Leah (Ginger) Johnson, Birth & Postpartum Doula in Los Gatos, CA

Leah (Ginger) Johnson Birth & Postpartum Doula in Los Gatos, CA

5.0 3 reviews
Background checked · Sep 2026 NPI verified Bornbir Business Responds within a day Taking new clients · due Oct 2026 – Aug 2027
$55/hr ☀️ Sacred Womb Daylight | Daytime Postpartum Care package

About Leah (ginger)

I am passionate about nurturing and supporting families through the transformative experiences of birth and postpartum periods. I have practiced body work and energy healing for over 20 years additionally for the last 2 years i have been practicing NLP and Doula work. I have worked with children and families for over 25 years in homes and school settings from zero to 18. I have experience in assisting natural labor Inductions, assisting in reducing anxiety, fears around birth, and preparing for birth with NLP and meditation practices. As a spiritually mindful doula, I blend my background as a massage therapist, Laughter yoga & yoga instructor, meditation teacher, and certified Master NLP practitioner, into a holistic, compassionate approach to birth, energy and intuitive work. With a bachelor’s degree in Speech Pathology and fluency in American Sign Language, I connect with diverse families, offering inclusive and empathetic care. My work is grounded in humor, active listening, and deep respect for each unique journey. I specialize in prenatal and postnatal massage, creating space for relaxation, healing, and connection. My NLP Skills help parents release old fears, limiting beliefs around their pregnancy, parenting, and birthing journey. Fostering a new way of being through empowerment and calm inner-presence. My goal is to provide physical, spiritual, emotional, and energetic support so families feel confident, cared for, and prepared for the beautiful path ahead.

Availability

Taking new clients
Due Oct 2026 – Aug 2027
Away Dec 26 – Jan 5, Jun 6 – Jun 30
Confirmed 3 weeks ago

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Birth & Postpartum Doula packages and pricing

☀️ Sacred Womb Daylight | Daytime Postpartum Care

Daytime Postpartum Care $55 per hour | 4-hour minimum, 6 hours-max + Travel fees (10am-6pm) $1,100= 20 hours $2,200= 40 hours The early days of parenthood are a sacred time of healing, adjustment, bonding, and becoming. Sacred Womb Daylight provides nurturing, non-medical daytime postpartum support for both parents and baby, with care centered around your family's individual needs. You are not expected to be the host. You are expected to recieve and even to feel like a bit out of sorts, this is normal, so relax and let me support you. You are the person who needs care during this major transition. This is a time for you to be nurtured, supported, and given the space to rest and recover while you learn your baby's rhythms and grow into parenthood. My goal is to care for you while you learn to care for your baby—giving you time to rest, eat, shower, sleep, breathe, and simply be supported. Daytime postpartum support may include: Newborn care, soothing, diapering, and holding baby Assisting you with Breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, and pumping support within my scope, provide referrals when additional professional support is needed Helping you recognize and understand your baby's cues and normal newborn behaviors Support with baby-wearing, swaddling, bathing, and other newborn "firsts" Preparing simple nourishing meals and snacks Making sure you have water, food, and time to rest Light household support related to the care of parent and baby, such as dishes, laundry, bottle or pump cleaning, and tidying Emotional support, compassionate listening, and a calm, non-judgmental presence Helping you process your birth experience and adjust to your new role as a parent Support for partners and helping families create a rhythm that works for them Helping you build confidence in your own parenting instincts Connecting you with appropriate community or professional resources when needed This is not about doing everything for you. It is about nurturing you, supporting your recovery, caring for your baby, and helping you discover your own confidence as a parent. Sacred Womb Daylight can be booked as an individual postpartum service or added to your Sacred Womb birth-support experience. $55 per hour | 4-hour minimum + Travel fees Travel fees may apply depending on location at $75.00 round trip rate. While my website is updating with more details on this service, you can reach me by phone/ text @ 831 884 2125 or email me, Ginger@sacredwombsupport.com

$55 USD · Per hour

SACRED WOMB OF JOY | Comprehensive Birth Support

A spiritually mindful doula who guides parents through the sacred journey of birth. Offering a deeper, transformational birth experience combining personalized birth coaching, comprehensive birth education and preparation, continuous labor support, and one postpartum care visit for parents who want support for the whole journey. What is covered in this package 6 Prenatal Birth Coaching Sessions Full Birth Attendance — from the start of labor through the golden hours (first 2–4 hours after birth) 1 Postpartum Care Visit $500 security deposit to reserve your spot Backup doula coverage included Prepay in 1–3 payments by week 34 and save $350 (total $3,400) Add-Ons Available: In-home prenatal/postpartum massage Hands-on yoga sessions (Travel fees may apply) While my website is updating with more details on this service, you can reach me by phone/ text @ 831 884 2125 or email me, Ginger@sacredwombsupport.com Pay per sessions individually total Price: $3,750 Package, for 1–3 payments by week 34 and save $350 (total $3,400)

