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Found 1135 Newborn Care Specialists in California

Cheriska Bayibansa

Tracy, California

5.0 (1 review)

Cheriska Bayibansa

6 years of experience
Accepts insurance

As a postpartum doula, I am dedicated to supporting families through the critical transition that follows birth. I view the postpartum period as a time that deserves intentional care, where both parent and child benefit from consistent guidance, reassurance, and practical assistance. My role is to provide evidence based support in areas such as infant feeding, soothing strategies, rest, and family adjustment, while also ensuring that parents feel heard, respected, and empowered in their choices. With a background in early childhood education, I bring a solid understanding of child development alongside a deep commitment to family well-being. My philosophy is rooted in holistic care; recognizing the physical, emotional, and relational needs of each family member. I believe that when parents are supported with compassion and knowledge, they are better able to thrive, bond with their baby, and step into their role with confidence. It is an honor to walk alongside families during this meaningful and transformative season.

Recent review

Since I been working with Cheriska, she is one the person who always come on time on her job, and she take her job very serious. She is very hard working. She is a mother of 2 boys and they very loving kids. Always she know how to take care a newborns baby. You will be very happy with her when she taking care of your child. I recommend her to work anywhere. She is very good, she won't disappointed you.

- Elizabeth S.

Megan Ledbetter

San Diego, California

5.0 (1 review)

Megan Ledbetter

2 years of experience
Accepts insurance

I am a second-generation doula with a passion for supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum! I am a trained as a birth doula through DONA International, and am certified for postpartum care through DNT Network. I am also privileged to be apart of the wonderful team at Leilani’s Wellness Center and Breastfeeding Fixers. With an undergrad in Early Childhood Development, I combine my educational background (I am a huge nerd!) and passion (with a huge heart!) to provide gentle guidance and care.

Recent review

I can’t say enough good things about Megan—she was an absolute godsend during the postpartum period. From the moment she walked into our home, she brought a calm, nurturing presence that made me feel supported, seen, and truly cared for. She was incredibly knowledgeable, respectful of our space and routines, and seemed to intuitively know what I needed—whether it was a warm meal, help with the baby, a listening ear, or just some time to rest. Her gentle guidance helped me build confidence as a new parent, and her emotional support was just as invaluable as her practical help. I always felt safe and never judged, which made a huge difference during such a vulnerable time. I’m so grateful to have had her by my side in those early weeks, and I honestly don’t know how I would’ve made it through without her. Highly, highly recommend her to any new parent looking for compassionate and professional postpartum care.

- Melanie G.

Judith Palacios

Los Angeles, California

5.0 (1 review)

Judith Palacios

27 years of experience
Accepts insurance

I’m a experienced newborncare specialist/ certified postpartum doula / lactation educator/ parent educator/ sleep specialist I have over 25 years of experience caring for newborns , twins and babies with special needs I’m cpr certified and trustline verified and vaccinated with excellent reference and reviews. I am dedicated to providing the highest quality care to mothers and their infants. I understand that every postpartum experience is unique and work closely to develop a personalized care plan that meets you and your baby's individual needs. My premier service includes overnight care for baby, positive attachment care, depending on the age and family need - sleep conditioning , feeding scheduling also lactation support for mom.

Recent review

Judith was the night nurse for our twins from 0-3 months, and from the day we came home from the hospital she taught us not only how to get the twins to sleep at night (and not wake up), but also how to care for them during the day. She set us up with eating and sleeping schedules that would best benefit their nighttime sleep patterns, and advised us on which swaddles, white noise machines, formulas, and bottles to buy. Her expertise helped us in so many ways. She was quick to notice a couple of dietary issues the twins had, which saved us days if not weeks of nonstop crying babies. She was calm and confident and professional, and by the end of her 12-week period with us the twins were regularly sleeping through the night. Judith made the first weeks of our twins’ lives exponentially more manageable and we highly recommend her.

- Lucy M.

Rosalie Chases

Chula Vista, California

5.0 (1 review)

Rosalie Chases

7 years of experience
Accepts insurance

Hello, I’m Rosalie Chases & I am a postpartum doula serving the San Diego area. I have three children of my own & I absolutely love the work I do! I am trained through Dona International & Carrot eligible.

