Birth is not just another day and this is not just ‘another’ Childbirth Class! A FULL day of birth class?? This is a fun, informative and activity-filled day! Taught in our spacious, beautiful classroom near Fillmore and California Streets in the Fillmore district of San Francisco. FOCUSED AND RELEVANT Out of respect for you and your time, the class stays focused on the most important information that is relevant and appropriate and moves steadily through all the topics. UP TO DATE AND EVIDENCE BASED You will walk out of class with the most up-to-date, evidence-based information available on birth. We will sort out opinions and myths from facts. POSTIVE AND AFFIRMING We have great respect and passion for birth. Our goal is to be embracing and validating to everyone’s unique priorities and situation. We strive to present all options in a positive affirming way.

Sheryll is a DONA trained Birth and Postpartum Doula. She also is a Lactation Consultant through Healthy Children Project-Center for Breastfeeding. In addition to Breastfeeding support and doula work, she also has a passion for Placentas! She Trained through International Placenta & Postpartum Association to become a Placenta Encapsulation Specialist. After experiencing her own home birth with a midwife, she wants to help everyone have an empowered and supported birthing experience. She is dedicated to making sure that you and your partner feel like you have the skills you need to have the most positive birth experience as possible. Sheryll loves to explore and research ways to provide you with continuous support and uses evidence based information so you can make educated decisions during your pregnancy and into your birth. She lives an exciting life in the South Bay with her husband, four kids, two dogs, and seven chickens that she doulas eggs from for her family!

Welcome! I am a Holistic Health Practioner of many forms and have been for many years. I identify as Black, Mexican, and Native American, aka. Super Indigenous. My pronouns are She/Her. Some of my titles include Full Spectrum Birthworker, Massage Therapist, Breastfeeding Peer Counselor, Nanny/Sitter, and more! As someone with multiple passions in life, i’m extremely intentional about curating a safe space for myself and others to thrive. I look forward to the opportunity to do so for future clients. Please don’t be shy and reach out if you have questions, i’m happy to answer them!

Hello, I’m Therese, the owner of Mama T. Holistic. I am deeply passionate about providing a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for mamas and their families throughout pregnancy, birth, and beyond. My services include full-spectrum doula care, lactation support, night doula services, prenatal and postpartum fitness, yoga, and more. With care, compassion, and holistic practices tailored to your unique needs, we’ll navigate your journey together. Let’s connect and create a beautiful, empowering experience for you and your family.

Hello my name is Ja’Nay Jaymes and I am a Full Spectrum Doula (birth & postpartum) serving to all families in the Bay Area. I have over a decade of experience in the medical field, including significant roles at St.Luke’s Women Center and Kaiser hospital. I work particularly with newborns and first time moms as a trusted figure in providing gentle, caring support during critical moments. With my strong background in assisting diverse populations, including the deaf, blind, and autistic. My passion lies in advocating for women’s healthcare rights and improving birthing experiences. I am dedicated to educating women about their birthing options and rights aiming to reduce the disparities in healthcare outcomes. My unique blend of medical expertise and Doula certification, combined with my deep commitment to personalize care sets me apart. I offer a safe, supportive space for all clients. I respect all clients birthing choices and I ensure a positive empowered birthing experience.

Loula is a diverse provider network of over 100 experienced doulas throughout California! All of our doulas accept health insurance including select Medi-Cal and Commercial managed care plans. Loula helps you connect with a doula in your area that's right for you. Go to our website to learn more and complete an interest form!

Whether you are choosing homebirth, community birth, or hospital birth, the Harmony Doula Group has a combined 40 years of experience supporting births of all kinds, from low risk to high. When you hire us, you get a team of experts working together and dedicated to helping you have your best pregnancy, birth, or postpartum experience. We don't empower you. That power comes from within you. Our mission is to provide support and information, so you can make the choices you feel are right for you, respecting your individual birthing and parenting philosophies. No judgment, no agendas, just loving kindness and the consideration of you. We are a trauma-informed and gender affirming practice.

