Rechelle Patterson
Rechelle Patterson
Rechelle Patterson
About me
Hi! I’m Rechelle, a postpartum doula based in Van Nuys. CA. Growing up in Victorville, CA, an underserved community with limited access to OB/GYNs and specialized care, shaped my passion for healthcare and advocacy. My journey into birth work began with an internship at Black Infant Health, where I witnessed the power of culturally relevant support, especially for Black families who face higher risks and poor health outcomes. I trained with Grounded Beginnings, a program rooted in supporting BIPOC doulas to serve their own communities, because I believe in care that’s relationship-centered, culturally competent, and truly accessible. My background in public health and my personal experience supporting my older brother with special needs showed me the gaps families face in healthcare, and fueled my mission to close them. As a doula, my philosophy is simple: every family deserves compassionate, personalized support. I work closely with families to provide postpartum support in ways that feel grounded, practical, and nurturing. Whether it's through supporting feeding, soothing, sleep, meal prep, light household tasks, or emotional well-being, I focus on practical care that makes your days and nights easier. My mission is to reduce maternal health disparities, while honoring the unique needs of all the families that I serve.
Education
Associates Degree in Math and Science (2025)
Certification and training
Birth Doula Certification, Grounded Beginnings (2025)
Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED Certification, American Red Cross (2025)
Memberships and affiliations
California Medicine Scholars Program Participant
Joy in Birthing Foundation Volunteer
Credentials
Specialties
Languages
English
Accepted insurances
Service introduction
My doula support is very hands-on and tailored to each family. For daytime visits that may mean doing light chores around your house, checking in on your emotional well-being, or preparing a meal so that you can focus on rest and bonding. For overnight visits, this might look like ensuring your baby remains fed throughout the night while you get much needed rest, and simply being a calm, reassuring presence in your home. My goal is to help you feel cared for, nourished, and empowered as you settle into life with your new baby.
Packages
Ratings and reviews
Rechelle was such a blessing during my birth journey. From the very beginning, she made me feel seen, heard, and cared for. She brought so much comfort and reassurance, not just for me but for my family too. Her presence was calming, her knowledge was grounding, and I I highly recommend her to any family looking for a dedicated and loving birth worker.
- Katherine D.
My provider Ms. Patterson guided me through my pregnancy and loss of pregnancy. She made me feel as if it was going to be so easy I felt as if I was seen and listened to especially as a black woman it’s important to have an advocate like her, the statistics of death are way higher for black women in America when giving birth.
- Alena S.
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