Crystal Franco - Birth & Postpartum Doula

About Crystal

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!

Birth & Postpartum Doula packages and pricing

BIRTH ONLY (starting at 25 weeks):

Each potential client receives 2 Consultation calls:
Initial Call
Discuss general packages
Role of a Doula
Pricing
Deposit and Contract
Individualized Planning Call
Create extensive individualized plan
Discuss payment plans, if necessary
Planning Sessions can be in-person or virtual
Packages can be modified to best suit client needs
Monthly Prenatal Visits (45 minutes up to 2 hours)
Guided Meditation/Check in
Planning
Preparation
Birth Preparation
Referral to Birth classes
Stretches
Comfort Measures discussions
Creating a birth plan
Creating a workout plan
Creating Meal Plan
Postpartum Preparation
Creating Postpartum Plan
Planning for child care, self care, and home care
Meal preparation including
Individualized Recipe building
Pre-cooking freezer meals
2 follow up visits and phone support
Assistance with SDI/FMLA Applications
“Nesting” Assistance
Birth Support
Early Labor via phone/zoom
Active Labor in person
Hospital/Birthing Center support until birther is okay to be alone
Lactation Support
2 Postpartum check ins
in person or virtually

$1,000 USD · Flat rate

POSTPARTUM ONLY (price per 3 Months):

Each potential client receives 2 Consultation calls:
Initial Call
Discuss general packages
Role of a Doula
Pricing
Deposit and Contract
Individualized Planning Call
Create extensive individualized plan
Discuss payment plans, if necessary
Planning Sessions can be in-person or virtual
Packages can be modified to best suit client needs
Postpartum Preparation
Creating Postpartum Plan
Planning for child care, self care, and home care
Assistance with SDI/FMLA
“Nesting” Assistance
Meal Preparation and Planning including
Individualized Recipe building
Pre-cooking freezer meals
Chores/Cleaning
First Month
2-3 Weekly Visits
Overnight Visits available upon request
Second Month
1 visit a week
Overnight Visits available upon request
Third Month
Bi-Weekly Visits
Overnight Visits available upon request
Continued support up to 1 year postpartum
Cost based on number of visits starting at $500-$800/3 months
Minimum 2 visits monthly

$1,000 USD · Flat rate

BIRTH AND POSTPARTUM

Each potential client receives 2 Consultation calls:
Initial Call
Discuss general packages
Role of a Doula
Pricing
Deposit and Contract
Individualized Planning Call
Create extensive individualized plan
Discuss payment plans, if necessary
Planning Sessions can be in-person or virtual
Packages can be modified to best suit client needs
Birth Preparation
Referral to Birth classes
Stretches
Creating a birth plan
Creating a workout plan
Creating Meal Plan
Assistance with SDI/FMLA Applications
“Nesting” Assistance
Meal Planning and Preparation including
Individualized Recipe building
Pre-cooking freezer meals
Birth Support
Early Labor via phone/zoom
Active Labor in person
Hospital/Birthing Center support until birther is okay to be alone
Lactation Support
Chores/Cleaning during prenatal and postpartum visits
Postpartum Support
Creating Postpartum Plan
Planning for child care, self care, and home care
First Month
2-3 Weekly Visits
Overnight Visits available
Second Month
1 visit a week
Overnight Visits available
Third Month
Bi-Weekly Visits
Continued support up to 1 year postpartum
Cost based on number of visits starting at $500/ 3 months - $800/ 3 months
Minimum 3 visits monthly

$1,500 USD · Flat rate

What to expect

As a Capricorn Moon, I'm a PLANNER. As a Taurus Sun and Aries Rising, I'm a fierce ADVOCATE. Therefore, preparing, planning, and supporting you prenatally, during labor and delivery, and postpartum is my cup of tea! I am a revolutionary, first-generation Mexican-American who is actively reconnecting with Indigenous wisdom and traditions which I will be incorporating into my practice and care. I also specialize in rallying your village behind you. I offer partner and family consults to give some loving suggestions and education of your support system so that they can be well equipped to support you in this very vulnerable time. Please see my website ariarosedoula.com and select "Book a Free Consultation" to see my full list of a la carte services and if you would like more information, select "General Inquiry" and we can talk about your personal needs. I do not turn anyone down for lack of funds. Please do not hesitate to take advantage of the free consult, I'm sure we can work something out to ensure you are cared for in this time! Como Luna en Capricornio, soy PLANIFICADORA. Como Sol en Tauro y Ascendente en Aries, soy una firme DEFENSORA. Por lo tanto, ¡prepararte, planificarte y apoyarte prenatalmente, durante el parto y el posparto es mi especialidad! Soy una mexicana-americana revolucionaria de primera generación que se reconecta activamente con la sabiduría y las tradiciones indígenas, las cuales incorporaré a mi práctica y atención. También me especializo en apoyar a tu comunidad. Ofrezco consultas con tu pareja y familia para brindarte sugerencias amorosas y capacitar a tu sistema de apoyo para que estén bien preparados para apoyarte en este momento tan vulnerable. Visita mi sitio web ariarosedoula.com y selecciona "Reservar una consulta gratuita" para ver mi lista completa de servicios a la carta. Si deseas más información, selecciona "Consulta general" y podemos hablar sobre tus necesidades personales. No rechazo a nadie por falta de recursos. No dude en aprovechar la consulta gratuita. ¡Estoy seguro de que podemos encontrar una solución para garantizar que reciba la atención necesaria en este momento!

Reviews for Crystal Franco

5.0 1 review

5.0

January 22, 2026

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.

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

Ether and Instinct Doula Mentorship Training (2021)

Languages

English, Spanish

Specialties

Aromatherapy Babywearing Birth Assistant Birth Doula Birth Support Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Breastfeeding Support Breech Birth Building Healthy Communication Evidence-Based Care Family Consultation Freebirth Herbal Postpartum Care Home Birth Hospital Birth Labor Doula Low Milk Supply/Over Supply Mindfulness Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Newborn Care Newborn Prep Parenting Support Positive Thinking Postpartum Care Postpartum Doula Care Prenatal Care Relaxation Techniques Sibling Preparation Spirituality Stress Management Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Support in Pregnancy Loss Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Water birth

Certifications, training, and credentials are listed by the provider. Bornbir doesn't verify them, so ask Crystal for a copy of any certificate you rely on.