Laura Diamond - Postpartum Doula

About Laura

Hey there, I'm Laura (often known by toddlers as Lowa, Yowa, Yoya, Lolie, Wawa, Wora, or Lala). I’ve supported hundreds of people at various stages of their pregnancy, labor, postpartum, and/or parenting journeys and spent many long, beautiful days and nights caring for little ones as early as their first day. I've seen the blissful joy, the belly laughs, the overwhelming heartbreak, the confusion and indecision, the long sleepless nights, and the uncontrollable tears, and I am here for it all. I'm a certified full spectrum doula providing loving newborn care and physical, emotional, and informational support to anyone who is, thinks they might be, or recently was pregnant. I support all family structures and all possible pregnancy outcomes and experiences. Wherever you're at in your pregnancy or parenting journey, I'm here to support you every step of the way and help you get the care that you need and deserve, from information and brainstorming to emotional and physical support.

Postpartum Doula packages and pricing

Birth Support and Getting Started Postpartum

This package includes two 2-hour prenatal visits, unlimited texting support (with responses within 12 hours), hands-on labor support (on call starting at week 37), and 25 hours of postpartum/newborn care, which can be divided up into 5-hour daytime shifts and/or 10-hour nighttime shifts.

$2,500 USD · Flat rate

The Fourth Trimester

This postpartum package is designed to carry you through the early stages of postpartum healing and adjusting to life with your new baby. It includes unlimited texting/phone support for the duration of our contract, in addition to 100 hours of in-home care. This can include overnight or daytime newborn care, cooking, meal-prep and housekeeping, as well as processing your birth story and helping you build systems that will sustain you beyond these early days.

$4,000 USD · Flat rate

Overnight Newborn Care

Not sure how much care you're going to need? This package offers an opportunity to try out overnight postpartum support without a bigger commitment. I'll come over in the evening, meet you and your baby, chat about how the day went, and then you'll go rest while I take care of feedings, diaper changes, and soothing so you can get some good uninterrupted sleep. I'll also take care of baby laundry and bottle washing so you can start the next day refreshed. Typical overnight shifts are 10 hours, usually around 9pm-7am, but can shift to meet your needs.

$45 USD · Per hour

Accepted insurance

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What to expect

Hi there, I'm Laura! I specialize in overnight, in-home postpartum and newborn care that helps you feel nourished, rested, and understood. I'm here to help with feeding, diapering, soothing, and safe sleep support, and can also help you understand your baby and their needs through lactation and pumping support and general newborn care and development education. I am also a certified birth doula and can offer prenatal and labor support in addition to any postpartum package.

Reviews for Laura Diamond

5.0 1 review

5.0

April 27, 2026

I employ Laura as a part-time nanny to care for my 18-month old and 4-year old. Laura is amazing. She is kind, patient, thoughtful, gentle, a wonderful communicator, trustworthy, intelligent, and professional. My kids love her and she does a wonderful job taking care of both kids at the same time. She helps them play together, keeps them safe and happy, and is very respectful of our parenting choices for them. Both kids find Laura very soothing, and were comfortable playing with her and talking to her from the first. She responds to the kids right away when they need something and is always 100% engaged with them. I highly recommend her!

— Sophia G.

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

Lactation Education Counselor, UC San Diego (2026)
Full Spectrum Doula Certification, Birthing Advocacy Doula Trainings (2025)

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Carleton College (2020)

Languages

English

Credentials

CLEC BADT C-FSD

Specialties

Abortion Doula Care Adolescent Care HAES (Health at Every Size) Approach Infant Care LGBTQ+ Newborn Care Postpartum Care Postpartum Chef

Certifications, training, and credentials are listed by the provider. Bornbir doesn't verify them, so ask Laura for a copy of any certificate you rely on.

Frequently asked questions

Do you offer sliding scale rates?

If you are in need of postpartum care but these rates are inaccessible to you, we might be able to make it work. I accept MinnesotaCare/Medical Assistance, and you might be eligible for for the program even if you weren't before, because their income thresholds are higher for pregnant people. If you're ineligible for state health insurance, feel free to email me at lauradiamonddoula@gmail.com and we can discuss your situation and see what we can do.

Do you offer care outside the Twin Cities? What about 24-hour care?

Yes and yes! I am open to around-the-clock contracts anywhere in the United States, with an additional fee to cover travel expenses. I have experience in Boston and New York but I am also open to other locations. These contracts would typically be 2-3 weeks immediately postpartum but can be tailored to fit your needs.