MIDWIVES- DOULAS- CHILDBIRTH EDUCATORS- POSTPARTUM DOULAS- BREASTFEEDING ASSISTANCE

DOULAS
Name/Email	Certifications	Contact Info	Location of practice	Profile
Katie Hartsell Beautiful Births Doula Services	working towards DONA certification	Phone: 661-664-0824	Bakersfield
Becky Pedersen Beautiful Births Doula Services	working towards DONA certification	Phone: 661-589-5113	Bakersfield
Cyndi	CD(DONA)	Phone: 9l6-454-l774	Sacramento and surrounding cities such as Roseville, Folsom, and Davis	I have been working as a doula since l986 and offer birth doula services. I have attended over 200 births as a doula and want to help the birth be a cherished memory. I work with birth balls, giving one to every family I work with. Please check out my webiste for more information on my services.
Stacey Goetz	CCE, CD (DONA), CLC	Phone: 1-877-EZ-BIRTH Pager: 530-540-5931 Website	Serving Chico, Paradise, Oroville, Yuba City/Marysville, Sacramento, and all surrounding areas	I've been attending births since 1994 after the birth of my first child. I have helped women and couples with a wide range of experiences. I offer services supporting women/couples throughout their pregnancy and beyond. These services are, childbirth preparation classes (group or private), birth doula services, and lactation counseling services. Please see my website for more info or email me for a free information packet.
Kellie Fuller	Certified via DONA-approved course	Phone: 707-258-9356 Other:	Napa, Yountville, St. Helena, American Canyon, Vallejo, Benicia	I am the mother of two young children and aspire to be a midwife someday. I believe that birth is sacred and should be gentle, and I greatly enjoy mothering the mother during this momentous occasion. I feel that I am meeting a need that, in recent years, has often been forgotten - that of continously supporting the laboring mother emotionally and with comfort measures. I also take great pleasure in working with couples and in suggesting comfort measures for them together.
Quincy J. Bates	CD(DONA)	Phone: 760-363-1906 Other:	Coachella Valley:Palm Springs/Rancho Mirage/Indio Area	I am a mother of 4, plus another due in Feb. 01. I have been certified with DONA for almost 4 years and I am currently working on my re-certification. I am a Birth & Postpartum doula, and I also assist with breastfeeding. Please contact me if you are in the Coachella Valley area, It would be an honor to assist you, in one of the most miraculous times of your life, bringing your baby into the world!
Valeri Webber Gentle Beginnings	CD(DONA), EMT, LLLL	Phone: 707-745-5943 Website	Solano, Napa, Contra Costa and Marin Counties	Gentle Beginnings portable waterbirth spa rental and doula services. I am a DONA Certified doula providing compassionate, personalized labor support in home, hospital and birth center settings, since 1985. I have special interest and experience with both waterbirth and breastfeeding management, education and support. As a doula and a mother of 5 homeborn children, I realize that the birth of a baby is one of the most important, memorable events in life. It is my goal to serve the expectant family during pregnancy, labor and birth in a way that facilitates a joyful, gentle welcome for the baby and a satisfying experience for the parents. I respect, honor and support the wishes of the birthing mother at all times.
Sabrina Weightman	certified through Birth and Bonding Intl.	Phone: 209-830-8233 Website	Tracy california, as well as local surrounding areas Livermore,Pleasanton,Lodi,French Camp,Stockton, etc	I am mommy of Alyson(3)Step mommy to Justin(4 1/2) and trying for more...
DASC (Doulas Association of Southern California)	group organization	Phone: 1-877-4-A-DOULA Website	greater Los Angeles area, including Ventura, Riverside, San Bernardino and Orange Counties	DASC (Doulas Association of Southern California) has been serving the greater Los Angeles area, including Ventura, Riverside, San Bernardino and Orange Counties, since 1996. DASC has a free referral service for birth and postpartum doulas through their website at www.dascdoulas.org or by calling 1-877-4-A-DOULA.
Auburn Birth Works	Certified Labor Assistant (alace), Birth Works Educator	Phone: 530-887-0806 website>Website	Placer, Nevada, Sacramento & Yolo Counties	Birth Works\xae Childbirth Education Classes Mothers Circle Prenatal Discussion Group Waterbirth/Labor Pool Rental Pregnancy & Birth Photography VBAC Support Auburn Birth Works strives to help women to develop self-confidence, trust and faith in their innate ability to give birth.
Jeanette S. Faull BABIES FIRST Childbirth Services		Phone: 209-467-4040 Website	from Galt to Modesto and Tracy	I am currently working on my DONA certification.
Kristina Wingeier Rites of Passage Holistic Doula Services	currently working on DONA certification	Phone: 510-448-6685	SF Bay Area	I began studying pregnancy, birth and midwifery after my own homebirth in 1995. I provide sensitive, nurturing care in home, hospital and birth center settings. My services are tailored to your unique needs. I view birth as a profound & powerful rite of passage--of body, mind and spirit. My goal is to assist you in giving birth in the way which facilitates your empowerment, healing and transformation. Comfortable working with both traditional and non-traditional families.
Silka MacFaden With Doula	CD(DONA)		San Diego	I was born and raised in West Germany where I learned physical therapy. I came to the US 15 years ago and got married. My three children were born in the care of a midwife.I love my work as a doula, provide unlimited prenatal visits, continious support during labor,also provide massage service and professional postpartum care. I speak English and German.
Diana Peterson Baby Birth Time	I.C.E.A. Childbirth Educator, I am in the certification process for CD with Dona I have 2 more births to attend until I'm done	Phone: 818-352-1513 Cellular: 818-693-1513	San Fernando Valley, Santa Clarita Valley	Offer private and hospital Childbirth Education Classes. Specialize in a one-day intensive class.
Lisa Tivis Labor Of Love	CPD (Cappa)	Phone: 916-344-8513 Fax: 916-344-8513 Cellular: 916-310-0177 Website	Sacramento, Ca Roseville, Auburn	Birth is such a personal sacred experience. I use guided imagery, massage, aromatherapy and birth balls to enhance your birth experience. My doula services include 2 pre-natal visits, the entire labor and 1 post-partum visit. I also offer belly-casting, visionary pregnancy photography and Family portraiture. My websie has my portfolio. Thankyou!
Leah Elliott A Womans Way Doula Service	CD(DONA), CLE (Certified Lactation Educator)	Phone: 661-834-0465 Website	Bakersfield	Local breastfeeding support groups available. Breastfeeding comfort line. Birth and post partum doula services
Amanda Smith	Certified doula	Phone: 916-729-5123 Cellular: 916-806-BABY	All of the Sacramento including Auburn and Roseville	I am a birth doula currently working towards my DONA certification. I offer 2 pre-natal visits, one postpartum visit and 24 hour on call support.I would love to support you and your family during this most important time in your life! Please call or email for a brochure.
Julaine Dugan	Certified doula	Phone: 925-756-2943 Cellular: 925-890-8081	East Bay area	specialize in massage, and comfort measures
Tamara De Angelis GENESIS Doula Service	C.D. (DONA)	Phone: 818.502.3998 Website	Greater Los Angeles and surrounding areas	GENESIS is dedicated to birthing through knowledge, planning and support. Supporting families in the greater Los Angeles and surrounding areas since 1998.
Cyndi Whitwell Cyndi's Doula Service	CD(ACBE), CD(DONA)	Phone: 916/454-1774 Website	Sacramento, CA including outlying areas such as Folsom, Roseville and Davis.	I have worked as a doula since l986 and have assisted over 300 families in their births. I try to provide a calmness to labor with ideas on positions and comfort measures. I provide a birth ball to each family.
Carolyn Wolfberg A LABOR OF LOVE & BEYOND	CD(DONA) CPD(NAPCS)	Phone: 310-440-2944 Fax: 310-476-0881 Cellular: 310-994-3692 Pager: 310-994-3692 Website	All of So.Ca. Have traveled where & whenever needed. (even Hawaii)	Member of CAPPA,DASC,& CEAOC Teen Pregnancy Volunteer, ST. ANNE'S Home(for unwed teens) Volunteer, Cedars-Sinai Hos. LA. nursery, 7yrs.
Holly Wiersma Loving Hands Doula Services		Website
Kendell A. Silveira Mindful Birth and Silveira Photography	CD (DONA), CBE, mom	Phone: 831.566.7770 Website	Santa Cruz / Monterey / Coastal California	My services include Birth Doula, Child Birth Education,New Baby Care classes, Pregnancy- Birth- Newborn_and ChildrenPhotography. I look forward to working with you in your preparationfor birth and into parenthood!
Terie McEntee Soothing Doula Services	Certifying Doula, DONA	Phone: 916-729-4092 Cellular: 916-802-5188 Website	Sacramento and Foothill Areas	Thank you for viewing my listing. I am a certifying Doula With DONA. I provide emotional & physical support to women making choices in their childbirth experience.
Diane Eckert, CMT Pampering by Diane	Certified in Swedish, Prenatal and Child/Infant Massage, Birth Doula, Spa Therapy	Phone: 661-703-2336 Fax: 661-664-0987 Cellular: 661-703-2336 Website	Bakersfield, Kern County	After working in various medical occupations since 1980, I decided to change to a more one-on-one healing career. Certified/Licensed Massage Therapist, additional training includes Prenatal Massage/Doula, Child/Infant Massage, Massage for Fibromyalgia, Certified in Spa Therapy.
Leslie Walsh All Birthing Care Doula Services	DONA Trained, Member of CAPPA	Phone: 831-818-4512 Other:		DONA trained Mothering the Mother work shop, Member of CAPPA, and CPR and Standard First Aid Trained.
Jodie Howerton Dream Deliveries	CPSS (Birth Wisdom)	Phone: (949)766-0986 Cellular: (949)842-4002 Website	Orange County, CA and surrounding areas	I am trained as a Certified Perinatal Support Specialist/doula by Birth Wisddom. My unique approach involves mentoring thechildbearing family through emotional and educational support. Myservices span the entire childbearing year - during pregnancy,childbirth, breastfeeding and through the transition into parenting. Ihave worked/ interned extensively with midwives and truly believe thathiring professional labor support enhances the birthing experience forthe entire family!
Tamara De Angelis Genesis Doula Service	CD (DONA), CMT	Phone: 877-I-DOULA-U Website	Greater Los Angeles and surrounding areas.	Genesis is dedicated to birthing through knowledge,planning and support.
Christi Couron BirthYouWant.com	CPSS(Birth Wisdom),Doula	Phone: 949-858-9529 Fax: 949-858-9529 Pager: 949-657-1205 Website	Serving families throughout Orange County	I am dedicated to "Helping you have the birth experienceYou want!" Your goals are my goals. I provide pregnancy,labor/delivery, breastfeeding, and postpartum support. Whether youwant a natural birth or an epidural birth, doctor or midwife care,having your first baby or your fifth, I want to help you have thebirth experience you've always wanted.
Shaana Keller Celebrations Doula Services	working on CD(DONA)	Phone: (707) 558-9271	San Francisco Bay Area, East Bay Area and Napa	I am a newly trained doula who is very excited to be ableto help welcome new life into the world!
Kelli Hammonds Kelli's Little Miracles...	Working on DONA certification	Phone: 562-602-2565 Cellular: 562-818-7874	LA County, Orange County and surrounding areas	I am currently a member of DONA working toward certification. I have experienced birth myself having a beautiful daughter. I have also helped another couple start their family by being their surrogate mom and I delivered their son in Feb. 2003. I have a great back up and would like to assist you through your labor and birth. Please call for a phone consult.
Stephanie Lee Ricards A Doula At Heart	CD (DONA) pending	Phone: (916) 458-6058 Website Other:	Folsom, CA (east of Sacramento)	I am currently offering my services on a sliding scale towomen in the Folsom, CA area who want to enjoy the comfort and peace of mind of a Birth Doula's presence during labor and delivery of her baby. (Value of services starting at $300.00)
Tracy Dillen Birth Harmony		Phone: 415.205.1357 Cellular: 415.205.1357 Website	San Francisco Bay Area	I am a Labor Doula providing full labor support services,including at least 3 prenatal visits, 24-hour on-call availability,continuous labor support, and one post-partum visit.
Rochelle McLean Babies in Bloom	CCE, CLE, CD	Phone: 760-433-BABY (2229) Cellular: 760-213-9276 Website	San Diego County	Services provided: *Labor Doula *Private childbirthpreparation classes *Lactation education and support *Newborn massageinstruction *Breast pumps and rentals. As a military spouse, Iam especially in tune with the needs of military families. If you haveany questions about my services, please contact me for a freeinformation packet.
Rebecca M. Noel Womb To Walk		Phone: (760) 243-5489 Cellular: (760) 486-4298 Website	High Desert of Southern CA	My name is Rebecca Noel and I am here to serve you andyour family. Certified Doulas are the newest members of the MaternityCare Team. Together, along with empowered and informed birthingparents, we are achieving positive and memorable birth experiences.Please come look around and see how I can help you have a pleasant andconfident birthing experience.
Helen Loucado Maternal Instincts	R.N. ,ALACE cert doula, Alace trained childbirtheducator, Certified Instructor of Infant Massage through Foundationfor Healthy Family Living, LMT certified in preganancy massage	Phone: 805 643-4354 Fax407 0457 Pager	Las Vegas,Henderson, Boulder City	same as listed already.
Rebecca M. Noel Womb To Walk	DONA, CAPPA,	Phone: (760) 243-5489 Cellular: (760) 486-4298 Website	Victorville, Apple Valley Hesperia, Adelanto & Phelan	I am here to serve you and your family. I serve the entireHigh Desert of Victorville, Apple Valley, Hesperia, Adelanto, &Phelan. Certified Doulas are the newest members of the Maternity CareTeam. Together, along with empowered and informed birthing parents, weare achieving positive and memorable birth experiences. Please comelook around and see how I can help you have a pleasant and confidentbirthing experience.
Sunshine Tomlin Beautiful Beginnings		Phone: (831) 335-3211	Santa Cruz County and Los Gatos	I am a mother of two. I have been practicing as a doulasince 2001, and have attended over 50 births. I was certified throughDONA as a doula, and I am currently teaching Homebirth CBE classes. Ienjoy helping women create empowered cirthing experiences.
Julie L. Johnson Doulas of Arrowhead	CD(DONA), LCCE, IBCLC	Phone: (909)794-3489 Cellular: (909)818-4424 Pager: (909)448-0061	San Bernardino and Riverside Counties	Working with pregnant women and their newborns have beenmy specialty since 1998. In addition to being a birth doula, I teachLamaze classes at Loma Linda University Medical Center. To betterserve my clients, I am also an International Board Certified LactationConsultant. I have co-founded Doulas of Arrowhead.
Jennifer Phillips Tiny Miracles Doula Service	in training, CBI	Phone: (714)709-6574 Website	Orange County/LA county	I am currently in training through CBI to become adoula. I have attended just a few births so far, and have 4 children of my own. Being a doula is the second most important thing in my life (my kids are #1!). I look forward to finishing up my training and making a career out of being a doula. Please check out my website for more info!
Sara Duggan Mommie-Care	CD(in training) CPD(in training)	Phone: 916-722-4765 Website	Sacramento, Citrus Heights, Carmichael, Oak Park, NorthHighlands, Roseville, Davis Description
Brenda Stringer Lodi Birth Services		Phone: 209-339-4597 209-339-1058	I travel the San Joaquin Valley and beyond attending births inLodi, Galt,Stockton,Tracy,Sacramento,Manteca and surrounding communities within an hours distance.	I am a doulacurrently certifying with Doulas of North America and Childbirth International .I am also training as a childbirth educator . I have attended several recent births and work on a sliding scale so that every woman may have a doula at her side .Please dont let lack of funds stop you from calling .I am willing to attend a birth for free for certification purposes .
Yvonne Novak Doula With Love	CD(DONA) CCE(CAPPA)CPPD*(CAPPA)	Phone: 661.254.2069 Cellular: 661-433-0237 Website	Santa Clarita, San Fernando Valley, San Gabriel Valley, LosAngeles	I am a birth doula, childbirth educator and am currentlypending certification for PP doula. I am also a former LLL leader and Bradley instructor having been involved in the birthing community since 1979
LORRAINE SHORMAN INNOVATIVE CHILDBIRTH SERVICES	CD (DONA), CCBE (CAPPA), CIMI (IAIM)	Phone: 714-624-3495 Cellular: 562-598-7754 Website	Covering all of Orange County and Los Angeles County.	I am a certified doula, DONA trained, Perinatal SupportSpecialist (Birth Wisdom), Certified Childbirth Educator (CAPPA), Certified Hypnobabies Instructor, Certified Infant Massage Instructor, Certified Prenatal Parenting Instructor, and Lactation Educator (CAPPA pending). I offer a multitude of services, resources and support for new moms. It is my firm belief that labor support enhances the birth experience for the entire family and I will do my best to make sure your birth is an experience you will always remember. Please contact me for a free in-home consultation.
