Cindy Lelea

Hawthorne, California

5.0 (2 reviews)

Cindy Lelea

7 years of experience
Accepts insurances

My name is Cindy Lelea and I'm a DONA certified Postpartum Doula serving the South Bay cities of Los Angeles County. I serve with an open heart and hands to help families through the joyful but challenging postpartum period with their newborn. I feel honored to gain the trust of families during such a momentous yet vulnerable time in their lives as I serve and support them in their home with guidance on newborn care, breastfeeding tips and support, emotional support, homemade meal prep , practical help with laundry, general tidying up and errands, and more, all while respecting the families space and privacy. As a mother of five grown children, I know firsthand how overwhelming those early days can be, and I'm passionate about creating a nurturing environment where parents feel truly seen and supported. Whether it's through offering emotional guidance, helping establish routines, or simply being an extras set of hands, I'm here to make the transition to parenthood smoother, more joyful, and filled with the support every family deserves. During my free time I love to sing and record songs, spend time with my husband and my family, chat with my sisters over the phone, and most importantly, pray and connect with God.

Recent review

Cindy was our postpartum doula after the birth of our first child and having her support was amazing! Cindy provided overnight care for our son and supported me in my recovery as well. She provided so much guidance and support as we navigated all that comes with being a new parent! We are forever grateful for her care.

- Mattie S.

Preontey Morgan

Gardena, California

Preontey Morgan

8 years of experience

Hello to all my new families my name is preontey Morgan. I’m a birth Doula also a postpartum Doula that would love to enter your world and help you with all of your pregnancy needs. I’m here to make everything OK for you and your family that’s the goal as a licensed provider and a foster parents. My life is around kids and I’m here to take the load off of the new mommies in existing mommies that’s bringing a beautiful life in the world any resources that my parents need. I am here for that. Also welcome to my world.

Devon Williams

Carson, California

Devon Williams

5 years of experience

Hello! My name is Devon and I’m a doula & student midwife passionate about helping families gain access to holistic care & wellness during the birth and postpartum period. I am a reproductive justice activist specializing in & centering my work around the Black families & POC as a way to decrease the health disparities in my community.

Alyssa Ellison

Carson, California

Alyssa Ellison

9 years of experience

Hello, my name is Alyssa Ellison and I am a Postpartum Doula and newborn care specialist. I was born and raised in Carson, California and currently live in San Pedro, Ca. I've been a birth professional for about 7 years now and I thoroughly enjoy it. I got started in this industry almost by default. I am the daughter of the middle daughter of 5 girls. All of those girls (my aunts) gave birth to girls. If you can see where I'm going, I have seen a lot of birth over the years. Naturally I gravitate towards birth and the perinatal period where I find myself bonding with new and to be new mothers in assisting them with being an extra set of hands so that it allows them to be more hands on and better bond with their baby. I am looking forward to working with new families, creating new memories and helping to strengthen bonds within households.

Jillian Smith

Rolling Hills, California

Jillian Smith

3 years of experience

I am a longtime NICU nurse and now pediatric nurse practitioner. I am also certified lactation counselor and have breastfed my two babies (one still, currently). I know it is not for everyone, but I would love to help support you on your breastfeeding journey, whatever it may be!

Briauna Smith

Inglewood, California

Briauna Smith

4 years of experience

Hi there! My name is Bri and I am a Full Spectrum Doula located in the Los Angeles area. It's my goal to help you prepare for the birth you envision and to set you up for success during your postpartum period. I offer additional services such as childbirth education, placenta encapsulation, support during miscarriage and termination, and much more. I birthed my little one during the summer of 2021 at home (doula and midwife in attendance), which is what ultimately led me to doula work. When I'm not visiting with clients or at a birth, I run a natural skin care business and do some nutritional consulting. I love to cook and read, but I'm mostly enjoying motherhood in my free time.

Mercedes Polanco

Inglewood, California

Mercedes Polanco

26 years of experience
Accepts insurances

My name is Mercedes Polanco, I’m a newborn care specialist and Doula, I provide Support and Assistance to Families who are in need of guidance and care for their Newborn, specially through out these first weeks that you trying to figure and are adjusting to that lovely new member at home. As part of service, I’m there there to support through every process of parenthood and give you the best of my knowledge, so that transition can be more smooth

Jade Ross

Inglewood, California

Jade Ross

Accepts insurances

Hi, I’m Jade (she/her) — a Full Spectrum Doula based in Los Angeles, offering both local and virtual support.  I am passionate about supporting birthing people in underserved communities, including BIPOC families, young parents, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with low incomes. 

Jametra Allen

Los Angeles, California

Jametra Allen

5 years of experience
Accepts insurances

My name is Mimi I’ve been a doula 4 years I love being a doula helping pregnant women and families.

