Michaela Hughes - Birth & Postpartum Doula

About Michaela

I experienced my first birth at 12 years old and knew from then on that I wanted to be involved in birth work and babies. After reading Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth during my first pregnancy, I was introduced to the term “doula” and knew that I wanted to be one. With the birth of my second child and having a doula, I KNEW that this was my calling. I am especially passionate about working with families of color and other marginalized communities that need support during pregnancy and beyond. I believe that everyone and anyone should have access to doula support. I am excited about the opportunity to support families in their birth and post-partum journey! Random facts about me: I have a daughter and a son. I think that dogs are a gift to humans. I am an avid reader- I can usually be found listening to an audio book throughout the day. I am currently a pre-counseling student with an end goal of earning my Doctorates degree to be a therapist. I am as passionate about mental health as I am about birth work. I look forward to supporting you and your family!

Birth & Postpartum Doula packages and pricing

Birth Support

• Two 30–90-minute prenatal visits • Assistance with birth plans and birth options • Phone contact during pregnancy and after birth • Photos of birth and newborn baby if you desire • A home visit after birth OR One night of overnight support within the first two weeks • Preparing for Birth Workbook (Pink Book) • I am on call two weeks before and two after your EDD Postpartum support for up to two hours following labor or until baby’s first feeding

$3,500 USD · Flat rate

Accepted insurance

Carrot Kaiser Permanente Partners Health Plan Partnership HealthPlan of California Message Michaela to confirm coverage for your plan.

What to expect

I serve the Greater Bay Area and surrounding areas in birth and postpartum support. I provide a personalized experience for each client. My goal is that every client that I work with feels informed and empowered in their birth and/or postpartum journey.

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

DONA International (2023)
BEST (2025)

Memberships and affiliations

DONA International

Languages

English

Credentials

CD (BEST)

Specialties

Birth and Lactation Birth Support Evidence-Based Care Labor Doula Mental Health Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Newborn Care Postpartum Adjustment Postpartum Care Postpartum Doula Care Postpartum Life Returning to work (pumping, breastmilk storage, etc) Sibling Preparation Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)

Frequently asked questions

How much does Michaela charge?

Michaela's Birth Support package is $3,500 USD, flat rate.

Does Michaela accept insurance?

Michaela lists Carrot, Kaiser Permanente, Partners Health Plan, and Partnership HealthPlan of California as accepted insurance. Message Michaela to confirm coverage for your plan.