Find a Childbirth Educator Near Me in Hawaii

The Midwife who approaches this work with warmth, openness, and care. Guided by a deep belief in the strength and wisdom of families. I approach this work with steady hands, a listening heart, and a posture of care shaped by faith, humility, and presence. I bring calm hands, a listening heart, and a commitment to the midwifery model of care that is rooted in safety, respect, and shared decision-making. Here, you are invited to slow down, ask questions, and begin your journey feeling supported and at peace.

I am a proud mom of four incredible children, now ages 12 to 24. My journey as a mother has taken me across the U.S. and overseas, giving birth in four different states along the way. When I’m not supporting growing families, you can usually find me outdoors—hiking, surfing, and enjoying island life. My path into perinatal care was deeply shaped by two starkly different early birth and breastfeeding experiences. Giving birth to my oldest son while earning my Bachelor’s in Anthropology at UC Berkeley, I was surrounded by a supportive culture that allowed for an empowering, physiological birth and a smooth nursing journey. Years later, while in nursing school in New Mexico, I experienced the opposite: rigid practices, unnecessary separation, and a lack of support that left lasting impacts. Realizing that this second experience was, sadly, the norm for most families in our society sparked my passion to advocate for better care and inspired my life’s work. After graduating nursing school, I gained valuable clinical experience as an RN in a busy hospital mother/baby unit, as well as working as a school nurse and home health nurse caring for medically fragile and special needs children. Driven by a lifelong passion for learning and skill development, I have continually expanded my clinical toolbox—becoming a Childbirth Educator, IBCLC, Doula, and Spinning Babies Certified Birth Professional, alongside advanced training in Oral Habilitation and currently completing the Neuro-Play program. Today, I own and operate a private practice serving Oahu and the Big Island—offering lactation and doula home visits across all stages of pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and infancy, as well as prenatal retreats, group classes, and free monthly community support groups. I am dedicated to shifting care culture toward individualized, holistic, and evidence-based maternity care, and it is a true privilege to help families navigate their unique birth, infant feeding, and developmental goals.

Aloha everyone. My name is Mari Makanani and I am an international board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC), registered dietitian(RD), personal chef, and birth+postpartum doula. I am here to support you in your journey from pregnancy and beyond!

Hey there! I'm your dedicated expert multi credentialed, years of experience lactation consultant and parent wellness coach available to guide you to ideal FEEDING, SLEEP, and stellar development. For you, your baby and family! Real talk about what is going to happen or is happening with eating, feeding, sleeping, pooping and development for your baby. Know what is going on and why. What to be doing now as well as specific things to watch for. Some families get in touch for an expanded understanding and a second or third opinion. What to do about feeding struggles can be confusing. Prenatal set ups and throughout all the postpartum time period. That’s the first 3 months after birth, when transitioning to care for a screaming newborn can be challenging. Get all the up-to-date info and set ups, planning and practices. Prepping you up before baby- what things do you really need to have? What about what “They” are telling you? Get clear why, what and how you wanna feed and take care of this baby. Ensure healthy and thriving babies and families. ✨ Personalized, warm guidance; dispel confusion, simplify choices with authentic and evidence based supports. Whether you're expecting, navigating feeding challenges, or seeking parenting confidence, Optimize your family's wellness every step of the way with empowered parent coaching. ✨ "Your Personalized Feeding Partner: From Prenatal to First Foods!" 🌟 ✨ Tailored Support: You're equipped with the right tools and techniques for a successful feeding journey, from prenatal growing baby on the inside to regular foods- chewing and eating from your family table! ✨ Expertise You Can Rely On: Certified, licensed, and experienced, addressing real-world feeding challenges and oral development concerns with practical solutions that simply make sense. ✨ Effortless Feeding Solutions: Decode your baby's needs and cues, making feeding a breeze without the guesswork. Say goodbye to uncertainties! ✨ Confidence Amplified: Understand the 'whys' behind feeding methods, empowering you with knowledge for a confident and informed parenting journey. ✨ Virtual Ease: Wherever you are globally, receive expert guidance from the comfort of your home. Virtual sessions ensure professional support reaches you, no matter the distance. ✨ Local Connections: Need hands-on assistance? I can seamlessly connect you with trusted local service providers, guaranteeing you any in-person support you require. ✨ Insurance Accessibility: Explore services potentially covered by commercial insurances, making expert support accessible and budget-friendly for all parents. ✨ Holistic Development Focus: Nurture your baby's optimal growth, laying the foundation for a healthy future. Embrace feeding techniques beyond conventional wisdom, tailored to your unique needs. ✨ Swift Solutions: Receive practical, tailored advice designed around your lifestyle. Say goodbye to outdated one-size-fits-all approaches; we focus on what works best for you and your baby, embracing modern and personalized strategies. ✨ Ready to Transform Feeding Time? Embark on a stress-free feeding journey today! Take the first step, book your session; together, let's transform feeding time into a delightful experience for both you and your little one!

