How Much Does a Birth or Postpartum Doula Cost in Martinez, CA?

Hello families! My name is Gabriela McAuliffe, and I’m a certified Postpartum Doula passionate about helping parents feel calm, confident, and supported during the fourth trimester. I provide nurturing, non-judgmental care for both baby and parents, whether that means newborn soothing, light household support, or simply a listening ear during those big emotional shifts. I also offer breastfeeding support and guidance on safe sleep practices, helping families feel empowered with evidence-based information and gentle techniques that fit their unique needs. Originally from Brazil and now based in California, I speak English and Portuguese and love serving families of diverse cultures and backgrounds. My philosophy is rooted in compassion, respect for each family’s choices, and creating a peaceful environment that allows parents to rest, recover, and bond with their new little one.

Hello! I'm Kim I am a full service birth and postpartum Doula and a member of DONA. I recognize the magical, miraculous wonders of pregnancy and childbirth and offer unconditional, judgement free support for all families. I love to share my knowledge and passionate enthusiasm with expectant families and offer confident, continuity of care to ensure you have a positive birth experience, in alignment with your birth preferences. I live in San Francisco and have a lot of experience at UCSF, CPMC and the Kaiser Network. I have also supported many births on the Peninsula at Mills, Sequoia, Kaiser RWC and Stanford.

Hello families! Congratulations on your new addition(s)! My name is Kaila Stephens and I am a Newborn Care Specialist and Certified Lactation Counselor located in the San Francisco Bay Area. I have provided care for infants and their families for over a decade. I have a background in Early Childhood Care & Education, advanced newborn care training, and expertise in feeding, sleep shaping, parent education, nursery and baby registry set-up. Bringing new life into the world is an incredibly special and exciting time for families, but it is also a vulnerable time. My practice is judgement-free. My primary goal is to provide your family with the most support and knowledge possible to set you up for parenting success. When I am not caring for babies or running my business, I enjoy going to the park with my son, walking my dog Nemo, tending to my garden or reading a good book.

I am a certified Newborn Care Specialist and doula dedicated to supporting families during the early stages of parenthood. I provide calm, compassionate, and reliable care, helping parents feel confident as they adjust to life with a newborn. With training in newborn care, infant sleep support, and CPR certification, I focus on creating a safe and nurturing environment for both baby and parents. My philosophy is centered on gentle, respectful care and individualized support. I believe every family is unique, so I take time to understand your needs and goals while offering guidance that feels comfortable and realistic. My goal is to empower parents with knowledge, reduce stress, and provide steady support so you can enjoy this special time with your baby.

I am a certified postpartum Doula. CPR trained and certified. I bring more than six years of professional postpartum support experience and a lifetime of firsthand motherhood experience to the families I serve. As a mother of five children ranging from adulthood to infancy, I understand the reality of the postpartum journey from every angle.  

Jem is a full-spectrum doula/birthworker who specializes in care for mamas and babies. She majored in Early Childhood Education and has had over 10 years of experience in the Childcare/Education Realm. Roles she's held include: daycare attendant, teacher's assistant, teacher, babysitter, nanny, and mother's helper. Each one has taught her how to continue providing compassionate care for children and how to be an effective member of the family's village (care team). Jem is a certified Mental Health First Aider and her work focuses in supporting Maternal Mental Health. The postpartum support Jem provides in her work includes wraparound wellness services for physical and emotional support anchored in celebrating mamas in their new role. Helping mamas in their period of transition-be it to new life with baby, back to work, or simply to their routines. Jem strives to honor the wants and needs of the families she works with.

I’m a certified Postpartum Doula, Certified Postpartum Nutritional Professional, Sleep Consultant and Lactation supporter. I’ve been working with families in the Bay Area for over 37 years and I absolutely love being part of this new phase of bringing a brand new baby home, weather this baby is your biological or adopted.

I am a Certified Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula with over 28 years experience including over 100 sets of multiples. I have extensive experience working with preemies born as early as 28 weeks, lactation training, surrogacy and high profile clients.

As a postpartum doula, I can bring a lot of love to your new family and try to ease the burden that new parents inevitably feel. I have been for almost 10 years caring for toddlers, babies and school-aged children. I pride myself on being loving, warm, trustworthy, loyal, empathetic and communicative person. Back home, in Brazil, I have a bachelor’s degree in accounting and two MBAs in accounting and finance, but I have found myself once again working with newborns and babies here in the United States. What I love most in life is love loving people!

