Ariel Amarkarian

Los Angeles, California

Ariel Amarkarian

2 years of experience

Hello everyone! My name is Ariel Amarkarian, and I am an Armenian social justice advocate and dedicated birth worker. As a trained FULL SPECTRUM doula working toward certification with Birthing Advocacy, Stillbirthday, and DONA International. I provide compassionate emotional, physical, and informational support to all birthing people throughout every stage of their journey, from prenatal care to postpartum healing. Death is also an intrinsic part of life, and I am committed to supporting families through both the beauty of birth and the grief of loss. In addition to supporting childbirth, and postpartum, I also specialize in abortion care. I recognize that access to safe, respectful abortion services is a vital part of healthcare. My work is deeply rooted in principles of reproductive justice, health equity, inclusion, trauma-informed care, liberation and LOVE. If I am not geeking out over babies you can find me writing spoken word poetry, enjoying a good book, dancing, or watching reality TV (it's my guilty pleasure).

ELSY Melara

Los Angeles, California

5.0 (3 reviews)

ELSY Melara

26 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I'm a dedicated professional and a proud mother to two beautiful young ladies who inspire me every day. With over 20 years of experience in the child care industry, I am deeply passionate about supporting families during the precious early weeks of a newborn's life. In addition to my professional credentials, I bring a positive, can-do attitude to every interaction. My love for learning something new every day fuels my work, as does my passion for crafting artisanal soaps, spending time with family and friends, and exploring the great outdoors through travel and camping. I'm an active member of my community, constantly supporting various non-profit organizations and charities. I offer a range of services designed to make your transition into parenthood smoother and more joyful. From setting up the nursery, assisting with first baths, and caring for multiples to providing circumcision care and reflux support. I'm here to develop healthy sleep routines, assist with breastfeeding, and help transition your baby from breast milk to formula. I also offer lactation education, postpartum support, and multicultural postpartum recovery care. As a Certified Newborn Care Specialist, trained by Gentle Ventures Holistic NCS Training and certified through the Newborn Care Specialist Association, a sleep trainer through Summer's Sleep Secrets, and a Certified Postpartum Doula trained through CAPPA. I specialize in the care of newborns from 0-16 weeks, and I bring a wealth of knowledge and skills to every family I work with, continuously enhancing my expertise through ongoing trainings, workshops, and courses. Above all, I am deeply committed to providing the support you need in this incredible journey of parenthood. My approach is always filled with love and care, and I take immense joy in being around babies, helping them, and their families, in the most formative weeks of their lives. Let's navigate this beautiful journey together, caring with love every step of the way. My commitment is to build a warm and trusting relationship with you, offering ongoing education and a safe space for you to express your feelings during this transformative time. Let me be your dedicated partner on the journey to achieving well-restedness and a harmonious family life.

Recent review

Elsy’s support has been invaluable to me as a new mom. She has equipped me with tools that have greatly benefited both my baby’s well-being and my own peace of mind. From teaching me how to prepare bottles and understand my baby’s cues to sharing effective sleeping techniques and self-care tips, her guidance has been transformative. I’m incredibly grateful for the care and expertise she has provided. I wholeheartedly recommend her services to any parent seeking support!

- Ligia W.

HENRIETTE DYER

Los Angeles, California

5.0 (1 review)

HENRIETTE DYER

16 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello there! My name is Henriette Dyer, and I am the owner and founder of Wee Beginnings LLC, residing in Los Angeles, CA. With over 35 years of experience in childcare, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to supporting families. I specialize as a Newborn Care Specialist, Certified Postpartum Doula (not a birth doula), Certified Lactation Educator, Certified Sleep Coach, and Certified Infant Sleep Consultant. My background also includes extensive experience as an infant/toddler teacher, pre-kindergarten teacher, and parent & child play instructor, all dedicated to helping families raise healthy and happy children. In my role as a Newborn Care Specialist, my focus extends beyond simply helping parents achieve much-needed sleep. I also work to alleviate the stress and frustration often associated with caring for a newborn, positioning myself as a crucial part of your support team. Establishing a stable support system is incredibly vital during the postpartum period when the baby comes home. In my free time i enjoy travelling to new places, writing, cooking and hiking. I would be delighted to discuss how my services and experience can provide valuable support to your family or organization. Please feel free to reach out to schedule a time to connect. Best regards, Henriette Dyer

Recent review

Henriette was a fantastic resource/night nurse for our second son. She worked with us for over a month and I trusted her completely. She was also great with our toddler. Highly recommend.

- Kelsey L.

