Rafaela Schmidit

Sunnyvale, California

5.0 (2 reviews)

Rafaela Schmidit

11 years of experience

Hello, I'm Rafaela. I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). With over 10 years of clinical experience dedicated to maternal and infant health, I've dedicated my career to supporting the unique bond between parents and their babies. I know that while breastfeeding is a beautiful journey, it often comes with its own set of hurdles. My approach blends deep expertise in infant oral motor function with a heart for evidence-based, compassionate care. Whether you are still expecting or navigating the transition back to work, I’m here to provide the personalized, judgment-free guidance you and your family deserve. Book Now: www.latchoncare.com

Recent review

Rafaela is such a lovely person. Thank you so much for helping me.

- Daiana Priscila Bispo d.

Jennifer Davis

San Jose, California

Jennifer Davis

20 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello Everyone! I am Jennifer Davis, the owner of Joy & Laughter Developmental Therapy. I am an Occupational Therapist by trade. After several years in the field, I quickly realized that there was a great need for quality, caring therapists and in 2012- JLD Therapy was born. We are a premiere pediatric therapy clinic located at 2 locations in San Jose & Santa Clara. We offer a wide range of services including Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Feeding Therapy and Physical Therapy. All of our therapists are highly trained and ready to help. Our multidisciplinary team of experts will coordinate with you and each other to create a unique, high-quality, play-based treatment plan for your child. The future doesn’t have to be scary. Let us help answer your questions, bring back your optimism – and make childhood fun for everyone!

Joanna Clark

Mountain View, California

5.0 (14 reviews)

Joanna Clark

15 years of experience

As a tenured Pediatric Sleep Consultant, I believe that no parent should suffer because their child isn't sleeping through the night or taking quality naps. As a trained and certified Gentle Sleep Coach SM, I'm part of a worldwide network of sleep coaches who partner with pediatricians, doulas, and lactation specialists to care and support families just like yours. Because every family is unique, my training in infant, baby, and child sleep is comprehensive and ongoing, following the most current science and research in the fields of sleep medicine, behavioral science, child development, attachment theory and maternal support. I am proud to be recognized as one of the Top 200 Sleep Consultants in the US by Tuck. I am also a 3X published author who joined 30 other leading parenting experts to publish the #1 International Amazon Best Selling series: The One Thing Every Mom Should Know and The One Thing Every Mompreneur Needs to Know. It's my honor to help families achieve peaceful bedtimes, reliable naps, easier parenting, and marital harmony.

Recent review

"I HIGHLY recommend Joanna Clark!! Before sleep coaching, starting at 5pm like clockwork a meltdown process began. Fighting. Negotiating. Everything was being impacted. It was unmanageable from everyone's perspective. Now, our daughter is more calm, emotionally resilient, confident and content in the evening process. She knows what's coming next and she recognizes that she needs and enjoys some quiet time. This was a structured, methodical process that works. The way Joanna organized everything, seeing it on paper gave me hope that by a certain date we would be successful in the process. The condensed time frame helped us jump off and take the leap of faith. Having an expert we can surrender to, knowing we are totally aligned and knowing our roles was huge in why we were successful. We never believed we would be this successful this fast. I am so glad we didn't let our own ideas of what was going to work or not work impact our momentum, preventing us from seeing this success. We surrendered to the process and the chips fell and now we are on a better path. Thanks for holding us accountable and being flexible. She sleeps 11 hours a night and no more bedtime drama or anxiety!"

- Koetting J.

Lindsey Henstock

Hayward, California

Lindsey Henstock

2 years of experience

Hi there! My name is Lindsey! I'm a Birth Doula, mom of a beautiful 13 month old baby boy, married to my best friend and was born and raised in the Bay Area! I have always had an immense level of respect and awe for birth, but it was really through my own pregnancy and natural, unmedicated and intervention free birth that a passion was ignited for serving women through this life-changing event. So many women lack the support they need to feel confident in the power they hold when they bring their babies into this world. My hope is that I can provide that support to you and help you achieve a positive birth experience. My goal for my clients is that you go into your birth feeling confident, empowered, educated, and in charge. I care that you've had a chance to access all of the information, have had time to ask questions, have had time to come to an answer and can give TRULY informed consent to any procedure. I also just really want to have a good time with you during one of the most incredible seasons of life. I'm so happy to meet you!

Ijeoma Edet

San Leandro, California

5.0 (1 review)

Ijeoma Edet

7 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hey! My preferred name is Vivian. I believe pregnancy/Birth and Postpartum are very important and should be handled as a life event with the birthing person and family getting all the care resources and support they need and this is why I became a doula because CHANGE starts with you- I am here to make a difference no matter.