Deborah Eacock	CBE(ALACE), certifying with DONA	Phone: (559)446-1998	Fresno and Clovis, CA	As a childbirth educator, doula and prenatal yogainstructor I endeavor to bring all women into birth with mindfulness and compassion. Private birthing classes are available and I work with teens and single parents.
Jeanette S. Faull Womyn Awakening	CNMI	Phone: (209)467-4040 Cellular: (209)608-6765 Website	Central California, Lodi to Turlock Tracy, Escalon and Oakdale	Womyn Awakening offer Doula Services, Newborn Massage, Childbirth Preparation, Rites of Passage, Bellycasting, and Holistic Wellness Services
Mireille Halley Ordinary Miracles	DONA, ALACE	Phone: 562 537-9442 Website	LA and Orange County area, & parts of San Bernadino County	A natural birth specialist & strong believer in informedconsent. I present scientifically accurate, evidence based information blended with spiritual and emotional preparation for pregnancy birth and parenting. Early pregnancy classes, birth options consultations, belly casting and information on homebirth and midwifery also available.
Emily Stelea Hands-On Birth Services	DONA Trained, in certifying process.	Phone: 949-454-1278 Cellular: 949-923-5900 Website	Orange County, Los Angeles, Northern San Diego	I completed the DONA birth doula training workshop in Los Angeles in 2004 and immediately began helping women. Currently (02/05) I have assisted in 4 gloriously successful births, with many more on the way. I provide individualized assistance in the development of a personalized birth plan, and newborn care plan if desired. Additionally, I offer two prenatal visits with the mother and her partner to go over coping techniques and strategies, answer questions and plan for the big day. 24-hour on-call support begins two weeks before the estimated due date and continues until birth. During labor, continuous and uninterrupted support is given to the mother and her partner throughout. Different techniques for pain management will be utilized including massage, position changes, a birth ball or hydrotherapy if desired, as well as any other techniques the mother finds useful. One follow up visit, within one to two weeks of birth is customary; and as an amateur photographer, black and white pregnancy, birth, newborn and family photos are offered. I am a current member of DONA International, CAPPA and DASC: the Doula Association of Southern California.
Juliana Beth A helping Hand	Soon to be certify CD(DONA)	Phone: 530 692 2029 Cellular: 530 300 2668	Yuba City, Marysville, Paradise, Grass valley, Nevada City,Oregon House, Dobbins.	I been a Doula for 15 years I'mcurrently working to get my Dona cetification finish, I live in Dobbins California with my husband and twin daughters.
Darla Burns In Due Time	CD(DONA)	Phone: (661) 294-5009 Cellular: (661) 645-3726 Website	Santa Clarita Valley, San Fernando Valley, San Gabriel Valley,Simi Valley, Greater L.A. area	I am a certified labor doula and Happiest Baby on theBlock Instructor. I am working towards my certification for Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator and Lactation Educator. I have experience with VBAC, Teens, C-sections and twins. I love my job!
Doryan Graham		Phone: 760 2496504	Live in Wrightwood, Hospital in Santa Monica CA
Lynette Turner	Working toward certification with DONA	Phone: 925-513-1373 Cellular: 925-381-6700	Alameda, Contra Costa and some San Joaquin counties
Sunshine Chrispeels Sol Beginnings	Level I Birthing from Within Mentor	Phone: 858 677 9094 Cellular: 858 245 9244 Website	San Diego County	I am a mother of three boys and a birth doula, in trainingto become a midwife. I am also a childbirth educator, trained in thephilosophy of Birthing from Within. I will become a level II mentorfor Birthing from Within next month. I especially enjoy working withteen moms.
Caitlin Philips, M.A., C.Ht. The Tao of Birthing	Birth Doulas of L.A./Member DASC,HypnoBirthing(r) CE	Phone: 310.239.4023 Website	West L.A., Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, CA	"Creating a more peaceful world, through peacefulbirthing one mother and one baby at a time."
Christy McCreary Bringing Out Baby	working towards CD(DONA)certification,working towardsLamaze cerification	Phone: (559) 323-1841 Cellular: (559) 323-1841	I can assist in Fresno, Clovis and all surrounding areas.	I am a strong advocate for natural healthy birth. Ibelieve each women deserves the birth that she desires. I have training in Lamaze, so I can do some private education classes as well as offer doula services. I have three young children so natural childbirth is fresh in my mind.
Rebecca Noel Womb To Walk Pregnancy & Postpartum Services	Birth Doula (DONA), CCCE, CNMI	Phone: 760.486.4298 Cellular: 760.486.4298 Website	I serve the entire High Desert of Victorville, Apple Valley,Hesperia, Adelanto, Phelan, Wrightwood & Pinion Hills.	I help support and educate couples as they prepare forthe birth of their child. I truly believe the birth of your baby is one of the most powerful and exciting experiences in your life and that birth is a natural part of life, and every woman has the ability to birth her baby in a way that is right for her. I am passionate about the work I do and feel honored to be included in the lives and families during this profound time of pregnancy and childbirth. My goal is to help you protect your memories and to achieve the birth you want. This is your birth. I am there to assist you in attaining your dreams and goals for your labor and delivery.
Teresa Ricketts Life's Little Miracles	In training for CD and CBE (CBI)	Phone: 805-630-7488 Cellular: 805-630-7488 Website	Ventura County, San Fernando Valley	I am in the process of obtaining my doula and childbirth educator certification from Childbirth International.
Catherine Parker My Massage Doula	CMT, CD (DONA)	Phone: (619) 757-0062 Cellular: (619) 757-0062 Website	San Diego	I am a Certified Massage Therapist and Birth Doula thatspecializes in helping families maintain wellness through integrative holistic therapies. As a doula, I integrate into the birth experience in order to best support the birthing mother and allow the partners to participate at their own comfort level. I use my years of experience as a holistic healer to provide comfort in a variety of ways. Massage, aromatherapy, breathwork, visualizations, hydrotherapy, and positioning are just a few of the techniques that may be used to promote confidence and increase relaxation during labor. In addition to supporting the mother during labor, I can provide rests for partners, take photos, answer questions, and help families advocate for their medical choices.
April, Amy and Kellie Beyond Creative Conception	CD(DONA), ICCE, CPD, IBCLC	Phone: 949.597.3191 Fax: 949.597.3199 Cellular: 714.878.1889 Website	We cover the entire Orange County area	Beyond Creative Conception specializes in Childbirth,Baby Care, Baby Safety, and Breastfeeding classes either at our office or in your home. We also offer birth and postpartum doula services as well as Lactation support.
Amy Kaplan	DONA certification pending	Phone: 949-922-9574 Website	Orange County	I am a birth doula trained by DONA as well as inhypnosis. I am currently waiting for certification. I have attended home births, birth center births, and hospital birth, including water births, "natural births" without medications, hypnosis as well as the use of epidurals. I am a mother of two magnificent children and have over 15 years of experience in the field of fertility, egg donoation and surrogacy.
Marivette Torres Tender Doula Hands	Working towards DONA Intl. certification	Phone: 661-332-3288 Fax: 661-746-2917 Cellular: 661-332-3288 Website	Bakersfield,and any surrounding Kern County area. I will travelout of the area if necessary.	I have been providing doula care since 1997.My goal isto provide women with the birth experience of their desires.
Brandi Hall Loving Debut Birth Services	CD(DONA), ICCE	Phone: (916) 955-1933	The greater Sacramento area	I am a certified doula, providing emotional and physicalsupport to birthing woman. I am also a certified childbirth educator and will provide private, reasonably priced classes, tailored to me the needs of the woman and her partner.
Brooke Myung MotherBirth		Phone: (209) 551-5797 Website	Modesto and up to one hour drive from Modesto.	Homeschooling mother to three, Doula since 2001. Ioffer birth consultation, doula, birth photography and childbirth education services. Always available for breastfeeding assistance- just call! Experienced in hospital and home births. See my website for more.
Gabriela M=E9ndez Heart and Hands Birth Doula Services		Phone: (831) 476-2586 Website	Santa Cruz	Heart and Hands is committed to providing prenatal,labor, and postpartum support to the expectant mother and her partner through information, advocacy, and the doula=92s knowledge and trust in the process of pregnancy and birth. Services also available in Spanish.
tracy hartley B*E*S*T Doula Service	CD(DONA)	Phone: 818.448.0817 Website Other:	Alhambra, Glendale, Santa Monica, Studio City, Torrance -- thegreater Los Angeles Area	B*E*S*T Doula Service has supported hundreds offamilies since 1996. Services include HypnoBirthing, Birth Hypnosis (aka hypnobirthing), Reiki, Birthing From Within, Spinning Babies, newborn care, breastfeeding support, birth and pregnancy photography and homebirth midwifery.
Lisa Gartin Birthrightrn	RN, LCCE, CLEC, DOula	Phone: 559-225-2012 Website	The Central Valley: Fresno, Clovis, Visalia, foothill ares.	I have been practicing as a Bith Doula for 5 years now,with experience in Homebirth and VBAC. Being a RN I am not intimidated in the hospital setting at all, and can help you have the Birth you desire. You will remeber your birth forever... make it memorable, Birthright!
Connie Merritt	LCCE(Lamaze),CD(DONA),LSS,CCE(UCSD)	Phone: 858-483-6321 Cellular: 858-213-1127	All aound San Diego area,Home Birth,UCSD,(Birth Center &L&D) Best Start Birth Center, Encinitas,Tri City, Mary Birch,Grossmont,Kaiser, Pomerado,Paradise Valley,Palomar, Mercy, and others.	As a Labor Support Specialist/Doula and ChildbirthEducator I help families to prepare for, and enjoy the arrival of their babies. Being well informed and prepared empowers parents to take an active role in their birthing process. A supportive team with open communication improves the entire experience.
beverly keye compassionate souls	doula in training with cappa	Phone: 323-6302-911	los angeles and valley cities	a heart to heart connection will bloom like a flower
Candace Leach Midwifery & Doula Services	LM, CPM, CCE, CD, CPD, CNMI	Phone: 562-272-4541 Website	Long Beach and Surrounding Areas Of Greater Los Angelesand Orange County	Providing Professional Prenatal, Childbirth, &Postpartum Services Since 1996.
Laura Maxson LM, CPM	Licensed Midwife, Certified ProfessionalMidwife	Phone: 831 336-0961	Santa Cruz County	Providing homebirth services, including prenatal andpostpartum care; Hospital labor support (doula care); Lactation support
Sunshine Tomlin Sunshine Midwifery	LM, CPM	Phone: 831-335-3211	South Bay Area and Santa Cruz County	Sunshine is a graduate of the National MidwiferyInstitute and a Licensed Midwife in the State of California. Her philosophy of care is founded on the desire to help women and families create a space in which they feel safe and impowered, thereby creating a positive birth experience for all.
Maureen Hinds, BCCE Birth, Babies & Beyond	BCCE	Phone: 408-297-BABY Website	South Bay Area - Palo Alto to Gilroy	Serving birthing families since 1990 - Bradley NaturalChildbirth classes, birth doula and post partum doula.
Quincy J Bates DoulaCare Birth & Postpartum Support	CD(DONA)	Phone: (760) 228-1011	Coachella Valley area, Indio, Palm Springs and Hi Desert MedCenter and 29 Palms Naval Hospital.	I am a mother of 6, with a variety of personal birthexperiences: Vaginal, 2 C/sections and 3 VBACS,Epidural, Induction and a Home/Water Birth! I have been certified with DONA for 10 years. I am a Birth & Postpartum doula, and I also assist with breastfeeding. I also do Belly Casts, Blessingway's. Please contact me if you are in the Coachella Valley area. It would be an honor to assist you, in one of the most miraculous times of your life, bringing your baby into the world!
Helen Loucado Maternal Instincts	RN, Doula certified with ALACE, ChildbirthEducatorALACE trained, Licensed massage therapist certified in pregnancymassage. Certified Instructor of Infant Massage through Foundationfor Healthy Family Living	Phone: 805 643-4354 Cellular: 805 407-0457	Ventura County California	Registered nurse with holistic perspective. Gentle,professional care. Educating and supporting women in their choices in childbirth and mothering. Midwife's Assistant attending home and freestanding birth center births.
Beverly Keye compassionatesoul doula	I am tranied with CAPPA and DONA	Phone: (323)630-2911	LOs angeles and where needed	Blessings to you and your baby.I believe birth is aspritual moving masterpiece.I work withy my heart and soul to bring light to your birth.I will provide uncondtional support.I will hold the space with my candlelight soul.you have a gift and that you will treasure.
Laura Ramirez Doula MaMa Doula Support	Dona trained,Birthing from within mentor. Onmy way tocertified threw both!	Phone: 805 659 9265 or 643 9840 Cellular: 208 7458	Ventura and surrounding area.	Hello . My name is laura . I live in Ventura cal. My soulpurpose is to support families threw birth. It is a life pasage and at times can be challenging. I will be there for you and your familey how ever it is nessasary. Holding a space of listening and presense. I believe every MaMa has a wright to this kind of loving support. Every women has a warrior, Sometimes we just need a little work to find her!!!!
Carri Newhouse This Woman's Work		Phone: (831) 384-0236 Cellular: (831) 915-5562 Website Other:	Monterey Peninsula and the whole Monterey Bay Area- Salinasthrough Carmel	Mother since 1999; a Birth Doula since he was 10-months old; and an Apprentice Homebirth Midwife since 2001. I offer portable spa kit rentals for pregnancy/labor/birth/newborns and locally crafted and distributed supplies, usually organic. I beleive in supporting You and All Your CHOICES. I enjoy helping families like yours to Create the Birth of Your Dreams.
Tracy Garske As You Wish Birth Services	CBI & DONA trained	Cellular: 707-315-5364 Website	North & East Bay region of the Bay Area.
Deanna Barberino San Diego Doulas	CD DONA	Phone: (619) 946-7887 Website	San Diego, California	Giving birth to a child is an amazing and extraordinaryexperience! However, Pregnancy, Labor, Delivery, and Postpartum can be overwhelming for many Moms, Dads and Families. My name is Deanna Barberino, I am a Antepartum, Labor and Postpartum Doula here in San Diego. I am committed to help make this very special time in your life as wondrous and stress-free as possible.
Veronica Hinojosa_Stang	Birth and Post Partum trained, certifying withDONA
Julia Fessler Motherlove Doula Services	CD(DONA), Sutter Davis Volunteer DoulaTraining	Phone: 916-294-0661 Cellular: 916-337-7869	Folsom, Davis, Sacramento	"Empowering Women and their Partners Throughoutthe Birth Process." I became a doula in 2002 after completing my training as a volunteer for Sutter Davis Birth Center. After the first birth I attended I knew I had found my calling and passion in life. I then completed my DONA birth doula training in 2004. It is an honor to work with women and their partners in labor and to watch the beautiful transformation and journey of labor. My services include 2 prenatals, the entire birth, 1-2 hours postpartum, with additional breastfeeding help if needed. I will then arrange a time to visit you the week after your baby is born to present your birth story and discuss the details of your labor. This work is a blessing to my life. Warmest birth blessings to you. Julia Fessler
Brenda Stringer Storks Landing	CD(CBI)	Phone: 2093391058 Cellular: 2097128117	I am a certified birth doula servicing theLodi,Stockton,Sacramento,Modesto areas .	I am a birth doula with 6 years of experience inprofessional childbirth education and labor support .I am certified through Childbirth International and trained/certifying through DONA Doulas of North America .I have attended approximately 35 births am currently studying to be a midwife . I operate Storks Landing Childbirth Support Services and also employ a backup doula . We provide comfort measures,educational support,emotional and physical support,birth photography if desired and strive to keep a peacefull birthing enviroment .
Sheridan Ripley Enjoy Birth	DONA, HCHI	Phone: 949-292-3710 Website	Centra/South Orange County	Hypnobabies Classes, VBAC support
sheila Cameron	1 birth away from certification CD(DONA)	Phone: 209-832-2590 Cellular: 209-814-0851	San Joaquin, Tracy, Stockton, and Manteca	I provide 2 visits prior to birth. Fullattendance and attention during labor & birth, including 1-2 hours in-hospital after the birth of your baby. 2 visits postpartum. Which includes seeing to any needs you may have, like 'time' to take a shower! 1 year of phone contact also included. I give my clients a free maternity journal if it's early enough in the pregnancy for them, which I have created, and one of my hand made crochet baby afghans. Spouses, partners, single mothers, and teen mothers, looking forward to hearing from you!
Jeanne Batacan Mothers and Babies First	ICCE, ICD, CLE, CLC	Phone: 408-779-7479 Cellular: 408-802-2328	South San Jose, Morgan Hill, Gilroy, California	I have been doing birth work and teaching for over 20years in the community as well as privately. I am also a certified Happiest Baby Instructor. I love working with families to help empower them to have safer more satisfying births, happier postpartum adjustments and more success with breastfeeding.
Lori Luyten, LM, CPM Ancient Paths Midwifery	LM, CPM, CCCE	Phone: (909) 597-4107 Website	Inland Empire, North Orange County, Corona/Riverside, EasternLos Angeles County	"In-Home Birth Center" care including individual orgroup (Centering) prenatal care, free birth kit and usage of a birthing tub. Specialize in Water Birth! Compassionate, gentle and respectful care. Bradley childbirth education and referrals to local doulas.