Mara Siegmund Battung

Los Angeles, California

5.0 (1 review)

Mara Siegmund Battung

6 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Postpartum doula, newborn care specialist, and lactation educator blending evidence-based support with holistic care so your family feels calm, cared for, and connected. I’m fairly new to Bornbir, for more reviews please inquire or view my doulaMatch profile: https://doulamatch.net/profile/39829/mara-battung Book a call with me here: tidycal.com/sunflowernannies/strategy-call.

Recent review

Mara was wonderful!!! I was such a hormonal mess getting home from the hospital, and Mara helped me so much. I was afraid to let anyone hold my baby, but Mara was an exception. She was trustworthy in every way. She was a warm presence in our home. I also credit my baby sleeping through the night to Mara's nightly tending to him. She taught him patience and self-settling. I'm very grateful!

- Cristina S.

Jacqueline Jean-Baptiste

Los Angeles, California

5.0 (1 review)

Jacqueline Jean-Baptiste

4 years of experience

I am a postpartum doula and baby nurse with 10+ years of experience caring for infants, children, and adults in both hospital and home settings. Previously, I worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the Pediatrics, Postpartum, and Oncology units at Providence Saint John's and Cedars Sinai. Most recently, I've transitioned to working primarily in home settings. Being a CNA has increased my knowledge of overall health, physical fitness, and patient care for all ages. Caring for others is rewarding and fulfilling, which is why I continue to seek positions that will allow me to render the quality of care and compassion for which I am trained and gifted to provide. I've cared for a wide range of children ranging in age from newborn to fourteen years old. My passion for becoming a Postpartum Doula grew from my years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant in the Oncology department, where I cared for patients through their end-of-life journeys. While this work was deeply meaningful, it also inspired me to seek the joy and hope found in birth. I am now excited to join Happy Mama Healthy, where I can build relationships with more mothers and families, and make a positive impact in the world of birth work. I’d love to be able to continue the conversation with you to learn more about the role and see how my skills can help your family. Thank you for your consideration.

Recent review

We are privileged to have employed Jacqueline Baptiste as our post-partum doula since January 2023. Jacqueline has been a fun, extremely reliable and hard-working doula for my four-month old daughter. Jacqueline has a great understanding of the needs and abilities of babies and is nurturing and responsive. Jacqueline has always brought a professional, thoughtful, and organized approach to the care of our child. Jacqueline makes play time fun, and my daughter is always happy to spend time with her. Jacqueline always goes the extra mile and helps with laundry, cleaning, and organization around the house. She does a fantastic job with keeping my daughters’ areas tidy, clean, and sanitized. Jacqueline can work in the intimate family environment with integrity and is trustworthy. We treasure Jacqueline and deeply value her contribution to our family.

- Ashley M.

Joie Nursery

Los Angeles, California

5.0 (12 reviews)

Joie Nursery

25 years of experience

I am a trusted provider of premium infant care services and am committed to supporting parents during the formidable early stages of parenthood. As a Newborn Care Specialist, I pride myself on delivering exceptional care and expertise to ensure both babies and parents get the rest they need. Feel free to contact me at lullabysongs@yahoo.com nightcare@joienursery.com

Recent review

We are so thankful for Athena and the support she provided during our baby’s first weeks. She brought a calm, nurturing presence into our home and gave us peace of mind knowing our newborn was in such capable and caring hands. Her expertise and gentle approach helped ease our transition into parenthood and allowed us to get the rest we truly needed. Beyond her professionalism, what stood out most was her genuine compassion and patience. She treated our baby with so much love and care, and we always felt supported by her thoughtful guidance. We wholeheartedly recommend Athena to any family looking for a trustworthy and experienced newborn night care specialist.

- Jessica P.

Tina Montalto

Los Angeles, California

Tina Montalto

3 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Tina Montalto, IBCLC, LMT, CST Tina Montalto is an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and licensed massage therapist dedicated to supporting families through all stages of the infant feeding journey. With over a decade of experience in the mother-baby field, she provides comprehensive lactation care through her private practice, offering both in-home and telehealth consultations tailored to the unique needs of each family. Tina completed her lactation training at the University of California, San Diego and holds massage therapy certification from the National Holistic Institute. She brings a unique, integrative approach to her work by combining clinical lactation expertise with therapeutic bodywork—particularly for prenatal, postpartum, and infant clients. She is also certified in manual lymphatic drainage through Klose Training, providing additional support for postnatal healing and wellness. Her professional background includes pediatric hospice training with The Heart Touch Project and volunteer service at UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center, where she offered palliative care massage for NICU AND PICU patients. Tina currently runs a private practice called Piena Lactation and Wellness, LLC, offering Lactation/infant feeding services and Massage therapy in the comfort of your own home. With a deep commitment to nurturing both physical and emotional health, Tina empowers families with the guidance and support they need to thrive.

