Find a Doula Near Me in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

I am a birth doula who is trained in birth doula work and lactation support under Atoosa Benji and is currently completing certification with DONA International. I believe every person deserves to feel supported, informed, and respected as they bring a baby into the world. I provide steady, nonjudgmental support during pregnancy, labor, and the early postpartum days. She offers comfort measures like massage, breathing techniques, and positioning suggestions. I also help families understand their options and speak up for their preferences, working alongside nurses, midwives, and physicians as part of the care team. My lactation training lets me support families with feeding after the baby arrives, from the first latch to the questions that come up in the days that follow. I do not replace medical care or make decisions for you. My role is to help you feel confident, cared for, and not alone. If you’re looking for a doula who is calm, compassionate, and fully present, I would love to hear from you.

Hi my name is Iliana gonzalez , and I have been a postpartum doula since December of 2025. Before receiving my certification I was a nanny for 6 years and have cared for children as early as newborn. I am currently in progress of receiving my lactation consultants certification which is to be completed in September 2026.

I’m Christine Goddard, a DONA-trained postpartum doula and child development specialist. My commitment is to support you and your family during your postpartum journey. With compassion and without judgement, I lean on evidence-based practices and techniques to guide and empower clients. While the new mother is the primary focus of care, it is essential to support all family members with empathy. Our goal throughout is to make your family self-reliant. As a mother of two grown children, I understand the crucial importance of support for parents and their children at every stage of development. For over 12 years, I have worked as a CASA (Court Appointment Special Advocate) for foster children. At times providing postpartum support and guidance. I’ve also worked for non-profit organizations to enhance child development and improve education for children in need. Historically, women have been able to utilize their “village”, (elders and those with experience), as mentors and guides for life changing moments like childbirth.Let me be that village for you!

Birth & Postpartum Doula I have been supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum since long before I had the language for it formally serving as a doula since 2021, but showing up for birthing people in my community for years before that. Birth work found me through my own pregnancies (c-section) unmedicated V back and unmedicated water birth vbac mama my background in education. As a former preschool and kindergarten teacher, I’ve always been drawn to caring for the whole child and family. Each of my births deepened my commitment to this work, and I’m passionate about supporting women who look like me in spaces where we are often the only ones. I’m a super big supporter of Vbacs They are my favorite. I currently work with Kindred Space LA, Frontline Doulas, and the Irth App, supporting families through birth, postpartum, belly binding, and babywearing. An avid breastfeeder myself nursing each of my children for 3 years I bring lived experience and practical support to feeding journeys. My practice centers education, cultural affirmation, and hands on care.

Hi, I’m Lissette Palencia – Certified Infant Sleep Consultant, Newborn Care Specialist, Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula, and RIE® Teacher. I help new parents navigate those first months with confidence, guiding gentle sleep routines, newborn care, and parenting strategies that fit your family. With personalized support, I make sleepless nights easier, help you feel empowered, and create space for more rest, connection, and those sweet moments you’ll cherish. 📩 Let’s work together to bring calm, confidence, and more sweet moments to your family’s life!

Hi! I’m Isabel, a doula and lactation counselor working with families in LA. I graduated from UC Berkeley with degrees in Biology and Social Welfare and trained as a doula through Cornerstone Doula Trainings. My philosophy is centered on supporting my clients every step of the way to feel empowered, strong and supported through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. I want clients to have information and resources to confidently explore their choices and find what works for them and their family. My academic background in science equips me with a solid foundation for providing evidence-based support which I believe goes hand-in-hand with an understanding of the social, emotional, and transformational parts of birth work that makes individualized support so important. In my free time, I like to be outside as much as possible. I love to spend time in the ocean, run, and hike. I also love to read, sew, cook, and bake!

Hi! My name is Ana and I have been in the following roles over a course of 23 years: Mother, Registered Nurse, Birth Assistant, and Doula. With experience across, hospital, birth centers, home births, and clinics- and one thing has stayed the same in every setting: Women deserve better! My passion is making sure you get quality care and know how to ask for it. Walking you through every stage, so you can arrive informed, confident, and prepared. You deserve to be heard. I'll make sure you are. My goal is for you to have a birth-story that will encourage others not scare them.

