Ana is a godsend. When I was planning to have my 5th baby, the one thing I knew for sure is that I…read morewanted to have him at home. I interviewed so many great midwives, but as soon as I met Ana, I knew she was the right fit. She took me on late in my pregnancy (27ish weeks), and onboarding with her was so easy. The care that I received from her was supportive, kind, compassionate and steady. I appreciate how calm and nurturing she is while staying firm in her knowledge of pregnancy, birth, and of a woman's body overall. Her care is holistic and evidence-based, and she makes her clients actual partners in their care. We never did anything that I was uncomfortable with (which is almost unheard of in a hospital birth). When I started to go overdue, she was there to reassure me, and because she genuinely trusts the process of birth, she helped me trust my body as well. I had an absolutely amazing birth experience that my husband and I wouldn't trade for anything. My baby is two now (sorry this is so late!), but I still think of Ana often and so fondly. She became part of our family for the time she was with us and I will always love her for helping me have the birth experience of my dreams (even at 43 years old). Thank you Ana!

Ana is very professional and knowledgeable, yet deeply caring and respectful of your opinions and…read morevalues. Even though this was my third pregnancy, I learned so much about how to care for myself and my baby. I loved that she wasn't pushy, but gave us the facts and let us make our own decisions. We often covered the importance of exercise and nutrition, and I made changes from that, which I believe contributed to a smoother and easier pregnancy than my first two. She also was so calm and professional throughout my labor and delivery. My husband noted how much he appreciated her composure during the most intense moments of my labor. She's the kind of person you'd want by your side when you're not in the right frame of mind. She also collaborated very well with her assistant, respecting her skills and experience during my postpartum assessment. We loved having her as our first midwife and home birth experience and will definitely be reaching out to her again in the future!

Denise and her beautiful team have helped deliver both of my girls earth side and I could not be…read moremore grateful. The team at AA midwifery cares for their mamas from beginning to end and if you choose them as your birthing team you will always feel supported. The facility and birthing suites and lovely, the postpartum care is incredible and their knowledge is unparalleled.

I just had my son here a few months ago. And I am genuinely impressed and satisfied with the care…read moreteam. They made me feel comfortable, seen, and supported the entire process. They answered every question with thought and sincerity. And they were all-in-all very thorough with everything that was done, making my experience feel very safe and comfortable. I appreciate all their hard work and dedication and would recommend them to any pregnant women out there looking for a birth center/ midwifery care. Definitely recommend, you'll be in great hands! Thank you Denise, Amanda, & Sabrina for making the experience of bringing my third baby into the world, a great one!

In September of 2017, I was lucky enough to have Iuliana as my birthing doula. Long story short, I…read morehad a complicated pre-term delivery which caused me to be in labor for 5 days. Each one of those days, Iuliana was there for me. From calling her when my water first broke, to my first few days at home with my son once he was discharged from NICU. Iuliana helped keep me calm during this difficult time and even helped me afterwards with recovering from my emergency C-section. She showed me how to use my breast pump and even helped me with getting my son to latch. Although I had my family, friends and partner there, knowing there was a strong, experienced woman who was there for any questions, concerns or extra emotional support I needed, helped tremendously. To this day I am thankful for her and we stay in contact with each other. My partner and I are still undecided on having another child in the future, but what we do know, is that Iuliana will be by our side.

From the owner: What We Dou Partner:…read moreAs your doula, we will help to complete your Birth team, we understand the importance of the birth experience; In the End of Life Journey we will help to support your family, we aim to make sure those moments are as authentic as possible. As your person we are here to support you in your choices and hold space for what you choose. Empower: We will empower you to advocate for your voice in making choices. As your doula we will not speak for you or your partner; But we will give you the information, validation, and support you will need to advocate for yourself. Educate: We provide evidence-based information that encourages informed decision-making, preventive action, holistic approaches and an attitude of personal responsibility towards family health.

Just want to keep this short and to the point. We had a newborn that needed a heart transplant and…read morewere not able to communicate and attend immediately; however, I have made numerous attempts to try and get our placenta. My wife has gone through some serious of emotional hardships and we have heard the benefits of this service. I like to know where is our placenta. Secondly, it would mean a lot to get a response.