Coleen Salazar Experience Birth	CD (ALACE), Birthing From Within Mentor	Phone: 760-644-1826 Cellular: 760-644-1826 Website	San Diego County	Available for childbirth preparation, birth andpostpartum doula services. Experienced with VBACs, teens, single moms, and families with multiples.
Laurie Chamberlin B. "Better Birthing"	CD(DONA), ICCE, LE	Phone: 530.477.5442 Website	Grass Valley, Auburn, Nevada City, Meadow Vista, Colfax, PennValley, Rough and Ready, Cedar Ridge	Laurie is certified as a Doula/Birth Assistant,Childbirth Educator & Lactation Educator. As a childbirth professional, she works with women and their partners during pregnancy, birth and postpartum to gently support and educate them to have the kind of birth experience they aspire to have. "Empowering couples by giving them information and letting them know their choices helps them to fully invest in their experience. Each woman births differently and getting to know her through prenatal contact teaches me how to help her specifically and individually."
Julia Glasse Sierra Doulas	In process of DONA certification	Phone: 530.273.0568 Website	Grass Valley, Nevada City, Auburn, Colfax, North San Juan	I have additional training in several forms of bodywork and communication technologies. Please visit www.sierradoulas.com for more information about myself as well as the other doulas in that organization.
Rena Ward Integrative Childbirth Services	Certified Labor Doula, Childbirth Educator,HappiestBaby on the Block Instructor and Labor Doula Trainer (CAPPA)	Phone: 562.925.6948 Website	Lakewood, Los Alamitos, Long Beach, Torrance, Redondo Beach,Manhattan Beach, San Pedro, Hungtinton Beach, Seal Beach and surrounding areas	Bringing Knowledge and Compassion to your birth forover 6 years. The SouthWest Regional and State Rep for CAPPA, on the Board of Directors for Doulas Association of Southern CA (DASC) and also Doulas of the South Bay
Quincy J Bates CD(DONA) DoulaCare Birth & Postpartum Support	CD(DONA), Happiest Baby Educator, MidwiferyStudent &Assistant	Phone: 760 228-1011 Cellular: 760 408-6029	Coachella Valley (Desert Hospital, JFK hospital) and HighDesert areas (Hi Desert Medical and Robert E Bush Naval Hospital 29 Palms)and Home Births in the surrounding areas.	I am a mother of 6, I have been certified with DONAfor 11 years. I am a Birth & Postpartum doula, a National College of Midwifery student. I assist with breastfeeding and I am a Happiest Baby on the Block Educator. I assist 2 local midwives with their clients in our local area. Please contact me if you are in the Coachella Valley area, It would be an honor to assist you, in one of the most miraculous times of your life, bringing your baby into the world!
Helen Loucado RN LMT CLA CIIM Maternal Instincts	CLA (ALACE CIIM (Foundation forHealthy Family Living	Phone: (805)643-4354 Cellular: (805)407-0457 Website	Ventura County, Santa Barbara	RN offering holistic, gentle care. ChildbirthEducation, Infant Massage instruction, birth doula, breastfeeding support, other classes
Stacie Bingham, CD(DONA) Birthmark Doula Services	CD(DONA)	Phone: 530.893.2890 Website	Chico, CA and surrounding areas	I am a Lamaze-trained childbirth educator,DONA-certified birth doula, and a breastfeeding counselor with over 2000 direct counseling hours.
Limelight Support	CHBE	Website	Orange County, California.	Provide labor doula support, happiest baby onthe block classes, and operation special delivery (OSD) volunteer.
Jane LaBelle, Gentle Wind Healing	CD(DONA), CAMT, CAMQ	Phone: 916-435-9567 Website	Sacramento & Placer counties	My work is about healing and welcoming life'sessential energies. I encourage and empower women in their healing and growth, and of course, pregnancy is a time for both! I am a practitioner of Chinese medicine, with External Qi and Acupressure as my two main modalities. My work in Conception led to a client requesting that I be her doula. As soon as I started the doula training I knew this was a natural extension of my healing work. I offer all the traditional comfort measures of a certified doula, plus qigong to enhance flagging energy, acupressure to reduce and redirect pain, and Chinese medicine services to promote and induce labor, plus turning breeches, and pregnancy acupressure. Much of my practice deals with emotional issues, and I have experience with phobias, fears, and deep anxieties which women often need to address during pregnancy and childbirth. I also do a theraputic "39th Week Labor Prep" acupressure session which has a wonderful track record for enhancing natural delivery. Congratulations and warm wishes, Jane LaBelle. I honor the
Sheila M. Cameron Your Professional Doula	CD(DONA)	Phone: 209-832-2590 Cellular: 209-814-0851	Stockton, Tracy, Manteca.	I provide 2 visits prior to birth. Fullattendance and attention during labor & birth, including 1-2 hours in-hospital after the birth of your baby. 1-2 visits postpartum. Which includes seeing to any needs you may have, like 'time' to take a shower! 1 year of phone contact also included. I give my clients a free maternity journal for moms who are 5 months or less into their pregnancy, which I have created, and one of my hand made crochet baby afghans. Spouses, partners, single mothers, and teen mothers, looking forward to hearing from you!
Diana Vallarta	CD(DONA)	Phone: 408-886-4961	Greater South Bay area including San Jose, Santa Cruz,and surrounding communities
Alexis Manning Sierra Doulas	In process of receiving Certification from Dona	Phone: 530-432-3549 Cellular: 530-559-0423 Website	Grass Valley, Nevada City, Penn Valley, Roseville, YubaCity, Beale Air Force Base, Colfax	I am a labor and postpartum doula offeringloving an unbiased support to expecting families.It is my desire that every laboring woman has continuous, undivided attention and the support she needs throughout her labor. I support the mother in all of her decisions in order to bring about the birth experience she and her partner desire. I love what I do and feel so blessed to have been called to something so amazing!
Julie Gilbert Lil' Footprints	CD(DONA), CIMI, EMT	Phone: 209-574-9341 Fax: 209-574-9341 Cellular: 209-404-5429	Central California from Sacramento to Merced, Sonora to Tracy	Julie is a wife and a mother of 7 children anda grandmother of 4 children. She has been attending births since 1989. She is a certified Birth Doula through DONA as well as a current member. She also is the Vice-President of Birth Alliance of Central California(BACC). Julie also holds a current certification as a CIMI (Certified Infant massage Instructor) through IAIM. She has also volunteered at The San Joaquin General Hospital Family Maternity Center in Stockton, CA.In the past Julie has held additional certifications as a Emergency Medial Technician and a CRP Instructor. She worked at Memorial Hospital Modesto, Ca. in the emergency room as well as teaching CRP to local firefighters and EMS personnel. Julie is currently writing a book to help aid in late pregnancy issues and participating in additional education and certifications. Her goal is to become a Writer and Birth Doula Trainer with DONA. To teach, educate and certify more Doulas in Central California. She would like to see BACC expand with more Doulas who believe in bringing more awareness about mother-baby friendly options and informed choices to expectant families.Philosophy Birth is not a medical procedure. It is a beautiful natural process that women delight in sharing with their families so that they may create respectful and loving relationships. However, medical interventions are sometime necessary and therefore we must all work together or it is counter productive and unfair to women. Women should have the option to birth the way that they want. After all, we are not just birthing a baby, we are birthing a mother, father...a family.
Gail Barela Birth Option Services	AAHCC (Bradley), CD (DONA)pending, CLE(CAPPA)pending	Phone: 310-308-8947 Website	Los Angeles County, South Bay, Beach Cites, Long Beach,Orange County	My name is Gail! My husband Leonard and I havebeen married for 29 years. We have five children (Andrea 28, Jacqueline 24, Aaron 22, Joshua 4, Jonathan 2), and one grandchild (Nathan 7 months). All my children were delivered naturally and without drug intervention, and were breastfed. My husband and I teach childbirth classes. I teach breastfeeding classes. I am a birth/labor doula. We also rent birthing tubs.
Leigh William Mindful Birth and Parenting	International Doula, Infant MassageInstructor & Parent Coach	Phone: 858.259.0206 Cellular: 858.353.9626 Website Other:	US and Europe	Over the past 15 years, I have worked withchildren and their families throughout Europe and the United States, supporting women and their partners during childbirth and thereafter, providing guidance and support to families from different cultures and with different spoken languages. The one common denominator amongst us all, is that we have the desire to love, and to be loved. With extensive knowledge in the areas of childbirth, early childhood education, infant massage, multiple birth and parenting, alternative lifestyle parenting, adoption, handling difficult childhood behaviors, sleep and toilet training, and spouse/partner relationships after baby, I have been able to assist, guide and foster the natural bonding and attachment that occurs between parent and child in a multitude of situations. The focal point of my purpose in teaching begins with the concept that parents, when connected to the heart and soul of the child, know instinctively what is best for baby. It is my goal to help families to connect - mothers, fathers, sisters and brothers - to one another, so that they can better relate to the world around them. My support for the birthing mother includes breathing techniques, massage, visualization, aromatherapy, and emotional support and encouragement. However, birth is only the beginning. I will journey alongside you as your child grows and develops throughout early childhood. I will assist you in your decisions regarding breastfeeding, attachment parenting, sleep and toilet training, decisions, rights and laws regarding returning to the workplace, finding and gaining entrance into excellent preschools, and preparing for kindergarten. I seek to build a lifelong relationship with you and your family, and am very selective about my client list, as this journey will be that of an eternal friendship.
Glyol Pannbechi Spirit of Love Childbirth Services	MA, ACCE, CD	Phone: 310 4030379 Cellular: 310 4030379 Website	Santa Monica, W. Los angeles, Los Angeles, Hollywood	I am a Childbirth Educator, Birth Doula,Postpartum Doula, Hypno-Birthing instructor and MA candidate in Prenatal and Perinatal Psychology. Trained in Childbirth Education, Hypno-Birthing and Birth Doula . I have my training by Lamaze, Birthing from Within (Pam England) and at Santa Barbara Graduate School. Being a mother myself and giving births naturally make me more qualified to guide parent(s) through the most life transforming event of life. My mission is to promote healthy, fulfilling and memorable childbearing experiences for women and their families. My primary goal in every birth is to ensure the safety of both mother and baby. Therefore, I am open to the use of medication or other remedies when it is in the best interest of both mother and child. combining the rich culture of ancient Persia and my experience living in the United States since 1976, I respect the uniqueness of each individual birth experience according to the family's culture, moral integrity, and value system. I am currently teaching to individuals privately, Home Birth and at The Pump Station of Santa Monica and Hollywood.
Heather Ward BirthLore	BD(DONA), PD, CCE, CLE	Website	Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Mountain View, Palo Alto	Mother of Two, Birth and Postpartum Doula,Childbirth Educator, Babycare and Breastfeeding Educator see website for more information
Jen Camomile Sundance Childbirth Services		Phone: (805) 217-5072 Cellular: (805) 217-5072 Website	Ventura County and the San Fernando Valley	Birth Doula & Childbirth Educator. I supportwomen in hospital, home and birth center births.
Angel Galvan Mothers 2 Be	certified doula/childbirth ed breastsupport (dona)	Phone: (209)888-4581 Cellular: (209)808-8318 Website	Stockton, Lodi, Manteca, French camp, lathrop, Modesto	labor or birth doulas provide physical,emotional and informational support to women and their partners before, during and immediately after birth. A doula's continuous reassurance combined with comfort measures such as massage and advice on labor enhancing techniques can decrease pain and anxiety for the laboring mother. Several studies indicate that a doula's presence can contribute to shorter labors, fewer complications, reduced rates of Cesarean sections and fewer requests for pain medication. The ultimate goal of the labor doula is to help each woman have a fulfilling childbirth experience on her own terms.
Quincy Bates DoulaCare	CD(DONA), Midwifery Student	Phone: 760 228-1011 Website	Coachella Valley and High Desert areas	I am a mother of 6. I have been certified withDONA for more than 12 years. I am a Birth & Postpartum doula and a National College of Midwifery student. Please check out my website for more information and contact me if you are in the Coachella Valley area. It would be an honor to assist you, in one of the most miraculous times of your life, bringing your baby into the world!
Wendy Drewelow Origins Doula Services	CD(DONA)	Phone: (909) 709-7307 Website	Inland Empire: San Bernardino and Riverside counties	Whether it be preparing for your birth, laborsupport, cesarean, birth recovery, breastfeeding support, sibling care, bedrest, or postpartum care you will be supported and cared for by an experienced doula who is by your side for your comfort and to help you have the birth you desire.
Lisa Marie Dome Birth Matters	Student Midwife with National Collegeof Midwifery
Trisha Olow	CD(DONA), CCE	Phone: 619-347-0579	San Diego
Maggie Watkins A Birth Story Birth Doula	CLE, DONA, ALACE (Doula Training)	Phone: 619-315-5703 Cellular: 619-315-5703 Website	San Diego, CA	All Women, Teens, Over 35, Adoptions, Gay &Lesbian, Low Risk, High Risk, VBAC, On Bed Rest, Multiples Un-medicated, Medicated
Rena' Koerner (Ward) Integrative Childbirth Services	Certified Doula (CAPPA & DONA),Childbirth Educator (CAPPA), Lactation Educator (CAPPA),Happiest Baby on the Block Educator and Labor Doula Trainer (CAPPA)	Phone: 562.925.6948 Website	Los Angeles and Orange Counties (to include Lakewood,Long Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, Los Alamitos)	Bringing Knowledge and Compassion to theBirthing Place Trained in a variety of supportive techniques, I hold dual certification with CAPPA/DONA as a Birth Doula, Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified Happiest Baby Instructor, Reiki Practitioner, and CAPPA Certified Labor Doula Trainer and an excellent informational resource to newly expectant mothers and their partners.
Sonja Massey Baby Moon	CD(Dona) certification in process, RN,IBCLC Lactation Consultant	Phone: (831) 402-1MOM Fax: (831) 657-9702 Cellular: (831) 402-1MOM Website	Monterey, California	I am a registered nurse with over 20 yearsexperience working with new and expecting families. I have worked nursery and postpartum, public health, childbirth education and parent education. I am an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant with a private business..Baby Moon. I help moms and babes in my office or at their home. I teach classes and offer some doula services for childbirth and postpartum. I am currently finishing up my paperwork to become Dona certified as a CD.
Sheila Cameron Your Professional Doula	CD(DONA)	Phone: 209-832-2590 Cellular: 209-814-0851	Livermore, Manteca, Stockton, Tracy. Any cities withinSan Joaquin County.	I provide 2 visits prior to birth.Fullattendance and attention during labor & birth, including 1-2 hours in-hospital after the birth of your baby. 1-2 visits postpartum. Which includes seeing to any needs you may have, like 'time' to take a shower! 1 year of phone contact also included. I give my clients a free maternity journal if it's early enough in the pregnancy for them, which I have created, and one of my hand made crochet baby afghans. Spouses, partners, single mothers, and teen mothers, looking forward to hearing from you!
Deidre Lorenzo Bundle of Joy Doula Care	CD(DONA)	Phone: 831-246-1191 Cellular: 831-246-1191 Website	Greater South Bay and Santa Cruz	Celebrate your baby's birth without worryingabout the details! Deidre is an experienced, DONA-certified birth doula dedicated to providing professional, unbiased and nurturing support to pregnant families in the greater San Jose and Santa Cruz areas. Please call for a complimentary interview.
France Wilson The Blessings Of Birth, Moms Birthing Moms	LVN, HypnoFertility, HypnoBirthingEducator, HypnoBirthing Doula & Trainer, Postpartum Doula,HypnoCoach, Breastfeeding Support	Phone: 619-964-1971 Cellular: 619-964-1971 Website Other:	Central & North San Diego County. From Hillcrest, LaMesa, PB all the way to Fallbrook & Vista	Teaching HypnoBirthing for 4 years. HypnoCoachor Consulting Hypnotist focusing on pregnancy through Postpartum. Helping mom with "hands-on" breastfeeding & newborn care training at home with baby. Training Doulas to be familiar with HypnoBirthing.
Susan Collum BlossomBelly Birth Doula Services	Trained by DONA	Phone: 8315663777 Website	Santa Cruz and Los Gatos, CA	BlossomBelly believes that every laboring womanshould have continuous, undivided attention and support throughout her labor. My mission is to assist the mother during pregnancy and labor by offering information and nurturing support. With a clear understanding of her childbirth options, a mother is able to make informed choices. I am committed to honoring the choices each mother makes for the birth of her baby.
Becky Kopulsky Nurtured Mommy Happy Baby	CD(DONA)	Phone: (310)560-6850 Pager: (310)942-1818 Website	Los Angeles and the surrounding areas	Offering birth and postpartum doula services,including breastfeeding support, to families in and around Los Angeles.