Recent review

We truly cannot put into words what Rosalie meant to our family during those early newborn weeks. She came into our lives at a time that felt overwhelming, emotional, and exhausting, and somehow brought a sense of calm, confidence, and steadiness that we didn’t know we needed so deeply. From the very beginning, we trusted her completely. The way she cared for our baby was so gentle, intuitive, and full of love, it felt like he was safe with someone who truly saw him. She didn’t just help us get through the nights, she helped us become parents. She guided us through feeding challenges, soothed him through the hardest moments, and taught us how to better understand and care for him. Her presence made everything feel more manageable. We were counting down the minutes until she would come. She was also incredibly intuitive when it came to me. She could sense when I was feeling overwhelmed or unsure and always met me with reassurance and guidance. Whether it was encouraging me to call the pediatrician when something didn’t feel right or simply reminding me to trust myself, she supported me in a way that went far beyond just caring for our baby. Saying goodbye to her was incredibly hard. We genuinely had to brace ourselves for it that entire week. There is something so special, and honestly emotional, about watching someone love and care for your baby the way Rosalie did. It’s not something you forget. We are forever grateful for her. She made one of the most vulnerable seasons of our lives feel supported, safe, and even beautiful in moments. Any family would be beyond lucky to have her, and we will always hold her in such a special place in our hearts.

- Monica M.

Crystal Franco

Fairfield, California

5.0 (1 review)

Crystal Franco

5 years of experience

Hi! I’m Crystal! I am a birth and postpartum doula in Solano County. I’m the eldest daughter of Mexican Immigrant parents. My birthwork practice is rooted in remembering and reclaiming ancestral wisdom and indigenous traditions. My parenthood journey opened my eyes to the ways our society has failed mothers and birthers which lead me to this work! I believe birthwork is revolutionary and my role is to show radical love and support for birthing people. I believe in informed consent and I do not shy away from advocacy! I support birthing people and their choices and I see it as my job to ensure you have the education, resources , as well as the empowerment to advocate for yourself and your baby. Birth and postpartum are team sports! Along with supporting the birthing person I also specialize in facilitating support from partners, families, and friends. Please check out my website for all of my offerings! Hola, soy Crystal! Soy una comadrona en el Condado de Solano. Soy la hija mayor de padres inmigrantes mexicanos. Mi práctica de parto se basa en recordar y reclamar la sabiduría ancestral y las tradiciones indígenas. Mi experiencia como madre me abrió los ojos a las formas en que nuestra sociedad les ha fallado a las madres y a quienes dan a luz, ¡lo que me llevó a este trabajo! Creo que el parto es revolucionario y mi trabajo es mostrar amor y apoyo radicales a las personas que dan a luz. Creo en el consentimiento informado y no rehúyo la defensa. Apoyo a las personas que dan a luz y sus decisiones, y considero que es mi trabajo asegurar que tengas la educación, los recursos y el empoderamiento para defenderte a ti misma y a tu bebé. ¡El parto y el posparto son deportes de equipo! Además de apoyar a la persona que da a luz, también me especializo en facilitar el apoyo de parejas, familias y amigos. ¡Visita mi sitio web para ver todas mis ofertas!

Recent review

I had such a wonderful experience having Crystal as my doula. She provided me with resources, tips, advice on how to prepare for my upcoming birthing experience. She was there with me the whole time I was in the hospital, and she helped ensure that I was as comfortable as possible during my labor. She did a great job in advocating my needs and birth plan to the hospital staff as well. I don't know what I would have done not having her as part of my support system. I highly recommend her!

- Elizabeth G.

Jaqueline Himelfarb

Concord, California

5.0 (1 review)

Jaqueline Himelfarb

5 years of experience
Accepts insurance

I’m Jaqueline, Full Spectrum Doula, Newborn Care Specialist and Sleep Consultant in the East Bay Area! I’m passionate about every parent receiving the support that they need. I believe that all parts of your journey matter equally, and that’s why I’m so excited to offer birth, postpartum, newborn care and sleep consulting! My journey began with a move from Brazil to the US, where I initially served families as a nanny. Feeling called to provide deeper support, I became a newborn care specialist and dual-certified sleep consultant. After having my own babies, my passion for holistic care grew, and I was inspired to get my birth and postpartum doula certifications. Now, I'm excited to combine my passion and years of expertise to serve families like yours holistically throughout the East Bay Area and San Francisco, guiding you from pregnancy through your child's early years.

Recent review

I am so grateful for my Newborn Care Specialist Jacqueline and the exceptional support she provided when my daughter was born. Her vast knowledge of newborn care is truly impressive, and her advice was invaluable. She is also an incredible communicator, always keeping me informed and reassured. Her attention to detail and genuine compassion were gamechangers and I felt incredibly supported every step of the way. She went above and beyond to ensure my daughter had everything she needed to thrive and that I had everything I needed to care for her. Jacqueline made this special time even more special for my family. I cannot recommend Jacqueline enough to any new parent(s) looking for outstanding care and support.