Veronica Hinojosa-Stang

Los Angeles, California

5.0 (10 reviews)

Veronica Hinojosa-Stang

27 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Certified Postpartum Doula and Infant care Specialist, Infant Sleep Trainer serving families in the Greater Los Angeles and Long Beach. Proudly supporting families with CARROT BENEFITS I originate from a beautiful vegetated country in the southern hemisphere of the globe, Peru. My passion are babies whether they follow a natural birth, by adoption or Surrogacy, and I love what I am doing with love and knowledge. I have 25 years of experience working with preemies, newborns, infants, and twins and I must say “You never stop learning how to make things better.” For the parents and families whose babies I’ve cared for, coaching, educating and guiding them has become an art. I wish I could share this “Art” with you: Guiding, Educating and Teaching you many wonderful tips and tricks to become a successful parent. I welcome you to be part of this joyful journey by contacting me and let me guide you through the wonderful path of parenthood, hand by hand doing things you love, together. Postpartum Doula. Newborn Care Doula and Infant Specialist (a.k.a. Baby Nurse) in the greater Los Angeles CA area and available as your Traveling Baby Nurse, Newborn Adoption Doula or International Doula for Surrogacy.

Recent review

It is with pleasure that I write this review for Veronica Hinojosa, who served as my postpartum doula and night nurse. During one of the most vulnerable times in my life, Veronica’s motherly presence provided an immense sense of comfort and reassurance. Her warmth, kindness, and professionalism made all the difference in my postpartum journey. Veronica’s expertise and guidance were invaluable, particularly when it came to bottle feeding and establishing a daytime nap routine. Her advice was practical and effective, helping us create a rhythm that worked well for our baby. More than anything, I always felt secure knowing my little one was in her capable hands. Her natural talent for soothing and caring for infants gave me the peace of mind to truly rest and recharge for the following day. Additionally, Veronica’s dedication extended beyond her own services—when she was unavailable, she ensured we had reliable backup care through one of her trusted associates. This level of commitment and foresight further demonstrated her professionalism and reliability. I am incredibly grateful for Veronica’s support and would recommend her to any family in need of a compassionate, knowledgeable, and dependable postpartum doula or night nurse. She has been an invaluable part of our early parenting experience, and I cannot recommend her highly enough.

- Kaycee Y.

Amber Upchurch

Los Angeles, California

Amber Upchurch

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I’m Amber, a birth doula and the founder of Orion Birth, a practice grounded in the belief that everyone deserves an empowering birth experience. My role is to walk alongside parents with both steadiness and skill; offering hands-on comfort, emotional support, informed guidance, and a voice of advocacy when it matters most. At Orion Birth, I see birth not as a procedure to get through but as a profound transition into parenthood. My philosophy is that when families feel supported, respected, and truly informed, they step into this new chapter with more trust in themselves and deeper connection to their baby. Birth is unpredictable, but with the right support, it can be not only safe but transformative.

Cathie Li

Arcadia, California

Cathie Li

10 years of experience

Cathie Li Newborn Care Specialist | Night Nanny / Postpartum Support | Confinement Cooking Loving newborns with my whole heart—I aim to be their very first and best friend in life. With over 10 years of experience caring for 50+ babies, I specialize in 24-hour live-in newborn care during the first 30–90 days. I help establish gentle, healthy routines for feeding, sleeping, and soothing, while also supporting the birthing parent through emotional and physical recovery. I offer: • Newborn care and routine support • Gentle guidance with breastfeeding and sleep • Baby laundry, bottle sanitizing, nursery organization • Non-judgmental support and encouragement • Referrals to trusted professionals if needed I’m also a passionate cook, trained in traditional Chinese postpartum (confinement) meals—especially Cantonese, Shanghainese, and Japanese styles—that promote healing and healthy milk supply. I care deeply, listen with empathy, and support every family with warmth, patience, and love.