Recent review

SHE WAS FUN TO WORK WITH! MY PREGANANCY WAS QUITE COMPLICATED BUT I APPRECIATE THE WAY SHE WORKS WITH A KEEN EYE FOR DETAILS. we all know that the job of a DOULA is not to FIX you but with their support, resources and sisterly presence - IT MAKES A DIFFERENCE. THANK YOU SISTER, I CANNOT RECOMMEND YOU ENOUGH!

- KABLAH HADDISH T.

Magdalene Holtam

Los Altos, California

Magdalene Holtam

21 years of experience

I am a Licensed Psychologist in CA and enjoy working with women who are pregnant and mothers who are struggling with anxiety. I specialize in treating OCD and anxiety disorders and have helped many people are who are struggling with these issues. Please visit my website if you'd like more information about the therapy services I offer. I offer virtual sessions to those residing in CA and see clients in-person in my Mountain View, CA office.

Stephanie Mollinier

Santa Clara, California

Stephanie Mollinier

9 years of experience

I am a wife, mother, educator, and doula. I love the challenge and beauty of birth. I have decided to follow my passion and calling in life as a birth doula. It is so important that families feel supported, respected, and cared for as they welcome their child(ren) to the world. In addition, those first few weeks after the birth are very tender, emotional, and draining. I want to help lead my clients to positive transitions into parenthood. This happens when we work as a team and collaborate on what makes a healthy birth and postpartum experience for YOU.

Amanda Martins

Santa Clara, California

Amanda Martins

7 years of experience

My journey started when I finished my studies in early childhood education in Brazil and worked with children of all ages including children with emotional and behavioral disorders. One day I had a opportunity to help my friend on her postpartum and I felt so helpful and happy to give her the love and support she needed. After that I immersed myself in the world of motherhood, I felt so passionate and became a postpartum doula. I also had the amazing experience when I had my own sunshine boy, and being a mother is so unique and wonderful but also very challenging. Today I am so accomplished to do my job as a postpartum doula! I know the importance of having a Doula to help, and support a mother and family in their pre-birth, delivery and also in the difficulties encountered in the postpartum journey.

Marina Poole

Redwood City, California

5.0 (1 review)

Marina Poole

3 years of experience
Accepts insurances

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!

Recent review

As first-time parents, Marina was the lighthouse that guided us through the uncertainty and stress of our high-risk pregnancy. She took special care from the moment we started working with her to listen to our history, heartaches, and questions and use that information to provide specific guidance at each stage of our pregnancy. We'd recommend her as a doula to any expecting mother!

- Deborah R.

Melissa Goodin

Woodside, California

5.0 (1 review)

Melissa Goodin

6 years of experience

Hi, I’m Melissa, I’m a certified postpartum doula through ProDoula with over 5 years of experience caring for newborns and 2 years dedicated to overnight support. I’m passionate about helping families feel confident, rested, and cared for during those first tender weeks at home. I’ve worked with singletons, twins, and preemies. I absolutely love supporting all things newborn, breastfeeding, and postpartum recovery. My goal is to create a calm, nurturing environment so you can rest, heal, and enjoy bonding with your baby. Every family’s journey is unique, and I’m here to make yours a little smoother and a lot more supported. 💛

Recent review

Melissa was absolutely wonderful with my newborn! She’s gentle, patient, and clearly very experienced with infants. I felt completely comfortable leaving my baby in her care, she followed all my instructions carefully and kept me updated throughout the time she was watching him. It’s clear she truly loves what she does and cares about the babies she looks after. I would highly recommend Melissa to any parent looking for a trustworthy, caring, and reliable sitter for their little one!

- Shelby C.

Melissa hernandez

San Ramon, California

Melissa hernandez

13 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello , I am a postpartum and birth doula . I have been supporting families since 2014 and have a true passion for supporting new parents . I offer a loving , warm, evidence based practice and offer no judgement whatsoever. I support all families. I am a parent to triplet boys who are 12 and have a lot of experience with multiples .

Allie Glazer

San Carlos, California

Allie Glazer

18 years of experience

Pediatric speech and feeding therapist championing tiny humans and their grown ups.

