Find a Newborn Care Specialist Near Me in El Cajon, CA

They say if you love what you do, you never work a day in your life. I found my passion as a postpartum doula and have not worked a day since. In the current culture parents have so much pressure to be perfect and do it on their own. I have made it my mission to educate parents on the benefits of having support during the fourth trimester, and that it truly does take a village.

BIRTH & POSTPARTUM DOULA POSTPARTUM NUTRITION EDUCATION CHILDCARE PROFESSIONAL Caring for a mother and her most precious gift, her baby, is so much more than a job to me, it’s a calling from the heart. I bring into my work what I’ve learned throughout my life: offering gentle, trustworthy, and nurturing care so both mom and baby feel safe, supported, and never alone during this sacred beginning.

Hi! I’m Hannahgrace, an experienced and nurturing caregiver with a strong background in infant care and early childhood development. I have over 7 years of hands-on experience working with babies and young children, and I truly love supporting families during those early, tender stages of life. As an overnight newborn nanny, my goal is to provide a calm, safe, and supportive environment so both baby and parents can rest and feel confident. I am knowledgeable in newborn care, including feeding support, safe sleep practices, soothing techniques, and establishing gentle routines. I am CPR certified and familiar with SIDS prevention and baby-led approaches. I pride myself on being attentive, reliable, and intuitive to each baby’s unique needs. I also believe in clear communication with parents so you feel fully supported and at ease while your little one is in my care. My philosophy is centered around patience, connection, and creating a peaceful environment for both baby and family.

Hi! I'm a Doula of 5+years having received DONA training and UCSD training for birth doula and lactation. I'm currently practicing as a Full Spectrum Doula and would like to focus on Birth Doula and Postpartum night Doula services. I have an emphasis on the gap in care for marginalized women getting the care and support they deserve. I am a very open minded, caring individual who has worked with a variety of individuals from very diverse backgrounds and needs. I specialize in aiding high risk cases and I I lead with love and support from a non judgmental lens. Prenatal care is available to those individuals who have previous negative experiences and/or mental blockages. I am studying now for maternal and child health advancement, as well as mental health services. Let's connect and see how I can help you!

Hi! I’m Maria, I’m one of the Agency Director of Let Mommy Sleep Southern California. I’m a Registered Nurse with over 18 years of experience with Maternal and Child Health, specializing in Neonatal ICU. Had undergone an extensive training to provide Advance Life Support for newborns. Let Mommy Sleep Southern California is led by 2 Neonatal ICU RNs. Myself and another fellow Neonatal ICU RN. We are a team of RNs, Doulas, Newborn Care Providers and night nannies. Every single member of our team are fully trained newborn care providers and experts, certified to provide basic life support, Safe Sleep Ambassador and cleared by California TrustLine Background check. Let Mommy Sleep has been serving families since 2010 across different cities and states. Our mission is simple but life-changing: give parents the rest, confidence and peace of mind they need during the fragile newborn stage. Our team is now serving most of Southern California. San Diego, Coronado, La Jolla, Escondido, Solana Beach, Del Mar, Rancho Santa Fe, Palos Verdes, Hollywood, San Marino, Encino, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Bel Air, Holmby Hills and so much more!

In addition to being a Certified Postpartum Doula of 18 years, I am also a Licensed Home Birth Midwife (licensed by the Medical Board of California) and Newborn Care Specialist. I am fully insured and Trustline Registry approved (CA background check) I am current with Neonatal resuscitation, infant and CPR certifications. I have over 18 years of experience providing postpartum doula support, with a large portion of my work focused specifically on overnight care for newborns and first-time parents including preemies, twins and triplets. My role during night shifts is to prioritize both infant safety and parental rest, handling all newborn care overnight (feeding support, soothing, diapering, settling, and monitoring), while also supporting parents in learning their baby’s cues and milestones. My goal is that parents wake feeling rested, reassured, and more confident each day.