Donna Moragne-Hanson

Los Angeles, California

5.0 (1 review)

Donna Moragne-Hanson

4 years of experience

Hello Everyone! My name is Donna Moragne-Hanson and I am a licensed midwife in Los Angeles, CA. For me, establishing trust with my client is the most fundamental and most important. My midwifery practice is built on nurturing trust and learning to let go of the things we allow to interfere with trust. I want to encourage trusting in yourself; trusting in your body and the natural process of giving birth; trusting in your baby and their own divinely written birth story; trusting in humanity and the world your baby is born into and trusting in our partnership; as client and midwife. I believe, when a woman is heard, she is seen; when she is seen, she has a voice; and as her midwife I am compelled to encourage her to honor that voice; her voice. In this way I believe I am blessed with an opportunity to fulfill my role as supporter, facilitator, educator and client advocate; the ultimate calling of a midwife. For me, describing the process of birth is like trying to describe a miracle; and walking with a woman as she becomes a mother is even more profound…I am beyond words. Donna, LM, CPM

Recent review

Donna gave me the confidence and calm I needed for my first birth. She was there every step of the way to answer all my questions, no matter how silly! My doctor was very impressed with how prepared and informed I was. I would love to work with Donna again.

- Katie H.

Taylor Digby

Upland, California

Taylor Digby

6 years of experience

Taylor Digby, LM, CPM, BSM is a licensed midwife providing individualized, family-centered care throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. With a calm, grounded approach, Taylor blends evidence-based midwifery care with deep respect for physiologic birth, informed choice, and the unique needs of each family. She is committed to creating a supportive and empowering environment where clients feel heard, educated, and confident in their decisions. Taylor offers compassionate care rooted in trust, continuity, and reverence for the transformative journey of birth.

Michelle Wilkerson

Los Angeles, California

Michelle Wilkerson

5 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I'm a Los Angeles birth/postpartum doula, Certified lactation counselor and a belly binding specialist. I believe that birth is sacred making it one of the most vulnerable times in our life, my duty is to protect that. I'm the birth coach guiding you, helping you understand the physiological process of birth, your birth rights and helping you through postpartum. Being a mom of two helps me understand deeper what someone may need during these times. My philosophy is "hold the mother so she can then hold her baby".

Rochelle Bates

Los Angeles, California

Rochelle Bates

9 years of experience

I teach Virtual HypnoBirthing classes for mom and birth partner with new classes each week. Classes are 5 weeks, 3 hours each. In addition to HypnoBirthing, I’m a Clinical hypnotherapist and double-certified doula; I’m thrilled to be the exclusive HypnoBirthing educator @Carriage House Birth. I use hypnosis to assist families with fertility and IVPfor better outcomes, pain management and adult sleep regulation. Call today to find out about HypnoBirthing birth prep and virtual Doula care. Schedule a free consultation with Rochelle Bates: www.HypnoBirthingLosAngeles.com/#contact

Lisa Esteban, PCD(DONA), CLES

Los Angeles, California

5.0 (6 reviews)

Lisa Esteban, PCD(DONA), CLES

2 years of experience
Accepts insurances

My name is Lisa and I’m a Certified Postpartum Doula (DONA) and Certified Lactation Educator Specialist (CLES) serving the Los Angeles South Bay, Westside and surrounding areas. I provide nurturing, informed care, assistance, and resources to you, your baby and family as you navigate the postpartum period. As your postpartum doula, my goal is to provide physical and emotional support through what is undoubtedly one of the most profoundly transformational and magical periods of your life. I want you to feel nourished, confident, and empowered to tune in to your own intuition and trust your instincts.

Recent review

Lisa was not only an important part of my husband and my journey into parenthood but she was critical in my post-partum experience, learning to balance caring for my own recovery with caring for my daughter. The post-partum experience is a wild one, where everything from your mind, body and soul changes and you are redefining yourself and how you relate to those around you - all while learning a completely new skill of caring for a newborn. From the beginning, Lisa was reassuring, letting me know that everything is "a phase", giving me permission to have challenging moments and let those be simply moments. She shared evidenced based information and tools we can employ as we moved through learning to feed our baby, breastfeed, figure out her sleep schedules, playing with her, and so much more. I am a hands-on learner and I needed space to discuss, plan and strategize (essentially talk Lisa's ear off!) what I was going to do next before doing it myself. She supported me every step of the way and adjusted the way she supported me and my family in the way that we needed it. With an extraordinarily kind and empathetic sensibility, she listened and met me and my husband where we were. And our daughter loved being cared by her like when my husband and I desperately needed a nap in the earlier days or when I needed a shower and time to myself. My mother, who does not speak English very well, was staying with us a few weeks and Lisa was culturally sensitive and helped my family feel comfortable to navigate this phase unapologetically and without having to explain our Korean rituals (e.g., eating seaweed soups as much as possible!) and beliefs. She was respectful, supportive and empowered us to lean into our instincts as new parents with our own beautiful identities and cultural backgrounds. Thank you, Lisa, for the confidence you helped nurture in our family as we became first time parents. The next family is very happy to have you guide them!

