Night Nannies & Night Nurses Near Me in Palo Alto, CA

Hello! My name is Heily, and I am a compassionate postpartum and birth doula dedicated to helping families feel supported, confident, and cared for during one of the most meaningful transitions in their lives. I truly believe every family deserves to feel heard, respected, and never alone. My goal is to create a calm, nurturing environment where parents can rest, recover, ask questions, and gain confidence as they care for their newborn. I provide evidence-based support while honoring each family’s unique values and preferences, offering practical help, emotional encouragement, newborn care, feeding support, and a listening ear. It is a privilege to walk alongside families during this special season, and I strive to make every parent feel safe, empowered, and supported every step of the way.

Hello! My name is Marli Martins, and I’m a Certified Postpartum Doula with over 15 years of experience in childcare, massage therapy, and nursing. I hold multiple degrees in Early Childhood Education, Nursing, and Massage Therapy, and I’m passionate about helping families feel supported and confident during the postpartum journey. I specialize in emotional and physical support, breastfeeding and lactation care, and newborn care education. I believe that with the right guidance and gentle encouragement, the early days with a new baby can be peaceful and empowering for every family. I speak Portuguese and English (and some Spanish), and I strive to create a warm, organized, and judgment-free space for every parent I work with.

Hello! My name is Laila, and I am a postpartum doula serving the Bay Area, California. I have a deep passion for supporting families during the postpartum period, offering emotional support, practical guidance, and attentive care tailored to the needs of both mother and baby. I believe in respectful, empathetic, and personalized support, helping families feel safe, confident, and well cared for during this important transition. In my free time, I enjoy exploring California’s nature by going hiking with my husband, which helps me recharge and maintain balance so I can provide even more present and compassionate care to the families I support. It would be a pleasure to be part of the Bornbir community and to contribute with love, responsibility, and dedication.

Community-Based Full-Spectrum Doula, CHW & CLE | Advocate | Mother | Grandmother Rooted in Love. Grounded in Service. Called to Birthwork. My name is Natasha Pulliam I am a San Francisco native, proud mother of five, and grandmother to two beautiful children both of whom I have had the honor of supporting as a doula during their births. My journey into birthwork is deeply personal, generational, and spirit-led. I am dedicated to supporting birthing people of color achieve the birth they desire through culturally-grounded, holistic, and empowering care. From a young age, I was immersed in the spirit of holistic healing and service, assisting my aunt in community organizing and witnessing my great grandmother heal many with herbs throughout San Francisco. My early exposure to advocacy, healing and grassroots support laid the foundation for a lifelong commitment to uplifting and supporting as many people as I can.

Hey, I’m Sarah! A boy mom, doula, birth photographer, and student midwife. Birth is much more than a physical event, it is also an emotional, mental, spiritual and communal experience. I believe completely surrendering to birth is a positive choice to embrace the unknown, trust your body and to follow your deepest instincts as a mother. My passion is to help you achieve the birth of your dreams by feeling strong, supported, and in control. I feel at home in this work and I can’t wait to be a part of your unique journey and to empower, inform, and support you through it all.

Hello, I’m Fabiola—a mother of four and proud grandmother of two sweet baby boys. I am a certified Doula, with a master’s degree in East-West Psychology, along with certifications in Ecopsychology and Resilience Leadership from the California Institute of Integral Studies. I am a retired medical social worker, with more than 20 years of experience in the healthcare field. While I had the opportunity to work in many areas of the hospital, the most meaningful and rewarding part of my career was supporting expectant mothers in OBGYN, labor and delivery, and postpartum care. In 2023, I founded my doula practice as a way to bring together my professional experience, educational background, and integrative approach to maternal wellness. My work is centered on supporting the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum journey.

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.

Hi, my name is Gabriela. I’m a certified birth and postpartum doula, and newborn sleep specialist. Based in Vallejo Ca, and serving most of the Bay Area. As your doula I will share information, experiences, get to know your, provide emotional support so you can feel secure during pregnancy and postpartum. I help you understand a little more about what to expect from childbirth, giving you information that will help you make the best choices for you and your baby. Newborn care, and breastfeeding is also part of the things we will practice and talk about during our pre natal visits. I’d love to share more about my experiences with you, so please feel free to message me here or over email. Let’s make your birth and postpartum experience more positive together.

