Jennifer Buonamassa

Midwife
Los Angeles, California
5 years of experience
5.0
About me

My mother was a Lamaze instructor who taught childbirth classes in our home, surrounding me with the language, rhythm, and wonder of pregnancy and birth from an early age. As the eldest of four siblings and 16 grandchildren, I grew up surrounded by babies, witnessing the magic of new life, and developing a deep-rooted sense of awe and normalcy around the birthing process. The births of my own children lit a spark in me, and that spark grew into a calling. I became a doula and gained extensive experience supporting families birthing in homes, birth centers, and hospitals across Los Angeles. Over time, my passion for this sacred work deepened, and I felt the undeniable pull to expand my knowledge and commitment to birthing families by becoming a midwife. Through years of study, apprenticeship, and dedication, I graduated from National Midwifery Institute. I am a Licensed Midwife (LM) with the Medical Board of California and Certified Professional Midwife (CPM) with the North American Registry of Midwives. I carry certifications in neonatal resuscitation, CPR, and Basic Life Support (BLS) and have had the privilege of supporting hundreds of families on their birthing journey's. Becoming a midwife has been one of the greatest honors of my life— and I carry every story, every family, and every birth with gratitude and reverence.

Education

National Midwifery Institute (2024)

Certification and training

Current certifications in Neonatal Resuscitation, CPR & BLS, Spinning Babies, (2024)

Memberships and affiliations

North American Registry of Midwives, California Association of Licensed Midwives

Credentials
CPM LM
Specialties
Advanced Maternal Age Birth and Lactation Birth Assistant Birth Support Birth Trauma Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Breastfeeding Consultation Breastfeeding Support Childbirth Education Evidence-Based Care Gynecology Healthy Eating Herbal Postpartum Care Home Birth Labor Monitrice Latch Issues Low Milk Supply/Over Supply Midwife Support Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Newborn Care Newborn Exam Placenta Encapsulation Postpartum Adjustment Postpartum Care Postpartum Life Prenatal Care Prenatal Lactation Education Prenatal Life Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Telehealth Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Water birth Well-Woman Care
Languages

English

Service introduction

I offer comprehensive holistic midwifery care rooted in trust, connection, and respect for the natural wisdom of the body. I offer families a variety of packages for both home birth and hospital birth settings. Services include: personalized prenatal care, peaceful home birth and water birth, nurturing postpartum care, empowering monitrice care, and compassionate wellness and gynecological care. I include comprehensive prenatal education classes in my service packages that nourish confidence, connection, and informed decision-making. My philosophy is simple: you are in charge. You are the expert on your body and your baby. I encourage you to trust your intuition, listen deeply to your body, and embrace the process of labor with openness and confidence. Supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period is truly a labor of love—and it’s an honor I hold with deep gratitude.