Leslie Sandoval Blessed Baby Doula Services	DONA Trained Birth and Postpartum,Hypnobabies Instructor, Happiest Baby on the Block Educator	Phone: 949-235-9834 Cellular: 949-235-9834 Website	Orange County, North San Diego County, South Los Angeles County	I believe in providing caring, knowledgeablesupport and guidance to new mothers, their partners, and their families, throughout pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period. Birth is a beautiful and life changing event in a woman's life, and should be treated with joyful respect. Allow me to help you celebrate the arrival of your blessed baby!
Jen Natural Baby Pros		Phone: 760-525-6018 Website	We're located in San Diego, but we provide nationalservice as well.	Natural Baby Pros is an online resource fornatural-focused fertility, pregnancy, birth and baby services. Visit www.NaturalBabyPros.com to find more information.
Audrey Kalman Peninsula Birth Companions	CD(DONA)	Phone: 650-303-2405 Cellular: 650-303-2405 Website	San Francisco Bay area - SF Peninsula from SanFrancisco to Santa Clara.	We are a team of doulas providing birth andpostpartum doula services and education (childbirth, breastfeeding).
Darcy Wronkiewicz Doula Service and Breastfeeding Assistance by Darcy	DONA-trained, CLEC	Phone: 805-570-1595 Website	Ventura, Santa Barbara	The assistance I had as a new mothercontributed greatly to my family's quality of life and I strive to give that gift to the families I serve.
Lori Dent Open To Creation Doula Services	In training, becoming DONA certified	Phone: (831)726-9903 Cellular: (831)840-9641 Website	Serving Santa Cruz, Monterey, and Santa Clara Counties	I am currently working on my birth doulacertification through DONA. (One more birth to go). I have worked in the birthing community for over 8 years. I provide physical, emotional and informational support to the mother to be and her partner. I have a special interest in working with women who are in recovery (AA/NA). I truely love what I do and feel blessed to be a part of such an amazing life changing event in one's life.
Taryn Phanthanusorn Limelight Support	CD(CBI), CLEC (UCSD), CHBE	Phone: (949) 677-7510 Website	Orange County, Ca.	I am an experienced certified Doula andLactation Educator. I have experience supporting women in hospital, birth center and home birth settings. I also have experience with VBAC, un-medicated, and medicated births. I have also worked with families using the Bradley Method, HypnoBabies, and Lamaze, as well as Military Families.
Jennifer Matsumoto Enlightened Birthing	CCE, CLE, CD(DONA)	Phone: 619-855-3327 Website	San Diego	I teach childbirth and breastfeeding at manylocal hospitals and also privately. I have 3 children of my own. I am a certified Doula and would love to help you through your labor no matter the setting,hospital, home or birth center.

CHILDBIRTH EDUCATORS
Name/Email	Certifications	Contact Info	Location of practice	Profile
Stacey Goetz	CCE, CD (DONA), CLC	Phone: 877-EZ-BIRTH Pager: 530-540-5931 Website	Serving Chico, Paradise, Oroville, Yuba City/Marysville, Sacramento, and all surrounding areas	I've been attending births since 1994 after the birth of my first child. I have helped women and couples with a wide range of experiences. I offer services supporting women/couples throughout their pregnancy and beyond. These services are, childbirth preparation classes (group or private), birth doula services, and lactation counseling services. Please see my website for more info or email me for a free information packet.
Auburn Birth Works	Certified Labor Assistant (alace), Birth Works Educator	Phone: 530-887-0806 Website	Placer, Nevada, Sacramento & Yolo Counties	Birth Works\xae Childbirth Education Classes Mothers Circle Prenatal Discussion Group Waterbirth/Labor Pool Rental Pregnancy & Birth Photography VBAC Support Auburn Birth Works strives to help women to develop self-confidence, trust and faith in their innate ability to give birth.
Diana Peterson Baby Birth Time	I.C.E.A. Childbirth Educator, I am in the certification process for CD with Dona I have 2 more births to attend until I'm done	Phone: 818-352-1513 Cellular: 818-693-1513	San Fernando Valley, Santa Clarita Valley	Offer private and hospital Childbirth Education Classes. Specialize in a one-day intensive class.
Leah Elliott A Womans Way Doula Service	CD(DONA), CLE (Certified Lactation Educator)	Phone: 661-834-0465 Website	Bakersfield	Local breastfeeding support groups available. Breastfeeding comfort line. Birth and post partum doula services
Felicia Henry	Bradley Certified Childbirth Educator, Volunteer Breastfeeding Support Person	Phone: 805-988-9975	Oxnard, CA	I teach childbirth education classes in the Bradley Method. I include breastfeeding instruction, new baby care, and postpartum issues as part of the class. I also offer Labor Support and have breast pumps available for sale for the mothers who may need them. My motto is "Helping you develop trust in faith in your ability to give birth."
Julaine Dugan	Certified doula	Phone: 925-756-2943 Cellular: 925-890-8081	East Bay area	specialize in massage, and comfort measures
Kendell A. Silveira Mindful Birth and Silveira Photography	CD (DONA), CBE, mom	Phone: 831.566.7770 Website	Santa Cruz / Monterey / Coastal California	My services include Birth Doula, Child Birth Education,New Baby Care classes, Pregnancy- Birth- Newborn_and ChildrenPhotography. I look forward to working with you in your preparationfor birth and into parenthood!
Jennifer Cowsert Naturally Mom	CCE	Phone: 760 631-7335 Website	North County San Diego	I specialize in VBAC's, I am currently in training to become a Doula, I also do consultations in postartum care.
April Adams	ICCE, CLE, Postpartum Doula	Phone: 714 878 1889	Serving all of Orange County and some of LA County	I am a Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified LactationEducator and a Postpartum Doula. I provide classes at hospitals butalso in home. If woman is on bedrest or cant get to class I willgladly arrange to come to home and give them a private class. I alsocan be called upon for breastfeeding assistance. My Postpartum Doulaservices are mostly during evenings and weekends.
Rochelle McLean Babies in Bloom	CCE, CLE, CD	Phone: 760-433-BABY (2229) Cellular: 760-213-9276 Website	San Diego County	Services provided: *Labor Doula *Private childbirthpreparation classes *Lactation education and support *Newborn massageinstruction *Breast pumps and rentals. As a military spouse, Iam especially in tune with the needs of military families. If you haveany questions about my services, please contact me for a freeinformation packet.
Rebecca M. Noel Womb To Walk		Phone: (760) 243-5489 Cellular: (760) 486-4298 Website	High Desert of Southern CA	My name is Rebecca Noel and I am here to serve you andyour family. Certified Doulas are the newest members of the MaternityCare Team. Together, along with empowered and informed birthingparents, we are achieving positive and memorable birth experiences.Please come look around and see how I can help you have a pleasant andconfident birthing experience.
Helen Loucado Maternal Instincts	R.N. ,ALACE cert doula, Alace trained childbirtheducator, Certified Instructor of Infant Massage through Foundationfor Healthy Family Living, LMT certified in preganancy massage	Phone: 805 643-4354 Fax407 0457 Pager	Las Vegas,Henderson, Boulder City	same as listed already.
Rebecca M. Noel Womb To Walk	DONA, CAPPA,	Phone: (760) 243-5489 Cellular: (760) 486-4298 Website	Victorville, Apple Valley Hesperia, Adelanto & Phelan	I am here to serve you and your family. I serve the entireHigh Desert of Victorville, Apple Valley, Hesperia, Adelanto, &Phelan. Certified Doulas are the newest members of the Maternity CareTeam. Together, along with empowered and informed birthing parents, weare achieving positive and memorable birth experiences. Please comelook around and see how I can help you have a pleasant and confidentbirthing experience.
Sunshine Tomlin Beautiful Beginnings		Phone: (831) 335-3211	Santa Cruz County and Los Gatos	I am a mother of two. I have been practicing as a doulasince 2001, and have attended over 50 births. I was certified throughDONA as a doula, and I am currently teaching Homebirth CBE classes. Ienjoy helping women create empowered cirthing experiences.
Julie L. Johnson Doulas of Arrowhead	CD(DONA), LCCE, IBCLC	Phone: (909)794-3489 Cellular: (909)818-4424 Pager: (909)448-0061	San Bernardino and Riverside Counties	Working with pregnant women and their newborns have beenmy specialty since 1998. In addition to being a birth doula, I teachLamaze classes at Loma Linda University Medical Center. To betterserve my clients, I am also an International Board Certified LactationConsultant. I have co-founded Doulas of Arrowhead.
Mikki Melinda Anderson StressBusters Body Therapy Center	Prenatal/post-partum massage therapist, communityeducator, Infant Massage trainer Phone	Phone: 661-294-5009 Cellular: 661-645-3726	Santa Clarita and San Fernando Valleys	Certified doula and working towards my postpartum doulacertification and childbirth educator certification. As a labor doulaI have experience in various areas of childbirth including VBAC, teenand high risk pregnancy.
Joanna Albrecht-German Blissful Transitions	Certified HypnoBirthing Practitioner, Hypnotherapist	Phone: 916-256-6738 FaxWebsite Fax: 913-722-5377 Cellular: 816-305-0391 Website	Kansas City and associated areas	My services include: 1-2 prenatal birth visits todiscuss your birthing options, to share information and history, writea birthing plan and to answer questions. I stay with youconstantly from the time you call me that you are in labor, whether atyour home or at the hospital, until 1-2 hours after the baby isborn. One postpartum visit to answer your questions and assist youin any way that I can. I also am available to provide postpartumservices.
Brenda Stringer Lodi Birth Services		Phone: 209-339-4597 209-339-1058	I travel the San Joaquin Valley and beyond attending births inLodi, Galt,Stockton,Tracy,Sacramento,Manteca and surrounding communities within an hours distance.	I am a doulacurrently certifying with Doulas of North America and Childbirth International .I am also training as a childbirth educator . I have attended several recent births and work on a sliding scale so that every woman may have a doula at her side .Please dont let lack of funds stop you from calling .I am willing to attend a birth for free for certification purposes .
Yvonne Novak Doula With Love	CD(DONA) CCE(CAPPA)CPPD*(CAPPA)	Phone: 661.254.2069 Cellular: 661-433-0237 Website	Santa Clarita, San Fernando Valley, San Gabriel Valley, LosAngeles	I am a birth doula, childbirth educator and am currentlypending certification for PP doula. I am also a former LLL leader and Bradley instructor having been involved in the birthing community since 1979
Sheree Daley American Academy of Husband Coached Childbirth	AAHCC	Phone: (714) 543-4404 Fax: (714) 543-4404 Cellular: (714) 878-0345 Website	Santa Ana/Anaheim	I am an Affiliated Bradley Instructor, teaching naturalchildbirth classes in the Orange County area. Learn about options for labor and having a positive experience.
LORRAINE SHORMAN INNOVATIVE CHILDBIRTH SERVICES	CD (DONA), CCBE (CAPPA), CIMI (IAIM)	Phone: 714-624-3495 Cellular: 562-598-7754 Website	Covering all of Orange County and Los Angeles County.	I am a certified doula, DONA trained, Perinatal SupportSpecialist (Birth Wisdom), Certified Childbirth Educator (CAPPA), Certified Hypnobabies Instructor, Certified Infant Massage Instructor, Certified Prenatal Parenting Instructor, and Lactation Educator (CAPPA pending). I offer a multitude of services, resources and support for new moms. It is my firm belief that labor support enhances the birth experience for the entire family and I will do my best to make sure your birth is an experience you will always remember. Please contact me for a free in-home consultation.
Deborah Eacock	CBE(ALACE), certifying with DONA	Phone: (559)446-1998	Fresno and Clovis, CA	As a childbirth educator, doula and prenatal yogainstructor I endeavor to bring all women into birth with mindfulness and compassion. Private birthing classes are available and I work with teens and single parents.
Jeanette S. Faull Womyn Awakening	CNMI	Phone: (209)467-4040 Cellular: (209)608-6765 Website	Central California, Lodi to Turlock Tracy, Escalon and Oakdale	Womyn Awakening offer Doula Services, Newborn Massage, Childbirth Preparation, Rites of Passage, Bellycasting, and Holistic Wellness Services
Mireille Halley Ordinary Miracles	DONA, ALACE	Phone: 562 537-9442 Website	LA and Orange County area, & parts of San Bernadino County	A natural birth specialist & strong believer in informedconsent. I present scientifically accurate, evidence based information blended with spiritual and emotional preparation for pregnancy birth and parenting. Early pregnancy classes, birth options consultations, belly casting and information on homebirth and midwifery also available.
Lisa Marie Dome Birth Matters	CLA (ALACE), CCE (ALACE)	Phone: 951-413-6453 Fax: 951-413-6453 Cellular: 951-323-7193 Website	Riverside County and surrounding areas	Birth Matters provides private, in-home childbirthclasses, nutritional and fitness support. Classes are tailored to each person based on need and knowledge. Warm supportive care.
Darla Burns In Due Time	CD(DONA)	Phone: (661) 294-5009 Cellular: (661) 645-3726 Website	Santa Clarita Valley, San Fernando Valley, San Gabriel Valley,Simi Valley, Greater L.A. area	I am a certified labor doula and Happiest Baby on theBlock Instructor. I am working towards my certification for Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator and Lactation Educator. I have experience with VBAC, Teens, C-sections and twins. I love my job!
Sunshine Chrispeels Sol Beginnings	Level I Birthing from Within Mentor	Phone: 858 677 9094 Cellular: 858 245 9244 Website	San Diego County	I am a mother of three boys and a birth doula, in trainingto become a midwife. I am also a childbirth educator, trained in thephilosophy of Birthing from Within. I will become a level II mentorfor Birthing from Within next month. I especially enjoy working withteen moms.
Caitlin Philips, M.A., C.Ht. The Tao of Birthing	Birth Doulas of L.A./Member DASC,HypnoBirthing(r) CE	Phone: 310.239.4023 Website	West L.A., Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, CA	"Creating a more peaceful world, through peacefulbirthing one mother and one baby at a time."
Teresa Ricketts Life's Little Miracles	In training for CD and CBE (CBI)	Phone: 805-630-7488 Cellular: 805-630-7488 Website	Ventura County, San Fernando Valley	I am in the process of obtaining my doula and childbirth educator certification from Childbirth International.
April, Amy and Kellie Beyond Creative Conception	CD(DONA), ICCE, CPD, IBCLC	Phone: 949.597.3191 Fax: 949.597.3199 Cellular: 714.878.1889 Website	We cover the entire Orange County area	Beyond Creative Conception specializes in Childbirth,Baby Care, Baby Safety, and Breastfeeding classes either at our office or in your home. We also offer birth and postpartum doula services as well as Lactation support.
Brandi Hall Loving Debut Birth Services	CD(DONA), ICCE	Phone: (916) 955-1933	The greater Sacramento area	I am a certified doula, providing emotional and physicalsupport to birthing woman. I am also a certified childbirth educator and will provide private, reasonably priced classes, tailored to me the needs of the woman and her partner.
Michelle Gaymon Downtown Doula	AAHCC, CPD(DONA)-In process	Phone: 916.320.7172 Website	Greater Sacramento and beyond	I teach private Bradley Classes and can also assist inthe transition from pregnancy to parenthood with postpartum services.
Brooke Myung MotherBirth		Phone: (209) 551-5797 Website	Modesto and up to one hour drive from Modesto.	Homeschooling mother to three, Doula since 2001. Ioffer birth consultation, doula, birth photography and childbirth education services. Always available for breastfeeding assistance- just call! Experienced in hospital and home births. See my website for more.
Michelle Bellamy Mia Luna Holistic Services	HCHI, AT, Cht, MT	Phone: 818-266-9699 Cellular: 818-266-9699 Website Other:	Simi Valley, Ca Tarzana, CA	Certified in Hypnobabies(C)Natural ChildbirthEducation, a complete childbirth education with the valuable addition of strong mental visualization techniques, deep relaxation, and belief system work that releases you to have a calm, beautiful and well informed birth experience. I am also a Certified Aromatherapist and Theta Healing Practitioner working to provide the birth that every woman and baby deserve. Calm and Beautiful!
Lisa Gartin Birthrightrn	RN, LCCE, CLEC, DOula	Phone: 559-225-2012 Website	The Central Valley: Fresno, Clovis, Visalia, foothill ares.	I have been practicing as a Bith Doula for 5 years now,with experience in Homebirth and VBAC. Being a RN I am not intimidated in the hospital setting at all, and can help you have the Birth you desire. You will remeber your birth forever... make it memorable, Birthright!
Jennifer Mathews Certified Bradley Method(r) Childbirth Educator	AAHCC	Phone: 559-908-5821	Clovis/Fresno, CA	The Bradley Method(r) course is a 12-week course withan emphasis on Husband-Coached Natural Childbirth. Some topics include exercise, nutrition, pregnancy, coach's role, relaxation techniques, stages of labor/birth, breastfeeding, unexpected situations, postpartum, newborn procedures, etc.
Connie Merritt	LCCE(Lamaze),CD(DONA),LSS,CCE(UCSD)	Phone: 858-483-6321 Cellular: 858-213-1127	All aound San Diego area,Home Birth,UCSD,(Birth Center &L&D) Best Start Birth Center, Encinitas,Tri City, Mary Birch,Grossmont,Kaiser, Pomerado,Paradise Valley,Palomar, Mercy, and others.	As a Labor Support Specialist/Doula and ChildbirthEducator I help families to prepare for, and enjoy the arrival of their babies. Being well informed and prepared empowers parents to take an active role in their birthing process. A supportive team with open communication improves the entire experience.
