This September, my husband and I had the pleasure of having Noa as our birth doula, and we truly couldn’t be more grateful for her and Alex. From the very beginning, we felt so comfortable, supported, and connected with them. They made themselves incredibly accessible throughout the entire experience and provided us with resources for anything we needed, even beyond what they directly covered.
I had a 20-hour labor and delivery that was completely unmedicated, and I truly don’t believe I could have gotten through it without Noa by my side. Her encouragement, guidance, and reassurance through every stage of labor and every intense contraction were exactly what I needed. Because of the labor preparation they provided, my husband felt confident helping me through the beginning stages of labor, and once we got to the hospital, he and Noa worked seamlessly as a team to make sure my needs were always being met.
As a nurse myself, I initially didn’t think I would need an advocate to help me with my birth preferences. But we were incredibly grateful to have Noa there. She was there to remind the healthcare team of our wishes, advocate for our preferences, and remain firm when needed, allowing my husband and me to stay focused on the birth of our baby.
Noa was such an integral part of one of the most important experiences of our lives. She went above and beyond in every way, and we will forever consider her family. We are so grateful for everything she did for us and already know she will be by our side for all of our future births. We cannot recommend Noa and Alex enough! ❤️
— Krista Herndon
Noa was our labor doula, and my husband and I feel so fortunate to have had her support in the lead up to our baby’s birth. She is the kindest human being, and her calming presence made preparing for labor feel less scary.
Noa is incredibly knowledgeable about the science of pregnancy and childbirth, while also bringing a grounding, spiritual element. We attended her classes and learned so much about preparing for birth, navigating labor, and what to expect after our baby arrived. The information she shared was very helpful during labor and in the early postpartum period.
We absolutely love Noa and highly recommend her as a labor doula!!! We hope to work with her again for our future babies!
— Sheila Galliani
I had the best experience with Alex. Although my birth plan had to change, the postpartum support I received was excellent. The care and connection Alex brings to a postpartum mama and the family is priceless.
— Sarah Shemwell
Noa is THE BEST. My husband and I met her a couple of weeks postpartum when she appeared at our doorstep at 10p sharp as our overnight doula so we could sleep. Not only did Noa take excellent, loving care of our daughter and leave our house *spotless* in the morning (dishes, bottles, tidying, pump parts, laundry -- you name it, she did it), but she quickly became a wonderful friend and confidant. She brought joy, calm, and laughter into our house during a time that could be so emotionally fraught, and, boy, did we appreciate her for it. We had so much fun! What a far cry from my first postpartum experience, where we had no support and white-knuckled our way through.
I know Noa is no longer doing overnight postpartum care, but I am confident that Noa brings the same energy, thoughtfulness, care, and diligence (and good humor) to labor. It's who she is. We actually first met Noa when she taught our labor class, and it was clear during the day-long course that she would be an amazing labor doula. Not only does Noa know her stuff, but she connects with moms and partners to empower them and help them accomplish the labor experience they want. If we were to have another baby, I would 1000% want Noa by my side during delivery.
— Bev A.
Can’t recommend Alex and Noa at Woven Womb enough. Noa did our birth prep classes and Alex was our birth doula on the big day. I’m just so grateful to these ladies. We will 100% be reaching out to them for our next child!
We had pre-natal home visits, birth classes, and social hangouts with other couples (my wife still talks with some of the other moms), plus birth plan prep. We really got a lot out of it and felt informed and prepared for baby’s arrival. When my wife went into labor at Scripps, Alex showed up big, helping manage pain, knowing exactly what to say, and also helping me become a better advocate for my wife. At one especially confusing moment at the hospital, she helped demystify what was happening and kept us focused on what mattered: a positive birth experience.
If you’re looking for a birth doula in North County, we can’t recommend Alex and Woven Womb enough.
— alejandro ruelas
I had such a wonderful experience working with Noa at Woven Womb. As a first-time mom, I realized I felt pretty uninformed when it came to making decisions about my birth preferences. I knew I needed to have a birth plan ready, but wasn’t sure where to begin or what questions I should even be asking.
I connected with Woven Womb virtually since I live outside of the San Diego area, and my hour-long conversation with Noa was exactly what I needed. She walked me through the birth process from start to finish, including the birth environment, pain management, the immediate postpartum period, and options for both mom and baby. I loved that she prepared me not only for what I might ideally hope for, but also for different scenarios that could come up during labor. She helped me understand my options and the considerations behind them without ever making me feel like there was a “right” choice.
