Midwives & Home Birth Midwives Near Me in Merced, CA

Hi there 🤍✨ Welcome to Empowered Paths! I’m Rejeanna - a DONA-certified birth, postpartum doula 🤰🏼, childbirth educator 📚, and trained in breastfeeding education 🤱🏼, serving Stanislaus County and surrounding areas. I’m also a wife and mama to three busy boys 💙 who keep life fun and full. Motherhood is what led me here, and it’s why I care so deeply about supporting women during this life-changing season. Pregnancy, birth, and postpartum are beautiful journeys 🌿. You deserve to feel informed, supported, and empowered every step of the way 💛. Having the right support truly makes a difference, and every family deserves that. I have been so blessed to be able to spend my first 4 years as a doula serving under a group, Modesto Birth and Beyond, and getting to learn from them. I’m so thankful for the time I got to learn from them but am looking forward to serving moms with the knowledge I have but privately now.

Hi there! My name is Kara Edwards, I am a Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula in Modesto, CA. I also hold the title of Certified Holistic Nutrition Consultant from Bauman College and incorporate these skills into my work as a doula. It is so important that women feel nourished, healthy, and are well fed before, during, and after their pregnancy! As a doula, I hope to help my clients feel safe and empowered through thorough prenatal education and relaxation practices that they can take with them into their birth experience and beyond. My truest passion is postpartum work. Witnessing and supporting a family become their newest version is such an honor. The postpartum right of passage deserves to be respected, held, and deeply nourished- and providing that as a postpartum doula is nothing short of magical.

I'm a birth doula serving families throughout the Central Valley. My passion is helping parents feel informed, supported, and confident throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. I believe every family deserves compassionate, nonjudgmental care and someone in their corner every step of the way. My approach blends evidence-based education with continuous emotional and physical support. Whether you're planning an unmedicated birth, epidural, induction, cesarean birth, VBAC, home or hospital, I meet you where you are and help you feel empowered to make the decisions that are right for your family. In addition to birth support, I provide lactation support, birth planning, postpartum guidance, and placenta encapsulation services. I proudly serve clients with private insurance and Medi-Cal plans, helping make doula care more accessible to families in our community. My goal is simple: to help you feel heard, respected, and supported from pregnancy through postpartum so you can focus on welcoming your baby with confidence.

Hi, I’m Anna—I’m a birth doula, and I’m here to support you through one of the most powerful experiences of your life. My role is to walk alongside you through pregnancy and birth, offering steady, compassionate support every step of the way. Whether you’re planning a hospital birth, home birth, or something in between, I’m here to help you feel informed, confident, and truly cared for. I bring a calm, grounding energy to the birth space, and I’m all about making sure you feel heard, respected, and supported in your choices. From helping with comfort techniques and breathing to simply holding space during intense moments, I tailor my support to what you need most. I believe birth is not just about bringing a baby into the world—it’s about honoring you as the powerful, capable person you are. And I’m so honored to be part of that journey.

I am a certified Labor, Postpartum and Newborn Care Doula. I Provide comprehensive educational, physical and emotional support during pregnancy, labor, birth and postpartum. I also teach childbirth education classes and postpartum and newborn care classes. Package deals available!

Hey there! I’m Karly, here to help you navigate the wild world of the best job in the world, being a parent! With over 10 years of experience and a passion for helping others. Whether you’re a first-time parent or adding another baby to the family, I’m here to provide the guidance and encouragement you need. When I’m not busy supporting other families as a doula, I am a mom of two amazing kiddos and a wife. Or you may see me assisting in bringing new life into the world as a Labor and Delivery RN. I recently started my journey as a pregnancy, birth, and postpartum Doula. I am also a International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). After my own struggles with breastfeeding my daughter, I set out to become more educated and trained to help my patients, friends, and family with breastfeeding. I am passionate about getting parents thru the early days with a minimal amount of tears (sorry, there will always be some). If you need tips on latching, positioning, bottle feeding, figuring out pumping schedules, managing clogged ducts or mastitis or just need a support experienced mama in your corner, I’m your gal!

Hi! I’m Kaylee, a certified birth and postpartum doula, Certified Breastfeeding Counselor (CBC), and Childbirth Educator serving Tuolumne County and surrounding areas. As a wife and mama of two, I understand how meaningful, overwhelming, and life-changing the journey into parenthood can be. My passion is helping families feel supported, informed, confident, and cared for throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. I believe every family deserves compassionate, judgment-free support and the opportunity to feel heard and empowered in their choices. I’m honored to walk alongside families during such a special season of life!

Birth is powerful, transformative, and deeply personal. My role is to support you through it—calmly, steadily, and without judgment—while also documenting your experience in a way that honors how it felt, not just how it looked. Whether you’re looking for full doula support, birth photography, or both, this work is rooted in presence, trust, and respect for your unique journey.