Hello! My name is Ariana, and I’m a trained NCS and certified Postpartum Doula with a passion for supporting families during those precious overnight hours. I have the joy of working with many sets of twins, and I truly cherish the connections I make with each family I meet. With experience in sleep training, I’m dedicated to helping you create a peaceful and nurturing environment for your little ones. I absolutely love what I do, and I’m here to support you every step of the way! Warm regards, Ariana

Hello, I'm Tanya, a devoted mother, a proud grandmother, and a Dona trained birth doula. I am wholeheartedly dedicated to empowering women to harness their inner strength and vocalize their needs, ensuring their birth experience is as beautiful and remarkable as they envision. As your birth doula, my mission is clear: to offer unwavering support, advocacy, education and encouragement. I approach every birth with an open heart and mind, ensuring that this sacred milestone in your life unfolds in the safest and most enriching way possible.

Ali Carr is a birth doula based on the westside of Los Angeles and a mama of 3 daughters. She supports families from early pregnancy through birth, in early postpartum and into motherhood. Rooted in both ancient wisdom and science, her work helps parents unearth their inner knowing and feel informed by evidence, so they can navigate birth and parenthood from a place of alignment and confidence. With reverence for birth as a rite-of-passage, Ali brings a slow, nurturing approach so her clients feel held in the sacredness of this special time, while also empowered in their capabilities and knowledge. Ali trained as an apprentice under award-winning childbirth educator, Britta Bushnell, author of Transformed by Birth. She works at all hospitals, birth centers and home births in Greater Los Angeles, but frequently work at UCLA Santa Monica and UCLA Westwood, Cedars-Sinai, all Kaiser Hospitals, and St. John’s in Santa Monica.

My philosophy is rooted in the belief that every woman who goes into labor should feel equipped, with knowledge, love, support, connection, and deep trust in herself. I meet each person where they are, honoring their unique beliefs and vision for birth. I don't care how you choose to birth; I only care that you get to keep your power and feel fully supported in your own beliefs about birth. My role is never to direct your path, but to walk beside you with steady support and trustworthy information so you feel confident and connected every step of the way. Overall, my goal is to help you feel equipped, empowered, and supported, holding onto your power as you bring your baby into the world.

I’m Curtrelle! Your Certified Doula, and Lactation Educator! Nice to meet you! I am an adventurer, fitness and wellness enthusiast, foodie, intermediate snowboarder, and a Registered Nurse of 10+ years, with a passion for service and maternal and public health equity. My mission? To empower you and your family as you navigate pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. To make sure your birth and postpartum plans are clearly communicated. My method? Providing wrap-around, holistic, and evidence-based support and education. My why? We deserve BETTER! Birthing people, ESPECIALLY, Black, Indigenous, POC, and LBGTQ+, deserve better birthing outcomes! As a health equity and justice advocate, I believe in safe, sacred, collaborative, and informed birthing experiences for ALL birthing people, whether it be inside or outside of the hospital.

Alexandra is a Carrot-registered Postpartum Doula. She has been a certified Postpartum Doula since 2015 after completing her training through Cornerstone Doulas. Her passion for supporting new families, however, began long before that. She holds a nursing degree from her native country the Netherlands where she worked in pediatrics, which gave her a strong clinical foundation in supporting postpartum families, newborns, and infants. She is also cross-certified as a Newborn Care Specialist, allowing her to provide comprehensive care during those precious first weeks and months after birth. Over the years, she had the privilege of supporting hundreds of postpartum families, and it continues to be one of the most rewarding parts of her career. She can provide excellent professional references, maintain a current CPR & First Aid certification, and, as mentioned, she is a Carrot-registered provider.

