Atija Byers Birth & Postpartum Doula in Sacramento, CA
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About Atija
I am a certified birth and postpartum doula who has been supporting families since 2020. I was drawn to birth work by a desire to help address the racial disparities Black women and other women of color experience in maternal healthcare, while providing compassionate, individualized support to families from all backgrounds. Through education, advocacy, and compassionate support, I help mothers feel informed, confident, and empowered throughout their journey. I believe every mother deserves to feel heard, respected, supported, and actively involved in the decisions surrounding her care and birth experience. For me, doula work is about more than preparing for labor and birth. It is about building trust, reducing fear, providing reassurance, and creating a supportive space where mothers can ask questions, understand their options, and feel confident using their voice. It brings me genuine joy to walk alongside mothers during such a personal and transformative time, from pregnancy and childbirth through the transition into postpartum and motherhood.
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Birth & Postpartum Doula packages and pricing
Q & A Consult
1 hour consult answering questions and providing information specifically about your pregnancy or postpartum journey.
Labor & Delivery
- 2 virtual prenatal visit at 34 & 36 weeks
- On call 37-42 weeks
- Full labor and birth support + 1 hour postpartum support
- Continued support via phone and/or text up to 2 weeks postpartum
Half Journey
•2 prenatal visits starting at 20 weeks •Monthly check-ins •Birth option assistance •Labor + delivery preparation •On call at 37 weeks •Full labor and birth support •Breastfeeding & postpartum support 1 hour after birth •6 hours postpartum support within first 2 weeks after delivery (2 hour increments) •Continued support via phone, text and/or Zoom up to 4 weeks postpartum
Full Journey
•3 prenatal visits starting at 12 weeks •Monthly check-ins •Nutrition assistance •Birth option assistance •Labor + delivery preparation •Full labor and birth support •On call at 37 weeks •Breastfeeding & postpartum support 1-2 hours after birth •8 hours postpartum support within first 2 weeks after delivery (2 hour increments) •Continued support via phone, text and/or Zoom up to 6 weeks postpartum •Mini newborn photo shoot (30 days)
DHCS Covered
•One initial visit •Up to eight additional visits that may be provided in any combination of prenatal and postpartum visits. •Full Labor & birth support •Up to two 3-hour postpartum visits •$25 copayment for in-person visits/support •Any additional services will be considered add-ons and need to be pre-paid
Postpartum Support
- 2-hour minimum
- Daytime support only
- Emotional support
- Lactation/breastfeeding support
- Bottle preparation
- Infant care & diaper changes
- Bathing
- Light meal/snack prep
- Running errands (solo)
- Grocery shopping
- Referrals to other resources if needed
Labor & Delivery Prep
- Starts at 36 weeks
- In-person visit (within 20 miles | $0.65/mile over 20 miles)
- Laboring positions
- Birthing positions
- Pain management tips
- Education on medical interventions
- Birth plan creation/review
- Hospital bag packing assistance
- Nursery setup
- Meal prep assistance
Placenta Encapsulation
Placenta encapsulation is the practice of cleaning, steaming, dehydrating then grinding the placenta into a fine powder that is then filled into vegan or gelatin capsules to be ingested by the mother within the first few weeks postpartum. Please conduct your own research and/or consult your physician prior to purchasing this service.
Closing of the Bones Ceremony
The Closing of the Bones ceremony is one way to honor the mother by acknowledging the immense changes her body has undergone in pregnancy and childbirth and assists in bringing her spirit back into her own body. This practice involves a series of massage and binding techniques to realign the pelvis, close the hips, and offer emotional closure. Benefits include potential relief from postpartum discomfort, support for pelvic realignment, and a symbolic transition to motherhood. This ceremony is conducted approximately 4-6 weeks after vaginal delivery or 8-10 weeks after cesarean section and is completed within approximately 2 hours.
Accepted insurance
- Kaiser Permanente
- Aetna Better Health
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Blue Shield of California
- Health Net
- Health Plan of San Joaquin
- Medi-Cal
- Molina Healthcare
- Partnership HealthPlan of California
What to expect
Butterfly Kisses Doula Services looks forward to accompanying you on your incredible journey of motherhood. From nurturing prenatal support to guiding you through the beauty of labor and delivery, my care extends seamlessly into the postpartum period. With personalized attention, evidence-based knowledge, and unwavering support, I am here to educate, empower and nurture you every step of the way.
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Certifications, training, and specialties
Certification and training
- Birth Doula Certification (2020)
Memberships and affiliations
- Evidence Based Birth
Languages
- English
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Specialties
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Service area
Atija is based in Sacramento, California.