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I experienced my first birth at 12 years old and knew from then on that I wanted to be involved in birth work and babies. After reading Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth during my first pregnancy, I was introduced to the term “doula” and knew that I wanted to be one. With the birth of my second child and having a doula, I KNEW that this was my calling. I am especially passionate about working with families of color and other marginalized communities that need support during pregnancy and beyond. I believe that everyone and anyone should have access to doula support. I am excited about the opportunity to support families in their birth and post-partum journey! Random facts about me: I have a daughter and a son. I think that dogs are a gift to humans. I am an avid reader- I can usually be found listening to an audio book throughout the day. I am currently a pre-counseling student with an end goal of earning my Doctorates degree to be a therapist. I am as passionate about mental health as I am about birth work. I look forward to supporting you and your family!

MA’s Helping Hands provides you with a mother/daughter doula team that has a combined total of over 50 years experience working with women, their babies and their families during pregnancy, labor/delivery and through the postpartum period.

Hi! I’m Crystal! I am a birth and postpartum doula in Solano County. I’m the eldest daughter of Mexican Immigrant parents. My birthwork practice is rooted in remembering and reclaiming ancestral wisdom and indigenous traditions. My parenthood journey opened my eyes to the ways our society has failed mothers and birthers which lead me to this work! I believe birthwork is revolutionary and my role is to show radical love and support for birthing people. I believe in informed consent and I do not shy away from advocacy! I support birthing people and their choices and I see it as my job to ensure you have the education, resources , as well as the empowerment to advocate for yourself and your baby. Birth and postpartum are team sports! Along with supporting the birthing person I also specialize in facilitating support from partners, families, and friends. Please check out my website for all of my offerings! Hola, soy Crystal! Soy una comadrona en el Condado de Solano. Soy la hija mayor de padres inmigrantes mexicanos. Mi práctica de parto se basa en recordar y reclamar la sabiduría ancestral y las tradiciones indígenas. Mi experiencia como madre me abrió los ojos a las formas en que nuestra sociedad les ha fallado a las madres y a quienes dan a luz, ¡lo que me llevó a este trabajo! Creo que el parto es revolucionario y mi trabajo es mostrar amor y apoyo radicales a las personas que dan a luz. Creo en el consentimiento informado y no rehúyo la defensa. Apoyo a las personas que dan a luz y sus decisiones, y considero que es mi trabajo asegurar que tengas la educación, los recursos y el empoderamiento para defenderte a ti misma y a tu bebé. ¡El parto y el posparto son deportes de equipo! Además de apoyar a la persona que da a luz, también me especializo en facilitar el apoyo de parejas, familias y amigos. ¡Visita mi sitio web para ver todas mis ofertas!

I am a certified postpartum Doula. CPR trained and certified. I bring more than six years of professional postpartum support experience and a lifetime of firsthand motherhood experience to the families I serve. As a mother of five children ranging from adulthood to infancy, I understand the reality of the postpartum journey from every angle.  

I believe every birthing person should have the right to a trauma free birth experience, where their beliefs, values and goals are heard and respected. Birthing bodies are powerful. My goal as a doula is to remind you of the power you hold. I have worked in the medical field for 13 years as a Certified Medical Assistant, Lead Medical Assistant Instructor, recently completed my Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration and gained Certification as a Birth and Postpartum Doula. I am a very motivated and determined person. As a dedicated mother and proud African American woman, my heart is deeply rooted in the wellbeing of our community. The glaring disparities in maternal health that disproportionately affect women of color are not just statistics to me; they are urgent calls to action that resonate with my own experiences and those of my loved ones. I am committed to leveraging my knowledge, resources, and voice to initiate and support sustainable changes within the healthcare system. My goal is to ensure that equitable, high-quality maternal care is not a privilege, but a standard afforded to all mothers, regardless of their socioeconomic status. Through community outreach, advocacy, and education, I strive to contribute to a world where maternal mortality in underserved communities is not a grim expectation but a rare exception. My mission is to fight for a future where every mother’s life is given the value it unequivocally deserves.

Hi, I’m Maria, a bilingual birth and postpartum doula serving families in Contra Costa, Alameda, and select Bay Area communities. I hold a B.A. in Human Development and have experience supporting families throughout pregnancy, labor, birth, and the postpartum period. I provide calm, compassionate, and culturally responsive support. I help families prepare for birth, understand their options, communicate their preferences, practice comfort measures, and navigate the hospital experience while working collaboratively with their medical team. My goal is to help each client feel informed, respected, confident, and supported throughout their journey. I primarily work with families whose doula services are covered through Medi-Cal, participating managed care health plans, and Kaiser. Coverage and eligibility are verified before services begin.