Yumaya Bullard

San Leandro, California

Yumaya Bullard

3 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am becoming a postpartum doula because I want to nurture and support families during such a tender and life-changing time. I believe parents deserve just as much care as their newborns, and my goal is to provide comfort, reassurance, and a helping hand as they heal and adjust. I especially want to be there for first-time parents and families without strong support systems, offering not only guidance but also a calm presence they can lean on. In the next five years, I see myself fully certified and running my own practice, creating a safe and welcoming space for families to feel cared for and understood. Beyond birth work, I enjoy cooking and reading, both of which inspire me to bring warmth, creativity, and patience into my life and the way I support others. Becoming a doula feels like a natural extension of who I am someone who values community, healing, and the simple comforts that help people feel at home.

Janae Jones

San Leandro, California

Janae Jones

11 years of experience

I am a wife, mom of three and a certified doula. I trained to be a doula in 2016 with the International Center for Traditional Childbearing. I trained also with the National Black Doulas Association, I am certified and a member of this organization as well. I have been working full time as a doula since June of 2019. I love educating my clients, supporting and helping them to advocate for the births that they want. My philosophy around birth and working with clients is that it's your birth. I am here to educate you and support you in your decisions.

Hazel Sterling

San Ramon, California

5.0 (2 reviews)

Hazel Sterling

4 years of experience

GREETINGS ~ I AM A PRENATAL/BIRTH & POSTPARTUM DOULA SERVING BAY AREA FAMILIES WITH A PASSION TO ADVOCATE, INFORM AND SUPPORT EMOTIONALLY AND BEYOND.. I SPECIALIZE IN HOLISTIC CARE & FAITH BASED CARE WHEN ENCOURAGED. WHOLE FAMILY NURTURING (WHERE I SUPPORT FAMILIES WITH OTHER CHILDREN & THEIR CARE NEEDS, ETC.) I FIND PRIVILEGE IN DOING THIS WORK AND SUPPORTING EACH INDIVIDUAL/FAMILY TO BRING LITTLE ONES EARTHSIDE.

Recent review

My birth doula was amazing she helped me so much during labor, thanks to her my labor was quick and easy! She was very experienced and help me answer any questions I had, her presence was very calming, positive and assuring! Absolutely recommend!

- Maria V.

Katia Lisboa Vendramini

San Mateo, California

Katia Lisboa Vendramini

5 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am a speech pathologist in Brazil with a background in special needs children pathology therapy. I am a certified postpartum doula here in the US. I am very passionate about postpartum care and would love to help you and your baby get the most support your postpartum journey!

Luiza Nascimento

San Jose, California

Luiza Nascimento

3 years of experience
Accepts insurances

With over seven years of experience caring for babies and children as a caregiver, I have always felt called to nurture, support, and uplift families during life's most tender moments. Ever since stepping foot in the postpartum care world, I found my passion and truly fell in love. As a doula, I offer gentle, hands-on support to new mothers and their families during the sacred postpartum period. My care is rooted not only in deep compassion and intuition, but also in the latest evidence-based practices and research in postpartum care, infant development, and maternal health. My philosophy is that when science and heart come together, families feel more confident, supported, and empowered. I show up with a calm presence, knowledge, and unconditional care.

Maira Sant Anna

Foster City, California

Maira Sant Anna

6 years of experience

Hello, I'm Maira! I have been working with children for over six years. My passion of taking care of kids began when I decided to be a volunteer in a daycare working with newborns. This experience prompted me to become a certified Birth and Postpartum Doula. I enjoy helping and support families in their new parenting journey. My ultimate goal is allow parents to rest during this period while giving them a sense of security that their precious newborn is in good hands. I am proud to provide a safe, informative and loving environment.

Katherine Panameno

Cupertino, California

5.0 (2 reviews)

Katherine Panameno

9 years of experience
Accepts insurances

As a dedicated Newborn Care Specialist, I am passionate about providing families with expert overnight care and support during the crucial early months of their baby’s life. With extensive experience caring for newborns, I specialize in establishing healthy sleep routines, soothing techniques, and feeding guidance to ensure both baby and parents get the rest they need. My approach is gentle, nurturing, and tailored to each family’s unique needs. I am committed to creating a calm and reassuring environment, offering professional care that fosters confidence and peace of mind for new parents.

Recent review

Having Katherine’s support during the first six weeks with my premature baby was truly invaluable. My little one struggled with reflux, and Katherine’s patience and expertise made a huge difference. She took great care in holding my baby upright for 30 minutes after each feeding, which helped tremendously. Her knowledge, gentle approach, and reliability provided a great sense of reassurance. I’m incredibly grateful for her help and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to any family in need of newborn care.

- Linting S.

Sherry Lunding

Portola Valley, California

5.0 (1 review)

Sherry Lunding

44 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello world! I love to help.

Recent review

Sherry is caring and meticulous and we learned so much - thank you - I will recommend to anyone!

- Sally P.