Candace Leach Midwifery & Doula Services	LM, CPM, CCE, CD, CPD, CNMI	Phone: 562-272-4541 Website	Long Beach and Surrounding Areas Of Greater Los Angelesand Orange County	Providing Professional Prenatal, Childbirth, &Postpartum Services Since 1996.
Sunshine Tomlin Sunshine Midwifery	LM, CPM	Phone: 831-335-3211	South Bay Area and Santa Cruz County	Sunshine is a graduate of the National MidwiferyInstitute and a Licensed Midwife in the State of California. Her philosophy of care is founded on the desire to help women and families create a space in which they feel safe and impowered, thereby creating a positive birth experience for all.
Maureen Hinds, BCCE Birth, Babies & Beyond	BCCE	Phone: 408-297-BABY Website	South Bay Area - Palo Alto to Gilroy	Serving birthing families since 1990 - Bradley NaturalChildbirth classes, birth doula and post partum doula.
Helen Loucado Maternal Instincts	RN, Doula certified with ALACE, ChildbirthEducatorALACE trained, Licensed massage therapist certified in pregnancymassage. Certified Instructor of Infant Massage through Foundationfor Healthy Family Living	Phone: 805 643-4354 Cellular: 805 407-0457	Ventura County California	Registered nurse with holistic perspective. Gentle,professional care. Educating and supporting women in their choices in childbirth and mothering. Midwife's Assistant attending home and freestanding birth center births.
Angela Dale RN CLE A Mothers Journey	RN, CLE	Phone: 951-541-0785 Website	Inland Empire and San Diego North County	I am an RN experienced in maternal child health andperinal education. I am a Lactation educator counselor currently attending UCSD to complete the Lactation Consultant program. Extensive breastfeeding education and support experience as well as Labor/Delivery, Postpartum and Newborn care. I am also certified by Dr. Harvey Karp as a Happiest Baby on the Block instructor.
Alisha Tamburri	CD, ALACE, CCHT, MH	Phone: 818-775-1868 Website	Los Angeles, San Fernando Valley	HypnoBirthing® is a complete Childbirth Educationcourse which prepares the mother and her birth companion for pregnancy, birth and parenthood. HypnoBirthing helps release conscious and subconscious fears. When the mind and body are relaxed birthing does not have to hurt! Alisha Tamburri is a Clinical Hypnotherapist, HypnoBirthing® Instructor, and Birth Doula who gave birth blissfully; pain free, drug free to her daughters using hypnosis. She has helped hundreds of couples experience fearless births. The class is a hands-on learning experience in a fun environment. Alisha is a Birth Doula trained through A.L.A.C.E. (Association of Labor Assistants & Childbirth Educators) and Golden Bridge Khalsa Way Pregnancy Training with Gurmukh Khalsa. Her background as a Hypnotherapist and HypnoBirthing® Instructor enhances her ability to keep the mother relaxed, focused, and empowered to have a profound and joyous birthing experience. Alisha Tamburri CCHT, MH, has also been helping clients turn breech babies, alleviate panic attacks, reduce pain, quit smoking, lose weight and overcome other personal obstacles for over 20 years. Alisha's involvement in HypnoBirthing® has been featured in numerous publications and TV shows.
Lilly Meehan Childbirth Education	www.venturabirthclass.com	Phone: 805 647 6633 Fax: 805 647 4895 Website	Ventura, Oxnard, Camarillo, Santa Paula, Ojai, Fillmore,Thousand Oaks	Childbirth Class series, Early Pregnancy Classes, BabyCare Basics Classes, Video Childbirth Classes, Birth Class In A Bag, Crash Course.
Sheridan Ripley Enjoy Birth	DONA, HCHI	Phone: 949-292-3710 Website	Centra/South Orange County	Hypnobabies Classes, VBAC support
Sarah Haskins RN, CBE, CBC Healthy Baby and Me	Registered Nurse, Specialized in Labor andDeliveryand Perioperative Nursing *(scrub and circulate C/S), CertifiedChildbirth Educator, Certified Breastfeeding Councelor, CertifiedCPRInstructor ACLS/BLS, NRP certified, Advanced Fetal Monitoring	Phone: 949-878-8950 Fax: na Cellular: 949-878-8950 Pager: na Website	Newport Beach, CA Southern California	Please see www.healthybabyandme.com for completedetails
Jeanne Batacan Mothers and Babies First	ICCE, ICD, CLE, CLC	Phone: 408-779-7479 Cellular: 408-802-2328	South San Jose, Morgan Hill, Gilroy, California	I have been doing birth work and teaching for over 20years in the community as well as privately. I am also a certified Happiest Baby Instructor. I love working with families to help empower them to have safer more satisfying births, happier postpartum adjustments and more success with breastfeeding.
Lori Luyten, LM, CPM Ancient Paths Midwifery	LM, CPM, CCCE	Phone: (909) 597-4107 Website	Inland Empire, North Orange County, Corona/Riverside, EasternLos Angeles County	"In-Home Birth Center" care including individual orgroup (Centering) prenatal care, free birth kit and usage of a birthing tub. Specialize in Water Birth! Compassionate, gentle and respectful care. Bradley childbirth education and referrals to local doulas.
Coleen Salazar Experience Birth	CD (ALACE), Birthing From Within Mentor	Phone: 760-644-1826 Cellular: 760-644-1826 Website	San Diego County	Available for childbirth preparation, birth andpostpartum doula services. Experienced with VBACs, teens, single moms, and families with multiples.
Laurie Chamberlin B. "Better Birthing"	CD(DONA), ICCE, LE	Phone: 530.477.5442 Website	Grass Valley, Auburn, Nevada City, Meadow Vista, Colfax, PennValley, Rough and Ready, Cedar Ridge	Laurie is certified as a Doula/Birth Assistant,Childbirth Educator & Lactation Educator. As a childbirth professional, she works with women and their partners during pregnancy, birth and postpartum to gently support and educate them to have the kind of birth experience they aspire to have. "Empowering couples by giving them information and letting them know their choices helps them to fully invest in their experience. Each woman births differently and getting to know her through prenatal contact teaches me how to help her specifically and individually."
Rena Ward Integrative Childbirth Services	Certified Labor Doula, Childbirth Educator,HappiestBaby on the Block Instructor and Labor Doula Trainer (CAPPA)	Phone: 562.925.6948 Website	Lakewood, Los Alamitos, Long Beach, Torrance, Redondo Beach,Manhattan Beach, San Pedro, Hungtinton Beach, Seal Beach and surrounding areas	Bringing Knowledge and Compassion to your birth forover 6 years. The SouthWest Regional and State Rep for CAPPA, on the Board of Directors for Doulas Association of Southern CA (DASC) and also Doulas of the South Bay
Helen Loucado RN LMT CLA CIIM Maternal Instincts	CLA (ALACE CIIM (Foundation forHealthy Family Living	Phone: (805)643-4354 Cellular: (805)407-0457 Website	Ventura County, Santa Barbara	RN offering holistic, gentle care. ChildbirthEducation, Infant Massage instruction, birth doula, breastfeeding support, other classes
Monique Schneider 1621 Childbirth Education		Phone: 209-712-4201 Website	Lodi, CA	Offering comprehensive Christian naturalchildbirth education. Stay at home mommy to 3, the last born at home. I am currently nursing. So you will be learning from someone who in not only knowledgeable and up-to-date, but a teacher who really understands pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding. I also offer pregnancy exercise programs and nutrition counselling. I offer pregnancy and postpartum phone support for my clients as well.
Hagar Sacramento Childbirth Classes	ICEA certifed childbirth educator andcertifed doula	Phone: 916-596-0425 Website	Sacramento, California	Natural childbirth classes.
Stacie Bingham, CD(DONA) Birthmark Doula Services	CD(DONA)	Phone: 530.893.2890 Website	Chico, CA and surrounding areas	I am a Lamaze-trained childbirth educator,DONA-certified birth doula, and a breastfeeding counselor with over 2000 direct counseling hours.
Renee Cardenas Hypnotherapy	Certified Hypnotherapist, NLP Trainer,HypnoFertility Therapist, HypnoBirthing Practitioner	Phone: 805 906 6391 818 980 8288 Website	Los Angeles	As a Hypnotherapist my specialty isHypnoFertility and Childbirth education. All about Babies!!!!
Childbirth Education Classes & Products, Inc. (CECP) Childbirth Education Classes & Products, Inc. (CECP)	RN,BSN,CCE,CBC	Phone: (951) 675-2911 Website	Riverside County California and surrounding cities	Providers of Childbirth and Newborn CareClasses by private instruction. CECP also offers follow-up postpartum support services. Please visit our website for a detailed description of our classes and services. We also have an online store which features products for expectant parents.
Julie Gilbert Lil' Footprints	CD(DONA), CIMI, EMT	Phone: 209-574-9341 Fax: 209-574-9341 Cellular: 209-404-5429	Central California from Sacramento to Merced, Sonora to Tracy	Julie is a wife and a mother of 7 children anda grandmother of 4 children. She has been attending births since 1989. She is a certified Birth Doula through DONA as well as a current member. She also is the Vice-President of Birth Alliance of Central California(BACC). Julie also holds a current certification as a CIMI (Certified Infant massage Instructor) through IAIM. She has also volunteered at The San Joaquin General Hospital Family Maternity Center in Stockton, CA.In the past Julie has held additional certifications as a Emergency Medial Technician and a CRP Instructor. She worked at Memorial Hospital Modesto, Ca. in the emergency room as well as teaching CRP to local firefighters and EMS personnel. Julie is currently writing a book to help aid in late pregnancy issues and participating in additional education and certifications. Her goal is to become a Writer and Birth Doula Trainer with DONA. To teach, educate and certify more Doulas in Central California. She would like to see BACC expand with more Doulas who believe in bringing more awareness about mother-baby friendly options and informed choices to expectant families.Philosophy Birth is not a medical procedure. It is a beautiful natural process that women delight in sharing with their families so that they may create respectful and loving relationships. However, medical interventions are sometime necessary and therefore we must all work together or it is counter productive and unfair to women. Women should have the option to birth the way that they want. After all, we are not just birthing a baby, we are birthing a mother, father...a family.
Gail Barela Birth Option Services	AAHCC (Bradley), CD (DONA)pending, CLE(CAPPA)pending	Phone: 310-308-8947 Website	Los Angeles County, South Bay, Beach Cites, Long Beach,Orange County	My name is Gail! My husband Leonard and I havebeen married for 29 years. We have five children (Andrea 28, Jacqueline 24, Aaron 22, Joshua 4, Jonathan 2), and one grandchild (Nathan 7 months). All my children were delivered naturally and without drug intervention, and were breastfed. My husband and I teach childbirth classes. I teach breastfeeding classes. I am a birth/labor doula. We also rent birthing tubs.
Glyol Pannbechi Spirit of Love Childbirth Services	MA, ACCE, CD	Phone: 310 4030379 Cellular: 310 4030379 Website	Santa Monica, W. Los angeles, Los Angeles, Hollywood	I am a Childbirth Educator, Birth Doula,Postpartum Doula, Hypno-Birthing instructor and MA candidate in Prenatal and Perinatal Psychology. Trained in Childbirth Education, Hypno-Birthing and Birth Doula . I have my training by Lamaze, Birthing from Within (Pam England) and at Santa Barbara Graduate School. Being a mother myself and giving births naturally make me more qualified to guide parent(s) through the most life transforming event of life. My mission is to promote healthy, fulfilling and memorable childbearing experiences for women and their families. My primary goal in every birth is to ensure the safety of both mother and baby. Therefore, I am open to the use of medication or other remedies when it is in the best interest of both mother and child. combining the rich culture of ancient Persia and my experience living in the United States since 1976, I respect the uniqueness of each individual birth experience according to the family's culture, moral integrity, and value system. I am currently teaching to individuals privately, Home Birth and at The Pump Station of Santa Monica and Hollywood.
Heather Ward BirthLore	BD(DONA), PD, CCE, CLE	Website	Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Mountain View, Palo Alto	Mother of Two, Birth and Postpartum Doula,Childbirth Educator, Babycare and Breastfeeding Educator see website for more information
Jen Camomile Sundance Childbirth Services		Phone: (805) 217-5072 Cellular: (805) 217-5072 Website	Ventura County and the San Fernando Valley	Birth Doula & Childbirth Educator. I supportwomen in hospital, home and birth center births.
Angel Galvan Mothers 2 Be	certified doula/childbirth ed breastsupport (dona)	Phone: (209)888-4581 Cellular: (209)808-8318 Website	Stockton, Lodi, Manteca, French camp, lathrop, Modesto	labor or birth doulas provide physical,emotional and informational support to women and their partners before, during and immediately after birth. A doula's continuous reassurance combined with comfort measures such as massage and advice on labor enhancing techniques can decrease pain and anxiety for the laboring mother. Several studies indicate that a doula's presence can contribute to shorter labors, fewer complications, reduced rates of Cesarean sections and fewer requests for pain medication. The ultimate goal of the labor doula is to help each woman have a fulfilling childbirth experience on her own terms.
Trisha Olow	CD(DONA), CCE	Phone: 619-347-0579	San Diego
Jennifer Rizzuti Vibrant Transitions for Birth & Parenthood	AAHCC, CGE	Phone: 503-867-7801 Website	Sacramento and surrounding areas	I teach Bradley Method childbirth classes andBringing Baby Home workshops assisting couples in preparing for a natural and positive birth experience as well as giving research based skills and tools to increase relationship satisfaction and cope with the transition a new baby brings.
Maggie Watkins A Birth Story Birth Doula	CLE, DONA, ALACE (Doula Training)	Phone: 619-315-5703 Cellular: 619-315-5703 Website	San Diego, CA	All Women, Teens, Over 35, Adoptions, Gay &Lesbian, Low Risk, High Risk, VBAC, On Bed Rest, Multiples Un-medicated, Medicated
Rena' Koerner (Ward) Integrative Childbirth Services	Certified Doula (CAPPA & DONA),Childbirth Educator (CAPPA), Lactation Educator (CAPPA),Happiest Baby on the Block Educator and Labor Doula Trainer (CAPPA)	Phone: 562.925.6948 Website	Los Angeles and Orange Counties (to include Lakewood,Long Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, Los Alamitos)	Bringing Knowledge and Compassion to theBirthing Place Trained in a variety of supportive techniques, I hold dual certification with CAPPA/DONA as a Birth Doula, Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified Happiest Baby Instructor, Reiki Practitioner, and CAPPA Certified Labor Doula Trainer and an excellent informational resource to newly expectant mothers and their partners.
Celine Negrete Celine Negrete Childbirth	ICCE	Phone: 530-273-8704 Website	Grass Valley, Nevada City, Sacramento area	Also offering private Birthing From Withinclasses and a Newborn Care class.
Joyce Moxley Thomas, MHA, CPM, LM AquaNatal Birth Spa Center, Inc.	Certified Professional Midwife,Certified Hypnobabies Instructor	Phone: 909-591-2924 Fax: 909-297-3428 Website Other:	Southern California, San Bernardino/Riverside Counties,Chino, Chino Hills, Ontario, Clareont, Corona, Riverside, Walnut, Diamond Bar	We provide waterbirth, homebirth, VBAC servicesby Licensed Midwives. Other services include Hypnobabies childbirth education, AquaNatal Yoga classes in water, breastfeeding support, fertility counseling. Well Woman care including annual exams, pap & breast exams, FemCaps non-hormonal birth control cervical caps.
France Wilson The Blessings Of Birth, Moms Birthing Moms	LVN, HypnoFertility, HypnoBirthingEducator, HypnoBirthing Doula & Trainer, Postpartum Doula,HypnoCoach, Breastfeeding Support	Phone: 619-964-1971 Cellular: 619-964-1971 Website Other:	Central & North San Diego County. From Hillcrest, LaMesa, PB all the way to Fallbrook & Vista	Teaching HypnoBirthing for 4 years. HypnoCoachor Consulting Hypnotist focusing on pregnancy through Postpartum. Helping mom with "hands-on" breastfeeding & newborn care training at home with baby. Training Doulas to be familiar with HypnoBirthing.
Lisa Spiegel, LCCE, LE	LCCE, LE, CLD	Phone: (818) 317-3264 Cellular: (818) 317-3264	San Fernando Valley	I've been teaching Lamaze for more than 12years in the San Fernando Valley. My goal is to provide expectant parents with the most up to date medical information and tried and true Comfort Measures to help them create the best birth experience possible.
Leslie Sandoval Blessed Baby Doula Services	DONA Trained Birth and Postpartum,Hypnobabies Instructor, Happiest Baby on the Block Educator	Phone: 949-235-9834 Cellular: 949-235-9834 Website	Orange County, North San Diego County, South Los Angeles County	I believe in providing caring, knowledgeablesupport and guidance to new mothers, their partners, and their families, throughout pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period. Birth is a beautiful and life changing event in a woman's life, and should be treated with joyful respect. Allow me to help you celebrate the arrival of your blessed baby!
