Betsy Gough

Newport Beach, California

4.3 (6 reviews)

Betsy Gough

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

After my son's birth, I was reeling from how well my birth journey went. I heard so many horror stories from friends and family about how their birthing days went. I was appalled for them. Most were pushed around by hospital staff, forced into unnecessary c-sections or just completely unaware of what options they had! I became determined to be an advocate for women who want to feel validated and that they can birth the way they choose. I wanted to be able to provide a beautiful experience, to anyone who desired it. Having my son empowered me to help other women have the birth of their dreams. I strive for a smooth, calm process, free from stress, judgement and fear. Whether it be at home, a birth center or hospital, all natural, medicated or planned c-sections, I believe that women should be able to do things their own way. Because each and every woman, birth and baby is different, I take pride in supporting you, however you choose to proceed. Hospitals can get confusing, nurses/OB's can get impatient, let me be your advocate through this journey. Let me help you, do you. Let's birth the way that you want.

Recent review

We’re so glad we had Betsy as our doula for this journey. From the very beginning, she was super friendly, supportive and knowledgeable , sending us all kinds of helpful materials, everything from hospital packing lists to a birth plan template, and natural ways to induce labor. She really helped us feel prepared going into it. During the birth, Betsy was amazing! I had a 52 hour labor and she was there with us through the thick of it, helping with breathing, acupressure, and just keeping us calm and grounded. She made it easier for me to advocate for myself, especially when things didn’t go quite as planned. Her support helped me feel way more confident and in control. She’s also been incredibly helpful postpartum, always checking in and offering guidance and extra help with almost anything when we’ve needed it! Honestly, she’s been such a steady and positive presence through the whole experience. We truly couldn’t have done it without her and can’t recommend her enough! Thanks for helping us bring our beautiful baby Henry into this world! We’re so grateful for you Betsy!

- Lindsay L.

Ashley McIntosh

Newport Beach, California

5.0 (1 review)

Ashley McIntosh

7 years of experience

I am Ashley and I am a certified doula and Certified Professional Midwife. As a doula my main goal with all of my clients is to better educate you on your pregnancy on not only childbirth but the the physiological changes of pregnancy, movements, food, and exercises that heal the common discomforts brought about by those changes. My goal is to help you be your best self in pregnancy so when labor comes you feel confident and strong in the body the brings you your baby and continues to take care of you after that baby grows for the next 18 years.

Recent review

Ashley is incredible! She is kind, nurturing, calm, and beyond supportive. I can't even imagine going through my second pregnancy and delivery without her. She made me feel so supported throughout the entire process, especially towards the end as I passed my due date and felt a lot of anxiety due to my 1st pregnancy trauma. Having Ashley be a part of my journey for my 2nd baby was the best decision I made, and I wish I would have known her during my first! During labor and delivery, she brought me so much comfort and confidence knowing she was there every step of the way and helped support me in decisions when things didn't go to plan. Even with a very tough labor and delivery, she made the experience positive and I am beyond grateful she was there. Without her, it would have not been a good experience based on my experience with the doctors and nurses at the hospital. She is an incredible person and professional, and I couldn't recommend her enough!!

- Tianna S.

Elaine Kopinga

Newport Beach, California

5.0 (1 review)

Elaine Kopinga

17 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Certified Nurse Midwife & Nurse Practitioner specializing in traditional postpartum care. Our team is staffed with experienced lactation, postpartum, and newborn care experts melding old world wisdom with evidenced based care.

Recent review

Elaine and her team are the best! They provide LS so much education and support. Her maternity membership is the amazing, I received so much one on one support during my pregnancy, she is so well connected, I felt like a VIP celebrity!

- Keira F.

