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4.5

Average rating from 8 reviews

15

Midwife providers near Madera

15

Families requested a midwife nearby in the last 90 days

40%

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From providers and requests on Bornbir. Updated October 2026.

Midwife rates near Madera

Prices midwives list on Bornbir · October 2026

Packages

Flat rate · typical $600–$3,000

$1,800 median

Hourly rate

Per hour · typical $60–$70

$65/hr median

Based on 233 package prices from 100 midwives listed on Bornbir within 150 miles of Madera, CA.

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15 midwives near Madera, CA

Joanne Gomez BSN, RN, CD, CCE, CLE

Los Angeles, California 27 years of experience

4.2 (5 reviews)

Joanne Gomez BSN, RN, CD, CCE, CLE Popular: among the most-viewed doulas in California, last 60 days

Responds within an hour Accepts insurance

Hello! I am the Founder and Nursing Director of Peaceful Passages Birthing Support Center. I am an experienced Labor and Delivery RN and Certified Doula of 25 years. We serve CA and FL, with multiple office locations . We offer a vast array of services, including, maternity concierge services , birth and postpartum doula services, Montrice services, Lamaze classes, Lactation support, placenta encapsulation, postpartum meal service, belly casting, mother blessing ceremonies, and cord burning ceremonies. We accept most insurance plans, including Medi Cal and Kaiser. We look forward to being a part of your empowering birth experience and journey!

Taking new clients Due Oct 2026 – Sep 2027
Recent review

Hiring an overnight doula from Peaceful Passages was one of the best decisions I made for my postpartum recovery. Not only did my doula lovingly care for me and my newborn, she went above and beyond—prepping nourishing meals, providing breastfeeding support, organizing the baby’s nursery, and even helping with my twin toddlers so I could rest. Her calm, professional presence made my healing after a c-section so much easier. I was especially impressed by how seamless everything was—she was professionally dressed, compassionate, and incredibly knowledgeable. On top of that, Peaceful Passages accepted my Carrot insurance and handled all the billing with ease, which lifted such a burden off my shoulders. This service was truly a lifesaver for me and my family. I felt cared for, supported, and able to focus on bonding with my baby. I can’t recommend their overnight doula services enough!

- Bri L.

Marlene Solorio

Hanford, California 5 years of experience

5.0 (1 review)

Marlene Solorio

Hello My name is Marlene Solorio I fully and wholeheartedly trust that you can give birth naturally, because GOD designed women and babies to work together during birth. You are a powerful human and GOD designed you perfectly. So deep down inside you know exactly what to do. I love helping moms find the confidence to birth autonomously through education and empowerment. After my 3 unnecessary cesareans, I decided to become a doula. When I found out I was pregnant with my 4th I told myself I was going to have a natural birth, even though every doctor and midwife in my area told me I couldn't. And boy did I prove them wrong with my VBA3C. So that's why I'm here, I want to help you have a beautiful empowering birth like I did. I know it's possible because I just did it!

Price
Packages from $1,350
Recent review

I reached out to Marlene a few months before my planned July birth. She was wonderful from the beginning, providing me with information and also supporting my personal choices with the birth. In the end, I had to have an induction due to unforeseen medical issues. Marlene was responsive via text, which I appreciated and was necessary as the baby came within 24 hours. It was late when I texted her that the baby was coming, and thankfully, she responded right away. She came quickly and was there for the active labor portion of the birth. I appreciated her support and advocacy very much. Afterward, she provided postpartum support, which was invaluable as it allowed me time to catch up on sleep. She also created a beautiful artprint of my placenta and also created a resin umbilical cord ornament that will be a treasured memory for years to come. Marlene is wonderful, and I highly recommend her.

- Varaxy Y.

Midwife rates near Madera

Midwives set their own prices on Bornbir.