I'm Frances Hartley, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant honored to be serving families on the Big Island of Hawai'i. I provide compassionate Breastfeeding Support. Insurance accepted for many in-home appointments. I first became interested in lactation when I was struggling to breastfeed my first child who had a tongue tie, along with other complications from pregnancy and birth. The caring, compassionate and practical support that I received from Lactation Consultants was life changing for me. I wanted to provide that for others. I've been working with breastfeeding familes since 2016 at a number of hospitals in the Tacoma and Seattle area in Washington State, and through non-profits and private practice on Big Island. During my work in maternity wards I noticed many families go home from the hospital sleep deprived, overwhelmed and with a real need for more breastfeeding help and education. I am here to provide that care and follow up, to help you achieve your goals and to support your family in this new life transition. I believe that any amount of breastfeeding is something to be celebrated and supported Get the one-on-one, personalized outpatient lactation care that is so vital for breastfeeding/chestfeeding success. Get the care and support you deserve for your family.

✨Empowering mothers in every birth✨ Aloha! My name is Lauren and I am super passionate about birth and believe the best thing you can do for yourself and your baby is to cultivate a great support system around you. It is proven that good support in pregnancy, birth and postpartum will lead to better outcomes and an overall more satisfying experience. Giving birth is one of the most meaningful experiences of your life and it will impact your whole being for the rest of your life. I believe every woman deserves support in birth and I want to help you create the most positive experience so those memories can be rewarding and empowering. As your birth doula my goal is to empower you and your partner in your birth however you want that to look like. I am here to guide and prepare you through information and education, and together we can come up with a plan to achieve the birth you want. I will support your decisions and advocate for your needs and well-being. I will be at your side providing emotional and physical support to create a safe and comfortable environment and we will be ready to face any challenges that come up along the way.

Hi! My name is Madelyn, and I am a Certified Full Spectrum Doula. For as long as I can remember I have been interested in becoming a birth worker. I have several years of experience in infant/newborn care, as well as postpartum assistance and overnight care. I work as a nanny and have loved the career I have established for myself, but am ready to move forward in providing care to mamas and newborns during the prenatal, labor, and postpartum stages. I recently got to experience this with one of my nanny families which ultimately encouraged me to pursue this career professionally. The experience in caring for a postpartum mother to twins has really provided me with knowledge in doing the same for many others.

Hello, I’m a doula and student midwife. I work throughout California via my company Wingwomen, and I accept cash and insurance from major plans.

Aloha! I'm Gwendaline. I’m a certified Birth Doula, Certified Childbirth Educator, and Certified Breastfeeding Counselor based in Pāhoa, Hawai‘i. My passion is supporting families through every step of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with care, education, and encouragement. I believe that birth is a sacred journey, and my goal is to help parents feel empowered, informed, and confident as they welcome new life into the world. Whether it’s hands-on support during labor or gentle guidance with breastfeeding, I’m here to make your transition into parenthood peaceful and empowering.

Full spectrum doula and licensed midwife on Oahu

Hello families! My name is Sarrah Hernandez, and I'm an Ayurvedic birth and postpartum doula and Ayurvedic women's health consultant based in Kapolei, Hawaiʻi. At the heart of my work is a commitment to building meaningful relationships with the women and families I serve. I believe pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood are profound rites of passage and not simply medical events to be managed, but transformative seasons that deserve to be nurtured with presence, knowledge, and compassionate support. My role is to help re-center women in their matrescence journey while serving as a bridge for families seeking care that extends beyond the clinical model and honors the whole person. As an integrative health practitioner, I blend evidence-informed education with traditional wisdom and nurturing practices that have often been lost in modern maternity care. I walk alongside women throughout pregnancy, offering personalized health and wellness guidance, weekly one-on-one prenatal yoga sessions, support as they adapt to the physical, emotional, and identity changes of pregnancy, and family-centered birth and postpartum preparation. After birth, I provide restorative Ayurvedic postpartum care focused on nourishing, protecting, and caring for the mother during the first 45 days as she recovers and transitions into motherhood. I recently moved to Oʻahu in February 2026 with my husband, who was born and raised here, and it is truly an honor to serve the women, babies, and families of Hawaiʻi who resonate with this relationship-centered, holistic model of care.

Aloha! Nana JillAnna here:) I have been a Birthworker and professional nurturer for over 30 years. Along the way I have picked up a Birth Doula certification, a post partum, sleep,, breastfeeding, herbology, naturopathy, and nutrition degrees and certifications; as well as reflexology, massage, cranio-sacral therapeutic techniques, and yin yoga. I have a BA is Psychology, and advanced degrees from both Harvard in the Psychology of Leadership and from Cornell in Public Advocacy. I am the mother of 12 in a complicated blended family; and I LOVE coming along new families as they navigate the wild and woolly world of pregnancy, birth, and the parent “HOOD”. I am eager to join along and help your family navigate challenges and optimize joy and peace at this beautiful time of life:)

I see labor and postpartum as sacred portals—times when a woman is invited to slow down, soften, and listen deeply to her inner wisdom. As a doula, I offer grounded, compassionate support rooted in reverence for the body, the rhythms of birth, and the power of women supporting women. My intention is to help you feel safe, empowered, and spiritually held as you welcome new life and step into your own transformation. In my free time, I enjoy being an auntie to my precious nanny kiddos, trying new wellness practices, and doing mindful movement through hiking, strength training, and yoga.