Diana Roth

Newport Beach, California

Diana Roth

28 years of experience
Accepts insurances

A calling that has been nurtured for 32 years. I began my career with children as a teenage babysitter. I have been fascinated by child development since I was little more than a child myself. Arriving in the USA in 1991 from Barranquilla, Colombia I was immediately employed by Universal Studios Child Care Center. This experience offered a wide range of infants to care for and deepened my desire to advance in my calling as a childcare specialist. It was in my interactions with various parents that I soon realized how what came naturally to me was frightening to some. In a very short time, parents were asking me to provide services outside of the care center. I was helping with establishing baby sleep schedules, nighttime care and creating baby routines for families. In 1998 I had met my birthing doula trainer and mentor Carmen of Gyntle Touch Birth. At Carmen’s recommendation I also became a certified massage therapist from Touch Therapy Institute. Immediately I offered my time as a birthing and prenatal doula to help low-income unwed mothers. This was my way of giving back in gratitude of my being able to pursue my life’s purpose and obtain a vast amount of experience with a diverse group of mothers. Over the last 32 years I have worked with hundreds of families, from birthing babies, preparing hospital care routines and directives, setting up nursery supplies, prenatal doula, lactation coach, night care, postpartum care, pregnancy and baby massage. Along the way I married and was blessed to deliver my own two children, with my mentor Carmen presiding as my birthing doula. A not so well-kept secret is that my husband and I are gourmet chefs, an additional service many families are excited to have made available to them. I consider myself truly blessed in that I am able to share in the most important part of a family. Incredibly, many of the children I have had a hand in raising continue to contact me throughout their life. I have had the wonderfully good fortune to attend many, confirmations, bar & bat mitzvahs, graduations from elementary, Jr. High, High School, College and recently my first Graduate school ceremony. I respect privacy and discretion, am able to travel, provide meal preparation and offer household management services.

Sharon Jensen-Cody

Thousand Oaks, California

5.0 (9 reviews)

Sharon Jensen-Cody

3 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello there! My name is Sharon Jensen-Cody, and I'm thrilled to connect with you here. In my world, I share my life with my wonderful husband and our 2 kids who fill our days with joy and surprises. My journey into the world of birth-work stems from a deep-rooted passion for pregnancy and childbirth that took hold of me at a young age. The pivotal moment came when I witnessed my sister giving birth when I was just 17. The duality of the experience, both challenging and profoundly beautiful, left an indelible mark on me. My mission as a DONA trained Birth Doula is rooted in empowering women to shape their birth experiences according to their desires. I am dedicated to championing maternal-fetal health and providing unwavering support to women as they embark on one of life's most incredible journeys. I am here to walk alongside you, offering mental, emotional, and physical guidance to make your birth journey a truly empowering and memorable one. I am also a certified pediatric sleep consultant, passionate about teaching families how to gain restorative sleep with their little ones. I look forward to the privilege of being a part of your birth story and helping you navigate this extraordinary time in your life.

Recent review

Working with Sharon was one of the most reassuring parts of our entire birth experience. From the very beginning, her communication style put us at ease. She paid close attention to the details of our birth plan and made sure our preferences were understood and respected throughout the process. One thing we especially appreciated was her flexibility around when to join us at the hospital. She checked in often, helped us navigate the early stages from afar, and arrived right when we entered active labor. From that moment on, her presence made a noticeable difference. She helped lower our stress, and we trusted her implicitly in how she advocated for us with the nursing staff. Her strong rapport with the team at Woodland Hills Kaiser Permanente made everything feel that much smoother. Sharon’s depth of experience came through in every interaction. She was calm when we needed calm, confident when we needed guidance, and always focused on making sure we felt supported. We’re incredibly grateful for her and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to any family looking for a doula who is both highly skilled and genuinely compassionate. 10 out of 10 would highly recommend.

- Anke and gabe W.

Cooings Care

Irvine, California

5.0 (1 review)

Cooings Care

11 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Cooings Care is a wraparound maternal healthcare company. We offer comprehensive and professional doula and lactation support services. Our team is dedicated to providing each patient with a comfortable, joyful, and reassuring experience through professional knowledge and attentive care.

Recent review

As a first-time mom without family nearby, I was overwhelmed, but Cooings made my postpartum journey smooth, supported, and even joyful. They matched me with an amazing postpartum doula who took care of both me and my baby with profession, warmth, and deep cultural understanding. From breastfeeding support to postpartum meals, emotional care, and even helping me sleep better, the service was above and beyond. I loved that everything was organized, timely, and truly focused on what mothers need. If you’re looking for trusted, respectful, and expert postpartum care, especially with an Asian cultural foundation, this is the place to go!