Packages

Flat rate
Near Madera
$1,800 $600–$3,000
California
$1,800 $500–$2,800
United States
$1,200 $500–$1,950

Hourly rate

Per hour
Near Madera
$65/hr $60–$70
California
$60/hr $45–$70
United States
$45/hr $35–$60

Based on 233 package prices from 100 midwives listed on Bornbir within 150 miles of Madera, CA. Typical range is the middle 50% of prices. Updated October 2026.

Recent midwife reviews near Madera

4.5

8 reviews of 15 midwives

October 2026

I want to share my experience because I think it’s important for other families to understand not only the care they may receive, but also how insurance and payment arrangements are handled. Before hiring Joanne, I specifically asked about TRICARE. I was told that she accepted TRICARE and that I would be provided with a superbill so I could submit the claim for reimbursement. Based on that information, I felt comfortable moving forward and paid out of pocket for six postpartum doula visits. Unfortunately, when I submitted the claims, TRICARE denied them. The Explanation of Benefits stated that the provider needed to have the appropriate labor doula specialty and a participation agreement on file. When I contacted TRICARE to understand the denial, I was told that the provider needed to have the required participation agreement and that the provider was responsible for submitting the claims. This was very different from what I understood before hiring Joanne. I had relied on the information I was given when deciding to proceed and pay for the services. Had I known there might be an issue with her TRICARE status, participation agreement, or claim-submission process, I would have asked additional questions and clarified everything before paying. I reached out to Joanne to explain what TRICARE had told me and to ask for clarification and assistance resolving the issue. I followed up by text and email, but I have not received a response. At this point, I have paid for the services and have been left trying to resolve the insurance issue on my own, without the clarification or assistance I requested. I want to be clear that my concern is not simply that an insurance claim was denied. Insurance coverage can be complicated, and I understand that reimbursement is not always guaranteed. My concern is that I specifically asked about TRICARE before hiring, made my decision based on the information provided, and then was unable to get a response when the billing issue came up. She has not been helpful or responsive to this matter and has been curt and rude in earlier response and has ghosted me now that I am trying to resolve this. I recommend that anyone considering hiring Joanne get clear, written confirmation before beginning services about whether she is currently eligible to provide covered services under their specific TRICARE plan, whether the required participation agreement is on file, who is responsible for submitting claims, and what happens if a claim is denied. I would also recommend confirming all payment and reimbursement expectations in writing. I’m sharing this so other families can make an informed decision and avoid finding themselves in a similar situation.

— Malia H., review of Joanne Gomez BSN, RN, CD, CCE, CLE

August 2025

Hiring an overnight doula from Peaceful Passages was one of the best decisions I made for my postpartum recovery. Not only did my doula lovingly care for me and my newborn, she went above and beyond—prepping nourishing meals, providing breastfeeding support, organizing the baby’s nursery, and even helping with my twin toddlers so I could rest. Her calm, professional presence made my healing after a c-section so much easier. I was especially impressed by how seamless everything was—she was professionally dressed, compassionate, and incredibly knowledgeable. On top of that, Peaceful Passages accepted my Carrot insurance and handled all the billing with ease, which lifted such a burden off my shoulders. This service was truly a lifesaver for me and my family. I felt cared for, supported, and able to focus on bonding with my baby. I can’t recommend their overnight doula services enough!

— Bri L., review of Joanne Gomez BSN, RN, CD, CCE, CLE

August 2025

I am so thankful for the lactation support I received from Peaceful Passages. As a first-time mom, breastfeeding was more challenging than I ever imagined, and I was feeling overwhelmed and discouraged. Joanne and her team stepped in with patience, compassion, and expert guidance that completely changed my experience. They took the time to understand my concerns, showed me practical techniques, and encouraged me every step of the way. With their help, my baby and I were finally able to establish a successful feeding routine—and I gained the confidence I desperately needed. What stood out most was how supportive and non-judgmental the care was. Instead of pressure, I felt empowered, heard, and reassured. Peaceful Passages turned what could have been a stressful journey into one filled with confidence and connection. I truly couldn’t have done it without them!

— Lauren D., review of Joanne Gomez BSN, RN, CD, CCE, CLE

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