Hello, I’m Fabiola—a mother of four and proud grandmother of two sweet baby boys. I hold a master’s degree in East-West Psychology, along with certifications in Ecopsychology and Resilience Leadership from the California Institute of Integral Studies. I am also a retired medical social worker with more than 20 years of experience in the healthcare field. While I had the opportunity to work in many areas of the hospital, the most meaningful and rewarding part of my career was supporting expectant mothers in OBGYN, labor and delivery, and postpartum care. In 2023, I founded my doula practice as a way to bring together my professional experience, educational background, and integrative approach to maternal wellness. My work is centered on supporting the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum journey.

With over 28 years of professional newborn and infant care experience, with over 18 years as a Nanny and 10 years and a Newborn Care Specialist dedicated to nighttime care, I understand that the newborn period can be both joyful and overwhelming. My role is to not only care for your baby through the night, but also be a trusted source of guidance, reassurance, and support. I strive to help families establish healthy foundations for sleep, feeding, and development while respecting each family’s values and preferences. My goal is for parents to wake up feeling rested and confident knowing their baby has been cared for with exceptional attention, safety, and love.

Childbirth has always been very intertwined with my life. I owe some of that to my mother, who planned home births for all of her children. I am the oldest of us four, and my labor was long and hard. I grew up hearing the story of the four day marathon of labor, hospital transfer, and, ultimately, the beautiful birth that brought me into the world. My brother was born when I was almost three, on a hot July day. I have some memories of this day, but nothing very clear. My mom remembers me bringing her a cool glass of water between contractions. Some might say I became a doula that day. When I was 6, my mom became pregnant again. I was absolutely thrilled to be having a baby sister. I remember going to midwife appointments at the midwife’s home in Sebastopol, listening to my sister’s heartbeat, and enjoying every moment of it. Her labor started some time during the night. This time, it was Winter. My mom spent most of her labor in front of the woodburning stove in our living room with my dad applying counter pressure to her back. I remember she had thigh high socks to wear specifically for labor, because she didn’t want to wear pants, but knew her legs would be cold. In the early afternoon, she began pushing on our couch. The midwives were always close by, creating a sense of safety and calm, one of them singing as my sister was born. I stood at the end of the couch, and saw my sister’s head slowly emerge, and then the rest of her body slip out. She immediately went to my mom’s chest and crawled to the breast herself. I was entranced by birth at this moment. In the weeks after, I told my mom I wanted to become a midwife. The last baby was born when I was 10 years old. I was again elated to be around pregnancy and looking forward to the birth. My mom labored all through the night, and when the sun rose, her intuition told her she needed to go to the hospital and get some rest. No one thinks that a fourth baby will take 17 hours to be born, but sometimes they do! After my mom got a few hours of rest, my grandparents took us to the hospital to join her. She felt that birth was a family affair, and believed that children should be a part of birth. I also would have been furious with her if I didn’t get to be there. My sister entered the world, and I got to cut the umbilical cord and be the first to hold her after my mom. I took my first doula training with Connie Sultana in 2024 and since then have attended almost 50 births. I am in constant pursuit of knowledge, each birth teaching me something different. I am now a Cornerstone Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula and Evidence Based Birth® instructor. I am always striving to be able to provide the best support I can for my clients. I am currently pursuing becoming a Certified Nurse Midwife. As of 2026, I have completed nursing prerequisite courses, including biology, chemistry anatomy, physiology, and microbiology and look forward to beginning an RN program in Fall of 2026. I use the knowledge I have gained of the human body through my formal education to help inform the support I provide so that my clients can understand what is happening with their body and their baby. For most people, childbirth is the time in their lives where they will be asked to be the most medically literate, which is intimidating for most working outside of healthcare. The education I have has given me the language and tools to communicate and learn from nurses, midwives, and doctors during births, so that I can understand and interpret information for my clients. After becoming a registered nurse, I plan to attend graduate school to obtain my degree and certification as a Certified Nurse Midwife and practice in a hospital based setting.

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.

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.

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.

Hello families! Congratulations on your new addition(s)! My name is Kaila Stephens and I am a Newborn Care Specialist and Certified Lactation Counselor located in the San Francisco Bay Area. I have provided care for infants and their families for over a decade. I have a background in Early Childhood Care & Education, advanced newborn care training, and expertise in feeding, sleep shaping, parent education, nursery and baby registry set-up. Bringing new life into the world is an incredibly special and exciting time for families, but it is also a vulnerable time. My practice is judgement-free. My primary goal is to provide your family with the most support and knowledge possible to set you up for parenting success. When I am not caring for babies or running my business, I enjoy going to the park with my son, walking my dog Nemo, tending to my garden or reading a good book.