Holding a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Amy has worked specifically with infants and toddlers in the Bay Area for over 20 years as both an educator as well as Preschool Director. Her strong understanding of child and human development, in addition to her life experiences, have taught her that with each family comes a diverse and dynamic ecosystem — each with its own unique needs. As a postpartum doula, Amy offers physical support (cooking, light housekeeping, babycare, preparing sitz baths, etc.); informational support (feeding, babycare skills, context and perspective, information about products and local resources); and emotional support/encouragement for anyone in the family (including non-medical assessment of adults’ postpartum moods and experience, and care for older siblings). Amy views herself as a trusted partner who is dedicated to helping new parents discover the needs of their individual children and families, while helping to smooth the edges of everyday life with a newborn so you can enjoy this special time.

My name is Rebecca Garcia and I am thrilled you are seeking out a Doula for your journey. I have a strong energetic pull towards this life changing work, and I am so honored to be pursuing my passion as a birth worker. I love all things birth and feel that my strongest assets are listening, empathy, providing resources and cooking homemade meals for others. I tell all my clients, if there is a birth I am there. With all the stigma and negative depictions in the media surrounding birth, I want to ensure that my clients feel secure in all their decisions without any judgments. This Is Your Body, Your Birth & Only You Get To Make The Decisions That Works Best For You & Your Baby. I have two spirited little ones of my own; ages 4 and 6. I had doulas for both births and feel as though they made my birthing journey undeniably memorable. They feed me, hit pressure points during labor, loved me, educated me and most importantly encouraged me to find my voice and strength. These are the experiences I wish to provide to my future clients. I have experience in homebirths, birth centers & hospital settings. I understand that ones birthing journey is a sacred space, and wish to only support and offer any resources that may help aid in this time. If you are interested or just want to connect and talk anything birth, postpartum or baby please feel free to reach out. I am located in San Francisco and I am extending my services throughout the surrounding Bay Area. Virtual Options Also Provided

Hello, my name is Ruth, and I am a Postpartum Doula dedicated to supporting families during the early weeks after birth. I am passionate about helping parents feel cared for, confident, and supported as they adjust to life with a newborn, especially families who may not have a strong support system nearby. My approach is calm, compassionate, and judgment-free, focusing on emotional support, newborn care guidance, and practical assistance that allows families to rest and recover. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family and caring for my own baby, which continues to deepen my understanding and appreciation for the postpartum period.

My name is Amanda Barros, and I am a Certified Newborn care and Postpartum Doula located in SF Bay Area, California. As a 30 year old Brazilian, I have always had a passion for working with children. This passion led me to become a doula, as I believe in providing compassionate and empowering support to mothers during such an important and special time in their lives. I understand that every mother deserves the utmost care and support, which is why I specialize in postpartum doula care. My goal is to make your postpartum journey as smooth and fulfilling as possible. Whether you need sleep support, breastfeeding guidance, postpartum recovery assistance, newborn care education, or emotional support, I am here to provide it all.

Hello, I'm Maira! I have been working with children for over six years. My passion of taking care of kids began when I decided to be a volunteer in a daycare working with newborns. This experience prompted me to become a certified Birth and Postpartum Doula. I enjoy helping and support families in their new parenting journey. My ultimate goal is allow parents to rest during this period while giving them a sense of security that their precious newborn is in good hands. I am proud to provide a safe, informative and loving environment.

Hi, I’m Priscila, a Postpartum Doula and Newborn Care Specialist with over 7 years of experience supporting families through the early weeks and months after birth. I provide calm, nurturing, and evidence-based care during daytime, overnight, and 24/7 shifts, always honoring each family’s values and parenting goals. My approach is family-led, baby-centered, culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, and non-judgmental. I support singletons and twins, help navigate feeding challenges, and gently establish healthy newborn rhythms while prioritizing rest, recovery, and confidence for parents. I’m ProDoula-certified, trained in breastfeeding education and Infant CPR & First Aid, TrustLine approved, fully insured, Carrot-approved, and fluent in English and Portuguese. Above all, I believe the early postpartum days matter deeply, and it’s an honor to be a steady, compassionate presence during such a tender and transformative time.

Hello everyone, my name is Minerva Powell but I go by Minnie. I’m a certified postpartum doula located in northern California the Bay Area. I’ve been doing this wonderful work for the past 5 plus years and I enjoy every moment of it! My practice ties to creating a judgment, freeze zone for all parents to seek information and emotional support. In my free time I enjoy spending time at the beach with my children. I also love a good movie night with my husband.