$3,400 USD · Flat rate

🌸 Sacred Womb Birth Preparation

Transformational Birth Coaching Transforming the way you see your birth. $1,200 for 8 personalized coaching sessions Personalized coaching for parents who want to prepare their body, mind, and spirit for birth, build confidence, work through fears, and develop practical tools for their unique birthing journey. These 8 sessions may be used throughout pregnancy and/or postpartum, giving you space not only to prepare for birth, but also to continue building confidence and support as you transition into parenthood. Please note: This coaching package does not include doula support or attendance at your birth. It is designed specifically to prepare and empower you for your birth experience. Birth support Add on is $2,000, plus a $500 security deposit. While my website is updating with more details on this service, you can reach me by phone/ text @ 831 884 2125 or email me, Ginger@sacredwombsupport.com

$1,200 USD · Flat rate

Accepted insurance

CalViva Health Central California Alliance for Health Health Net Kaiser Permanente Medi-Cal Message Leah (ginger) to confirm coverage for your plan.

What to expect

Services I offer, Prenatal, Labor, and Postpartum support Birth Preparation with Transformational Coaching Birth Plan preparation Postpartum preparation 24/7 on call services starting at 37 or 38 weeks Unlimited phone, text, email, support Virtual and in person Support Prenatal at home Massage *** Postpartum recovery Massage *** Energetic and Massage Therapy*** Postpartum Energetic Infant Masssage *** Doula support with birth plans, doctor visits, evidence based support. Energetic/Spiritual Intuitive support (ceremony, prayers, alters of significance for you and family)*** Transformational NLP (reframing your fears into clarity, wisdom and joy providing new opportunities) Closing the bones *** Belly Binding or Faja usage to support your baby and uterus Meditation class and recordings *** Hypnobirth recording ***(OUT OF POCKET MOST INSURANCE DO NOT PAY FOR THIS) Postpartum Care -In house support -Baby changing -Day time baby care -Baby feeding -Latching support -Belly Massage supporting internal organ recovery *** -Postpartum body education -Scare Tissue Massage for C-sections For more information, check out my website https://www.sacredwombsupport.com/

Upcoming classes

Let's ask a Doula , Understanding Induction
Let's ask a Doula , Understanding Induction
Online event
Have questions about being induced? Come ask a doula. Join Leah (Ginger) Johnson for a free, 20-minute Q&A designed for expecting parents who are considering or preparing for an induction of labor. We’ll talk about what an induction may look like, how you can prepare emotionally and practically, comfort measures, what questions you may want to ask your care team, and how a doula can support you throughout the process. This is non Medical Advice and providers are welcome to join this chat. Bring your questions! This is a relaxed, judgment-free conversation where there is no such thing as a “silly” question. Free • Online • 20 minutes This is educational support from a doula’s perspective and is not medical advice. Decisions about induction and medical care should be made with your healthcare provider. Want to Go Deeper? If you’d like to learn more about gentle, natural approaches that may support your body as you prepare for birth, I offer a downloadable guide with practical information you can explore at home. Email me about the guide so I can email it to you. ($37.00 per guide) For more personalized support, you can also schedule a 75-minute one-on-one Birth Preparation Consultation — $150. This is a private space to talk through your questions, explore your options, and create a personalized approach to preparing for birth.
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Sacred Womb Mindfulness Meditation classes
Sacred Womb Mindfulness Meditation classes
Online event
Awakening the mind to birth. Preparing for birth means learning how to slow down, let go of the need to control, surrender into what is, and breathe, and be present with what is. This 4-week meditation series helps you and your partner develop mindfulness skills that can support you through birth and the transition into parenthood. Together, you’ll practice becoming still, noticing the breath, and becoming more aware of sensations, tension, and the body—learning to stay present even when things feel intense or uncertain. Birth is a process, not something to rush through. This non-religious, non-dogmatic class offers a gentle space to practice being with each moment, exactly as it is.
$257.00
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Reviews for Leah (Ginger) Johnson

5.0 3 reviews
5.0

Finding Ginger less than a month before my due date felt like pure fate—she literally approached us as we were walking out the door at a Meet the Doulas event, and we felt instantly warm, comfortable, and at ease with her. My labor didn't exactly go on schedule (he arrived almost two weeks late and required an induction!), but Ginger was our absolute anchor through every single moment of it. She is such a nurturing, loving, and caring maternal soul—so much so that we affectionately call her "Aunt Ginger." Leading up to and during the induction, she gave us incredible guidance, helping us try to get things moving naturally with advice on pressure points and keeping us grounded. Throughout the hospital stay, whenever the medical staff left the room, Ginger would quietly review everything with us, help us process what the doctors had said, and make sure we remembered the questions we wanted to ask. When the medical team brought up using a vacuum during delivery, Ginger gently encouraged us to pause, push back, and ask for time to discuss our options. Having her there to prep, advocate, and vouch for us meant everything—we ended up having a completely intervention-free birth and welcomed a perfectly healthy, beautiful 10-pound baby. Ginger was truly an angel during one of the most intense experiences of my life, and she is someone we will remember and cherish forever. If you are looking for a doula who will treat you like family, protect your birth experience, and pour her whole heart into supporting you, hire Ginger immediately!