- Stacey F.

Shelby Anuszczyk

Granite Bay, California

5.0 (1 review)

Shelby Anuszczyk

8 years of experience
Accepts insurance

**2026 UPDATE: Sorelle Birth Co. is now accepting most insurances for birth doula services + postpartum meal delivery**** Hey there, I’m so happy you found me here! I’m Shelby, partner at Sorelle Birth Co. I’d best describe myself as an outgoing, holistic minded, birth loving mama. I’m a mother to two, and have been in the birth world for over 7 years. I have experience with home birth, birth center, hospital births(unmedicated, medicated, cesarean, inductions), as well as twin mamas. I am a trained birth and postpartum doula with a plethora of education including holistic health in pregnancy, nutrition, birth, breastfeeding, and all things postpartum. I’m here to help empower you to do everything you can to set yourself up for your dream birth, and also how to prepare for any outcome , mentally and physically. I know it’s hard to find the perfect person to welcome into your birth space and I would love to be given the chance to be what you need. Whether you’re a first time mom, experienced birther looking to do things differently, or praying for your redemptive birth, I’m here for you.

Recent review

Working with Shelby was one of the greatest gifts during the birth of our first baby. I truly believe my labor would have been longer and far more overwhelming without her guidance, coaching, and calming presence. She supported not only me, but my husband too, and continued to care for us after birth through postpartum recovery and breastfeeding support. Her guidance helped us feel less alone and more confident in such a life-changing season. We are so grateful for Shelby and the difference she made for our family. She will always be a special part of our story. — Erica, Ilan & Baby Ben 💙

- erica g.

Arielle Korn

Los Angeles, California

5.0 (1 review)

Arielle Korn

15 years of experience

Hi! I’m Arielle, a therapist-turned-doula focusing on parental empowerment, confidence building, and mental health. I attended my first birth 13 years ago and am grateful for the opportunity to continue supporting expanding families.

Recent review

I honestly can't recommend Arielle enough!! She always made me feel like my birth was about me and what I wanted, never what anyone else thought it should look like. She took the time to explain my options and answer every question and gave me the confidence to advocate for myself that I really needed lol. There were a few times my doctors recommended things that I probably would have just gone along with because I didn't know I had other options or that it was okay to ask more questions. Having her there to be able to call and txt whenever made such a difference. She helped me understand my choices without ever telling me what to do, so every decision still felt like it was mine. Because of her I was able to have the quick unmedicated birth that my doctor said probably wasn't going to happen!! She always met me where I was, worked at my pace, and supported me every step of the way! I'm so grateful she was part of my birth my experience would have not been the same without her! She even provided support for my husband in the delivery room and told him to hold my leg which in the moment he did not want to do and now it's a highlight for him hes so grateful she was there too! Amazing personality you'll want to be best friends with her no problem!! She is an PHENOMENAL mama herself too!

- Melissa S.

Becca Lill

Los Angeles, California

5.0 (1 review)

Becca Lill

Hi there! I am a DONA-trained and ProDoula-certified Postpartum & Infant Care Doula deeply committed to guiding families through the emotional and relational shifts that accompany the arrival of a new baby. I empower parents by bridging their natural instincts with the latest insights and innovations in postpartum care. Using a warm, calm, reliable, flexible, and non-judgmental approach, I provide invaluable support during this transformative period. I am available for support on weekdays, weeknights, weekends, overnights, and holidays. My areas of expertise include attachment theory, bonding, and nervous system regulation. With a degree in early childhood development and five years of experience in mental health education, I use these skills to help families establish psychologically safe environments that enhance co-regulation. I am certified in the Safe & Sound Protocol (SSP) and use this powerful evidence-based tool to enrich my postpartum services. I am also certified by the American Red Cross in Pediatric & Adult First Aid/CPR. In addition to my doula practice, I am a medicinal herbalist, organic gardener, and certified yoga teacher. I look forward to meeting you and would be honored to partner with your family on this journey.

Recent review

I’ve known Becca for over 15 years, and she is truly one of the most thoughtful and caring people I know. She’s also a natural with kids. This past year I had my first baby, and she has been such a supportive presence throughout my whole journey. She understands the transformative nature of this season and always asks insightful and compassionate questions that make you feel seen and heard. She is also incredibly loving with my baby and naturally jumps in to help without me even needing to ask. Becca is hardworking, trustworthy, intuitive, and kind. As a new mom, I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for warm, compassionate postpartum support.

- Erin S.

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