Hello, My name is Anja. I am a Los Angeles native and mom of 3 girls. I have been in birth/postpartum work for 9 years. I graduated from midwifery school In 2024 and currently studying for my CA licensing. While I am a doula, I am a mother first. I love helping families during such a special time. My approach in evidence based education first, while supporting your family in finding the approach and style of parenting that feels right for you. I currently offer birth (in person and virtual) and postpartum doula services. Midwifery services coming soon. INSURANCE: I accept most major health plans- please inquire Carrot approved! For a more detailed look at my services, feel free to visit my website or message me for a consultation! *references provided after a consultation* www.anjaakhile.com

Hi! I am a lactation consultant and Doula (birth and Postpartum). I started my career as a medical assistant in an Intergrative/Holistic Pediatric clinic. I loved working with families and after experiencing breastfeeding issues with my first baby I decided to pursue a career in lactation. I have worked in pediatrics, hospital and home visits supporting families pursue their feeding goals. My next step in my career was fulfilling my dream of becoming a doula and supporting families prenatally and through postpartum. I feel truly blessed doing the best job in the world. I can't wait to connect with you and be a part of your journey <3

I'm a new Doula excited to grow into this role alongside birth-givers who are growing into parenthood! I'm fascinated by all things pregnancy and birth, and have been for as long as I can remember, and being a birth Doula is just the first step in my journey into maternal health care. I'm an environmentalist with a degree in Environmental Science & Conservation Biology from UCLA, and its no coincidence that caring for mothers feels adjacent to caring for mother-earth. My biology background also has me fascinated with the biology of birth and sharing that info with new parents as medical conditions and quirky body complications inevitably pop-up! Ask me about the syncytiotrophoblast or wharton's jelly! I can't wait to learn with you! In my free time, you'll find me playing "Quadball" (real-life quidditch), a co-ed, full contact sport adjacent to rugby and basketball that keeps me in tip-top shape to do hip-squeezes for hours! I live with my two rescue kittens and my partner. I'm passionate about amplifying other queer peoples voices and advocating for them during labor. Can't wait to connect with you!

Hello, I'm Sandra, a Postpartum Doula and Newborn Care Specialist. I provide dedicated support to new and growing families during the challenging newborn stage. From late-night feedings to diaper changes and soothing techniques, I take over overnight tasks so parents can rest and recover. My goal is to ensure both baby and parents can sleep soundly through the night, helping families transition smoothly into this new chapter of their lives.

I am a native Los Angelino, raised in a bilingual household. I have always had a passion for working with children. While in high school I began volunteering at children’s hospitals, such as Millers Women and Children’s Hospital and LA Children’s Orthopedic Hospital, where I interacted with children suffering life threatening illnesses or challenging physical disabilities. Later, I was President of The Amigos Club, which aimed to bring together students regardless of abilities or neurodivergence during lunch period or after school activities. I even partnered with the Special Olympics to organize an inclusion game of basketball between our cities two rival high schools. These experiences sparked in me the desire to make a difference in the lives of others. After high school I enrolled in college and am a Child Development major. I have worked with children of all different ages in many different capacities; after school program leader, Live-Out Nanny/Babysitter, cheer coach, ABA therapist, and am currently an infant/toddler caretaker and Pre-K substitute teacher. I also help care for my grandmother with Alzheimer’s that lives with me. Most recently, I received my certification as a Postpartum and Infant Care Doula and am now enrolled in the Birthing Doula course. I’m a very nurturing person that connects naturally with others and can kindly and calmly respond to their needs. However, my extensive experience and education has given me the tools to be patient while also being intentional and proactive in order to provide the absolute best care. I am enthusiastic about how I will continue to serve families.

Hi, my name is Gayle Gilman. I am passionate about helping women have positive birth experiences. No matter what kind of birth you have, from a scheduled c-section to a natural home birth, my goal is to help you feel happy with the choices you made. I see my job as an educator, advocate and support person for the birthing and/or postpartum woman, her partner and their family.

Hello my name is Taylor Huerta and I am a postpartum doula serving Los Angeles and Orange County. I became a doula after being a nanny for a few years and also from my own pregnancy/birth experience. My goal as a doula is to provide a lending hand & ear to the families I work with to help them transition seamlessly at home.