Noa is incredibly knowledgeable, but what stood out most was how warm, calm, and comforting she was. I never felt judged for asking questions or for having certain preferences. She provided thoughtful, evidence-informed guidance while remaining respectful of my decisions. Noa never pushed for something other than what I wanted.
I left our conversation feeling so much more confident and prepared. I now have a birth plan I feel comfortable sharing with my doctors, along with daily breathwork practices to help me prepare for labor.
I would absolutely recommend Woven Womb and Noa to anyone preparing for birth, or even someone who is trying to get pregnant and wants to feel more comfortable about the process. Even virtually, the support felt incredibly personal, and I’m so grateful I found them!
— Laura Remec
I had such a wonderful experience with my prenatal massage. Alex was very attentive and made sure I was comfortable the whole time. I’ve been dealing with sciatica in my lower back, and Alex was not only gentle and attentive, but also very knowledgeable. She took the time to understand what I was experiencing and gave me helpful advice on ways to ease the discomfort. I left feeling more relaxed and comfortable, and really appreciated how cared for I felt. I would definitely recommend them, especially to other moms-to-be!
— Monica Burns
Very informative!
— Mirian Inoa
I got a labor prep massage from Alex at the end of my 38 weeks pregnant. I was feeling a lot of anxiety about the approaching due date. Since getting the massage 4 days ago, my anxiety has gone way down and I feel my body and baby relaxing and getting ready to birth. Alex was such a calming and sweet presence to have in my home and support my mind and body. She utilized pressure points and spinning babies techniques in addition to massage to not only help me relieve tension but also prepare my body better for birth. I highly recommend her services.
— Carina Hynes
Talk about the sweetest women you’ve EVER met! I adore Alex and Noa and feel so comfortable and understood by each of them when I get to talk to them. They have such a passion for what they do and it’s immediately evident.
I just had a prenatal massage with Alex and it was everything I’ve been dreaming of and more during my second pregnancy. Especially since I got to be at home during it, are we kidding!? I’m 38 weeks and trying to naturally VBAC and have been feeling like baby is not engaged correctly. During my massage we incorporated spinning babies and I instantly felt a difference in baby’s positioning and have been feeling baby drop lower ever since. I wish I could have this massage daily, the relaxation was unreal and the results were everything I needed!
— Makayla Hancock
I did bodywork with Alex and it was amazing! She was so diligent in explaining everything that she was doing and was so invested to make sure I got the most out of the massage. Highly recommend to any pregnant or postpartum mom!!
— Erika Symczak
This was a great workshop! Noa led the session, answered questions, and provided us with helpful tips. I couldn't recommend her services more!
— Miranda Katz
The best support I’ve had in my life.
I don’t even know where to begin expressing my gratitude for Alex and Noa. I originally reached out because I had heard Alex was an incredible bodyworker, and she truly is the best bodyworker I’ve ever worked with. But that ended up being just a small part of what they offered. Alex and Noa are both incredibly knowledgeable, deeply caring, and so generous with their time. Throughout my pregnancy they consistently checked in on me, answered every question with patience, and helped me feel informed, supported, and confident every step of the way. During my last month of pregnancy, I went through a full month of prodromal labor. It was emotionally and physically exhausting, and there were moments when I truly felt like I was losing it. They were there through all of it, constantly checking in, guiding me, reassuring me, and reminding me to trust my body when I needed it most. I also went past my due date and gave birth at 41 weeks and 2 days. Those final weeks were some of the hardest, and their support meant everything to me. They helped me navigate the uncertainty, the emotions, and the waiting, with so much compassion and wisdom. Then came labor. I had a 24-hour unmedicated birth, and from the very beginning until the very end, I felt completely supported. I was surrounded by an amazing medical team, but I honestly don’t think I would have been able to push my baby out without Alex by my side. Her calm voice, constant encouragement, and guidance through every stage of labor gave me the strength and confidence to keep going. She knew exactly what to say and when to say it, and helped me stay connected to my body when I needed it most. Looking back, hiring Alex and Noa was one of the best decisions I made during my pregnancy. They didn’t just provide a service. They became an essential part of one of the most meaningful experiences of my life. I will be forever grateful, and I truly cannot recommend them enough. Any family would be incredibly lucky to have them by their side.
