Find a Newborn Care Specialist Near Me in Bakersfield, CA

Brittney has been a child care provider for over 15 years and believes the birthing mother should be able to give birth on her terms without a bunch of unnecessary medication and procedures.

Your Mama Doula provides compassionate, evidence-informed birth and postpartum support to families in Bakersfield, California. Led by award-winning doula Lauri Branson, a Certified Birth Doula (CD) and Certified Postpartum Doula (CPD) through the International Doula Institute, the practice is known for calm, grounded support in both hospital and home birth settings. Lauri specializes in supporting first-time parents, high-risk and medically complex pregnancies, inductions, and families who want both emotional reassurance and practical, hands-on guidance. With additional training in hypertensive disorders of pregnancy and a reputation for steady advocacy, comfort techniques, and judgment-free care, Your Mama Doula helps parents feel informed, confident, and deeply supported from pregnancy through recovery.

As your DONA International trained Doula, I will work by your side as you prepare to give birth; present in each moment with a spirit of love and compassion. I offer birth related referrals, basics of baby, and lactation support. I’ll provide the emotional, educational and physical support you and your family not only during labor, but throughout your pregnancy and birth. I believe in your body and in your ideas as to how you want to bring this new life into the world.

My goal as a post-partum doula is to be able to provide comprehensive support to new parents during the crucial postpartum period, fostering a nurturing environment, and empowering them to confidently navigate their new roles.

Hello! I’m a certified full spectrum doula dedicated to providing compassionate and judgment-free support to families through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and beyond. I value community, connection, and honoring each family’s unique journey. My goal is to create a safe and empowering space where parents feel supported, informed, and cared for every step of the way.my background is in elementary education and I owned and facilitated a licensed child care home for many years. I enjoy watching families grow and thrive. In my spare time, I love gardening, traveling the world, and learning about other cultures.

Hello everyone, my name is Guadalupe Oropeza and I am a certified birth and postpartum doula located in Delano, Ca. My philosophy as a doula is rooted in the belief that when a parent feels informed and respected, they can lean into the power of their own birth story with confidence rather than fear. I see my role as your steady anchor—providing evidence-based information to help you navigate your options and unwavering physical and emotional support to protect your peace. Whether you are planning a natural physiological birth or a scheduled cesarean, my goal is to ensure you feel heard, held, and centered throughout the process. I don’t just show up for the birth; I show up for you. I am here to bridge the gap between medical protocols and your personal intuition. By creating a space where you feel safe to ask questions and trust your body’s rhythm, I help transform the transition into parenthood from a daunting mystery into an empowering, celebrated milestone.