Packages
Home Birth Package
Access to your midwife 24/7 via text, phone, or email Hour long prenatal and postpartum appointments at our cozy and peaceful office with an emphasis on individualized care and informed consent. Home birth team consists of 2 licensed midwives. All members of the team carry current certifications in CPR, BLS and NRP. Educational Binder Contains generations of information and wisdom for your birthing and postpartum journeys. Access to the lending library Birth Journey & Beyond Class This comprehensive in-person 2-day class is held over a weekend from 9am-2:30pm. Class is comprised of 4 classes in 1 and includes: Childbirth Education Lactation Education Newborn Care Education Postpartum Care Education *Class includes a spot for you and 1 support person. Lab Work - includes genetic testing, blood panels, cultures, and more (Labs can be billed to your insurance or self-pay - whatever you prefer.) Lactation support Inflatable birth tub, air pump, and sump pump are provided Placenta Encapsulation – Includes placenta capsules, tincture, umbilical cord keepsake and photos Prenatal Schedule of Care Appointments every 4 weeks until 27 weeks. Bi-Weekly appointments from 28-35 weeks Home visit at 36 weeks Weekly appointments from 36 weeks until delivery Postpartum Schedule of Care 24-48 hours postpartum - Home visit 1 Week - Home visit 3 weeks - Office visit 6 weeks - Office visit *Discount available for Medi-Cal families
$7,500.00
USD Flat rate
Midwifery Care - Hospital Birth Package
* This package is provided for hospital birthing families that desire midwifery prenatal and postpartum care with birth doula support. Access to your midwife 24/7 via text, phone, or email Midwifery care provided at our cozy and peaceful office with an emphasis on individualized care and informed consent. Midwife carries current certifications in CPR, BLS and NRP. Hour long prenatal and postpartum appointments This provides you time to build a bond with your midwife prior to your little one’s arrival. Educational Binder Contains generations of information and wisdom for your birthing and postpartum journeys. Birth Journey & Beyond Class This comprehensive in-person 2-day class is held over a weekend from 9am-2:30pm. Class is comprised of 4 classes in one and includes: Childbirth Education Lactation Education Newborn Care Education Postpartum Care Education Lab Work - includes genetic testing, blood panels, cultures, and more (Labs can be billed to your insurance or self-pay - whatever you prefer.) Unlimited Labor Support Vitals and clinical labor assessment of client and baby during labor at home Birth photos and videos included Lactation support Placenta Encapsulation – Capsules, tincture, umbilical cord keepsake and photos are included Prenatal Schedule of Care Appointments every 4 weeks thru 27 weeks. Bi-Weekly appointments from 28-35 weeks Weekly appointments from 36 weeks until delivery Postpartum Schedule of Care 24-48 Hours After Hospital Discharge - Home visit 1 Week - Home visit 3 weeks - Office visit 6 weeks - Office visit Clinical assessment and vitals for client and baby at all postpartum visits
$7,000.00
USD Flat rate
Monitrice Package
* This package combines midwifery care and doula support for hospital birthing families. Monitrice vs. Doula: What's the Difference? The key difference is that a monitrice is medically trained to perform certain clinical assessments that doulas are not licensed to do. During labor, a monitrice can: • Help determine the best time to go to your birth location • Monitor your baby and body for wellbeing • Offer real-time, evidence-based insights that reduce guesswork At your birth setting, your monitrice transitions into a birth doula role, offering non-clinical, continuous support while collaborating with your care team. Monitrice Package Includes: Unlimited phone & text support throughout your journey Introductory email includes: Recommended reading list, recipes, hospital packing list, birth affirmations and more Hypnobirthing meditation tracks Unlimited phone and text support throughout your pregnancy Birth Journey & Beyond Class This comprehensive in-person 2-day class is held over a weekend from 9am-2:30pm at my Sherman Oaks office. Class is comprised of 4 classes in one and includes: Childbirth Education Lactation Education Newborn Care Education Postpartum Care Education Unlimited Birth Support Vitals for client and baby during labor at home Birth photos and videos included Referrals and resources provided as needed Clinical assessment and vitals for client and baby at postpartum visits Placenta Encapsulation – Includes placenta capsules, tincture, umbilical cord keepsake and photos 4 Postpartum Schedule of Care: Home visit - 24-48 hours after hospital discharge Home visit - 1 week Office visit - 3 weeks Office visit - 6 weeks
$6,500.00
USD Flat rate
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Ratings and reviews
Average
5.0
# of Reviews
3
5.0

Jennifer is an outstanding Midwife. Her dedication to caring for birthing families is without a doubt her passion and it shows through everything she does, she is beyond gifted. Her attention to detail, autonomy, expertise, and ability to communicate clearly make her unique in this field. She is highly skilled and quick on her toes when needed to be. She will ensure you are fully educated and prepared to give birth on every level - body, soul, and mind. Working with Jennifer as a Doula, I have seen her in many births, and her energy is calm, and serene but also a confident source of wisdom. I would highly recommend Jennifer for you birthing needs.

- Stacey B.

5.0

Words feel inadequate to express my gratitude for Jennifer! I don't even know where to begin! She attended my first birth as a doula and my second as a homebirth midwife, and each time her involvement was absolutely fundamental to the success of the birth. She is the epitome of what a birth worker should be – knowledgeable, reliable, friendly, loving, calming, and easy to talk to. Beyond her professional expertise, she possesses a rare ability to create a safe and nurturing environment, allowing me to fully trust the process. Her unwavering support and genuine care transformed what could have been stressful experiences into empowering and beautiful moments. I wholeheartedly recommend Jennifer to anyone seeking a truly exceptional birth experience.

- Rebecca R.

5.0

Jennifer is an incredible Midwife. She is a wealth of information and full of compassion. Her Childbirth class is well rounded and very informative. Under Jennifer's care you will walk into your birth with all the information that is needed to feel confident in your journey to becoming parents. Your family would be blessed for hiring her.

- Juli A.

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