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.

Hello! My name is Jessica—also known as Jess or Jessie—a birth doula proudly supporting families across Temecula and San Diego. My journey into birth work has been deeply personal, as I became a mother at seventeen and just recently welcomed a new baby to my family last summer. Born and raised in southern Illinois and married to my wife who grew up in Israel, I blend Midwestern warmth with global perspective in every birth I attend. Having experienced motherhood as a teenager and supporting my wife through her cesarean journey, I understand firsthand the many ways birth can unfold. My mission is to empower and uplift women of all ages—whether they choose home birth, a birth center, or a hospital setting—and to honor every birth story with compassion, respect, and celebration. I’d be honored to support you on yours.

Hello! I am a Christian birth doula located in Santee. My mom was a doula and she inspired me to be one also. I've been a doula for a year and have served 5 clients. I love being a doula!

Hi, my name is Laura Guida. I am a mama bear to 6 beautiful angels and I love everything that comes with the miracle of bringing an angel into this world. I’ve had 2 sets of twins and know the medical world pretty well. I’m here to help mamas and families looking for a loving, caring support system through out their journey. I’m here to advocate and help in any and every way possible from a detailed birth plan to postpartum, I am here for you. From aromatherapy to massages to 24/7 on call Services, I am your go to in one of the most important experiences of your life. I’ve endured placenta detachment, inductions to cesareans and have a unique mix of experience to help you along your journey along with detailed training and I am fully certified. I am here to help you, support you, teach you and most importantly advocate for you and your baby.

I’ve always been a doula, a giver, a sister, a person to lean on. I love all aspects of what I do, whether it’s physically holding hips or emotionally holding space. Within my practice I try to achieve a 50:50 balance of the spiritual, energetic with the scientific, evidence-based. As I learn more about you, our conversations shift to augment the type of support that best resonates with you and supports your goals. I am a certified labor doula (CLD) and certified postpartum doula (CPD) through DONA (Doulas of North America) and ToLabor. I have attended many births in various settings - homebirths, birth centers and hospitals. I actively attend workshops, courses and continuing education classes on childbirth, hypnobirthing, spinning babies, breastfeeding, postpartum, newborn care and holding space for pregnancy loss. I fully believe that all pregnant persons have an innate inner-knowing that is a powerful guide through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Our time together will emphasize self-discovery as we listen to your intuition, practice mindfulness & breathwork, energetic healing & support, and prepare for a birth as unique as you are

Hello everyone, my name is Bailey Lundberg and I am a certified Birth Doula and Placenta Encapsulator located in San Diego, California. Birth has been my joy and passion for several years now. Coming from a background in nannying my love for babies and birth propelled me to become a Birth Doula and Placenta Encapsulator. Also, coming from a more holistic background myself I find that having a doula present at birth that shares the same values reinforces the power and beauty of birth. In my free time I love baking cupcakes from scratch or walking my dog.

Im Patty also known as acarriedbliss I am a trained and certified trauma informed, gender inclusive full spectrum doula here to help support families of all backgrounds prepare for birth or the changes of bringing home a new baby(s) or just supporting your postpartum period; my services include seperate services like birth plans or birth/labor guidance, prenatal visits/support, birth support, postpartum support, abortion/infant loss support, chestfeeding/breastfeeding doula support. I am very passionate in helping others advocate body autonomy, advocating for their rights, not only is that my goal but also to mentally and physically prepare you for the changes or possibilities you might be looking at as a birthing person or new parent.

Hi! I'm Ariel, Birth and Postpartum Doula with 7 years of experience as a doula, a mother of a 9 year old girl, and 5 years of nanny experience. I am a certified Birth Doula and Postpartum Doula, Yoga Teacher specializing in Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga, and also BeungKung Belly Binding. I have a passion to support mama's and families for pre-brith, birth, postpartum recovery and newborn care. I have highly related testimonials and references as well. Please schedule a complimentary consultation to connect and learn more! (:

Hey there, I'm Joy! I believe that childbirth is the closest thing we have to actual magic on this planet, and it's such a shame to me that we seem to be forgetting how amazing it can be. At the same time I also believe that there's no wrong way to give birth. From unmedicated home births to scheduled C-sections I want to be there for you to make sure you feel solid in your choice. I'm very LGBTQ friendly and I respect all religious beliefs and lack there of. Feel free to reach out to me for any reason, even just to chat about your general fears and anxieties surrounding birth. I would love to hear from you :) I have completed training with a DONA certified class and I am an active Operation Doula volunteer helping military families free of charge.