Childbirth has always been very intertwined with my life. I owe some of that to my mother, who planned home births for all of her children. I am the oldest of us four, and my labor was long and hard. I grew up hearing the story of the four day marathon of labor, hospital transfer, and, ultimately, the beautiful birth that brought me into the world. My brother was born when I was almost three, on a hot July day. I have some memories of this day, but nothing very clear. My mom remembers me bringing her a cool glass of water between contractions. Some might say I became a doula that day. When I was 6, my mom became pregnant again. I was absolutely thrilled to be having a baby sister. I remember going to midwife appointments at the midwife’s home in Sebastopol, listening to my sister’s heartbeat, and enjoying every moment of it. Her labor started some time during the night. This time, it was Winter. My mom spent most of her labor in front of the woodburning stove in our living room with my dad applying counter pressure to her back. I remember she had thigh high socks to wear specifically for labor, because she didn’t want to wear pants, but knew her legs would be cold. In the early afternoon, she began pushing on our couch. The midwives were always close by, creating a sense of safety and calm, one of them singing as my sister was born. I stood at the end of the couch, and saw my sister’s head slowly emerge, and then the rest of her body slip out. She immediately went to my mom’s chest and crawled to the breast herself. I was entranced by birth at this moment. In the weeks after, I told my mom I wanted to become a midwife. The last baby was born when I was 10 years old. I was again elated to be around pregnancy and looking forward to the birth. My mom labored all through the night, and when the sun rose, her intuition told her she needed to go to the hospital and get some rest. No one thinks that a fourth baby will take 17 hours to be born, but sometimes they do! After my mom got a few hours of rest, my grandparents took us to the hospital to join her. She felt that birth was a family affair, and believed that children should be a part of birth. I also would have been furious with her if I didn’t get to be there. My sister entered the world, and I got to cut the umbilical cord and be the first to hold her after my mom. I took my first doula training with Connie Sultana in 2024 and since then have attended almost 50 births. I am in constant pursuit of knowledge, each birth teaching me something different. I am now a Cornerstone Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula and Evidence Based Birth® instructor. I am always striving to be able to provide the best support I can for my clients. I am currently pursuing becoming a Certified Nurse Midwife. As of 2026, I have completed nursing prerequisite courses, including biology, chemistry anatomy, physiology, and microbiology and look forward to beginning an RN program in Fall of 2026. I use the knowledge I have gained of the human body through my formal education to help inform the support I provide so that my clients can understand what is happening with their body and their baby. For most people, childbirth is the time in their lives where they will be asked to be the most medically literate, which is intimidating for most working outside of healthcare. The education I have has given me the language and tools to communicate and learn from nurses, midwives, and doctors during births, so that I can understand and interpret information for my clients. After becoming a registered nurse, I plan to attend graduate school to obtain my degree and certification as a Certified Nurse Midwife and practice in a hospital based setting.

I have been providing exceptional care to families as a postpartum night doula for over 17 years. I'm a certified Birth and Postpartum Doula, Lactation Educator, and experienced Sleep Trainer. I have lots of experience with singletons, twins, triplets, adoption, surrogacy, babies with health issues or special needs as well as parents with special health needs. From breastfeeding support all the way though to sleep training, I'm here to support you every step of the way! I have current CPR & First Aid training, up to date on all my vaccinations and am Trustline registered.

As a birth and postpartum doula serving Sonoma county(and the East Bay), I offer holistic doula services designed to empower expecting mamas—especially BIPOC individuals. My practice is motivated by a deep commitment to providing an empathetic, kind, and helpful service throughout your birthing journey. I aim to offer support every step of the way, ensuring that your experience is empowering and nurturing. At the same time, I am dedicated to addressing the systemic inequities often faced in labor and delivery, providing a compassionate, evidence-based approach tailored to your needs.

About Me My name is Gabriela Giacomini, and I am a postpartum doula with over 8 years of experience caring for babies and 2 years of dedicated postpartum doula support. I provide compassionate, personalized care that respects each family’s values, needs, and pace, helping parents feel supported and confident as they adjust to life with their newborn. My Philosophy I believe postpartum care is essential for healing, bonding, and emotional well-being. My approach combines emotional support, practical guidance, and evidence-based education, always honoring parental intuition and informed choice. My goal is to nurture both baby and parents, creating a calm and supportive postpartum experience.