At thirty-five weeks pregnant with my firstborn, I knew I wanted a med-free birth in a hospital but…read morewas worried that unnecessary interventions might take place, so we decided to hire a doula for additional labor/hospital birth support. I found Renea online & met with her a few days later in our home. I knew by the end of our meeting that she was who I wanted beside me as I labored and gave birth. On the day I went into labor we were in constant communication via text. Once active labor began she came over to my home (with all of her essential oils!) and worked through the contractions with me. She was a strong supporter for me during this intense time! She came with us to the hospital and was right by my side as I delivered my son. We hired her again for our second-born son's delivery and she was with me, again, during active labor and at the hospital. We also saw her for a postpartum visit after each delivery. It's been 2 years since we first hired her and we are still friends. I text her randomly with a question and she is quick to reply! I've said this before and i'll say it again--i wouldn't want to birth my babies without Renea by my side!

I was hesitant at first since most of the positive experiences are with hypnobirthing. But the…read morenight time postpartum doula was better than expected. Dina W. was very accommodating and extremely supportive. Always there for nighttime feeding/diaper/burping/etc, cleaning pump parts, food prep, and baby/kid laundry. I really appreciate her willingness to do everything we asked and with a positive attitude. It was easy to send an inquiry on their website. I received a prompt response based on our price range request. I also inquired with another company at the same time but they never replied. Thanks Dina!!

Cannot recommend Bree or Breezy Doula enough!…read more We're due in September and have already had so many great experiences with Breezy Doula. We first learned about them at a Memorialcare Saddleback open house. We were not at all familiar with doula care and at first didn't understand, but now we cannot imagine giving birth without a doula (specifically one from Breezy Doula!). Upon reaching out, we filled out their online form then received such a warm, quick and thorough response from the doula director, Sarah. She gave us a list of doulas within their group that matched our preferences and budget. We ended up meeting with two amazing doulas and didn't need to interview more. It was such a tough decision as both doulas were super warm, responsive, knowledgeable, and experienced. We decided to move forward with Carla and picked the grand package! See the attached pic for the package offerings, I removed the pricing as it varies per doula and prices may have changed since I last received this. We've taken the spinning babies (1 day) and hypnobirthing classes (wednesdays for 5 weeks straight) with Bree in Laguna Hills. Such a great experience! We've learned SOO much. Bree is so passionate about birth and motherhood. She keeps the content easy to digest and informative, but is also very patient with the many questions we had. Also another point for all the yummy snacks she provides! I also really love how she brings in guest speakers (baby & maternity chiropractor, IBCLC, acupuncturist, etc.) So excited to give birth! The classes have really helped me feel prepared, debunked the common misconceptions around childbirth, and have removed the fear brought by unrealistic situations shown in movies or on TV. Definitely reach out, you will not regret it!

Sandy was absolutely amazing as a Doula! She offers a free consultation which is great because you…read morecan get to know her beforehand. Very intuitive in deciphering your needs in labor- when you wanted to be left alone, when you need a massage, when to get you water etc. She was there right when my labor started and was there all 32 hours of my labor! She has a calming presences and lots of helpful tools (birth ball, candles, massage instruments, music etc) to help you relax during labor. I would highly suggest her to any pregnant moms looking for a Doula. She doesn't have a set price but rather bases it on each individual woman's wants and needs as well as financial situation. Also so travels all around so cal to meet her women so she is not just in Riverside county. As a mom with an 11 week old I reflect back on my labor with joy because Sandy was incredible!

From the owner: Preparing couples for labor and delivery. Two prenatal…read morevisits and being there continuously through labor and delivery. Can help assist in Breastfeeding after birth. One postpartum visit. Providing different positions and comfort measures to help facilitate a more comfortable labor and birth. To help labor to progress with acupressure, rebozo, essential oils, relaxation techniques, and massage.

Kiesha was such an angel to have at our birth! Her presence…read moremade me feel so relaxed and helped me to enjoy my labor and birthing process. She arrived before my midwife & was just there for my general support, whether emotionally or physically! She gave me words of advice during my labor in such a loving comforting way. She reassured me as things progressed & helped so much physically! I had terrible low back & hip pain so she was constantly giving me hip compressions which is a very physically demanding thing to do! & she did this for hours just to help me stay comfortable and get through the contractions. Another plus is that she does a few prenatal appts too! So she isn't just a day of type of gal. Such an amazing experience!! She is so selfless & so loving! I am so glad we found her and I can't wait to be pregnant again so that we can have her attend our next birth!!