— Eli Corominas
Me and my partner had such a great experience with Alex and Noa! They are both so professional and know what they are doing, highly recommend
— Connor Gee
Two of the kindest, most dedicated doulas in SoCal. Highly recommend both Noa and Alex!!
— Ann Ziegler
The best doulas in the San Diego area, hands down! Alex and Noa are so knowledgeable and have a grounding & calming presence. They care about you every step of the way - I couldn’t recommend them more for your next baby!
— jillaine deyoung
The women behind WWC are awesome —Alex and Noa are so warm, knowledgeable, and genuine. I can’t recommend them enough & highly recommend.
— Ali Freie
Would give more stars if I could 💛
— rachel pigula
Alex was so supportive and helpful! Would highly recommend using this company. 💜
— Alyssa Herzfeldt
I can’t speak more highly of Alex and Noa. As soon as I met them I knew they had hearts of gold. As a full spectrum doula and reproductive health and fertility awareness educator, it has been such a joy to collaborate and uplift women’s health together. They are highly skilled in not only emotional attunement, but fully prepared for all birth scenarios mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. You can feel how much they care about their clients and our community at large. I am so grateful to know them and can’t recommend them enough! 🌼🤎
— Julianna Stein
Alex was my doula for my twin birth and postpartum care last June. She is incredibly supportive and knowledgeable.
She helped me create my birth plan, and brought my husband and I comfort prior to giving birth.
She also helped me navigate tandem breastfeeding and pumping while healing from a scheduled C-section. I full heartedly believe my birth and postpartum experience was so beautiful because of her assistance and experience.
I can’t recommend her enough!
— Charlie Sandoval
I’ve gotten several amazing prenatal massages from Alex! She is licensed and educated so I trust her with my pregnant body.
My husband and I took a birth prep class and it helped us feel confident and prepared going into labor as we walked through a lot of the labor choices we had. It helped us craft a birth plan where we felt equipped and educated! Highly recommend these amazing ladies to all my mama friends!
— Ashley Hazlebeck
deeply compassionate & deeply knowledgeable ❤️
— Courtney Lauer
I can’t recommend this doula team enough! Throughout my pregnancy, they provided an incredible amount of education, guidance, and emotional support that helped me feel informed and confident every step of the way. They were always responsive, compassionate, and truly invested in making sure I felt supported during my pregnancy.
A special thank you to Alex, whose prenatal massages were amazing. They provided so much relief and made such a difference in helping me feel more comfortable as my pregnancy progressed.
After a traumatic experience with my first birth, I feel like their help made it possible for me to go forward and have the Unmedicated birth of my dreams.
— Kelley Sevilla
Alex is a rare combination of incredible work ethic & skill PLUS an amazing personality. Her bodywork has been so life giving to me pregnant & postpartum & her wisdom, knowledge, & empathic listening ear have helped me process all things birth & mothering more than even she probably knows. Woven womb’s approach to empowering women in the birth world is beautiful & unbelievably necessary. Can’t praise them enough!
— Darsha Aldous
words will never do it justice to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation to both Noa and Alex. Alex was our birth doula, but they both supported us immensely throughout pregnancy and helped us feel truly prepared for childbirth. their knowledge, resources, and guidance—especially when it came to navigating decisions and creating our birth plan—were invaluable. having Alex with us during labor gave us real peace of mind and confidence that our preferences would be honored. her calm, warm presence was incredibly grounding and supportive. her expertise allowed both my husband and I to be fully present throughout and after to delivery to enjoy those special moments with our newborn. as second-time parents, we didn’t have a doula for our first birth, and the difference was significant. having their support throughout pregnancy and during the birth of our second daughter made the entire experience feel more informed and supported. we cannot recommend these two human beings enough if you are looking for an uplifting and positive birth experience! – s & b
— S B.
i joke that my labor was so long it covered two doula “shifts”! while that might sound unlucky, I actually feel incredibly fortunate that I got to experience the magic of both Alex and Noa during the birth of my son. I’ll spare the details of my long and complicated labor, but what I will say is that the next day, my husband and I looked at each other and said, “there is no way we could have gotten through all that without them!”