- Annie C.

Alejandra Gonzalez

Los Angeles, California

5.0 (1 review)

Alejandra Gonzalez

8 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello There! My name is Aly Gonzalez and I identify as she/her. I'm a mother to a sweet four year old boy named Luke and married a former Marine for almost 7 years! My Journey in Newborn care started way before I had my son, began back in 2018. I was introduced to an amazing family who needed the extra help overnight and I took up the opportunity as I knew I was more than cable of helping out the family in this new season. The family really opened up my eyes to an amazing opportunity of being able to help families with new babies. I was fascinated and took a leap of faith to start my own business as a New Born Care Specialist. I got certified and never looked back. Had my baby boy three years later and dove back into my business, as an ever better NCS because I now had a better and deeper understanding what it was like to come from the hospital with a new baby. I fell in love deeper with my job and got certified as a Postpartum Doula, furthering my education in the postpartum world. I'm now a newborn care specialist, postpartum doula, and a breastfeeding specialist. I'm Constantly continuing my education in newborn and postpartum care. I've worked with singles, multiples, and babies with special needs. I offer personalized care for every single one of my families depending on their wants and unique needs. I'm here to help support you emotionally, physically, offer lactation support, education, resources and empowerment. I truly love my job and being part of my clients postpartum journey, please don't hesitate to reach out!

Recent review

Alejandra was an absolute godsend during my postpartum journey. Her calm, nurturing presence made those overwhelming early weeks feel manageable and even beautiful. She supported my daughter, helped with the baby duties, and reminded me to care for myself — all with kindness and expertise. I truly don’t know how I would’ve done it without her. My daughter’s sleep schedule now is amazing and I know it was from her doula support. Highly, highly recommend!

- Kathleen G.

Lannette Dexter-Davido

Sierra Madre, California

Lannette Dexter-Davido

17 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello and thank you for viewing my profile. As a Birth and Postpartum Doula with over 20 years of experience, I offer an unbiased evidence based approach to my practice. As your Doula I will lend you my support and advocacy along with education when and where it is needed, with understanding and compassion. I will partner with you through your pregnancy, birth , and fourth trimester. I look forward to chatting with you soon Lannette ( Lanny )

Angeline Perales

Los Angeles, California

5.0 (2 reviews)

Angeline Perales

14 years of experience

My name is Angeline and I have been a Newborn Care Specialist and post Partum doula over 13 years and s former nanny about 14. I adore my career and all the infants I have cared for and parents I have helped i consider it a true blessing. I was also a single mother to my own daughter so I know what it takes to keep a tribe functioning.

Recent review

Angeline is an amazing night nurse and postpartum doula. She supported us with our preemie son from day 2 until about week 6, and she still babysits here and there. He loves her and she’s wonderful with infants.

- Kendall K.

Kate Payne

Culver City, California

5.0 (6 reviews)

Kate Payne

3 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello, I am a certified Postpartum Doula living in West LA with my husband and two children. We are a British family and we moved over here from London in 2019. We have since created a wonderful new life for ourselves in the LA sunshine. Since becoming a mother myself, I’ve realized I have a nurturing spirit inside me. My goal, as a certified postpartum doula, is to support and educate families through their transition into the 4th trimester, by providing a safe, and empowering space to heal and connect with their new baby.

Recent review

I honestly don’t know how I would’ve survived those first six weeks without Kate. From day one, she felt like a trusted friend who just happened to be an absolute baby genius. Every morning she’d arrive with that sunshine-in-her-smile energy, ready to tackle my ever-growing laundry pile and whip up the most comforting meals I could dream of—everything from protein-packed breakfasts to those cozy soups that warmed me to my bones. But the best part? Watching her with my baby. She somehow knew exactly how to soothe my little one’s hiccups and fussy spells—rocking, swaddling, gentle shushing—like she’d been a baby whisperer her whole life. And she let me take that long-overdue bath I desperately needed! Thank god. If you’re looking for someone who will hold your baby so you can breathe, who’ll nourish your body and your spirit, and who’ll make you laugh when you’re barely keeping your eyes open—Kate is your person. I’ll be forever grateful for her support, her tips, and that big heart of hers.

- Moriah C.

CHANEL LEWIS

Pasadena, California

CHANEL LEWIS

16 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Greetings! I'm a full-spectrum doula dedicated to providing compassionate, nonjudgmental support through every stage of the reproductive journey — from conception and birth to post-abortion, miscarriage, and postpartum care. I’m here to hold space, offer resources, and walk alongside you, wherever your path leads.