Jalyn Taylor

Los Angeles, California

Jalyn Taylor

2 years of experience

My name is Jalyn and I am a holistically trained full-spectrum doula, placenta encapsulation specialist, and Certified Lactation Education Specialist! My contribution to birth-work is an extension of my spiritual practice that creates a sacred and safe space for truth, radically honest storytelling, generational karmic clearing, sovereign decision making, incorporating forgotten herbal and ancestral practices, reinforcing the importance of community support, and my capacity to support parents in a way that encompasses their holistic wellbeing-- and that of course includes plenty of recalibration and restoration during such a major lifestyle transformation. My hands-on support is an intersection of evidence-based practices with individualized approaches to care. I inform families of ALL of their options before, during, and after pregnancy — advocating for and supporting them in WHATEVER decisions they feel suit them best! I currently support families choosing home birth, birth center or hospital. I am proudly born and raised in South Central Los Angeles and my journey has been inspired by the stories of beautiful Black families in my community, both tragic and revolutionary! Alongside having a background in spiritual and shamanic facilitation , I also have 1+ years of experience with child care/live-in full time nannying, light tutoring, family centered wellness. In my personal time I love to create art through various mediums of expression (painting, crochet, herbal medicine making), create short films documenting my journey of evolution, and uplift the vibration of the collective around me by sharing wisdom based upon my personal experiences as a 26 year old! I intend to give women and families a safe space to express and embody their truths-- no matter how raw or unconventional.

Tina Louise

Los Angeles, California

Tina Louise

11 years of experience
Accepts insurances

My name is Tina Louise and I love supporting families around their birth experience. I'm passionate about birth and working to improve birth outcomes in Los Angeles and surrounding areas. I attended my first birth at the age of 16 years in a homebirth community and knew this was a calling for me. I attended home births, birth centers and hospital births, and finally decided to become certified as a Doula in 2014. I have volunteered with Joy in Birthing Foundation, worked as a private doula under Doula Sisters LA and began with SBCC a as a Community-based Doula in 2018. I am experienced in all forms of doula support, Lactation, Childbirth Education, Spinning Babies, Placenta Encapsulation, Infant Massage and a Reiki II practitioner. I am currently only taking at risk clients for doula support through SBCC and providing birth placenta encapsulation, Spinning Babies classes and Reiki II sessions to Southwest Los Angeles, Long Beach and surrounding cities.

Ariana Kennedy

Inglewood, California

5.0 (1 review)

Ariana Kennedy

2 years of experience

Hi, I’m Ari 🤍 I’m a birth and postpartum doula rooted in community care, informed choice, and gentle support. I believe every family deserves to feel seen, heard, and empowered throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, no matter their background or circumstances. My approach is calm, grounding, and judgment-free. I support families by offering emotional reassurance, evidence-based education, advocacy, and hands-on comfort throughout labor and the postpartum period. I also offer flexible pricing, payment plans, and “pay what you can” options because access to support matters. I’m honored to walk alongside you as you prepare for one of life’s most transformative experiences 🤍

Recent review

Working with Ariana felt like having a steady, supportive friend who also really knew her stuff. From the very beginning, she created a space where I felt safe asking questions, expressing concerns, and making decisions that felt right for me. She never pushed an agenda or made me feel pressured instead, she listened deeply, shared thoughtful and evidence-based information, and supported my choices every step of the way. Her presence during labor was incredibly grounding. Whenever I felt anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure, Ariana had a way of calming the room and helping me refocus. She offered reassurance, comfort, and gentle guidance exactly when I needed it. I always felt respected, informed, and empowered with her by my side. I am beyond grateful to have had Ariana as part of my birth team. Her care, compassion, and calm energy made such a meaningful difference in my experience, and I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for truly supportive, judgment-free doula care.

- Emilia D.

Drunara Barber

Los Angeles, California

Drunara Barber

3 years of experience

Hello Parents, I decided to begin my service as a Postpartum Doula because I have a passion for the wellness of women and children. I worked before as a Youth Liasion advocating for young people who battled homelessness. In my service, I met with several clients with little ones and they lacked the necessary resources to care for their children. I noticed the emotional strain that was placed on the mothers so I would help out where I could. I love spending time with children so I made the decision to become educated. My philosophy is this: you are not alone and it is perfectly fine to not know. You have support and you deserve it. My role is to help educate your family on how to care for your newborn and also provide emotional support so you can enjoy the process. Please feel free to reach out and contact me!

SHERI PADLO

Long Beach, California

SHERI PADLO

13 years of experience

Hi I am a mother of 2 girls. I have experience with IHSS provider care and have been a baby sitter for friends and family a like for over 13 years. I would love to help support a family a few nights a week with their little one.