Hello, my name is LaShaan Crane. I am a Certified Nurse Midwife, Registered Nurse, childbirth educator, yoga teacher and wellness practitioner with more than 15 years of experience in women’s health, pregnancy, and postpartum care. My practice is rooted in compassion, evidence-based care, and a deep commitment to closing the gaps that too often impact BIPOC and LGBTQ+ parents. I believe every family deserves care that feels safe, affirming, and culturally grounded. My approach blends clinical expertise with trauma-informed support, nervous system tools, and clear, accessible education to help you navigate all the unknowns in the threshold of birth and beyond. I aim to create a space where identity, lived experience, and your voice are fully seen. It is a privilege to walk alongside families on this transformative journey.

I offer overnight support for families with newborns. Besides supporting parents in the care for their newborn I also love to ‘mother the mother’ as she needs to rest and recover in the fourth trimester. I offer practical support, such as help with (breast)feeding, making sure mom stays hydrated and rested, clean bottles and pump parts, help with baby laundry etc. I also provide evidence based information on newborn care as well as emotional support to process all the changes and offer parents encouragement where needed. I’m your biggest cheerleader to become confident in your parenting skills and style!

I’m a full spectrum Doula and I offer nonjudgmental support during the postpartum period. I love to nurture new parents on their journey learning beside them to help support and offer resources during the 4th trimester

Babies are a blessing and childbirth is a miracle! I’ve been blessed with four beautiful children and six beautiful GRANDchildren myself. With my love of babies and the incredible miracle of birth, I found the desire to become a Postpartum Doula. Bringing a new baby home is a life-changing event and integrating that new little bundle of joy into the family can be overwhelming. As your Doula, I will make this transition easier for the entire family. My role as your Doula will also be to provide education, non-judgmental support and companionship. I will offer my expertise in newborn care and breastfeeding support. I will also offer evidence based information on infant feeding, emotional and physical recovery from birth, infant soothing and coping skills. I will make appropriate referrals when necessary. I am a certified Doula through DONA International. The training I received through DONA increased my knowledge and ambition to offer the nurturing care new moms, infants and families so deserve! Hours for my services will be flexible to meet the needs of your family including overnights and travel. I am current in both adult, infant CPR and First Aid Safety Certifications through the American Heart Association. Also, I am current on vaccinations and Trustline Certified. I look forward to being your “extra pair of loving hands” and my goal is to simplify your life as new parents.

Hello Families! I am a full spectrum perinatal care worker specializing in lactation and postpartum doula support. I am certified as a lactation counselor from UCSD and a DONA trained Doula. I believe in providing evidence based care while integrating holistic methods that have been passed down between women for generations. I began working with women and children in 2011 as the Executive Director of The Live Well Project. From there I took my passion abroad and lived in Nepal for 6 months working with local families and learning first hand how they supported birthing mothers. In 2020 I decided to formalize my training in Lactation and then Doula work. I am a San Diego native and have two children of my own (plus a fur baby!) I would love the opportunity to connect and see how I can support you in your parenthood journey!

With a background in childcare and education, Jazmine brings patience, warmth, and encouragement to every family she serves. She has years of experience working with children of all ages and now channels that same passion into her work as a doula. Jazmine’s approach is gentle, grounding, and client-centered—she strives to create a supportive environment where parents feel confident and cared for during the postpartum period.

I’m Darian So, founder of Sun & Spell Holistic Wellness. I am a 500-hour certified yoga instructor, herbalist, sound healer, and birth doula. My focus revolves around nurturing, advocating for, and empowering the individuals and families I collaborate with. Taking care of others is my true calling My other hobbies include being a passionate traveler, ESL teacher, kombucha connoisseur, and proud cat mom.

I am Ana Marie + Woman + Birthkeeper + Childbirth Educator + Globe trotter ​ Primal Birth Vision Primal Birth was founded on the belief that the way we birth matters. Birth is not an emergency. I consider this work an inherent calling and am committed to honoring & bearing witness to this sacred rite of passage. My offerings were created with the intention to support individuals who desire to fully embody their pregnancy through autonomy, intuition & knowledge with the support of a nurturing community.

Anna Forsberg is a Postpartum Doula living and working in San Diego. Her life's passion is to usher postpartum families through the threshold of postpartum finding joy and healing along the way. I offer non-judgmental and whole-hearted support in preparation for and throughout the immediate postpartum period. It is my honor to hold families and their babies amongst the leaky, messy, beautiful threshold of postpartum life and find the available joy along the way. ​

Hi there! I'm Maria Woods, originally from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and I've been calling San Diego home for the past 8 years. I'm a proud mother of two girls, and being compassionate and loving is just part of who I am. I'm here to lend a helping hand to both of you and your precious newborn. Welcome to the world of doula care!

Certified massage therapist, specializing in perinatal massage, as well as, birth/postpartum doula and instructor of yoga and bodywork. In my experience of honoring therapeutic touch and practicing the art of mindful movement, I'm continually delighted to unearth new and fruitful ways to help clients and students take root into their bodies. Your gestational year and beyond should be a time of deep connection to self. My hope is to create space that nurture and inspire clients to awaken to their greatest gifts.