Hello, my name is Kendra. I am postpartum doula training through Dona International. I have background in family health advocacy and early childhood education. I have over 12 years of experience working with children from toddler through pre-K and supporting prenatal and postpartum families through education, referrals, and care coordination. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I believe it is important to empower women by encouraging confidence, providing education, and offering compassionate support as they navigate postpartum and early parenthood.

Hello, my name is Ella Thompson. I am a DONA-certifying birth and postpartum doula, located in San Diego. I believe in empowering, educating, and nurturing individuals and families from pregnancy to postpartum. With a background in childcare and current continuing education in the realm of lactation, I am focused on providing individualized full-spectrum care. Birth and postpartum is powerful as much as it is raw, natural, and beautiful. It is my job to provide emotional, physical, and informational care to those I work with. How YOU choose to birth and navigate YOUR postpartum is MY priority and passion.

Hyping mamas up to receive the care they deserve is my jam! My professional training as a Certified Lactation Counselor, Birth, and Postpartum Doula has allowed me to focus on my caregiving skills and love for helping families make smooth transitions through such a new time in their life. As a woman of color, I know how important it is to feel seen and heard instead of being considered just another number. When we work together, I can assure you that you will receive the care and attention that your family deserves. This is the time to be nurtured and tended to instead of stressing about reading the right books or if you’re feeding your baby too much/too little. I’m your guide to assist with anything from creating a birth plan to meal prepping for your family during early postpartum. When you’re ready to enjoy this process and receive luxury care, don’t hesitate to reach out to me!

I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver, educator, and mother with over two decades of supporting children and families. Since 2001, I have worked as a preschool teacher, including seven years of specialized experience with infants and toddlers. I hold 24 Early Childhood Education units, specialized infant and toddler coursework, and a California State Associate Teacher Permit in Early Childhood Education. As a mother myself, I understand the importance of nurturing both newborns and parents during the critical postpartum period. My focus as a postpartum doula is providing attentive, knowledgeable support for infants during the first six weeks after birth, while helping families adjust with confidence. I am a strong communicator who works closely with parents to develop personalized care plans that meet their family’s unique needs, offering compassionate guidance, newborn care support, and reassurance during this important transition. My goal is to provide families with trusted, supportive care that promotes healing, bonding, and a smooth postpartum experience.

Hi! My name is Julianna, and I am a birth + postpartum doula and reproductive health educator based in San Diego, California. I am deeply passionate about supporting people through their fertility, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and transition into parenthood with care that is informed, grounded, and non-judgmental. My approach blends evidence-based education with intuitive, hands-on support, honoring both the physiological process of birth and the emotional experience that comes with it. I believe that when parents feel informed, respected, and supported in their choices, birth and postpartum can feel more empowering and less overwhelming. I strive to create a calm, affirming space where clients feel safe to ask questions, explore options, and trust their bodies. In addition to doula care, my background in fertility awareness and reproductive health education shapes how I support clients holistically—from conception and pregnancy through postpartum recovery. In my free time, I love being outdoors, moving my body, and grounding myself in simple routines that nourish both body and mind.

Hi there! I'm Maria Woods, originally from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and I've been calling San Diego home for the past 8 years. I'm a proud mother of two girls, and being compassionate and loving is just part of who I am. I'm here to lend a helping hand to both of you and your precious newborn. Welcome to the world of doula care!

Comprehensive prenatal and postpartum consultation services. Home visits, telehealth, and office appointments are available. Latch problems, tongue tie, low milk supply, multiples, back-to-work pumping appointments. Accepts some insurances and can provide superbills.

I’m Valori, a certified postpartum doula, lactation educator, and postpartum nutrition coach with over five years of professional experience and more than a decade of informal support to families. I specialize in guiding new parents through the early weeks and months with a holistic approach that blends evidence-based care with traditional postpartum wisdom. My focus is on overnight newborn care, lactation support, and nutrition as medicine to restore balance and support long-term healing. As a mother myself, I understand firsthand the physical, emotional, and hormonal shifts that occur after birth. I believe every family deserves individualized care, rest, and nourishment during this tender time, which is why I only work with one family at a time to give my full attention. My goal is to create a supportive, calming environment where parents can feel confident, cared for, and equipped with tools for sustainable wellbeing.