Hi There! I'm Maddie, I am a C-FSD ('22) and live in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Being a doula is my identity above all other identities. My training with Birthing Advocacy guides my approach which is: evidence-based, unbiased, judgment-free, and trauma-informed. My goal is for you to have an empowered experience with this transformative life event. I am also deeply passionate about menstrual health and providing people with the details of this biological process and its physiological response, and how to build a collaborative relationship with the menstrual cycle (a key indicator of your overall health!). When I am not talking about reproductive health, you’ll find me spending my time learning about life. I am a creative and my favorite expression is through photos. I am a student of my spirituality. I love to move my body, travel, cook, and love – all things that teach us about life and connect us to the people and the earth around us.

Hello, parents and parents-to-be. My name is Thaís M. Schweitzer. I’m a certified birth and postpartum doula, a newborn care specialist, and a breastfeeding educator located in the San Mateo - Bay Area, CA. I dedicate myself to supporting families during the special moment of welcoming a new family member, and I’m very proud of my ability and gentle approach to the work. I’ll be there to assist you in whatever decision you make. - Labor and Birth Doula Support - Postpartum Doula Support - Lactation assistance - Childbirth education class - Newborn care education class Thank you! See you soon!

I am a birth doula with DONA International, a Lactation Educator and Counselor through U.C. San Diego and a E-RYT 200 and RPYT (Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher) with the Yoga Alliance. During the perinatal period, I strive to help parents feel educated, supported and cared for through this transformational time in their lives. I combine evidence based information, yoga philosophy and trust in physiological birth to help parents feel empowered on their journey into parenthood.

I was born and raised in the Bay Area and I am the middle child to two brothers. I grew up in a tight-knit family filled with mostly women so pregnancy was around me my whole life. I was always there when family members came home helping care for them and the baby in whatever I could. I started out as a pre-school teacher and a special education teacher’s assistant, both roles I enjoyed. I did my first official doula training in 2018 and immediately knew I had found my place. Learning about the birth disparities black women face and personal experience from my own birth made my drive to help women of color come alive. I have a special interest in breastfeeding as well and I hope I can help more women and people have successful breastfeeding journeys. As an aspiring midwife and I know that being a doula will help me in my journey there. I became a birthworker because I want to help other birthing women and peoples experience power in their birth and postpartum time. When I had my daughter I had some of my power taken away from me and I want to help other birthing women and people know their rights so that can never happen. I chose this path because I want to make sure they feel loved, protected, well informed, and heard. I see it as my responsibility to my community to be of service and purposeful in the care I provide.

Hi, I’m Marina Poole, a certified birth doula and prenatal yoga teacher. I’m passionate about empowering women to embrace their birth experiences with confidence and joy. Through a combination of physical and mental preparation, I support expectant mothers with tailored exercises, self-advocacy tools, and guidance to help them achieve a smoother, more empowered birth. I believe in the transformative power of birth and advocate for minimal intervention, fostering a gentle, non-traumatic experience that honors both mother and child. My approach is all about helping women reclaim their power and pleasure in the birth process, ensuring a positive, lasting impact on their journey into motherhood. Reach out if you're interested in planning a "natural hospital birth", birth center or home birth. I love everything about physiologic birth and am excited to help you do this!

✨ Hi friends! I’m Jess (she/her) — a queer birth & postpartum doula based in the Bay Area. I grew up around birth and babies (shoutout to my nurse mom!) and fell in love with supporting new parents early on. After seeing so many of my friends navigate birth and postpartum without the support they deserved and needed, I knew this was the work I was meant to do. I offer care that’s supportive, inclusive, and centered on you—your values, your vision, and your unique journey into parenthood. If you’re pregnant, postpartum, or just dreaming about building your family someday, I’d love to support you. 💛

My passion for caregiving and holistic well-being runs deep within my soul. From a young age, I have always been drawn to helping others and making a positive impact on their lives. This drive led me to pursue this career, where I have found my true calling in aiding families during their most vulnerable moments. I approach caregiving with a holistic mindset, recognizing the interconnectedness of physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. By integrating traditional practices with alternative therapies, I strive to provide comprehensive and personalized care that addresses all aspects of one's health. My work is not just a job, but a calling that fills my heart with purpose and fulfillment. Building meaningful relationships with parents and their families, offering comfort and support during times of uncertainty and distress, brings me immeasurable joy and satisfaction.