Jaime Coffey

Los Angeles, California

Jaime Coffey

7 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi, I'm Jaime! As a postpartum doula, PCD(DONA), I support new families with educational, emotional, and physical support. Within the unique needs of each family, I aim to establish an environment that promotes bonding, healing, and rest, while also educating on infant feeding, newborn care, family integration, baby milestones, and sleep. I also assist with light housekeeping and meal preparation. I have completed the following DONA International-approved training: Bini Birth DONA Approved Birth Doula Training (I'm now working solely as a postpartum doula), Sierra Childbirth Institute’s DONA International Postpartum Doula Training, Breastfeeding Basics for Doulas through Bini Birth, and Bini Birth's Childbirth Education Class. I am also excited about my journey towards becoming an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) and have completed both the LES (Lactation Education Specialist) course, and Lactation Consultant Education course, through Breastfeed LA. I am excited to use the knowledge I gained to provide extra support for the breast/chestfeeding relationships of new families. As a mother of two, this work is deeply important to me. I enjoy supporting families as they find their voices as new parents. I have a past enriched with supporting births as a birth doula, and bring firsthand experience to the full spectrum of birth preparedness, labor, birth, and the postpartum period. I view my role as a doula as one that protects and holds sacred the journey of each family, knowing it will become a cherished memory for my clients.

Raquel Manini

Culver City, California

5.0 (1 review)

Raquel Manini

10 years of experience
Accepts insurances

With over a decade of experience, I'm dedicated to guiding and nurturing families through childbirth and beyond. I'm a continuous learner, excel in organization, and provide valuable resources. My empathetic, charismatic nature fosters personal connections with families. I'm trilingual, offering translation support for multilingual families. As the owner of All Things Babies LLC, I empower parents with unwavering support on their journey to confident parenthood. Email me and book a free consultation today at Doula@AllTBabies.com

Recent review

Exceptional Support Throughout Our Birthing Journey! I can’t express enough how grateful my partner and I are for having Raquel as our Birth Doula. From the moment we met, she radiated warmth and confidence. Her expertise and unwavering support truly made all the difference in our birthing experience. Her calming presence during labor was exactly what we needed. Raquel provided continuous encouragement and guided us through various comfort measures. She ensured that our birth plan was respected and advocated for our choices, which was incredibly reassuring. Moreover, her knowledge of childbirth was evident at every step. Raquel answered our questions, offered valuable insights, and created a peaceful atmosphere in the delivery room. She was not just a doula but also a source of strength for both of us. Thanks to Raquel, we welcomed our little one into the world feeling empowered and supported. I wholeheartedly recommend her services to any expectant parents looking for an exceptional Birth Doula. She is a true gem in this field.

- Maria G.

Sanaa Laye

Santa Monica, California

Sanaa Laye

Hello! My name is Sana’a, and I am a certified postpartum doula with a deep passion for supporting new parents and their little ones. My goal is to provide compassionate, hands-on care that nurtures both the baby and the family as they adjust to this transformative stage of life. With a background in childcare, I have had the privilege of caring for newborns to teenagers. As an art teacher, I introduced children to the joys of knitting and crocheting, fostering creativity and patience in a fun, hands-on way. I also have two years of live-in personal assistant experience, where I developed skills in meal prepping, daily cooking, light cleaning, laundry, and schedule management—skills that seamlessly support my work as a postpartum doula. I am committed to creating a calm, organized, and nurturing environment for new parents. Whether it’s assisting with newborn care, meal preparation, emotional support, or helping parents establish a routine, I take pride in easing the transition into parenthood. I love this work because I believe that when families feel supported, they thrive—and nothing is more rewarding than being part of that journey.

LaSherry Mckinney

Long Beach, California

LaSherry Mckinney

6 years of experience
Accepts insurances

My path to becoming a doula was forged during a deeply personal experience, as I navigated the challenges of healing my own womb from an ovarian cyst. Faced with the possibility of losing an ovary and the potential inability to have more children, I turned to holistic remedies and the power of herbs. Through this transformative journey, I not only healed myself but also discovered a profound calling to share the knowledge I gained with other women of color who often face similar struggles with womb health. Driven by this newfound purpose, I embarked on a mission to become a holistic fertility doula. As I delved into the realm of fertility, I uncovered not only the prevalence of womb health issues among women of color but also the systemic disparities and injustices they face in their pregnancy and delivery experiences. This revelation ignited a fire within me to advocate for fair treatment and support for all mothers-to-be.

Charlyne Alvarado

Los Angeles, California

Charlyne Alvarado

16 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am certified by DONA International and have worked with many families using carrot benefits so I’m familiar with the process. Aside from being a birth and postpartum doula I am also a lactation and parent educator. I can provide guidance and help with breastfeeding, pumping, storing milk and if needed supplementing with formula. My approach is to meet each family needs, to offer the education and provide different options and let family decide what works best and go from there. There’s no right or wrong way to do things.

Stephanie Jackson

Long Beach, California

Stephanie Jackson

5 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hey, my name is Stephanie Jackson and I am a full-spectrum doula I have a background in public health and five years of experience supporting births. My journey into this work was profoundly influenced by a tragic experience of a close friend during childbirth, which inspired me to formally pursue this path. I use an evidence-based approach while also being dedicated to making sure all my clients feel safe, heard, and supported throughout their pregnancy. I'll be by your side, helping you feel confident, prepared, and supported every step of the way.