Having LaKeisha be my doula, attend my home and give me (and my family) intense 1 on 1 sessions on…read morebirth preparation was incredible. Being in the comfort of my own space and being able to ask any question I wanted without fear truly prepared me for the beautiful act of giving birth. When the time came, my baby came so fast that I had her right in the backseat of the car on the way to the hospital. What would have been a terrifying experience for most proved to be a peaceful and divine Moment that I was completely prepared for as a direct result of LaKeisha being My Doula and instilling confidence in me. I'm so grateful for her. If you're looking for a Doula who cares LeKeisha of Agape Birth Doula is the one!

I can't recommend Moon Sister Doula highly enough! Monica has been so helpful to me and my wife…read moreduring postpartum time. She is very knowledgeable and reassuring (which I really appreciate as a first time parent!), has excellent communication skills, and is willing to help in any way she can. Every time she comes over she meets us where we are at that day. Sometimes we have a big project that needs doing and she helps us tackle it. If we don't have a lot of specific things to get done, she intuitively finds a way to match what we need that day. In terms of both emotional support and the physical hard work that it takes to care for a newborn, she is always there for us. Thank you Moon Sister!

In May 2023, I hired Moon Sisters Doula after having my second child. I wasn't sure what to expect…read morefrom having a postpartum doula, but I was hoping that having a doula would lessen PPA. Monica did not disappoint. She was amazing and she lessened my postpartum anxiety and helped eased my family's transition from a family of three to a family of four. Monica has a warm and professional approach. During the in-home meeting, she listened carefully to mine and my partner's concerns and worked with us on the hours and days we wanted her to provide postpartum doula services. When she was working with us, she would anticipate what we needed or wanted - such as helping with picking up, sweeping, dishes, and taking out the trash - without us asking. Primarily, I needed assistance with my older child (2yrs old), such as watching her so I can get some sleep, take a shower, or just have a break. She was amazing at both watching my child and helping out around the house. Monica also provided some knowledge on diastasis recti, different holds for the baby when she has gas, and how to wear baby carriers/wraps. At the end of each session, she checked in with me about whether all mine and my family's needs were met and how she could better assist us for the next session. She listened carefully and came prepared for the next session. Both me and my family looked forward to each session because she made the post-partum period easier and less frustrating. I recommend Moon Sister Doula to my friends that are pregnant or trying to get pregnant.

Lauren is an exceptional doula and we feel incredibly grateful to have had her as part of our birth…read moreexperience. She is extremely knowledgeable about all things labor and delivery, works seamlessly with the staff at Hoag Newport, and is fantastic at collaborating with the husband (me) both leading up to and during labor and delivery. Lauren even came to our home ahead of time to see our space and provide education, which was such a thoughtful and comforting touch. She truly has a gift for bringing calm, clarity, and confidence to the birth process. She was texting us consistently leading up to going to the hospital, which made us feel deeply supported, cared for, and never alone. We would absolutely recommend Lauren to anyone looking for a doula who is skilled, compassionate, and genuinely invested in your experience.

Lauren is super nice and very attentive throughout the process! The only thing id like to mention…read moreto other mamas, is that she possibly overbooks herself. While in the pushing stage of labor, lauren was texting on her phone and took a phone call (probably another mama in labor). I totally understand there may be other things that need her attention during my 18+ hour labor, but I was disappointed she was preocupied on her phone during the pushing stage. She also video taped my birth, which i specifically told her I do not want. She told me afterwards that my husband told her to last minute, but this seems like a lie to me. I did not want to be filmed below my waist, and when i brought this up to her, she stated " well why dont you just delete the video". She also provided no breastfeeding support despite this being a contractual obligation. I bet other mamas have had a great experience with lauren, and she was an immense help throughout my labor.

A Friend I've known Leilani for over 20 years. Not only…read moredoes she listen, but she is someone who will hear you...your thoughts, your wants, your wishes. You really feel like you have someone on your side when she's around. Leilani's an advocate, an educator (have you read her newsletter...so insightful!), and a coach. A Photographer Oh, AND she's a birth photographer?! I love this particular offering that sets Leilani apart from others. Not only is she a competent doula, but Leilani can also be your eyes, revealing to you precious moments even you can not see, capturing the beauty of so many firsts often missed in the birth process. With her soothing voice, calming aura, and genuine care...it's no wonder that her friends, single, pregnant, or postpartum know they are in great hands with Leilani. A Food Fairy Doula/Photog+! Have you seen her thoughtful postpartum care baskets...?! I want to have a baby just to receive one of her bundles of beautiful bounty!

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