Birth & Postpartum Doulas Near Me in Pleasanton, CA

Hello, My name is Arnita, while I live in Contra Costa County, I provide Doula services throughout the Bay Area, including Alameda, Solano,and Napa counties and of course Contra Costa. I became a Doula to advocate for individuals and families, in all the ways that we make family_ singe parent, LGBTQI, People of Color and other marginalized communities. to have a birth experience that truly aligns with their wishes—free from pressure and guided by informed, compassionate support.

Hello! My name is Stephanie and I am a birth doula in servicing the Contra Costa area. I support all types of births in any location. Please feel free to reach out to schedule a free meeting, or visit my website to find more information on my services.

Choosing care with Aquarius Midwifery means choosing a pathway that prioritizes your autonomy and respects your choices. Whether you seek care from a midwife because you envision a serene home birth surrounded by loved ones or you desire more support in postpartum that extends beyond birth, we are dedicated to empowering you throughout this transformative journey. Together, let’s create a birth experience that is safe, joyful, and profoundly meaningful.

Full-time Mandarin nanny available Hi families! Warm, reliable, and highly experienced native Mandarin-speaking nanny(me) looking for a full-time position starting January2026. About me: Native Mandarin & English 6+ years professional childcare experience (former teacher + LA nanny/babysitter/tutor) Especially passionate about natural Mandarin immersion & early education Infant specialist (bottle feeding, developmental milestones, baby massage) ✓ Especially passionate about natural Mandarin immersion & early education ✓ Infant specialist (bottle feeding, developmassage) ✓ CPR + Doula ✓ Fully vaccinated (TDAP, flu shot) ✓ Stories&tummy time & , park outing related ✓ Bachelor's degree in School Stories&tummy time & , park outings, appointments

My name is Caroline Mugwe, and I am a caring postpartum night doula dedicated to supporting families during the overnight hours. I provide calm, reliable newborn care so parents can rest and recover with peace of mind. My support includes feeding assistance, diaper changes, soothing techniques, and gentle sleep support throughout the night. I strive to create a safe, nurturing environment that helps families feel supported, confident, and well-rested during the postpartum period.

Hello! I'm Naoko. I am a licensed midwife from Japan, a birth and postpartum doula, and a mother of four. Before moving to the United States, I attended more than 1,500 births as a midwife in Japan. Over the past 10+ years in the San Francisco Bay Area, I have supported more than 500 births as a doula. I believe every family deserves compassionate, evidence-based, and personalized support, whether they are planning an unmedicated birth, epidural, induction, VBAC, or cesarean birth. As both a midwife and a doula, I combine medical knowledge with continuous emotional and physical support. I also offer childbirth education, breastfeeding guidance, prenatal yoga classes for my clients, and bilingual support in English and Japanese. My goal is to help every family feel informed, confident, and empowered while creating a positive birth experience that they will remember for the rest of their lives.

Hi, I’m Alice, a compassionate and courageous Doula, offering both birth and postpartum services. Education and information are my focus, as I work to empower birthing families to build the confidence needed for a meaningful and peaceful birth experience. I am a birth ambassador, and an expert in physiological birth. I value science and evidence-based practices, autonomy, personal responsibility, individualized care and respectful parenting. I enjoy supporting families in developing a birth plan aligned with their values, teaching and providing comforting touch, and working with partners, siblings, and multigenerational families.

I have 10 years of postpartum care experience in China, specializing in preparing nutritious meals and assisting mothers with recovery. Extensive experience in newborn care, including twins and premature infants. Gentle, easy-going personality with an organized approach to work. Available for both daytime and nighttime postpartum services.

My role as a birth doula is to create a safe space and empower all birthing persons to have a positive birth experience. I greatly enjoy working as a team with the birthing person, partner and caregivers.

Parents: please share your EDD & contact info in the message body 🙏🏾 Birth doula of 13 years. This is my calling in life to be of service to labor/birth. I’m very grateful to have this as my service in this lifetime and believe every new life is a gift to be honored with care, love and respect for the process. Trained in techniques that encourage optimal fetal positioning by finding balance in the body (more comfort during pregnancy as well as labor/birth) optimal positioning helps labor be more comfortable, increasing odds of a efficient and smoother vaginal birth. I share these techniques with my clients in the third trimester to decrease the use of interventions & prevent trauma. Also practicing placenta encapsulation and massage therapy at Full Moon Birth & Family Wellness Center.

