Birth & Postpartum Doulas Near Me in Palo Alto, CA
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Average rating from 600 reviews
311
Doula providers near Palo Alto
166
Families requested a doula nearby in the last 90 days
62%
Accept insurance
From providers and requests on Bornbir. Updated November 2026.
Doula rates near Palo Alto
Prices doulas list on Bornbir · November 2026
Packages
Flat rate · typical $500–$2,500
Hourly rate
Per hour · typical $50–$70
Based on 664 package prices from 287 doulas listed on Bornbir within 150 miles of Palo Alto, CA.
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Doula rates near Palo Alto
Doulas set their own prices on Bornbir. Birth support is usually sold as a flat package, while postpartum care at home is usually billed by the hour.
Packages
Flat rateHourly rate
Per hourBased on 664 package prices from 287 doulas listed on Bornbir within 150 miles of Palo Alto, CA. Typical range is the middle 50% of prices. Updated November 2026.
Recent doula reviews near Palo Alto
600 reviews of 311 doulas
To any family considering a night doula, hiring Lidiane was the best decision we made when we became first time parents. Welcoming newborn twin daughters is overwhelming enough, but having to navigate the first three months without Lidiane's support, expertise and care would have changed the trajectory of our journey. From the very first night, Lidiane brought an immediate sense of calm, safety, and relief to our home. She handled double feedings, soothing, and much more with total expertise, grace, and patience while prioritzing caring for us as first time parents going through an already overwhelming period with twins. Knowing my girls were in such capable, loving hands allowed me to actually rest and focus on getting better during a few illnesses early on postpartum, which I couldn't have done without her. She didn't just care for our babies—she cared for our entire family during one of our most important life chapters. We will forever be grateful for her warmth, reliability, and the peace of mind she gave us every single night. We couldn't recommend Lidiane more highly if you are preparing to welcome a newborn.
— Sarah, review of Lidiane de Oliveira Santos
I highly recommend Dainara! She is such a caring, compassionate and dedicated doula. Her warmth, patience and knowledge make you feel supported, comfortable and confident throughout the journey. She truly has a gift for making people feel heard, respected and cared for. You can tell how much she loves what she does and how genuinely committed she is to supporting families. Anyone would be lucky to have her by their side during such a special and important time in life!
— Thami S., review of Dainara Santos Lima
honestly don’t even know where to begin because words cannot express how grateful I am for Peaceful Passages Birthing Support Center. As a first-time mom, I was excited about having my baby, but I was also terrified of labor and delivery. I had so many questions, fears, and moments when I doubted myself. From our very first conversation, I knew I had found the right team. My doula was absolutely AMAZING! She was patient, compassionate, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about me and my baby. I never felt like just another client. She checked on me throughout my pregnancy, answered my endless questions, and helped me feel prepared for something I had never experienced before. But it was during my labor that I truly realized how blessed I was to have her. There were moments when I felt like I couldn’t do it anymore. She never left my side. She held my hand, helped me breathe through contractions, applied counterpressure, encouraged me, and reminded me how strong I was. When things became overwhelming, she was my calm in the middle of everything. She was also incredible with my husband. She guided him on how to support me and made sure he felt included in the entire experience. What really stood out was how knowledgeable and professional she was with the nurses and doctors. She helped me understand my options, encouraged me to ask questions, and made sure I felt heard without ever making me feel pressured. After my baby arrived, the support didn’t just stop. She continued checking on us and making sure I was doing okay physically and emotionally. I genuinely believe my birth experience would have been completely different without Peaceful Passages. This wasn’t just a doula showing up to do a job. This was someone who genuinely cared about me, my baby, and my entire birth experience. If you’re pregnant and wondering whether hiring a doula is worth it, PLEASE do yourself a favor and contact Peaceful Passages Birthing Support Center. I would choose them a thousand times over. They gave me something I will cherish forever: a birth experience where I felt safe, supported, empowered, and never alone.
— Veronica R., review of Joanne Gomez BSN, RN, CD, CCE, CLE
Hospitals for giving birth near Palo Alto
The nearest hospitals to Palo Alto, CA with the CMS Birthing-Friendly designation, within 20 miles. If you plan a hospital birth, ask the doulas you talk to which of these they have supported births at.
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Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Redwood City
Redwood City · 5.5 mi away
CMS rating 4/5
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El Camino Health
Mountain View · 6.1 mi away
CMS rating 4/5
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Sequoia Hospital
Redwood City · 6.7 mi away
CMS rating 5/5
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Kaiser Foundation Hospital-Santa Clara
Santa Clara · 10.8 mi away
CMS rating 2/5
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Washington Hospital
Fremont · 12.0 mi away
CMS rating 2/5
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