Alex and Noa are an incredible power team—two kind, patient, and deeply supportive souls who will forever hold a special place in our hearts for helping us welcome our son into the world. they provided steady, unwavering support during some of the most vulnerable moments of my life, from hands-on comfort measures to constant words of encouragement. each time I had a question or faced a little decision, they were right by my side with knowledge, calm guidance, and reassurance. with Alex and Noa in your corner, you are truly in excellent hands. – k & w
— K W.
working with Noa as my birth doula was one of the best decisions I made throughout my pregnancy and birth journey. She is truly an expert in all things pregnancy and birth, and it’s clear she stays deeply informed on the latest evidence—something that gave me so much trust and confidence in every decision we made together. what sets Noa apart is how she shows up as a listener. she has this incredible ability to help you tune into your own intuition and build confidence in your body. I didn’t just feel “supported”—I felt seen, heard, and genuinely empowered throughout the entire birth prep process. she created such a safe, grounding space for me during my last trimester, the final days of pregnancy, my birth, and even postpartum. because of her, those experiences felt not only manageable, but deeply positive and empowering. I look back on my birth with so much fondness, which is something I don’t take for granted—and I truly believe that’s because of Noa’s calm, steady, and reassuring presence. she also has a unique gift for working with everyone involved. whether it was my partner, hospital staff, or even my mom, she made sure everyone felt included, aligned, and communicating well. that level of cohesion made such a difference in the overall experience. simply put, I would never give birth again without Noa. I genuinely believe anyone would be better off having her in their corner for such a sacred and transformative journey.
— J L.
Noa provided me with virtual doula support throughout my pregnancy, and I truly cannot recommend her enough. From the very beginning, she was a source of knowledge, encouragement, and steady support. She was always available to listen, answer questions, share thoughtful, evidence-based resources, and offer additional information whenever I wanted to dive deeper.
Noa helped me feel confident, informed, and prepared, especially as I was working toward a successful VBAC. I checked in with her after every appointment, and even more frequently in the final weeks as my body prepared for labor.
She was consistently responsive, patient, and willing to talk through anything whether over text or phone. During labor, having her guidance and reassurance (even virtually) was such a comfort. She helped me stay grounded, offered practical suggestions, and reminded me of my goals when I needed it most.
Beyond her knowledge, Noa brings such a positive and calming presence. She knew exactly when to step in with encouragement. Noa goes above and beyond to make sure you feel supported, informed, and truly cared for every step of the way. She is deeply committed to helping you have the birth experience you want, and I am so grateful to have had her by my side. Highly recommend!
— Rori Converse
Noa was an absolute joy to work with leading up to my birth. her calming presence was immediately felt when she walked in—she truly felt like a friend. she is clearly so passionate about her work in the women’s space and deeply invested in sharing her knowledge. during our birth prep meeting, she provided so much valuable information that helped me feel prepared and guided me in making decisions that felt right and comfortable for me, ultimately contributing to a positive and smooth birth experience. I would 1000% recommend her to anyone looking for a birth doula, and we will definitely be using her again for baby #2 someday. – m & b
— Madeline Kasper
Noa is providing me with doulas services throughout my first pregnancy! She filled many roles such as educating me on how doulas can help with the birth process (my goal is an unmedicated birth), strategies to make pregnancy and birth as comfortable and healthy as possible, access to resources such as podcasts, books, and medical care, as well as providing emotional support. Noa has the perfect temperament for doula services in that she is calm, patient, and genuinely interested in her clients' health and well being. She has a unique ability to adapt to provide support and care for my unique and individual needs and questions as well as care for both my mental and physical well being. Hiring a doula was the best decision I made for myself throughout my pregnancy journey- highly recommend!
— Meghan Killinger
Noa was the reason I was able to accomplish my goal of having an unmedicated birth! She provided my partner and me with a private class that covered all the education and techniques we needed to get through the unmedicated birth process. When I went into labor, we were able to easily utilize all the tools Noa taught us to get through. Beyond this, she connected me with another mom who was able to share her experience and other resources with me, which was invaluable. Noa is truly passionate about empowering women and she has had such a huge impact on our family! Any mom who has Noa as part of her journey is incredibly lucky. I’m so grateful for her!
— Natalie Heisel