Hi, my name is Shakti, I'm a certified birth & postpartum doula, and also a certified yoga teacher (prenatal, postnatal...), and a healer / Ayurvedic practitioner, specializing in bodywork and h traditional healing & rejuvenation therapies. I love working with my hands, herbs, crystals, energies and other gifts mama nature provides. From the caring lens of Ayurveda I view pregnancy, birth and motherhood as a very sacred time of life deserving much respect, nurturing and care of the mind, body and spirit.I also believe in the profound wisdom and power of woman's body to give birth naturally and peacefully trusting her inner guidance. I'm rejoice with of the role of mama's supportive partner and their profound positive impact of her birth experience. Nurturing & rejuenation postpartum is extremely important, as the level of healing and recovery in the 'fourth trimester' is to impact many years to come. My intent is not only co-creating a positive, memorable birth experience, but wellness, happiness and harmony within all stages of parenthood. Besides standard care I offer many sacred rituals and ceremonies to make this stage of life even more special, and to deepen the healing aspect at all levels (if desired). I love working hard to prepare you and support you so you can have the birth of your dreams! I love supporting you in the weeks postpartum, helping to create magical healing sanctuary where you can rest, recover and deeply bond with your baby. I spend a lot of time in nature, especially in water. I love to swim in the bay and dip in local streams, talk to trees, admire the beauty of flowers. I enjoy working with my hands and heart. Besides healing touch to people I love to ride & massage horses, forage for wild herbs and make potions and medicines, dance, sing, paint, play my keyboard, and write (including children books). I love the work I do, and I love to spend time with my family I'm excited to be back in the doula world after several years of working 'behind the scenes'. I'm a mama of two grown children and one new baby grandchild.

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.

I believe every birthing person should have the right to a trauma free birth experience, where their beliefs, values and goals are heard and respected. Birthing bodies are powerful. My goal as a doula is to remind you of the power you hold. I have worked in the medical field for 13 years as a Certified Medical Assistant, Lead Medical Assistant Instructor, recently completed my Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration and gained Certification as a Birth and Postpartum Doula. I am a very motivated and determined person. As a dedicated mother and proud African American woman, my heart is deeply rooted in the wellbeing of our community. The glaring disparities in maternal health that disproportionately affect women of color are not just statistics to me; they are urgent calls to action that resonate with my own experiences and those of my loved ones. I am committed to leveraging my knowledge, resources, and voice to initiate and support sustainable changes within the healthcare system. My goal is to ensure that equitable, high-quality maternal care is not a privilege, but a standard afforded to all mothers, regardless of their socioeconomic status. Through community outreach, advocacy, and education, I strive to contribute to a world where maternal mortality in underserved communities is not a grim expectation but a rare exception. My mission is to fight for a future where every mother’s life is given the value it unequivocally deserves.

MA’s Helping Hands provides you with a mother/daughter doula team that has a combined total of over 50 years experience working with women, their babies and their families during pregnancy, labor/delivery and through the postpartum period.

Hello! My name is Xiaoyan (Shirley) Shi. I am a professional nanny with over 5 years of experience caring for children from newborn to age 6. I have worked for wonderful families in Hawaii, Washington, Beverly Hills, and Palo Alto, specializing in newborn and infant care. I am especially experienced with overnight care: night feedings, soothing, and sleep training. I am a light sleeper and stay attentive all night while following safe sleep practices. I am a Certified Postpartum Doula, hold current Red Cross Adult and Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification, and am a certified Senior Childcare Specialist. I also teach Mandarin Chinese to children (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) and love cooking nutritious meals and baby food. Families describe me as warm, patient, reliable, and calm — especially during those 3 a.m. wake-ups. I would love to support your family! Night shifts are up to 8 hours per night, scheduled between 10 PM and 8 AM, at $50-$60 per hour. I can help babies learn to fall asleep independently with gentle sleep-training methods.