— Katie K.

5.0

We were on the fence about hiring a birth doula but once we spoke with Ginger, we never looked back. We were drawn to her knowledge, positive energy (which is so appreciated in the birth room), genuine passion for her work, and loving care for her clients. She was a great advocate for us in the hospital, striking the right balance of when to step in and when to take a back seat, and always operating with respect. Post partum, Ginger continues to check in on us and has helped us greatly to transition into a family.

— Chrissie C.

5.0

“Ginger” Leah Johnson was a very spiritual doula and helped us set meaningful intentions in an alter we set up in the delivery room. It really helped bringing baby into this world with love.

— Marcos S.

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Certifications, training, and specialties

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NPI verified NPI 1508681529 · Doula · Checked against NPPES

Leah (Ginger)'s National Provider Identifier (NPI 1508681529) is registered on the federal NPPES registry as Doula (374J00000X). Bornbir matched the number and name against it on Oct 12, 2026.

Certification and training

  • Massage Therapy (2018)
  • Birth and Postpartum Doula with PCMC (2024)
  • 200 Hour yoga Teacher (2024)
  • Mayan Belly Massage (2024)
  • Prenatal Massage (2018)

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Speech Pathology (2011)
  • Masters in Chinese Energy Medicine, Medical Qigong (2002)
  • Masters in Transformational NLP (2025)

Memberships and affiliations

  • Associated Body work & Massage Therapist
  • Birth Network of Monterey County
  • Parenting Connections of Monterey County

Languages

Credentials

BS LMT

Specialties

Acupressure During Labor Belly Binding Birth Doula Bodywork Chronic Pain Craniosacral Therapy Emotional Transformation Therapy Evidence-Based Care Infant Care Infertility Insomnia Labor Doula Latch Issues LGBTQ+ Massage Therapist Mental Health Mindfulness Natural Birth Newborn Care Overnight Newborn Care Pain Management Panic Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Positive Thinking Postpartum Doula Care Prenatal and Postpartum Massage Therapist Self-Actualization Self-Compassion Self-Esteem Self-Integration Spirituality Yoga

Frequently asked questions

What are you Postpartum Doula fees?

My day time doula fee is $55 dollars per hour and minimum hours to book are 4.

Can you bill my insurance for Postpartum Care?

Yes, and the cost varies by insurance plan. Some plans like Carrot will cover your entire Postpartum cost. While other insurance plans like Kaiser Medi-cal will only cover 1 hour of postpartum care with the exceptions of 2, (3 hours of extended postpartum care visits). You will be responsible for the additional hours needed that your insurance will not cover. Call your insurance right away and ask them what they cover for your postpartum care.

What is a Superbill?

A superbill is when a doula or other medical provider receives payment from the client up front and then writes a bill to your insurance on your behalf that will allow for reimbursement. Your doula needs an EIN and an NPI number along with the correct CPT codes from your insurance company in order to send out a proper bill to receive reimbursement. I can and do offer superbills for insurances. book a discovery call to find out more.

How do I book an appointment with you?

1. Go to this booking link https://www.sacredwombsupport.com/appointments 2. Click"book now." 3. Click "Book Your Discovery Call" 4. Click "Complementary Discovery call" Find the best time and day for your schedule and make your appointment

Do you work in my area?

Whether you are in the North Bay, or South Bay, chances are I have already worked at your Hospital. I am a traveling doula and I do work in many different locations. I have always provided support no matter the distance and have been present and in person for each family I service from San Fransisco, San Jose, Santa Cruz, Salinas, Monterey, and all areas in between.

How much does Leah (ginger) charge?

Leah (ginger)'s ☀️ Sacred Womb Daylight | Daytime Postpartum Care package is $55 USD, per hour. Leah (ginger) lists 5 packages in all.

Is Leah (ginger) taking new clients?

Taking new clients. Due Oct 2026 – Aug 2027. Away Dec 26 – Jan 5, Jun 6 – Jun 30. Availability was confirmed 3 weeks ago.

Does Leah (ginger) accept insurance?

Leah (ginger) lists CalViva Health, Central California Alliance for Health, Health Net, Kaiser Permanente, and Medi-Cal as accepted insurance. Message Leah (ginger) to confirm coverage for your plan.

Service area

Leah (ginger) is based in Los Gatos, California and also serves Monterey, California, Santa Cruz, California, Santa Clara, California, and San Francisco, California.

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