- Julia M.

Lina Badwan

Irvine, California

Lina Badwan

4 years of experience

Hi! I’m Lina a birth doula of two years with 30+ birth experience. I would love the opportunity to support you and your family and be apart your journey!

Stacy Soria

Fontana, California

Stacy Soria

7 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi, I’m Stacy Soria, a certified birth doula and the heart behind My Safe Place Birth Coach. I’m a mama of four boys each with their own unique birth story and I’ve walked the journey of both breastfeeding and exclusive pumping. Those personal experiences, along with my deep passion for birthwork, led me to support other women in one of the most powerful moments of their lives. As a doula, my mission is to help you feel safe, seen, and supported—whether you’re planning a hospital birth, a VBAC, a water birth, or something in between. I believe birth is not just about bringing a baby into the world, but about bringing you into your power as a mother. I serve families with love, advocacy, and grounded education, and I walk beside you through it all your fears, your choices, your voice. Your birth story matters. Your body knows what to do. And I’m here to help you trust that every step of the way. 💛 Let’s build the birth experience you deserve. @mysafeplacebirthcoach | www.mysafeplacebirthcoach.com/website

Mary Skinner

Thousand Oaks, California

5.0 (1 review)

Mary Skinner

5 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I’m a mother of 3 amazing children, I’m a holistic birth and postpartum doula. I’m a lifetime yogi. I combine my 2 worlds of yoga and meditation with the birth world to help create a peaceful birth experience. I teach prenatal yoga and sound baths as well. I own Lotus Doula tribe, which is a collective of mothers supporting mothers. With every type of service a mom could ever need to feel supported throughout the birth process.

Recent review

I cannot say enough amazing things about Mary and Lotus Doula Tribe. Having her by my side through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum was honestly a God send. Even though I ultimately needed a C-section, she still showed up for me in more ways than I can count. Her presence, support, love and wisdom were monumental in my recovery, and I know we are so blessed to have had her by our side. She held space for me, reminded me of my strength, and helped me navigate decisions with confidence. Her calm, grounding energy was such a gift to our whole family. I’m endlessly grateful for her role in my journey and couldn’t imagine doing it without her. If you’re looking for someone who truly cares and will walk alongside you every step of the way, Mary is the one. 💛

- Ariana J.

Sounisra Reid

Riverside, California

5.0 (9 reviews)

Sounisra Reid

2 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello and welcome! My name is Sounisra Reid, and I’m the doula behind Doula Te-Ruk. I support families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period with a calm, caring, and hands-on approach. I am trained through Sankofa Birthworkers Collective and Ground Beginnings BIPOC Community Doula Training. I also offer placenta encapsulation and prenatal massage to help parents feel cared for during their journey. I speak both English and Thai, and I love supporting Thai-speaking families who want comfort in their own language. My goal is to make you feel safe, confident, and supported, whether it’s your first baby or your fifth. I believe every family deserves personalized care, gentle guidance, and someone who truly listens. I look forward to meeting you and being part of your beautiful birth experience.

Recent review

Having Pearl by my side was such a blessing. She guided me through the hardest moments, gave me tools that actually worked, and made me feel truly cared for. I can’t imagine doing it without her.

- Jiraphorn R.

Chantal Enriquez

Riverside, California

5.0 (2 reviews)

Chantal Enriquez

3 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello, beautiful families — my name is Chantal Enriquez, founder of Sacred Village Doulas. I am a full-spectrum doula proudly serving families throughout Riverside, San Bernardino, Los Angeles, and San Diego Counties. My work is rooted in compassion, cultural awareness, and the belief that every birthing person deserves to feel seen, supported, and empowered through every stage of their journey. With experience in birth centers, hospitals, and home settings, I provide nurturing care that honors your unique preferences, traditions, and birth vision. I also offer placenta encapsulation, postpartum support, belly binding, lactation guidance, and wellness education to help you transition smoothly into parenthood. As a doula, I combine evidence-based knowledge with intuitive, heart-centered care — supporting your mind, body, and spirit during pregnancy, birth, and beyond. I’m also a Spinning Babies-trained doula, Lactation Specialist Certified, ensuring families receive comprehensive, well-rounded support. My mission through Sacred Village Doulas is to remind families that birth is sacred, strength is inherited, and you are never alone on this journey. If you’re seeking a grounded, culturally sensitive, and empowering experience, I would love to walk beside you as your doula. 🌸 Let’s build your village together.