Jen Natural Baby Pros		Phone: 760-525-6018 Website	We're located in San Diego, but we provide nationalservice as well.	Natural Baby Pros is an online resource fornatural-focused fertility, pregnancy, birth and baby services. Visit www.NaturalBabyPros.com to find more information.
Audrey Kalman Peninsula Birth Companions	CD(DONA)	Phone: 650-303-2405 Cellular: 650-303-2405 Website	San Francisco Bay area - SF Peninsula from SanFrancisco to Santa Clara.	We are a team of doulas providing birth andpostpartum doula services and education (childbirth, breastfeeding).
Jennifer Matsumoto Enlightened Birthing	CCE, CLE, CD(DONA)	Phone: 619-855-3327 Website	San Diego	I teach childbirth and breastfeeding at manylocal hospitals and also privately. I have 3 children of my own. I am a certified Doula and would love to help you through your labor no matter the setting,hospital, home or birth center.

POSTPARTUM DOULAS
Name/Email	Certifications	Contact Info	Location of practice	Profile
Quincy J. Bates	CD(DONA)	Phone: (760) 363-1906 Other:	Coachella Valley:Palm Springs/Rancho Mirage/Indio Area	I am a mother of 4, plus another due in Feb. 01. I have been certified with DONA for almost 4 years and I am currently working on my re-certification. I am a Birth & Postpartum doula, and I also assist with breastfeeding. Please contact me if you are in the Coachella Valley area, It would be an honor to assist you, in one of the most miraculous times of your life, bringing your baby into the world!
Leah Elliott A Womans Way Doula Service	CD(DONA), CLE (Certified Lactation Educator)	Phone: 661-834-0465 Website	Bakersfield	Local breastfeeding support groups available. Breastfeeding comfort line. Birth and post partum doula services
Carolyn Wolfberg A LABOR OF LOVE & BEYOND	CD(DONA) CPD(NAPCS)	Phone: 310-440-2944 Fax: 310-476-0881 Cellular: 310-994-3692 Pager: 310-994-3692 Website	All of So.Ca. Have traveled where & whenever needed. (even Hawaii)	Member of CAPPA,DASC,& CEAOC Teen Pregnancy Volunteer, ST. ANNE'S Home(for unwed teens) Volunteer, Cedars-Sinai Hos. LA. nursery, 7yrs.
Leslie Walsh All Birthing Care Doula Services	DONA Trained, Member of CAPPA	Phone: 831-818-4512 Other:		DONA trained Mothering the Mother work shop, Member of CAPPA, and CPR and Standard First Aid Trained.
April Adams	ICCE, CLE, Postpartum Doula	Phone: 714 878 1889	Serving all of Orange County and some of LA County	I am a Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified LactationEducator and a Postpartum Doula. I provide classes at hospitals butalso in home. If woman is on bedrest or cant get to class I willgladly arrange to come to home and give them a private class. I alsocan be called upon for breastfeeding assistance. My Postpartum Doulaservices are mostly during evenings and weekends.
NANCY MEDINA POSTPARTUM DOULA SERVICES	CPD CAPPA	Phone: (818)708-3961 Fax: SAME Cellular: (818)422-1301	SAN FERNANDO VALLEY AS WELL AS WEST LOS ANGELES.	I am a postpartum doula who practices in the San FernandoValley and Westside areas. My services include care of mother andinfant during the postpartum period. I will answer questions relatedto infant care, help with light housekeeping, prepare snacks andmeals, do laundry and assist with the care of older siblings. Baby andpostpartum mother massage
Kathleen Sullivan Softslumbers	CAPPA	Phone: 310 276.1605 Cellular: 310 486.1040 Website	Greater Los Angeles Area	Postpartum Doula and Baby Nurse. 24 hour shiftsavailable. Mothering tips for new mothers, breast feeding support,sleep training.
Sunshine Tomlin Beautiful Beginnings		Phone: (831) 335-3211	Santa Cruz County and Los Gatos	I am a mother of two. I have been practicing as a doulasince 2001, and have attended over 50 births. I was certified throughDONA as a doula, and I am currently teaching Homebirth CBE classes. Ienjoy helping women create empowered cirthing experiences.
Sara Duggan Mommie-Care	CD(in training) CPD(in training)	Phone: 916-722-4765 Website	Sacramento, Citrus Heights, Carmichael, Oak Park, NorthHighlands, Roseville, Davis Description
Rosane Vieira Baby Bliss Postpartum Doula Services	Postpartum doula (DONA); Lactation Educator (UCLA),Reflexology	Phone: (818)774-1342 Fax: Cellular: (818)943-3413 Website Other:	Los Angeles including West La, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Pac.Palisades, San Fernando Valley, Conejo Valley, Ventura	In-home services (overnight/day) including newborn care, breastfeeding assistance,instruct parents in baby's care and soothing a crying baby, "Mothering the mother", light household
Valerie Ybarra Baby Nurse on the go	C.N.A.& P.C.T, CPR, Working on certification as a ppdoula with CAPPA,	Phone: 770-445-1037 Fax: Cellular: 678-431-1373 Website Other:	Will travelanywhere in California Expenses paid for by the family	I am a traveling ppdoula/babynurse.Assist withbreastfeeding,newborn education,multiples,& night care. I work 24/6 for up to a 2week time period.I've worked mother/baby in the third largest hospital in the states known for delivering babies.Able to put new parents at ease & help them feel better educated and comfortable caring for their baby.I am there to meet your needs.
Darla Burns In Due Time	CD(DONA)	Phone: (661) 294-5009 Cellular: (661) 645-3726 Website	Santa Clarita Valley, San Fernando Valley, San Gabriel Valley,Simi Valley, Greater L.A. area	I am a certified labor doula and Happiest Baby on theBlock Instructor. I am working towards my certification for Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator and Lactation Educator. I have experience with VBAC, Teens, C-sections and twins. I love my job!
Doryan Graham		Phone: 760 2496504	Live in Wrightwood, Hospital in Santa Monica CA
Yvonne Novak Doula With Love	CD(DONA) CCE(CAPPA)CPPD*(CAPPA)	Phone: 661.254.2069 Cellular: 661-433-0237 Website	Santa Clarita, San Fernando Valley, San Gabriel Valley, LosAngeles	I am a birth doula, childbirth educator and am currentlypending certification for PP doula. I am also a former LLL leader and Bradley instructor having been involved in the birthing community since 1979
Shawn Adams GoodLife Postpartum Doula Services	"The Happiest Baby on the Block" CertifiedEducator	Cellular: 925-980-8823	Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin, San Ramon, Danville, Tracy	I am a DONA-trained postpartum doula, offering day ornight help after the birth of your baby or babies. I can offering breastfeeding assistance, am CPR and first aid certified, and am a Certified Educator for "The Happiest Baby on the Block", an incredibly effective baby soothing technique. Additionally, I offer classes for Basic Newborn Care. I am the mother of 2 little boys.
Teresa Ricketts Life's Little Miracles	In training for CD and CBE (CBI)	Phone: 805-630-7488 Cellular: 805-630-7488 Website	Ventura County, San Fernando Valley	I am in the process of obtaining my doula and childbirth educator certification from Childbirth International.
April, Amy and Kellie Beyond Creative Conception	CD(DONA), ICCE, CPD, IBCLC	Phone: 949.597.3191 Fax: 949.597.3199 Cellular: 714.878.1889 Website	We cover the entire Orange County area	Beyond Creative Conception specializes in Childbirth,Baby Care, Baby Safety, and Breastfeeding classes either at our office or in your home. We also offer birth and postpartum doula services as well as Lactation support.
Kim Opferman Kim Opferman's Doula Service	CD (DONA), Infant and Adult CPR	Phone: 818-597-9719 Cellular: 818-730-2816	Serving the San Fernando and Ventura Valleys	I provide postpartum support which includes but notlimited to: breastfeeding instruction and support, infant education, newborn characteristics, meal preparation, sibling care, light housekeeping, and emotional support.
Noreen McCarthy Night Nurse Postpartum Doula	CD (NAPCS)	Phone: 650 303-4027	San Francisco, Marin, Hillsborough and Burlingame	I provide nighttime care for your newborn while youget some needed sleep. My hours vary but I usually work from 10pm to 6am and I work 5 nights a week. I also work with another trained Doula in the event you need more coverage. My colleagues name is Mary Nuckton and she is available to work 3 nights a week if that is what you require. We are both trained with NAPCS (National Association of Postpartum Care Services.), registered with Trustline, CPR/First Aid Certified and have excellent local references. Our rates are competitive and again our hours can vary depending on each job requirement and requests. We look forward speaking with you Good Luck!
Michelle Gaymon Downtown Doula	AAHCC, CPD(DONA)-In process	Phone: 916.320.7172 Website	Greater Sacramento and beyond	I teach private Bradley Classes and can also assist inthe transition from pregnancy to parenthood with postpartum services.
Jennifer Phillips Tiny Miracles Doula Service	in training, CBI	Phone: (714)709-6574 Website	Orange County/LA county	I am currently in training through CBI to become adoula. I have attended just a few births so far, and have 4 children of my own. Being a doula is the second most important thing in my life (my kids are #1!). I look forward to finishing up my training and making a career out of being a doula. Please check out my website for more info!
Candace Leach Midwifery & Doula Services	LM, CPM, CCE, CD, CPD, CNMI	Phone: 562-272-4541 Website	Long Beach and Surrounding Areas Of Greater Los Angelesand Orange County	Providing Professional Prenatal, Childbirth, &Postpartum Services Since 1996.
Maureen Hinds, BCCE Birth, Babies & Beyond	BCCE	Phone: 408-297-BABY Website	South Bay Area - Palo Alto to Gilroy	Serving birthing families since 1990 - Bradley NaturalChildbirth classes, birth doula and post partum doula.
Tracy Garske As You Wish Birth Services	CBI & DONA trained	Cellular: 707-315-5364 Website	North & East Bay region of the Bay Area.
Deanna Barberino San Diego Doulas	CD DONA	Phone: (619) 946-7887 Website	San Diego, California	Giving birth to a child is an amazing and extraordinaryexperience! However, Pregnancy, Labor, Delivery, and Postpartum can be overwhelming for many Moms, Dads and Families. My name is Deanna Barberino, I am a Antepartum, Labor and Postpartum Doula here in San Diego. I am committed to help make this very special time in your life as wondrous and stress-free as possible.
Veronica Hinojosa_Stang	Birth and Post Partum trained, certifying withDONA
Jeanne Batacan Mothers and Babies First	ICCE, ICD, CLE, CLC	Phone: 408-779-7479 Cellular: 408-802-2328	South San Jose, Morgan Hill, Gilroy, California	I have been doing birth work and teaching for over 20years in the community as well as privately. I am also a certified Happiest Baby Instructor. I love working with families to help empower them to have safer more satisfying births, happier postpartum adjustments and more success with breastfeeding.
Coleen Salazar Experience Birth	CD (ALACE), Birthing From Within Mentor	Phone: 760-644-1826 Cellular: 760-644-1826 Website	San Diego County	Available for childbirth preparation, birth andpostpartum doula services. Experienced with VBACs, teens, single moms, and families with multiples.
Quincy J Bates CD(DONA) DoulaCare Birth & Postpartum Support	CD(DONA), Happiest Baby Educator, MidwiferyStudent &Assistant	Phone: 760 228-1011 Cellular: 760 408-6029	Coachella Valley (Desert Hospital, JFK hospital) and HighDesert areas (Hi Desert Medical and Robert E Bush Naval Hospital 29 Palms)and Home Births in the surrounding areas.	I am a mother of 6, I have been certified with DONAfor 11 years. I am a Birth & Postpartum doula, a National College of Midwifery student. I assist with breastfeeding and I am a Happiest Baby on the Block Educator. I assist 2 local midwives with their clients in our local area. Please contact me if you are in the Coachella Valley area, It would be an honor to assist you, in one of the most miraculous times of your life, bringing your baby into the world!
Susan Bell Golden Gate Postpartum Care	Natural Resources, Montessori	Phone: 415-793-0580 Website	San Francisco	Experience with twins & preemies. Also withsibling care and adaptation. I do light cooking and laundry.
Marcy Sauter	Postpartum Doula DONA	Phone: (714)351- 7915 Website	Southern California
Alexis Manning Sierra Doulas	In process of receiving Certification from Dona	Phone: 530-432-3549 Cellular: 530-559-0423 Website	Grass Valley, Nevada City, Penn Valley, Roseville, YubaCity, Beale Air Force Base, Colfax	I am a labor and postpartum doula offeringloving an unbiased support to expecting families.It is my desire that every laboring woman has continuous, undivided attention and the support she needs throughout her labor. I support the mother in all of her decisions in order to bring about the birth experience she and her partner desire. I love what I do and feel so blessed to have been called to something so amazing!
Mary Cacciapaglia		Phone: (818) 451-8560 Cellular: (818) 451-8560 Website	San Fernando Valley,Simi Valley Agoura, AgouraHills,Calabasas, Hidden Hills, Lost Hills ,Malibu Oak Park,Thousand Oak, Westlake Village	Postpartum Doula and Lactation Educator-pending certification in both areas
Leigh William Mindful Birth and Parenting	International Doula, Infant MassageInstructor & Parent Coach	Phone: 858.259.0206 Cellular: 858.353.9626 Website Other:	US and Europe	Over the past 15 years, I have worked withchildren and their families throughout Europe and the United States, supporting women and their partners during childbirth and thereafter, providing guidance and support to families from different cultures and with different spoken languages. The one common denominator amongst us all, is that we have the desire to love, and to be loved. With extensive knowledge in the areas of childbirth, early childhood education, infant massage, multiple birth and parenting, alternative lifestyle parenting, adoption, handling difficult childhood behaviors, sleep and toilet training, and spouse/partner relationships after baby, I have been able to assist, guide and foster the natural bonding and attachment that occurs between parent and child in a multitude of situations. The focal point of my purpose in teaching begins with the concept that parents, when connected to the heart and soul of the child, know instinctively what is best for baby. It is my goal to help families to connect - mothers, fathers, sisters and brothers - to one another, so that they can better relate to the world around them. My support for the birthing mother includes breathing techniques, massage, visualization, aromatherapy, and emotional support and encouragement. However, birth is only the beginning. I will journey alongside you as your child grows and develops throughout early childhood. I will assist you in your decisions regarding breastfeeding, attachment parenting, sleep and toilet training, decisions, rights and laws regarding returning to the workplace, finding and gaining entrance into excellent preschools, and preparing for kindergarten. I seek to build a lifelong relationship with you and your family, and am very selective about my client list, as this journey will be that of an eternal friendship.
Glyol Pannbechi Spirit of Love Childbirth Services	MA, ACCE, CD	Phone: 310 4030379 Cellular: 310 4030379 Website	Santa Monica, W. Los angeles, Los Angeles, Hollywood	I am a Childbirth Educator, Birth Doula,Postpartum Doula, Hypno-Birthing instructor and MA candidate in Prenatal and Perinatal Psychology. Trained in Childbirth Education, Hypno-Birthing and Birth Doula . I have my training by Lamaze, Birthing from Within (Pam England) and at Santa Barbara Graduate School. Being a mother myself and giving births naturally make me more qualified to guide parent(s) through the most life transforming event of life. My mission is to promote healthy, fulfilling and memorable childbearing experiences for women and their families. My primary goal in every birth is to ensure the safety of both mother and baby. Therefore, I am open to the use of medication or other remedies when it is in the best interest of both mother and child. combining the rich culture of ancient Persia and my experience living in the United States since 1976, I respect the uniqueness of each individual birth experience according to the family's culture, moral integrity, and value system. I am currently teaching to individuals privately, Home Birth and at The Pump Station of Santa Monica and Hollywood.
Heather Ward BirthLore	BD(DONA), PD, CCE, CLE	Website	Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Mountain View, Palo Alto	Mother of Two, Birth and Postpartum Doula,Childbirth Educator, Babycare and Breastfeeding Educator see website for more information
Angel Galvan Mothers 2 Be	certified doula/childbirth ed breastsupport (dona)	Phone: (209)888-4581 Cellular: (209)808-8318 Website	Stockton, Lodi, Manteca, French camp, lathrop, Modesto	labor or birth doulas provide physical,emotional and informational support to women and their partners before, during and immediately after birth. A doula's continuous reassurance combined with comfort measures such as massage and advice on labor enhancing techniques can decrease pain and anxiety for the laboring mother. Several studies indicate that a doula's presence can contribute to shorter labors, fewer complications, reduced rates of Cesarean sections and fewer requests for pain medication. The ultimate goal of the labor doula is to help each woman have a fulfilling childbirth experience on her own terms.
Quincy Bates DoulaCare	CD(DONA), Midwifery Student	Phone: 760 228-1011 Website	Coachella Valley and High Desert areas	I am a mother of 6. I have been certified withDONA for more than 12 years. I am a Birth & Postpartum doula and a National College of Midwifery student. Please check out my website for more information and contact me if you are in the Coachella Valley area. It would be an honor to assist you, in one of the most miraculous times of your life, bringing your baby into the world!
