Carla Michael - Midwife

About Carla

I’m a community-based birth worker and maternal health advocate with a deep commitment to supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum journey with care that is informed, calm, and centered on dignity. My work is rooted in both lived experience and years of supporting families through community initiatives focused on maternal wellness and emotional support. I also lead a maternal mental health initiative that brings mothers together in meaningful ways which build connection, healing, and shared knowledge across generations. I am especially passionate about improving birth outcomes and ensuring families feel informed, respected, and supported in every decision they make. My approach to birth is grounded in trust in the body, education, and advocacy which help parents feel safe, seen, and empowered no matter how their birth unfolds. I bring strong skills in emotional support, birth preparation education, and continuity of care, along with experience working in community settings that center Black maternal health and holistic, culturally responsive care. My goal is always to hold space where families feel both protected and empowered as they step into parenthood. Outside of birth work, I bring a warm, down-to-earth energy and love finding joy in the small things, whether that’s roller skating, music that sets the mood, or laughter that makes a hard day feel lighter. I believe joy is part of healing too, and I try to carry that into every space I’m in.

Availability

Taking new clients

Due Jan – Aug 2027

Confirmed 3 weeks ago

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Midwife packages and pricing

Founding Families

Tier Description Fee Range Founding Families Support Families who are early clients helping establish the practice $3500 - (2 slots available) Families Needing Financial Support $5900 (medicaid) Moderate Support Families with Partial Capacity to Pay $6530 – $6187 Full Fee Standard Rate for Families Able to Pay Full Fee $6854.00 Fees are determined individually to ensure fairness, confidentiality, and accessibility.

$6,854 USD · Flat rate

Accepted insurance

Inland Empire Health Plan L.A. Care Health Plan Molina Healthcare Message Carla to confirm coverage for your plan.

What to expect

I provide midwifery-informed, holistic care that supports families throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. My services are centered on education, clinical guidance, and compassionate support to ensure families feel informed, safe, and actively involved in their care decisions. Prenatal care & education– Comprehensive pregnancy support including health assessments, education on pregnancy progression, birth preparation, and individualized care planning Labor & birth care– Clinical and supportive care during labor and birth, including monitoring maternal and fetal well-being, supporting physiological birth, pain relief options, and coordinated care when needed Postpartum care – Ongoing assessments and support for recovery, breastfeeding or feeding support, newborn wellness checks, and emotional health support for the birthing parent Maternal health & wellness support – Guidance on physical and emotional wellbeing during the perinatal period, with attention to holistic healing and recovery Care coordination & referrals– Connecting families with additional medical support, specialists, or community resources when needed to ensure continuity of care My approach to midwifery care is rooted in respect for the natural physiology of birth, evidence-based practice, and a deep commitment to culturally responsive care that honors each family’s values, autonomy, and lived experience.

Reviews for Carla Michael

5.0 4 reviews

5.0

April 18, 2026

Carla is a true God send! I'm so grateful to have found her. I was searching for a doula because I needed someone to go into the labor/delivery room and advocate for me should things not go as planned. With her help and guidance, I was able to labor successfully at home, managing my own pain, and she was right there with me to welcome my little one into the world. After leaving the hospital, I struggled tremendously with breastfeeding. She knew how important it was to me so she wouldn't let me give up. Thanks to her wisdom and helpful tips, I successfully nursed my little one for a yr and a half! Thank you again!!

— Wanda R.

5.0

April 18, 2026

My doula Carla Michael was literally heaven sent. She’s so calm and informative in her approach being a doula is more than a job for her she truly cares. She made my birthing experience so beautiful and peaceful. She found funding resources so I could have my daughter at home after I had a bad experience with my doctor. When I needed someone to talk to or had questions regarding my pregnancy she responded quickly. She was there during my whole pregnancy, birth and continued to support me after I had my daughter. During labor she assisted me with breathing techniques, assisted me with walking set up my water birth and was just an overall support. (She was almost about to deliver my baby as well) After birth she made me food, helped cleaned, help me breastfeed whatever I needed she was there. If I ever have a second child I would definitely have her as my doula the second time around.

— Princess S.

5.0

April 17, 2026

If I could give Carla 10 stars, I would! She was absolutely amazing at both births of my children! She genuinely cares and would consistently follow-up to see how she can assist. I am grateful to God for having been blessed with someone as loving and knowledgeable as her because the homebirth experiences wouldn’t have been the same without her! I highly recommend Carla Michael for anyone that is looking to have a caring, experienced doula or midwife present throughout their homebirth process.

— Christina Z.

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

Childbirth Educator (2023)
Licensed Insurance Agent (2023)
Certified Lactation Education Specialist (2020)
Doula (2019)
Registered Yoga Teacher (2021)
Licensed Midwife, Certified Professional Midwife (2025)

Education

Associates of Midwifery (2025)
Masters of Social Work (2014)

Memberships and affiliations

California Association of Licensed Midwives
California Black Health Network
National Association of Professional Midwives
Californians for the Advancement of Midwifery

Languages

English

Credentials

CLE CPM LM MSW RYT

Specialties

Birth Assistant Birth Doula Birth Support Breastfeeding Support Childbirth Education Child Welfare and Adoption Doula Trainer Healthy Eating Home Birth Labor Doula Labor Monitrice Midwife Support Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Newborn Care Newborn Exam Pain Management Parenting Support Postpartum Care Postpartum Doula Care Prenatal Yoga Telehealth Vaginal Steam Water birth Well-Woman Care

Frequently asked questions

How much does Carla charge?

Carla's Founding Families package is $6,854 USD, flat rate.

Is Carla taking new clients?

Taking new clients. Due Jan – Aug 2027. Availability was confirmed 3 weeks ago.

Does Carla accept insurance?

Carla lists Inland Empire Health Plan, L.A. Care Health Plan, and Molina Healthcare as accepted insurance. Message Carla to confirm coverage for your plan.