In 2014, after having my own home birth with a midwife, I knew that I wanted to help expectant families have that same empowered and supported birthing experience that I did. I am dedicated to making sure that you and your partner feel like you have the skills you need to have the most positive birth experience as possible. I love to explore and research ways to provide you with continuous support, and use evidence based information so that you can make educated decisions during your pregnancy, birth, and into postpartum. I support families all throughout the following areas: South Bay, Peninsula, San Francisco, and East Bay. I am 100% vaccinated and boosted.

Hi, my name is Katelyn, and I’m a certified Full-Spectrum doula. I have experience supporting families through VBAC, high-risk pregnancies, and IVF journeys. I believe that every birth story is unique, and my role is to provide steady, compassionate support—emotionally, physically, and informationally—through each step of the process. My background includes working closely with clients navigating complex or medically supported births, and I’m deeply committed to creating a calm, empowering space where families feel safe, heard, and in control of their choices. Whether you’re preparing for a vaginal birth after cesarean, managing a high-risk pregnancy, welcoming a baby after fertility treatment, or have a generally "normal" pregnancy, I’m here to walk beside you with care and confidence. It’s an honor to support families during such a transformative time, and I’m grateful to be part of this work.

I am a CAPPA-certified postpartum doula with extensive experience supporting families during the postpartum period. My approach is calm, gentle, and evidence-based, offering practical support with newborn care, feeding, recovery, and helping parents feel confident in the early weeks. I’m here to create a nurturing, peaceful environment so you can rest, bond, and recover.

Hello! I am an experienced doula currently moving back to the Bay Area from Santa Cruz. I am passionate about providing each family with an individualized experience. I have been working as a postpartum doula, primarily at night, since 2020 and I have been a birth doula since last year. My care and experience has supported countless families through this tender chapter of life. Services range from infant care, meal prep, light house cleaning, lactation/infant feeding guidance, and tips I’ve learned through the years of infant care.

I bring over 30 years of experience supporting families with children in private homes, with many of those years dedicated to the tender postpartum period as a Doula and Newborn Care Specialist. Known for anticipatory service and a calm, grounding presence, I provide expert care for newborns, including multiples, while offering mindful support for birth parents as they recover and transition into parenthood. With discretion, compassion, and deep knowledge of infant care, I help parents feel confident and supported as they welcome their newest family members.

As your postpartum doula, I offer a range of essential services to make your transition into parenthood as smooth as possible. From providing overnight support to ensure restful nights for your family, to expertly assisting with both bottle and breastfeeding, I'm here to address your unique needs and preferences. Additionally, I take care of practical tasks like washing bottles and pump parts, allowing you to focus on bonding with your precious little one. With a compassionate and experienced approach, I aim to empower you with the confidence and care you deserve during this transformative time.

I have been providing exceptional care to families as a postpartum night doula for over 17 years. I'm a certified Birth and Postpartum Doula, Lactation Educator, and experienced Sleep Trainer. I have lots of experience with singletons, twins, triplets, adoption, surrogacy, babies with health issues or special needs as well as parents with special health needs. From breastfeeding support all the way though to sleep training, I'm here to support you every step of the way! I have current CPR & First Aid training, up to date on all my vaccinations and am Trustline registered.

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.

My name is Amanda, and I am a certified postpartum doula passionate about supporting families during the transformative period after childbirth. I provide compassionate, non-judgmental support to new parents as they navigate the joys and challenges of welcoming a new baby. My services include: - **Emotional Support:** I offer a listening ear and encouragement to help parents adjust to their new roles. - **Infant Care Assistance:** I can help with basic infant care, allowing parents some much-needed rest. - **Education:** I provide information on newborn care, breastfeeding, and infant soothing techniques. I believe that every family deserves personalized support during this special time, and I would love to help more families thrive. Thank you for considering my introduction. I look forward to the possibility of working together!

Hello, I'm Maira! I have been working with children for over six years. My passion of taking care of kids began when I decided to be a volunteer in a daycare working with newborns. This experience prompted me to become a certified Birth and Postpartum Doula. I enjoy helping and support families in their new parenting journey. My ultimate goal is allow parents to rest during this period while giving them a sense of security that their precious newborn is in good hands. I am proud to provide a safe, informative and loving environment.