Alaina is a holistic full-spectrum doula with four plus years of experience supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Alaina emphasizes the power of feminine energy, mindfulness, and trusting the body’s natural wisdom. She specializes in placenta encapsulation and herbalism. Outside of doula work, Alaina has a deep love for nature and finds peace in hiking, camping, and enjoying scenic views. A lifelong learner, she enjoys reading, exploring new cultures through international travel, and experimenting with new restaurants. When at home, you can find her potting and propagating plants, always cultivating a space of growth both for her plants and the families she works with.
Education
Bachelors in Psychology (2020)
Certification and training
Birth Doula Certification (NBDA) (2021)
Postpartum Doula Certification (NBDA) (2021)
Placenta Encapsulation Training (NBDA) (2021)
Postpartum Herbs & Nutrition Training (2022)
Birth Doula Training (Doulas By The Bay) (2022)
Postpartum Doula Training (Doulas By The Bay) (2022)
Full Circle Doula Training (SMC) (2023)
Memberships and affiliations
Doula For The People Nonprofit
Girls Inc of Alameda County
Specialties
Abortion Doula CareAnxiety and DepressionAromatherapyBabywearingBelly BindingBirth and Lactation Birth DoulaBirth SupportBirth TraumaBreastfeeding Assistance and SupportBreastfeeding SupportBreech BirthChildbirth EducationEvidence-Based CareFreebirthHealthy EatingHerbal Postpartum CareHome BirthHormone ImbalancesLabor DoulaLGBTQ+MindfulnessNatural BirthNatural ChildbirthNewborn CarePlacenta EncapsulationPositive ThinkingPostpartum CareRelaxation TechniquesSelf-EsteemSexual HealthSupport during Labor, Birth, and PostpartumVaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)Vaginal SteamWater birthYoga
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Languages
English
Accepted insurances
Alameda Alliance for HealthAnthem Blue CrossAnthem Blue Cross Blue ShieldBlue Choice Health PlanAetnaCarrot
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Service introduction
I provide birth, postpartum, and placenta encapsulation services rooted in compassion, trust, and care. My purpose is to walk alongside you, educating and informing you every step of the way, offering tips and tricks for labor, delivery, and postpartum, and holding space for whatever your journey brings.
When that sacred moment of birth arrives, your OBGYN or midwife will be focused on bringing baby into the world, your partner will be there to love and support you and I’ll be right by your side, making sure you feel grounded, safe, and held. My role is to gently guide your breath, ease your tension, and create comfort in the midst of intensity. Birth is a powerful physiological process driven by your hormones and rooted in feminine energy and I believe in allowing your body and baby to work together in harmony to bring baby earthside peacefully. If you desire to experience an unmedicated birth, I am here to support and empower you to trust your body and your strength.
When the baby arrives, my role transitions into nurturing both of you during the tender postpartum period. I provide feeding support, diaper change, establishing a sleep routine, and soothing baby. In my community, I’m affectionately known as the “baby whisperer,” and to my clients, I’m often described as a safety blanket someone who brings calm, reassurance, and care when it’s needed most. I treat every client like family, creating a warm, respectful, and sacred space where you can feel seen, heard, and truly supported.
Packages
Graceful Package
Free consultation,
(3) Prenatal visit - including childbirth education,
Creation of birth wishes,
Unlimited phone/text support,
Continuous support throughout pregnancy & labor,
24-hour on-call services starting at 37 weeks until labor,
Birth Attendance,
(1) Postpartum visit
*Postpartum aftercare box
$2,500.00
USD Flat rate
Lovely Package
Free consultation,
(4) Prenatal visit - including childbirth education,
Creation of birth wishes,
Unlimited phone/text support,
Continuous support throughout pregnancy & labor,
24-hour on-call services starting at 37 weeks until labor,
Birth Attendance,
(2) Postpartum visit
*Postpartum aftercare box
*Additional service (placenta encapsulation)
$2,750.00
USD Flat rate
Baby Whisper Overnight Support
Feeding,
Diaper Change,
Establish a sleep routine,
Preparation of bottle and washing/cleaning,
Nursery Upkeep
Birth Debrief,
Breastfeeding Support,
Bottle Feeding Support,
Physical Healing Support,
Emotional & Mental Support,
Answering any questions!
$55.00
USD Per hour
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Graceful Package
Free consultation,
(3) Prenatal visit - including childbirth education,
Creation of birth wishes,
Unlimited phone/text support,
Continuous support throughout pregnancy & labor,
24-hour on-call services starting at 37 weeks until labor,
Birth Attendance,
(1) Postpartum visit
*Postpartum aftercare box
$2,500.00
USD Flat rate
Lovely Package
Free consultation,
(4) Prenatal visit - including childbirth education,
Creation of birth wishes,
Unlimited phone/text support,
Continuous support throughout pregnancy & labor,
24-hour on-call services starting at 37 weeks until labor,
Birth Attendance,
(2) Postpartum visit
*Postpartum aftercare box
*Additional service (placenta encapsulation)
$2,750.00
USD Flat rate
Baby Whisper Overnight Support
Feeding,
Diaper Change,
Establish a sleep routine,
Preparation of bottle and washing/cleaning,
Nursery Upkeep
Birth Debrief,
Breastfeeding Support,
Bottle Feeding Support,
Physical Healing Support,
Emotional & Mental Support,
Answering any questions!
$55.00
USD Per hour
Placenta Encapsulation
Prenatal consultation and logistics planning
Pick up and drop off services
Preparation and encapsulation
Approx 80-150 placenta capsules
Umbilical cord keepsake (a small piece of the umbilical cord dehydrated into either a spiral, letter of the baby’s first name, or heart shape)
Placenta art (optional)
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