Hi there! I’m Amy, a fun and dependable caregiver with over 20 years experience supporting families through every stage, from newborn nights to daytime routines, childcare, and special needs care. My specialty is overnight newborn care, helping families get the rest they need while ensuring their little one is nurtured. I’m skilled in feeding, soothing, swaddling, and establishing gentle sleep rhythms according to family's preferences. I’m great at providing daily structure, homework help, and developmental support for children of all ages. I have experience working with families navigating unique medical or sensory needs, and I take pride in being patient, observant, and adaptable while creating a safe and supportive environment for every child. Services include: - Overnight newborn and infant care - Sleep, feeding, and soothing support - Daytime childcare and creative play - Special needs caregiving - Light household support and meal prep Families describe me as calm under pressure, detail oriented, and deeply caring. I bring order, warmth, and reliability into the home. Whether you need a night nanny, an extra set of hands during the day, or a trusted caregiver who understands complex needs, I’m here to help your household thrive.

I offer overnight support for families with newborns. Besides supporting parents in the care for their newborn I also love to ‘mother the mother’ as she needs to rest and recover in the fourth trimester. I offer practical support, such as help with (breast)feeding, making sure mom stays hydrated and rested, clean bottles and pump parts, help with baby laundry etc. I also provide evidence based information on newborn care as well as emotional support to process all the changes and offer parents encouragement where needed. I’m your biggest cheerleader to become confident in your parenting skills and style!

Babies are a blessing and childbirth is a miracle! I’ve been blessed with four beautiful children and six beautiful GRANDchildren myself. With my love of babies and the incredible miracle of birth, I found the desire to become a Postpartum Doula. Bringing a new baby home is a life-changing event and integrating that new little bundle of joy into the family can be overwhelming. As your Doula, I will make this transition easier for the entire family. My role as your Doula will also be to provide education, non-judgmental support and companionship. I will offer my expertise in newborn care and breastfeeding support. I will also offer evidence based information on infant feeding, emotional and physical recovery from birth, infant soothing and coping skills. I will make appropriate referrals when necessary. I am a certified Doula through DONA International. The training I received through DONA increased my knowledge and ambition to offer the nurturing care new moms, infants and families so deserve! Hours for my services will be flexible to meet the needs of your family including overnights and travel. I am current in both adult, infant CPR and First Aid Safety Certifications through the American Heart Association. Also, I am current on vaccinations and Trustline Certified. I look forward to being your “extra pair of loving hands” and my goal is to simplify your life as new parents.

I’m a full spectrum Doula and I offer nonjudgmental support during the postpartum period. I love to nurture new parents on their journey learning beside them to help support and offer resources during the 4th trimester

Hi, I’m Brandalyn. As a second-generation Certified Postpartum Doula, Lactation Educator/Counselor, and Certified Newborn Care Specialist, supporting families has always felt like a natural part of who I am. Becoming a mother at a young age deeply shaped the way I care for others, giving me a strong understanding of how important it is for mothers to feel nurtured, supported, and gently guided through the beautiful and life-changing transition into motherhood. With nearly two decades of experience, I bring a calm, steady, and non-judgmental presence into the home, helping families feel confident, rested, and supported by tuning into their needs and guiding them in a way that feels natural for their home.

With 15 years of experience as a dedicated doula, I’ve had the honor of supporting countless families through the transformative journey of birth and early parenthood. As a proud mom of six, I bring a deep, personal understanding of the joys and challenges that come with welcoming a new baby. My hands-on experience, combined with years of professional support, has shaped me into a trusted newborn expert—offering compassionate, practical guidance to help parents feel confident and cared for during this sacred season of life.