Hello! I am a Christian doula specializing in trauma-affected pregnancies/postpartum. I service the Fresno, Madera, Merced Area.

I created Mommy’s Helper Postpartum In-Home Help Service, LLC (Doula Group) out of my own experience navigating the challenges of postpartum recovery, especially when I struggled with postpartum depression. During that time, I recognized the profound need for compassionate, reliable support, and I wanted to ensure that other mothers had access to the care and understanding they deserve during such a vulnerable time.

Congratulations on this beautiful chapter of your life! As a birth and postpartum doula, I believe in empowering families with unwavering support, guidance, and nurturing care during your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum period. I believe every parent deserves to feel confident, respected, and deeply cared for as they welcome their sweet little one.

Greetings! I'm Lisa Marie and I am a birth, postpartum, and stillbirth doula proudly serving the Central Valley of California and beyond. Grounded in my indigenous roots, I bring a wealth of practices not commonly taught in Western medicine, providing women and families with unique, holistic options. I provide culturally sensitive support for the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, people of color) community, LGBT individuals, foster youth, adoptive families, and surrogate families. Alongside comprehensive birth and postpartum care, I also offer personalized placenta honoring services to enhance your birth experience, yoni steaming for reproductive health, and well-being sessions that are designed for reflection, growth, and empowerment during your pregnancy and postpartum moments. I look forward to meeting and working with you.

I’m Ekei, a birth and wellness professional devoted to nurturing, advocating for, and empowering families through every stage of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. My calling began at 13, when I supported my sister during the birth of her child and first witnessed the sacred strength of bringing life into the world. I’m a RYT 200 Hatha Yoga Instructor, a Full Spectrum Doula trained through I Be Black Girl, and CPR-certified through the American Heart Association. I offer trauma-informed, culturally grounded care rooted in the legacy of my great-grandmother Naomi, “Moma”, and the Black Grand Midwives who served their communities with unmatched skill and compassion. Today, as a Birthworker, I support families of all backgrounds, especially Black, LGBTQ+, and neurodivergent parents through yoga, birth planning, education, and hands-on doula care. My mission is simple: to make every birthing person feel safe, respected, and deeply supported. You are worth every petal

Welcome, I'm Aime Mite Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula As a birth and postpartum doula, my mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based support to families during one of the most transformative times in life: pregnancy, birth, and the early days of parenthood. With a calm presence, attentive care, and deep respect for each family's unique journey, I’m here to help you feel empowered, informed, and nurtured every step of the way. Whether you’re preparing for birth, navigating postpartum recovery, or simply seeking a reassuring guide through the changes ahead, I’m honored to walk beside you.

Jamie Peters is a certified birth and postpartum doula with a passion for all things birth and baby. She’s a local mom of 4 with a caretaking background, who’s great at offering support to families both physically and emotionally along their journey from pregnancy, birth and into postpartum. You can expect compassionate, knowledgeable care from Jamie by your side in the delivery room or in the comfort of your home as you transition to the 4th trimester

During my journey through early motherhood, I saw the struggles of myself and friends. I found a passion for helping others. While doing my training to become a postpartum doula, I realized I also loved learning about breastfeeding. This ignited a fire for me to complete the certification process to become a lactation consultant as well. I provide overnight support of newborns as well resources and education on various infant care topics. I also do in home lactation visits.

Hello, my name is Jasmin & I am a birth doula dedicated to supporting families during pregnancy and labor. My work centers on hospital birth advocacy, informed decision-making, and helping families move through labor with clarity and confidence. I specialize in comprehensive birth preparation classes designed to help parents understand their rights, communicate effectively with their medical team, and feel grounded in their choices. I focus solely on birth support and education, ensuring my clients feel prepared, supported, and empowered from pregnancy through the moment they meet their baby.

Hello and Welcome! My name is Anna Nguyen and I am a birth doula located in Tracy, California. My passion is to help women find their voice for a confident birth. Coming from my own birth experience, I believe birth can be natural and empowering with the right support, environment, and mindset. My practice is to inform and provide emotional support for parents and create a birth plan that is right for you. In my free time, I enjoy taking mindful walks, going to the farmer's market on Saturdays, and exploring new places to eat with my two boys and husband.

Hi, my name is Shannon. I am a mother of 4, a new Mimi and an Auntie to many. I have a beautiful village and have learned so much over many years. I am excited to support your family and village on this beautiful journey.

Hello, I’m Therese, the owner of Mama T. Holistic. I am deeply passionate about providing a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for mamas and their families throughout pregnancy, birth, and beyond. My services include full-spectrum doula care, lactation support, night doula services, prenatal and postpartum fitness, yoga, and more. With care, compassion, and holistic practices tailored to your unique needs, we’ll navigate your journey together. Let’s connect and create a beautiful, empowering experience for you and your family.