Hi, I’m Lisa! I’m a postpartum night doula and offer support for parents with newborns. I’m located in Redwood City and serve families on the peninsula. Some of my services include; lactation support, sleep support, and multiple (twins) support. I’m CPR/ First aid certified (AHA) , TrustLine certified and Covid-19 fully vaccinated (+booster). My goal is to help establish a healthy nighttime routine that’s works for you and your family.

About Me My name is Gabriela Giacomini, and I am a postpartum doula with over 8 years of experience caring for babies and 2 years of dedicated postpartum doula support. I provide compassionate, personalized care that respects each family’s values, needs, and pace, helping parents feel supported and confident as they adjust to life with their newborn. My Philosophy I believe postpartum care is essential for healing, bonding, and emotional well-being. My approach combines emotional support, practical guidance, and evidence-based education, always honoring parental intuition and informed choice. My goal is to nurture both baby and parents, creating a calm and supportive postpartum experience.

Hello! My name is Anna Gonzaga, and I am a Certified Postpartum Doula and Newborn Care Specialist based in the San Francisco Bay Area. I have more than 6 years of experience caring for newborns, infants, and young children, beginning as an Au Pair and continuing as a nanny, night nanny, and postpartum support provider. My philosophy is to provide compassionate, judgment-free support that helps families feel confident and well-rested during the transition into parenthood. I believe every family is unique, and I strive to meet parents where they are by offering practical newborn care, emotional support, feeding guidance, healthy sleep habits, and a calm, nurturing presence. I am passionate about infant development and enjoy helping babies thrive through responsive care, age-appropriate activities, and consistent routines. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where both parents and babies can flourish. I look forward to partnering with families and helping make the postpartum experience smoother, more enjoyable, and less overwhelming. Certifications: • Certified Postpartum Doula (ProDoula) • Certified Newborn Care Specialist (Newborn Care Solutions) • Infant, Child & Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

Hi! I'm Marcy, I'm a postpartum doula in Redwood City! After raising and homeschooling my own kids, I'm now turning my attention to supporting other families as they transition into parenthood. I'm here to help you figure out the ins and outs of newborn care (feeding, diapers, swaddling, baby-wearing, etc), and also provide emotional support-- listening to your fears and questions, providing reassurance, and helping you feel empowered in caring for your baby. Reach out to chat about how I can best support you!

As a birth and postpartum doula serving Sonoma county(and the East Bay), I offer holistic doula services designed to empower expecting mamas—especially BIPOC individuals. My practice is motivated by a deep commitment to providing an empathetic, kind, and helpful service throughout your birthing journey. I aim to offer support every step of the way, ensuring that your experience is empowering and nurturing. At the same time, I am dedicated to addressing the systemic inequities often faced in labor and delivery, providing a compassionate, evidence-based approach tailored to your needs.

**Please note: I am moving from NYC to Cali☀️ in Sept 2026. My services will be offered in the Bay area and in the Fresno area. I look forward to supporting you ☺️ I’m Nubia, a mom of five (teens & young adults). I have 25years of experience in the birth, postpartum & newborn care field. For 14yrs, I’ve been professionally serving families as a certified birth doula, postpartum doula, parent educator, certified breastfeeding counselor (CLC), an integrative nutrition health coach (IIN) and a student midwife. My journey started in the year 2000 in my hometown of Washington, DC. In 2015, I relocated to the New York area. In Fall of 2026, I’ll be relocating to Cali! My philosophy: Mothers deserve to be respected, heard and nurtured doing this major transition in life to becoming a mom, whether it’s for the first time or the 8th time! I truly believe It takes a village to raise a family which is what led me to my purpose, heart-centered work of supporting mothers & families. I’m a strong advocate for mothers and families birthing in all settings including hospital, home & birth centers. I respect the many choices in mothering and parenting. It's an honor to walk the path of mothering with women as they navigate the many options we have today. I strongly believe in the woman's ability to grow, birth and nourish her baby with her natural, innate abilities while also respecting the need or preference of medical support along the way. It's all about the balance of holistic & medical. My support also includes follow up postpartum healing practices for mom, lactation and pumping support, newborn care and parent coaching. On my spare time I enjoy indulging in health & wellness therapies, spending time in nature, traveling, cooking, dancing, and enjoying quality time with my teenage and young adult children.

I have been a Doula and Contra Costa County for 18 years. Every woman deserves a Doula. I believe in Hypnobirthing, Aromatherapy, Yoga, Meditation, and Labor education to make your labor memories enjoyable! I have much more to offer.