it to my attention.
I require a 50% deposit at contract signing in order to reserve my availability for you. Any remaining balances are due on or before 37 weeks gestation. Payments can be made via cash, apple pay, check, or card. Unless using Carrot insurance and balance in full is due upon signing contract and approval by your insurance.
Payment plans are available.
Insurance Coverage
We are proud to support families using a variety of insurance options and offer services within their guidelines:
Carrot Fertility Members:
Services are reimbursable after full payment is made. We’ll provide a detailed invoice for your claim submission.In-Network with Kaiser and Health Net, Private and Medi-cal (HMO Plans):
If you are covered under one of these plans, doula services are provided according to your insurance model of care. This includes virtual visits, labor and birth support, and postpartum care as outlined by your benefits.Out-of-Network PPO Plans:
We’re happy to provide a comprehensive superbill after services are completed so you can request reimbursement directly from your insurance provider.
Have questions about your coverage or need help understanding your benefits? Reach out — we’re here to support you every step of the way.