Recent review

Working with Doula Chantal was one of the best decisions I made during my pregnancy and postpartum journey. From the moment we first connected, she made me feel completely supported, informed, and cared for. Throughout my pregnancy, Chantal provided so much knowledge and reassurance, helping me feel confident and calm as I prepared for birth. During labor, she was an incredible source of comfort, gentle, attentive, and so in tune with what I needed, often before I even had to ask. Her presence helped create a peaceful and empowering environment that allowed me to focus and trust my body. After birth, Doula Chantal continued to check in and offer guidance, helping me navigate everything from breastfeeding to postpartum recovery with patience and compassion. It truly felt like having a knowledgeable friend by my side through every step. 10/10 would recommend her!!!

- Nyla H.

Amanda McNair-Robinson

Riverside, California

Amanda McNair-Robinson

10 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Amanda G Doula Services Birth and Postpartum Services Placenta Encapsulation Prenatal and Parent&Me Yoga Instructor I am so honored to do this work. I am here to guide you through the journey of pregnancy, birth, and motherhood. Birth is a sacred ceremony. Whether you choose to birth in a hospital, birth center or at home, each is beautiful and deserving of celebration. As your doula, I believe in your vision, I trust in your strength, and I remind you of the power within you that has been passed down from generation to generation.

Monica Mayer

Thousand Oaks, California

Monica Mayer

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Welcome! I am a dedicated birth and postpartum Doula, committed to meeting you exactly where you are in your unique birth journey. With a passion for providing personalized support and guidance, I am here to accompany and empower you every step of the way.

Jen Ballew

Laguna Beach, California

5.0 (2 reviews)

Jen Ballew

11 years of experience

I’m Jen Ballew, a birth and postpartum practitioner with over a decade of experience supporting families through the sacred threshold of bringing new life into the world. I believe birth is not just a physical event—it’s a profound rite of passage that deserves reverence, preparation, and care. My work blends somatic wisdom, trauma-informed support, and a deep respect for each family’s unique path. I guide parents in reconnecting with their inner knowing, understanding their options, and approaching both birth and postpartum with clarity, confidence, and trust. As the founder of The Parenthood Project, I’ve created a holistic framework that weaves together evidence-based education, nervous system regulation, and community-centered care. My postpartum support is especially focused on helping parents recover in body and spirit, adjust to new rhythms, and feel truly nurtured in the early weeks and months after birth. From emotional processing and newborn care guidance to sleep support and somatic healing practices, I hold space for the full spectrum of this tender transition. You don’t have to do this alone—this journey is meant to be witnessed, honored, and held.

Recent review

Jen was the most incredible experience of my birth, no exaggeration. Her guidance, support, understanding and kindness rooted the foundation of my birth experience in love. Despite my birth not going the way I envisioned, Jen stood by me as my advocate and partner. I'm so grateful for her and I can't speak highly enough about her professionalism and dedication to birth and motherhood.

- Jessica G.

Joselyn Castellanos

Laguna Hills, California

Joselyn Castellanos

6 years of experience

Hello! I’m Joselyn, a proud mom who chose home births for my two little ones. Let's look back at my life before motherhood when the idea of childbirth intimidated me more than anything, thanks to all those stories and dramatic TV shows with women screaming their heads off in the delivery room. When I became pregnant with my daughter back in 2020, I dove into research, preparing my mind, body, and spirit for a positive birth—but I completely overlooked planning for postpartum and felt quite overwhelmed. Wanting to enhance my skills, I completed a 112-hour training with Bebo Mia Inc. and became certified with Pro Doula to become a full-spectrum doula. My journey also led me to explore the rich traditions of Mexican indigenous birth and postpartum practices, allowing me to honor my heritage while expanding my knowledge.