Wendy Drewelow Origins Doula Services	CD(DONA)	Phone: (909) 709-7307 Website	Inland Empire: San Bernardino and Riverside counties	Whether it be preparing for your birth, laborsupport, cesarean, birth recovery, breastfeeding support, sibling care, bedrest, or postpartum care you will be supported and cared for by an experienced doula who is by your side for your comfort and to help you have the birth you desire.
Trisha Olow	CD(DONA), CCE	Phone: 619-347-0579	San Diego
Sonja Massey Baby Moon	CD(Dona) certification in process, RN,IBCLC Lactation Consultant	Phone: (831) 402-1MOM Fax: (831) 657-9702 Cellular: (831) 402-1MOM Website	Monterey, California	I am a registered nurse with over 20 yearsexperience working with new and expecting families. I have worked nursery and postpartum, public health, childbirth education and parent education. I am an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant with a private business..Baby Moon. I help moms and babes in my office or at their home. I teach classes and offer some doula services for childbirth and postpartum. I am currently finishing up my paperwork to become Dona certified as a CD.
France Wilson The Blessings Of Birth, Moms Birthing Moms	LVN, HypnoFertility, HypnoBirthingEducator, HypnoBirthing Doula & Trainer, Postpartum Doula,HypnoCoach, Breastfeeding Support	Phone: 619-964-1971 Cellular: 619-964-1971 Website Other:	Central & North San Diego County. From Hillcrest, LaMesa, PB all the way to Fallbrook & Vista	Teaching HypnoBirthing for 4 years. HypnoCoachor Consulting Hypnotist focusing on pregnancy through Postpartum. Helping mom with "hands-on" breastfeeding & newborn care training at home with baby. Training Doulas to be familiar with HypnoBirthing.
Leslie Sandoval Blessed Baby Postpartum Doula Services	CD (DONA) in process	Phone: 949-235-9834 Cellular: 949-235-9834 Website	South Orange and North San Diego County	As a postpartum doula, my goal is too make the"babymoon" period of every family's life a joyous occasion. I provide educated help and advice in breast/bottle feeding, cloth/disposable diapering, soothing, swaddling, and sleeping a baby. I also help with light housekeeping, errands, sibling care, and of course I want to mother the mother through this important life event. I am a credentialed teacher, have CPR/First Aid training, am TB tested, fingerprinted, a member of Dona, trained in breastfeeding, infant massage, and have experience with Postpartum Depression.
Becky Kopulsky Nurtured Mommy Happy Baby	CD(DONA)	Phone: (310)560-6850 Pager: (310)942-1818 Website	Los Angeles and the surrounding areas	Offering birth and postpartum doula services,including breastfeeding support, to families in and around Los Angeles.
Leslie Sandoval Blessed Baby Doula Services	DONA Trained Birth and Postpartum,Hypnobabies Instructor, Happiest Baby on the Block Educator	Phone: 949-235-9834 Cellular: 949-235-9834 Website	Orange County, North San Diego County, South Los Angeles County	I believe in providing caring, knowledgeablesupport and guidance to new mothers, their partners, and their families, throughout pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period. Birth is a beautiful and life changing event in a woman's life, and should be treated with joyful respect. Allow me to help you celebrate the arrival of your blessed baby!
DORIS KITCHIN DORIS' POSTPARTUM DOULA CARE	DONA	Phone: 951-233-0965	ORANGE COUNTY, GREATER SAN DIEGO AREA, SOUTHWESTRIVERSIDE	SPECIALIZING IN MULTIPLES, IN HOME SUPPORT FORMOM, BABY & FAMILY INFANT MASSAGE AND PARENT TRAINING WILL WORK NIGHTS, DAY, AND TRAVEL
Jen Natural Baby Pros		Phone: 760-525-6018 Website	We're located in San Diego, but we provide nationalservice as well.	Natural Baby Pros is an online resource fornatural-focused fertility, pregnancy, birth and baby services. Visit www.NaturalBabyPros.com to find more information.
JoAnn Brown Traveling Doula		Phone: 510-326-7675 Website Other:	San Francisco Bay Area. Will travel to any state.	Postpartum Doula & Multiples Baby CareSpecialist providing support for days or nights.

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Name/Email	Certifications	Contact Info	Location of practice	Profile
Stacey Goetz	CCE, CD (DONA), CLC	Phone: 1-877-EZ-BIRTH Pager: (530) 540-5931 Website	Serving Chico, Paradise, Oroville, Yuba City/Marysville, Sacramento, and all surrounding areas	I've been attending births since 1994 after the birth of my first child. I have helped women and couples with a wide range of experiences. I offer services supporting women/couples throughout their pregnancy and beyond. These services are, childbirth preparation classes (group or private), birth doula services, and lactation counseling services. Please see my website for more info or email me for a free information packet.
Valeri Webber Gentle Beginnings		Phone: (707) 745-5943 Website	Solano, Napa, Contra Costa and Marin Counties	Gentle Beginnings portable waterbirth spa rental and doula services. I am a DONA Certified doula providing compassionate, personalized labor support in home, hospital and birth center settings, since 1985. I have special interest and experience with both waterbirth and breastfeeding management, education and support. As a doula and a mother of 5 homeborn children, I realize that the birth of a baby is one of the most important, memorable events in life. It is my goal to serve the expectant family during pregnancy, labor and birth in a way that facilitates a joyful, gentle welcome for the baby and a satisfying experience for the parents. I respect, honor and support the wishes of the birthing mother at all times.
Auburn Birth Works	Certified Labor Assistant (alace), Birth Works Educator	Phone: 530-887-0806 Website	Placer, Nevada, Sacramento & Yolo Counties	Birth Works\xae Childbirth Education Classes Mothers Circle Prenatal Discussion Group Waterbirth/Labor Pool Rental Pregnancy & Birth Photography VBAC Support Auburn Birth Works strives to help women to develop self-confidence, trust and faith in their innate ability to give birth.
Jeanette S. Faull BABIES FIRST Childbirth Services	I am currently working on my DONA certification	Phone: 209-467-4040 Website	from Galt to Modesto and Tracy
Silka MacFaden With Doula	CD(DONA)		San Diego	I was born and raised in West Germany where I learned physical therapy. I came to the US 15 years ago and got married. My three children were born in the care of a midwife.I love my work as a doula, provide unlimited prenatal visits, continious support during labor,also provide massage service and professional postpartum care. I speak English and German.
Leah Elliott A Womans Way Doula Service	CD(DONA), CLE (Certified Lactation Educator)	Phone: 661-834-0465 Website	Bakersfield	Local breastfeeding support groups available. Breastfeeding comfort line. Birth and post partum doula services
Felicia Henry	Bradley Certified Childbirth Educator, Volunteer Breastfeeding Support Person	Phone: 805-988-9975	Oxnard, CA	I teach childbirth education classes in the Bradley Method. I include breastfeeding instruction, new baby care, and postpartum issues as part of the class. I also offer Labor Support and have breast pumps available for sale for the mothers who may need them. My motto is "Helping you develop trust in faith in your ability to give birth".
Carolyn Wolfberg A LABOR OF LOVE & BEYOND	CD(DONA) CPD(NAPCS)	Phone: 310-440-2944 Fax: 310-476-0881 Cellular: 310-994-3692 Pager: 310-994-3692 Website	All of So.Ca. Have traveled where & whenever needed. (even Hawaii)	Member of CAPPA,DASC,& CEAOC Teen Pregnancy Volunteer, ST. ANNE'S Home(for unwed teens) Volunteer, Cedars-Sinai Hos. LA. nursery, 7yrs.
Kendell A. Silveira Mindful Birth	CD (DONA-pending), CBE, LE, BA, mom	Phone: 831.566.7770 Website Other:
Leslie Walsh All Birthing Care Doula Services	DONA Trained, Member of CAPPA	Phone: 831-818-4512 Other:		DONA trained Mothering the Mother work shop, Member of CAPPA, and CPR and Standard First Aid Trained.
Jodie Howerton Dream Deliveries	CPSS (Birth Wisdom)	Phone: (949)766-0986 Cellular: (949)842-4002 Website	Orange County, CA and surrounding areas	I am trained as a Certified Perinatal Support Specialist/doula by Birth Wisddom. My unique approach involves mentoring thechildbearing family through emotional and educational support. Myservices span the entire childbearing year - during pregnancy,childbirth, breastfeeding and through the transition into parenting. Ihave worked/ interned extensively with midwives and truly believe thathiring professional labor support enhances the birthing experience forthe entire family!
April Adams	ICCE, CLE, Postpartum Doula	Phone: 714 878 1889	Serving all of Orange County and some of LA County	I am a Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified LactationEducator and a Postpartum Doula. I provide classes at hospitals butalso in home. If woman is on bedrest or cant get to class I willgladly arrange to come to home and give them a private class. I alsocan be called upon for breastfeeding assistance. My Postpartum Doulaservices are mostly during evenings and weekends.
Christi Couron BirthYouWant.com	CPSS(Birth Wisdom),Doula	Phone: 949-858-9529 Fax: 949-858-9529 Pager: 949-657-1205 Website	Serving families throughout Orange County	I am dedicated to "Helping you have the birth experienceYou want!" Your goals are my goals. I provide pregnancy,labor/delivery, breastfeeding, and postpartum support. Whether youwant a natural birth or an epidural birth, doctor or midwife care,having your first baby or your fifth, I want to help you have thebirth experience you've always wanted.
Kathleen Sullivan Softslumbers	CAPPA	Phone: 310 276.1605 Cellular: 310 486.1040 Website	Greater Los Angeles Area	Postpartum Doula and Baby Nurse. 24 hour shiftsavailable. Mothering tips for new mothers, breast feeding support,sleep training.
Rochelle McLean Babies in Bloom	CCE, CLE, CD	Phone: 760-433-BABY (2229) Cellular: 760-213-9276 Website	San Diego County	Services provided: *Labor Doula *Private childbirthpreparation classes *Lactation education and support *Newborn massageinstruction *Breast pumps and rentals. As a military spouse, Iam especially in tune with the needs of military families. If you haveany questions about my services, please contact me for a freeinformation packet.
Rebecca M. Noel Womb To Walk	DONA, CAPPA,	Phone: (760) 243-5489 Cellular: (760) 486-4298 Website	Victorville, Apple Valley Hesperia, Adelanto & Phelan	I am here to serve you and your family. I serve the entireHigh Desert of Victorville, Apple Valley, Hesperia, Adelanto, &Phelan. Certified Doulas are the newest members of the Maternity CareTeam. Together, along with empowered and informed birthing parents, weare achieving positive and memorable birth experiences. Please comelook around and see how I can help you have a pleasant and confidentbirthing experience.
Julie L. Johnson Doulas of Arrowhead	CD(DONA), LCCE, IBCLC	Phone: (909)794-3489 Cellular: (909)818-4424 Pager: (909)448-0061	San Bernardino and Riverside Counties	Working with pregnant women and their newborns have beenmy specialty since 1998. In addition to being a birth doula, I teachLamaze classes at Loma Linda University Medical Center. To betterserve my clients, I am also an International Board Certified LactationConsultant. I have co-founded Doulas of Arrowhead.
Sara Duggan Mommie-Care	CD(in training) CPD(in training)	Phone: 916-722-4765 Website	Sacramento, Citrus Heights, Carmichael, Oak Park, NorthHighlands, Roseville, Davis Description
Yvonne Novak Doula With Love	CD(DONA) CCE (AAHCC)	Phone: 661.254.2069 Cellular: 661.433.0237 Website	Santa Clarita, San Fernando and San Gabriel Valleys, along with the Greater Los Angeles Area	Labor Doula (DONA), FormerLLLL (La Leche League Leader)Currently training with CAPPA to further my childbirth education.
Rosane Vieira Baby Bliss Postpartum Doula Services	Postpartum doula (DONA); Lactation Educator (UCLA),Reflexology	Phone: (818)774-1342 Fax: Cellular: (818)943-3413 Website Other:	Los Angeles including West La, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Pac.Palisades, San Fernando Valley, Conejo Valley, Ventura	In-home services (overnight/day) including newborn care, breastfeeding assistance,instruct parents in baby's care and soothing a crying baby, "Mothering the mother", light household
LORRAINE SHORMAN INNOVATIVE CHILDBIRTH SERVICES	CD (DONA), CCBE (CAPPA), CIMI (IAIM)	Phone: 714-624-3495 Cellular: 562-598-7754 Website	Covering all of Orange County and Los Angeles County.	I am a certified doula, DONA trained, Perinatal SupportSpecialist (Birth Wisdom), Certified Childbirth Educator (CAPPA), Certified Hypnobabies Instructor, Certified Infant Massage Instructor, Certified Prenatal Parenting Instructor, and Lactation Educator (CAPPA pending). I offer a multitude of services, resources and support for new moms. It is my firm belief that labor support enhances the birth experience for the entire family and I will do my best to make sure your birth is an experience you will always remember. Please contact me for a free in-home consultation.
Jeanette S. Faull Womyn Awakening	CNMI	Phone: (209)467-4040 Cellular: (209)608-6765 Website	Central California, Lodi to Turlock Tracy, Escalon and Oakdale	Womyn Awakening offer Doula Services, Newborn Massage, Childbirth Preparation, Rites of Passage, Bellycasting, and Holistic Wellness Services
Valerie Ybarra Baby Nurse on the go	C.N.A.& P.C.T, CPR, Working on certification as a ppdoula with CAPPA,	Phone: 770-445-1037 Fax: Cellular: 678-431-1373 Website Other:	Will travelanywhere in California Expenses paid for by the family	I am a traveling ppdoula/babynurse.Assist withbreastfeeding,newborn education,multiples,& night care. I work 24/6 for up to a 2week time period.I've worked mother/baby in the third largest hospital in the states known for delivering babies.Able to put new parents at ease & help them feel better educated and comfortable caring for their baby.I am there to meet your needs.
Doryan Graham		Phone: 760 2496504	Live in Wrightwood, Hospital in Santa Monica CA
Darla Burns In Due Time	CD(DONA)	Phone: (661) 294-5009 Cellular: (661) 645-3726 Website	Santa Clarita Valley, San Fernando Valley, San Gabriel Valley,Simi Valley, Greater L.A. area	I am a certified labor doula and Happiest Baby on theBlock Instructor. I am working towards my certification for Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator and Lactation Educator. I have experience with VBAC, Teens, C-sections and twins. I love my job!
April, Amy and Kellie Beyond Creative Conception	CD(DONA), ICCE, CPD, IBCLC	Phone: 949.597.3191 Fax: 949.597.3199 Cellular: 714.878.1889 Website	We cover the entire Orange County area	Beyond Creative Conception specializes in Childbirth,Baby Care, Baby Safety, and Breastfeeding classes either at our office or in your home. We also offer birth and postpartum doula services as well as Lactation support.
Noreen McCarthy	CD (NAPCS)	Phone: 650 303-4027	San Francisco to Hillsborough and Burlingame	Hi there, My name is Noreen McCarthy and I am anighttime Postpartum Doula. I work with clients in San Francisco, Hillsborough and Burlingame. I provide nighttime care for your newborn while you get some well deserved sleep. My hours can be from 10pm to 6am but open to earlier or later depending on your needs. I usually work Sunday eve to Friday morning (5 nights) but can provide 7 nights if necessary as I work with another professionally trained doula in the event you need more or less (3 nights) coverage. My colleagues name is Mary Nuckton. We are both trained with NAPCS (National Association of Postpartum Care Services.) We are also Trustline reg, TB neg, Infant and Adult CPR and First Aid Certified, excellent local references and lots of TLC to give. Our rates are competive and again our hours can vary depending on each job requirement and request. Please call and will be happy to meet with you to set up a schedule that will work for you in the first weeks postpartum.
Mary Miller Baby 'n Me	CRNP, CLC, CIMI	Phone: 805-495-0139 Website	Ventura & Los Angeles County	I am an Ob-Gyn nurse practitioner and teachprivate and group childbirth education classes. I'm also a certified lactation counselor, teach Happiest Baby on the Block calming techniques, Baby Signs, and Infant Massage. In addition, I have designed programs for prepared C-section, adoptive parents, and teens.
Brooke Myung MotherBirth		Phone: (209) 551-5797 Website	Modesto and up to one hour drive from Modesto.	Homeschooling mother to three, Doula since 2001. Ioffer birth consultation, doula, birth photography and childbirth education services. Always available for breastfeeding assistance- just call! Experienced in hospital and home births. See my website for more.
Helen Loucado Maternal Instincts	RN, CLA (ALACE) LMT, CIIM(Foundation forHealthy FamilyLiving)	Phone: (805) 643-4354 Cellular: (805)407-0457	Ventura County, California	RN provding holistic, professional care. Childbirtheducation, postpartum class, newborn class, breastfeeding, Certified instructor of Infant Massage. Supporting and educating women to have confidence in themselves, their bodies,their ability to birth and to mother.
