Danielle Walker, Birth & Postpartum Doula in Oakland, CA

Danielle Walker Birth & Postpartum Doula in Oakland, CA

5.0 3 reviews 5 years of experience

About Danielle

Hi! I am a holistic certified full spectrum doula, meaning I specialize in prenatal care, labor and delivery (birth doula), and postpartum support. I love working with pregnant moms, and what makes me unique is that I offer quality, personalized care for moms and their birth partners. I am calm, down to earth, patient, and heart-centered. I like keeping my clients inspired and informed about their care. I am compassionate. I advocate fully for the families I serve and truly feel that this is my calling. My primary goal is to help moms feel safe and supported with smooth pregnancies and healthy pregnancy outcomes. Together we can do this :) As a holistic doula, I use evidence-based research in my practice and have over twenty years of experience working in holistic health, serving female clients and their birth partners. I work with families to develop comfort measures throughout pregnancy, relaxation techniques, birth partner support, and a comprehensive birth and postpartum plan. To be as flexible and accommodating as possible, I offer telehealth visits, in-person visits, and phone calls. My own journey to becoming a mom is quite unique. After years of infertility, several rounds of IUI, and even IVF, I finally had my miracle baby. I know firsthand how valuable a doula is in a mother's life, supporting her entire journey while also providing support to precious birth partners. I am passionate about helping provide access to mothers who need it most, offering comfort and care during their pregnancy journey while helping reduce disparities in maternal health. On a personal note, in addition to my doula work, I have an extensive background as a facilitator with a wide range of communities, uplifting women and youth while creating film and photography. I also have an extensive background in Higher Education. I am spiritual, and this grounds how I show up for every family I serve, listening closely to their needs, providing emotional support and comfort, and advocating for them every step of the way. My goal is to help every family feel informed, supported, and cared for throughout their pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey. CERTIFICATIONS: *Prenatal Doula * Labor & Delivery (Birth Doula) * Post Partum Doula * Doctorate (Howard University) * MFA (University of Southern California) * Child Education Specialist * Holistic Doula Training * Red Cross / CPR Training CLIENTS: New Moms, Experienced Moms, IVF Patients, Teen Moms, Single Parents, Birth Parents,High Risk Pregnancies, NICU, Parents of Multiples, Bipoc, LGBTQ+ SPECIALTIES: Prenatal, Labor & Birth, Postpartum, IVF, NICU, Pregnancy Loss Support, Postpartum Care, Extended Post Partum Support, Community Health, Hospitals / Health Insurance Plans, Individual OOP Patients

Birth & Postpartum Doula services

Accepted insurance

Alameda Alliance for Health Anthem Blue Cross Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Choice Health Plan Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) Blue Shield of California Central California Alliance for Health Central Health Plan of California Contra Costa Health Plan Health Net Health Plan of San Joaquin Health Plan of San Mateo Imperial Health Plan of California Kaiser Permanente L.A. Care Health Plan Partnership HealthPlan of California San Francisco Health Plan Santa Clara Family Health Plan Ambetter CalViva Health Carrot Inland Empire Health Plan Medi-Cal Molina Healthcare Progyny Sharp Health Plan UnitedHealthcare Message Danielle to confirm coverage for your plan.

I accept most health plans. If you don't see your health plan above just contact me. Your doula services are often covered for free by your provider. A typical Medi-cal Coverage, for instance, covers: 8 prenatal or post partum visits Labor and Birth Support 2 Extended Post Partum Support with 1 immediately after birth. OPTIONAL: 9 additional post partum visits.

Reviews for Danielle Walker

5.0 3 reviews
5.0

I can’t recommend Jaye Danielle enough if you’re considering a doula! Her communication, well-thought-out advice, and preparation were so helpful throughout the whole process. The in-home labor prep was especially helpful in getting us ready for what to expect. Since our daughter was born, Jaye has continued to check in, do postpartum checks, and offer advice and support. I really appreciated having someone knowledgeable to help guide us through not just labor and delivery, but postpartum too. I’m so grateful we had Jaye there to support us through it all. 💗

— Chelsea M.

5.0

I was so thankful for all the support Dr. Jaye provided me. She supported me from prenatal to birth and post partum.

— T H.

5.0

Dr. Jaye did a great job as a Doula. She gave me a lot of support and made me feel cared for. She also showed a lot of love and attention to me and my baby. She made us feel so safe during the whole labor and delivery procedure. I'm so happy she was with me in the hospital as a Birth Doula because I was feeling nervous and scared but with her presence, I felt safe and at peace."

— M F.

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

  • Birth & Baby University (2025)
  • Red Cross CPR Training (2025)
  • The Divine Birth Academy (2025)

Education

  • Howard University - Doctorate (2005)
  • University of Southern California - MFA (2019)

Memberships and affiliations

  • Black Infant Health

Languages

  • English

Credentials

PhD

Specialties

Birth Doula Birth Support Childbirth Education In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Labor Doula Maternity and Newborn Photographer Newborn Care Postpartum Care Postpartum Doula Care Prenatal Care Prenatal Lactation Education Relaxation Techniques

Frequently asked questions

What counties do you serve?

I am originally from the Bay Area and service: Alameda County Tri-Valley San Francisco San Joaquin Central Valley Los Angeles County Sacramento County Stanislaus Additional Counties Served via Request. Just message me :)

What insurance plans do you accept?

I accept many health plans including the following below: https://www.jayedivinedoula.com/Insurance.php If you don't see your health plan, message me. Your insurance generally covers doula services for free. I also accept OOP.

Does Danielle accept insurance?

Danielle lists Alameda Alliance for Health, Anthem Blue Cross, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Choice Health Plan, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Blue Shield of California, Central California Alliance for Health, Central Health Plan of California, Contra Costa Health Plan, Health Net, Health Plan of San Joaquin, Health Plan of San Mateo, Imperial Health Plan of California, Kaiser Permanente, L.A. Care Health Plan, Partnership HealthPlan of California, San Francisco Health Plan, Santa Clara Family Health Plan, Ambetter, CalViva Health, Carrot, Inland Empire Health Plan, Medi-Cal, Molina Healthcare, Progyny, Sharp Health Plan, and UnitedHealthcare as accepted insurance. Message Danielle to confirm coverage for your plan.

Service area

Danielle is based in Oakland, California.

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