Marr Robinson

Hesperia, California

5.0 (1 review)

Marr Robinson

3 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am a traveling prenatal and postnatal Doula providing services in San Bernardino Riverside, San Diego, and Los Angeles counties in Southern California. I believe that every person needs and deserves support during the transition into parenthood and I am here to hold space and care for you in the time before and after birth. I am dedicated to ensuring that you feel seen, heard, and cared for during that transition so you can approach your role as a new parent with confidence and a deep sense of self-trust.

Recent review

Marr is the best doula! She provided the best experience. She scheduled appointments through zoom, even came to my Obgyn appointment, came home after delivery. She was always in touch via messages, answering my questions. She was helpful with lots of information such as yoga exercises, breathing techniques. She guided me during contractions through messages as well. And she did her best at the hospital itself. I felt so heard when she was there for me. She was like a relative and a medical worker at the same time. Without her help I couldn’t breathe even. I felt her support entirely. Thank you so so much I love you

- Ayagoz A.

Melanie Smith

Aliso Viejo, California

Melanie Smith

13 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello, My name is Melanie, and I have been proudly supporting my community as a birth and postpartum doula, as well as a lactation counselor, for over 10 years. As a birth doula, my primary concern is to ensure you are informed of your options at all times and feel safe in your birth space. I enjoy working collaboratively with care teams and focus my efforts on achieving your goals for birth. It’s important to me to get to know you and your partner well, understanding your expectations of birth, each other, and me as your doula. My postpartum practice centers on the care of new mothers through nutrition support, postpartum bodywork (including massage, abdominal binding, and warming practices), lactation and feeding support, newborn education, and practical household assistance, including sibling and partner support. Please reach out for a complimentary consultation. I look forward to connecting with you! Warm regards, Melanie

Karen Fields

Aliso Viejo, California

Karen Fields

11 years of experience

As a birth doula, I strongly believe that every woman should have the birth she envisions. I am committed to providing you with unconditional support and advocacy throughout this miraculous journey. I support all families in all environments from home births to cesareans thru nurture, empowerment, and education. My goal is to show all women and their families the beauty and ease as you transition to motherhood. I am blessed to help families greet labor with knowledge, trust, and love.

Samantha Regis

Victorville, California

Samantha Regis

3 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Birth and babies are my passions. I started the journey to becoming a birth doula shortly after having my second baby, Colton. My first and second births were completely night and day. My first baby, Caleb, was an incredibly long and strenuous labor; a total of 72 hours. With my second, however, I was only in labor for a total of 25 hours, which still is very long, but not by comparison. I owe a lot of that to my amazing birth team I had for my second birth, which included a midwife and doula support, and the education I gained throughout my pregnancy on how to prepare my body for birth. I believe in a holistic approach to birth. I don't think birth should be treated as a medical emergency until proven that it needs to be. Birth is a natural, beautiful thing, and while modern medicine absolutely has its place, I don't think it automatically belongs in every birth space. That said, I support every way to give birth, because in the end you're the only one in control. If you want an epidural, membrane sweep, Pitocin, all the drugs, I will absolutely support your decision. Or if you want to deny all cervical checks, do intermittent monitoring, and have your baby in the tub, that's great by me too! My priority as your doula would be to give you access to all the information you need to make well informed choices and give you the support you need to make your birth experience exactly what you want

Lingxiao Zheng

Laguna Beach, California

Lingxiao Zheng

14 years of experience

I provide tailor made nanny, NCS and doula services. I am also approved by Carrot registry so I could help carrot beneficiary go through Carrot reimbursement. I have been in this business for 13 years. I am a DONA International Certified Postpartum Doula and Certified Birth Doula for 7 years, provided services to different American families. I am also a Certified Lactation Counselor with 13 years experiences, provided services to more than 1000 families, helping them solve their breast and lactation problems, and achieve all kinds of breastfeeding goals. I am also a California Certified massage therapist so I could provide lactation services with massage which could solve problems that counseling won’t achieve. I could also give excellent postpartum recovery massage services, helping postpartum moms heal faster; and infant massage services to help newborns sleep better, relieve gas better and burp better, which could provide in-depth services through my extended services. In a word, I could make both mom and baby live a much better life. If you are interested please call me by 1-626-295-3727