Lisa Gartin Birthrightrn	RN, LCCE, CLEC, DOula	Phone: 559-225-2012 Website	The Central Valley: Fresno, Clovis, Visalia, foothill ares.	I have been practicing as a Bith Doula for 5 years now,with experience in Homebirth and VBAC. Being a RN I am not intimidated in the hospital setting at all, and can help you have the Birth you desire. You will remeber your birth forever... make it memorable, Birthright!
Connie Merritt	LCCE(Lamaze),CD(DONA),LSS,CCE(UCSD)	Phone: 858-483-6321 Cellular: 858-213-1127	All aound San Diego area,Home Birth,UCSD,(Birth Center &L&D) Best Start Birth Center, Encinitas,Tri City, Mary Birch,Grossmont,Kaiser, Pomerado,Paradise Valley,Palomar, Mercy, and others.	As a Labor Support Specialist/Doula and ChildbirthEducator I help families to prepare for, and enjoy the arrival of their babies. Being well informed and prepared empowers parents to take an active role in their birthing process. A supportive team with open communication improves the entire experience.
Candace Leach Midwifery & Doula Services	LM, CPM, CCE, CD, CPD, CNMI	Phone: 562-272-4541 Website	Long Beach and Surrounding Areas Of Greater Los Angelesand Orange County	Providing Professional Prenatal, Childbirth, &Postpartum Services Since 1996.
Laura Maxson LM, CPM	Licensed Midwife, Certified ProfessionalMidwife	Phone: 831 336-0961	Santa Cruz County	Providing homebirth services, including prenatal andpostpartum care; Hospital labor support (doula care); Lactation support
Helen Loucado Maternal Instincts	RN, Doula certified with ALACE, ChildbirthEducatorALACE trained, Licensed massage therapist certified in pregnancymassage. Certified Instructor of Infant Massage through Foundationfor Healthy Family Living	Phone: 805 643-4354 Cellular: 805 407-0457	Ventura County California	Registered nurse with holistic perspective. Gentle,professional care. Educating and supporting women in their choices in childbirth and mothering. Midwife's Assistant attending home and freestanding birth center births.
Angela Dale RN CLE A Mothers Journey	RN, CLE	Phone: 951-541-0785 Website	Inland Empire and San Diego North County	I am an RN experienced in maternal child health andperinal education. I am a Lactation educator counselor currently attending UCSD to complete the Lactation Consultant program. Extensive breastfeeding education and support experience as well as Labor/Delivery, Postpartum and Newborn care. I am also certified by Dr. Harvey Karp as a Happiest Baby on the Block instructor.
Veronica Hinojosa_Stang	Birth and Post Partum trained, certifying withDONA
Sarah Haskins RN, CBE, CBC Healthy Baby and Me	Registered Nurse, Specialized in Labor andDeliveryand Perioperative Nursing *(scrub and circulate C/S), CertifiedChildbirth Educator, Certified Breastfeeding Councelor, CertifiedCPRInstructor ACLS/BLS, NRP certified, Advanced Fetal Monitoring	Phone: 949-878-8950 Fax: na Cellular: 949-878-8950 Pager: na Website	Newport Beach, CA Southern California	Please see www.healthybabyandme.com for completedetails
Jeanne Batacan Mothers and Babies First	ICCE, ICD, CLE, CLC	Phone: 408-779-7479 Cellular: 408-802-2328	South San Jose, Morgan Hill, Gilroy, California	I have been doing birth work and teaching for over 20years in the community as well as privately. I am also a certified Happiest Baby Instructor. I love working with families to help empower them to have safer more satisfying births, happier postpartum adjustments and more success with breastfeeding.
Lori Luyten, LM, CPM Ancient Paths Midwifery	LM, CPM, CCCE	Phone: (909) 597-4107 Website	Inland Empire, North Orange County, Corona/Riverside, EasternLos Angeles County	"In-Home Birth Center" care including individual orgroup (Centering) prenatal care, free birth kit and usage of a birthing tub. Specialize in Water Birth! Compassionate, gentle and respectful care. Bradley childbirth education and referrals to local doulas.
Laurie Chamberlin B. "Better Birthing"	CD(DONA), ICCE, LE	Phone: 530.477.5442 Website	Grass Valley, Auburn, Nevada City, Meadow Vista, Colfax, PennValley, Rough and Ready, Cedar Ridge	Laurie is certified as a Doula/Birth Assistant,Childbirth Educator & Lactation Educator. As a childbirth professional, she works with women and their partners during pregnancy, birth and postpartum to gently support and educate them to have the kind of birth experience they aspire to have. "Empowering couples by giving them information and letting them know their choices helps them to fully invest in their experience. Each woman births differently and getting to know her through prenatal contact teaches me how to help her specifically and individually."
Quincy J Bates CD(DONA) DoulaCare Birth & Postpartum Support	CD(DONA), Happiest Baby Educator, MidwiferyStudent &Assistant	Phone: 760 228-1011 Cellular: 760 408-6029	Coachella Valley (Desert Hospital, JFK hospital) and HighDesert areas (Hi Desert Medical and Robert E Bush Naval Hospital 29 Palms)and Home Births in the surrounding areas.	I am a mother of 6, I have been certified with DONAfor 11 years. I am a Birth & Postpartum doula, a National College of Midwifery student. I assist with breastfeeding and I am a Happiest Baby on the Block Educator. I assist 2 local midwives with their clients in our local area. Please contact me if you are in the Coachella Valley area, It would be an honor to assist you, in one of the most miraculous times of your life, bringing your baby into the world!
Helen Loucado RN LMT CLA CIIM Maternal Instincts	CLA (ALACE CIIM (Foundation forHealthy Family Living	Phone: (805)643-4354 Cellular: (805)407-0457 Website	Ventura County, Santa Barbara	RN offering holistic, gentle care. ChildbirthEducation, Infant Massage instruction, birth doula, breastfeeding support, other classes
Monique Schneider 1621 Childbirth Education		Phone: 209-712-4201 Website	Lodi, CA	Offering comprehensive Christian naturalchildbirth education. Stay at home mommy to 3, the last born at home. I am currently nursing. So you will be learning from someone who in not only knowledgeable and up-to-date, but a teacher who really understands pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding. I also offer pregnancy exercise programs and nutrition counselling. I offer pregnancy and postpartum phone support for my clients as well.
Stacie Bingham, CD(DONA) Birthmark Doula Services	CD(DONA)	Phone: 530.893.2890 Website	Chico, CA and surrounding areas	I am a Lamaze-trained childbirth educator,DONA-certified birth doula, and a breastfeeding counselor with over 2000 direct counseling hours.
Childbirth Education Classes & Products, Inc. (CECP) Childbirth Education Classes & Products, Inc. (CECP)	RN,BSN,CCE,CBC	Phone: (951) 675-2911 Website	Riverside County California and surrounding cities	Providers of Childbirth and Newborn CareClasses by private instruction. CECP also offers follow-up postpartum support services. Please visit our website for a detailed description of our classes and services. We also have an online store which features products for expectant parents.
Mary Cacciapaglia		Phone: (818) 451-8560 Cellular: (818) 451-8560 Website	San Fernando Valley,Simi Valley Agoura, AgouraHills,Calabasas, Hidden Hills, Lost Hills ,Malibu Oak Park,Thousand Oak, Westlake Village	Postpartum Doula and Lactation Educator-pending certification in both areas
Julie Gilbert Lil' Footprints	CD(DONA), CIMI, EMT	Phone: 209-574-9341 Fax: 209-574-9341 Cellular: 209-404-5429	Central California from Sacramento to Merced, Sonora to Tracy	Julie is a wife and a mother of 7 children anda grandmother of 4 children. She has been attending births since 1989. She is a certified Birth Doula through DONA as well as a current member. She also is the Vice-President of Birth Alliance of Central California(BACC). Julie also holds a current certification as a CIMI (Certified Infant massage Instructor) through IAIM. She has also volunteered at The San Joaquin General Hospital Family Maternity Center in Stockton, CA.In the past Julie has held additional certifications as a Emergency Medial Technician and a CRP Instructor. She worked at Memorial Hospital Modesto, Ca. in the emergency room as well as teaching CRP to local firefighters and EMS personnel. Julie is currently writing a book to help aid in late pregnancy issues and participating in additional education and certifications. Her goal is to become a Writer and Birth Doula Trainer with DONA. To teach, educate and certify more Doulas in Central California. She would like to see BACC expand with more Doulas who believe in bringing more awareness about mother-baby friendly options and informed choices to expectant families.Philosophy Birth is not a medical procedure. It is a beautiful natural process that women delight in sharing with their families so that they may create respectful and loving relationships. However, medical interventions are sometime necessary and therefore we must all work together or it is counter productive and unfair to women. Women should have the option to birth the way that they want. After all, we are not just birthing a baby, we are birthing a mother, father...a family.
Gail Barela Birth Option Services	AAHCC (Bradley), CD (DONA)pending, CLE(CAPPA)pending	Phone: 310-308-8947 Website	Los Angeles County, South Bay, Beach Cites, Long Beach,Orange County	My name is Gail! My husband Leonard and I havebeen married for 29 years. We have five children (Andrea 28, Jacqueline 24, Aaron 22, Joshua 4, Jonathan 2), and one grandchild (Nathan 7 months). All my children were delivered naturally and without drug intervention, and were breastfed. My husband and I teach childbirth classes. I teach breastfeeding classes. I am a birth/labor doula. We also rent birthing tubs.
Heather Ward BirthLore	BD(DONA), PD, CCE, CLE	Website	Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Mountain View, Palo Alto	Mother of Two, Birth and Postpartum Doula,Childbirth Educator, Babycare and Breastfeeding Educator see website for more information
Angel Galvan Mothers 2 Be	certified doula/childbirth ed breastsupport (dona)	Phone: (209)888-4581 Cellular: (209)808-8318 Website	Stockton, Lodi, Manteca, French camp, lathrop, Modesto	labor or birth doulas provide physical,emotional and informational support to women and their partners before, during and immediately after birth. A doula's continuous reassurance combined with comfort measures such as massage and advice on labor enhancing techniques can decrease pain and anxiety for the laboring mother. Several studies indicate that a doula's presence can contribute to shorter labors, fewer complications, reduced rates of Cesarean sections and fewer requests for pain medication. The ultimate goal of the labor doula is to help each woman have a fulfilling childbirth experience on her own terms.
Quincy Bates DoulaCare	CD(DONA), Midwifery Student	Phone: 760 228-1011 Website	Coachella Valley and High Desert areas	I am a mother of 6. I have been certified withDONA for more than 12 years. I am a Birth & Postpartum doula and a National College of Midwifery student. Please check out my website for more information and contact me if you are in the Coachella Valley area. It would be an honor to assist you, in one of the most miraculous times of your life, bringing your baby into the world!
Wendy Drewelow Origins Doula Services	CD(DONA)	Phone: (909) 709-7307 Website	Inland Empire: San Bernardino and Riverside counties	Whether it be preparing for your birth, laborsupport, cesarean, birth recovery, breastfeeding support, sibling care, bedrest, or postpartum care you will be supported and cared for by an experienced doula who is by your side for your comfort and to help you have the birth you desire.
Maggie Watkins A Birth Story Birth Doula	CLE, DONA, ALACE (Doula Training)	Phone: 619-315-5703 Cellular: 619-315-5703 Website	San Diego, CA	All Women, Teens, Over 35, Adoptions, Gay &Lesbian, Low Risk, High Risk, VBAC, On Bed Rest, Multiples Un-medicated, Medicated
Rena' Koerner (Ward) Integrative Childbirth Services	Certified Doula (CAPPA & DONA),Childbirth Educator (CAPPA), Lactation Educator (CAPPA),Happiest Baby on the Block Educator and Labor Doula Trainer (CAPPA)	Phone: 562.925.6948 Website	Los Angeles and Orange Counties (to include Lakewood,Long Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, Los Alamitos)	Bringing Knowledge and Compassion to theBirthing Place Trained in a variety of supportive techniques, I hold dual certification with CAPPA/DONA as a Birth Doula, Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified Happiest Baby Instructor, Reiki Practitioner, and CAPPA Certified Labor Doula Trainer and an excellent informational resource to newly expectant mothers and their partners.
Sonja Massey Baby Moon	CD(Dona) certification in process, RN,IBCLC Lactation Consultant	Phone: (831) 402-1MOM Fax: (831) 657-9702 Cellular: (831) 402-1MOM Website	Monterey, California	I am a registered nurse with over 20 yearsexperience working with new and expecting families. I have worked nursery and postpartum, public health, childbirth education and parent education. I am an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant with a private business..Baby Moon. I help moms and babes in my office or at their home. I teach classes and offer some doula services for childbirth and postpartum. I am currently finishing up my paperwork to become Dona certified as a CD.
Joyce Moxley Thomas, MHA, CPM, LM AquaNatal Birth Spa Center, Inc.	Certified Professional Midwife,Certified Hypnobabies Instructor	Phone: 909-591-2924 Fax: 909-297-3428 Website Other:	Southern California, San Bernardino/Riverside Counties,Chino, Chino Hills, Ontario, Clareont, Corona, Riverside, Walnut, Diamond Bar	We provide waterbirth, homebirth, VBAC servicesby Licensed Midwives. Other services include Hypnobabies childbirth education, AquaNatal Yoga classes in water, breastfeeding support, fertility counseling. Well Woman care including annual exams, pap & breast exams, FemCaps non-hormonal birth control cervical caps.
France Wilson The Blessings Of Birth, Moms Birthing Moms	LVN, HypnoFertility, HypnoBirthingEducator, HypnoBirthing Doula & Trainer, Postpartum Doula,HypnoCoach, Breastfeeding Support	Phone: 619-964-1971 Cellular: 619-964-1971 Website Other:	Central & North San Diego County. From Hillcrest, LaMesa, PB all the way to Fallbrook & Vista	Teaching HypnoBirthing for 4 years. HypnoCoachor Consulting Hypnotist focusing on pregnancy through Postpartum. Helping mom with "hands-on" breastfeeding & newborn care training at home with baby. Training Doulas to be familiar with HypnoBirthing.
Lisa Spiegel, LCCE, LE	LCCE, LE, CLD	Phone: (818) 317-3264 Cellular: (818) 317-3264	San Fernando Valley	I've been teaching Lamaze for more than 12years in the San Fernando Valley. My goal is to provide expectant parents with the most up to date medical information and tried and true Comfort Measures to help them create the best birth experience possible.
Becky Kopulsky Nurtured Mommy Happy Baby	CD(DONA)	Phone: (310)560-6850 Pager: (310)942-1818 Website	Los Angeles and the surrounding areas	Offering birth and postpartum doula services,including breastfeeding support, to families in and around Los Angeles.
Leslie Sandoval Blessed Baby Doula Services	DONA Trained Birth and Postpartum,Hypnobabies Instructor, Happiest Baby on the Block Educator	Phone: 949-235-9834 Cellular: 949-235-9834 Website	Orange County, North San Diego County, South Los Angeles County	I believe in providing caring, knowledgeablesupport and guidance to new mothers, their partners, and their families, throughout pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period. Birth is a beautiful and life changing event in a woman's life, and should be treated with joyful respect. Allow me to help you celebrate the arrival of your blessed baby!
Jen Natural Baby Pros		Phone: 760-525-6018 Website	We're located in San Diego, but we provide nationalservice as well.	Natural Baby Pros is an online resource fornatural-focused fertility, pregnancy, birth and baby services. Visit www.NaturalBabyPros.com to find more information.
Audrey Kalman Peninsula Birth Companions	CD(DONA)	Phone: 650-303-2405 Cellular: 650-303-2405 Website	San Francisco Bay area - SF Peninsula from SanFrancisco to Santa Clara.	We are a team of doulas providing birth andpostpartum doula services and education (childbirth, breastfeeding).
Darcy Wronkiewicz Doula Service and Breastfeeding Assistance by Darcy	DONA-trained, CLEC	Phone: 805-570-1595 Website	Ventura, Santa Barbara	The assistance I had as a new mothercontributed greatly to my family's quality of life and I strive to give that gift to the families I serve.
Taryn Phanthanusorn Limelight Support	CD(CBI), CLEC (UCSD), CHBE	Phone: (949) 677-7510 Website	Orange County, Ca.	I am an experienced certified Doula andLactation Educator. I have experience supporting women in hospital, birth center and home birth settings. I also have experience with VBAC, un-medicated, and medicated births. I have also worked with families using the Bradley Method, HypnoBabies, and Lamaze, as well as Military Families.
JoAnn Brown Traveling Doula		Phone: 510-326-7675 Website Other:	San Francisco Bay Area. Will travel to any state.	Postpartum Doula & Multiples Baby CareSpecialist providing support for days or nights.
Jennifer Matsumoto Enlightened Birthing	CCE, CLE, CD(DONA)	Phone: 619-855-3327 Website	San Diego	I teach childbirth and breastfeeding at manylocal hospitals and also privately. I have 3 children of my own. I am a certified Doula and would love to help you through your labor no matter the setting,hospital, home or birth center.