As a passionate and dedicated doula, I'm committed to helping women achieve a positive birth experience. With my own experiences as a mother, I understand the importance of having a supportive companion by your side. With a background in biology and extensive doula training, I bring a unique combination of knowledge and expertise to my clients. I'm dedicated to providing personalized support and guidance throughout your pregnancy, labor, and postpartum journey. I'll help you to figure out your preferences, clarify what you want and need. we will build your confidence, and practice labor support techniques. We'll explore the best ways I can support you during birth and how I can help your partner get involved.

I empower parents to trust in their natural ability to nurture their newborn during the postpartum phase, fostering a sense of confidence and self-assurance. As an overnight postpartum doula, my focus is to create a safe and comfortable environment for you to begin recovering and bonding with baby immediately. I serve families between the Menlo Park and South San Jose.

Taylor is a Doula, Placenta Encapsulator, and Student Midwife serving families in the San Francisco Bay Area. Working with children for over a decade as a nanny, she has always had a passion for supporting families. After attending her first birth in 2016, she discovered that she had a deep calling to join the Birth World. She completed her Birth Doula training at Natural Resources in 2019. Taylor is currently serving her community as a Doula and Placenta Encapsulator and is a Student Midwife at National Midwifery Institute, studying under the well-loved community midwife, Michelle Welborn, CPM. Taylor has a calm, “can do” attitude and loves to help you explore all your options during pregnancy and birth. She believes that births are best supported by listening to your body and creating an environment filled with love, trust, connection, and calm. In her free time she loves spending time with her sweet daughter, Magnolia, her orange tabby cat, Max, her loving and supportive husband, Sean, her two adorable nieces, and her wonderful and inspiring siblings. Taylor also has a passion for yoga, rollerblading, and foraging, growing, and learning about mushrooms. Her happy place is the beach.

Originally from Liverpool, England and now living in Marin County, California, I am the mum of 6 beautiful children and a grandma to one. Each and every birth was unique, whether it was at home, a birthing centre, or in a hospital. The level of prenatal and postpartum care I received, definitely impacted my birth experience and I really feel every mum should feel safe and in control of her choices, as much as she can when she is going through one of the most unique and special moments in their life. I love supporting other parents on their journey, whether it be for advice, support or just to chat about what's to come. Feeling prepared makes for a much easier birth journey :) I trained with Doula Trainings international as a birth and postpartum doula. I have been a volunteer with the Postpartum Support Center through the Marin Diaper Bank and now as a facilitator for the ROSE program. When not supporting families you will find me looking after my granddaughter, walking my dog, hiking, or enjoying friend and family time.

Hello everyone my name is Alessandra I am a certified birth and postpartum doula located in SAN Francisco, I’m passionate about providing compassionate care and supporting families during one of the most important moments of their lives: the arrival of a new member. My mission is to provide emotional, physical, and informational support during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, helping women feel empowered and confident in their choices. I believe that every birth experience should be respectful and unique, and I am here to listen, guide, and provide a welcoming and safe environment. With empathy and dedication, I seek to help each family experience this journey in a positive and meaningful way.

Chelsey is professionally trained and certified as a birth + postpartum doula as well as an infant feeding specialist. As the mother of her own two children and an active member of her local Marin parenting community, Chelsey intimately knows how very different each birth and baby can be. She has a passion for the empowerment of birthing people and aims to reduces fear and instill strength in all the families that she serves. As the labor and birth process unfolds, Chelsey’s priority is in providing her clients with the unbiased, evidence-based guidance and support they need.