Hello! My name is Anna Gonzaga, and I am a Certified Postpartum Doula and Newborn Care Specialist based in the San Francisco Bay Area. I have more than 6 years of experience caring for newborns, infants, and young children, beginning as an Au Pair and continuing as a nanny, night nanny, and postpartum support provider. My philosophy is to provide compassionate, judgment-free support that helps families feel confident and well-rested during the transition into parenthood. I believe every family is unique, and I strive to meet parents where they are by offering practical newborn care, emotional support, feeding guidance, healthy sleep habits, and a calm, nurturing presence. I am passionate about infant development and enjoy helping babies thrive through responsive care, age-appropriate activities, and consistent routines. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where both parents and babies can flourish. I look forward to partnering with families and helping make the postpartum experience smoother, more enjoyable, and less overwhelming. Certifications: • Certified Postpartum Doula (ProDoula) • Certified Newborn Care Specialist (Newborn Care Solutions) • Infant, Child & Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

About Me My name is Gabriela Giacomini, and I am a postpartum doula with over 8 years of experience caring for babies and 2 years of dedicated postpartum doula support. I provide compassionate, personalized care that respects each family’s values, needs, and pace, helping parents feel supported and confident as they adjust to life with their newborn. My Philosophy I believe postpartum care is essential for healing, bonding, and emotional well-being. My approach combines emotional support, practical guidance, and evidence-based education, always honoring parental intuition and informed choice. My goal is to nurture both baby and parents, creating a calm and supportive postpartum experience.

Hi I'm Tatiana . I would be happy to help. I come from a medical background and a large part of my work includes lactation and breastfeeding education(pumping, triple feeding, paced bottle feeding etc.)newborn and maternal care. If you're a first time parent or starting over, I will teach you how to care for your baby :) I am comfortable with both cats and dogs! I'm actively seeking clients with newborns from ages 0- 6 weeks old I look forward to hearing from you!

Hi, I’m Priscila, a Postpartum Doula and Newborn Care Specialist with over 7 years of experience supporting families through the early weeks and months after birth. I provide calm, nurturing, and evidence-based care during daytime, overnight, and 24/7 shifts, always honoring each family’s values and parenting goals. My approach is family-led, baby-centered, culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, and non-judgmental. I support singletons and twins, help navigate feeding challenges, and gently establish healthy newborn rhythms while prioritizing rest, recovery, and confidence for parents. I’m ProDoula-certified, trained in breastfeeding education and Infant CPR & First Aid, TrustLine approved, fully insured, Carrot-approved, and fluent in English and Portuguese. Above all, I believe the early postpartum days matter deeply, and it’s an honor to be a steady, compassionate presence during such a tender and transformative time.

LI WAN LIN (JUDY LIN) Professional Nanny | Newborn & Postpartum Care Specialist | Family Assistant San Francisco Bay Area, CA • Available after December 7, 2026 PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Childcare professional with 22+ years of nanny experience and 10+ years of newborn and postpartum support. Experienced in live-in newborn care, infant routines, breastfeeding support, age-appropriate development, Mandarin enrichment, and family meal preparation. Previous experience as a preschool teacher and Mandarin/art instructor. CORE SKILLS Newborn & infant care • Postpartum meal preparation • Breastfeeding assistance • Feeding, burping & soothing • Sleep routines • Diapering & hygiene • Developmental play • Mandarin language enrichment • Storytelling & reading • Toddler care • Family assistance • Child-related laundry & organization

Hi, I’m Pamela. I’m a postpartum doula. As a doula, I provide personalized support to individuals and families throughout their postpartum journey. With almost a decade of experience in newborn, toddler, and child care, and more than two years as a certified postpartum doula, I prioritize empathy, empowerment, and individualized care.

My name is Amanda Barros, and I am a Certified Newborn care and Postpartum Doula located in SF Bay Area, California. As a 30 year old Brazilian, I have always had a passion for working with children. This passion led me to become a doula, as I believe in providing compassionate and empowering support to mothers during such an important and special time in their lives. I understand that every mother deserves the utmost care and support, which is why I specialize in postpartum doula care. My goal is to make your postpartum journey as smooth and fulfilling as possible. Whether you need sleep support, breastfeeding guidance, postpartum recovery assistance, newborn care education, or emotional support, I am here to provide it all.