VBAC Doulas in San Diego, CA

Planning a vaginal birth after cesarean? These providers list VBAC support as a specialty, from preparing for labor to helping you talk through your options with your care team.

23 VBAC Doulas near San Diego, CA

Kym Benner

Oceanside, California 37 years of experience

3.7 (3 reviews)

Kym Benner

I've been a birth doula for 35 years (I started young!) and I am also a childbirth educator. I got into doula work to advocate so that you can have the best birth possible. I am certified in Spiningbabies, the Rebozo Technique and in Acupuncture. I have always said.....this is your baby, your body and your birth and I'm there to support you in however and wherever you want to birth. I want to make sure that your spouse/partner also feels supported and cared for also. I live in Oceanside and serve San Diego County.

Recent review

My experience with Kym completely exceeded my expectations. It was my first birth, so I was not entirely sure what to expect from a doula, and every interaction with Kym affirmed my decision to work with her. I felt supported by her throughout my journey. There's no way I would've gone as far as I did naturally if Kym had not been present. She was also an incredible support to my partner during the birth experience, and she kept encouraging him to take care of himself as well. One of my favorite aspects of my experience with Kym was the check-ins she provided postpartum. Every day I received a text from Kym asking how I was doing and telling me I was amazing. I felt I could share exactly how I was feeling with her and any worries I had; she met them without any judgment just care and concern. The birth process is incredibly hard, and postpartum in many ways is harder, so I was deeply grateful to have Kym's continued support. I would highly recommend Kym to anyone who is seeking a supportive, knowledgeable cheerleader in their birth journey.

- Claire H.

Mackenzie Woods

San Clemente, California 3 years of experience

Mackenzie Woods

My name is Mackenzie and I’m the face behind Sundream Doula. I am a birth doula + photographer based in Southern California with a love for all things salty + sandy. You deserve the birth + postpartum experience of your dreams. Whether you are seeking a doula to support + empower you throughout your birth experience or a photographer to capture your motherhood journey, I am here for you. You’ve got this, mama!

Tayna Chessman

Murrieta, California 10 years of experience

5.0 (7 reviews)

Tayna Chessman

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Hi, I’m Tayna Chessman, founder of SoCal Doulas. We help Southern California families find personal birth and postpartum doula support. Our approach starts with listening to your preferences, respecting your choices, and helping you feel prepared and supported as your family grows. We offer birth preparation, labor comfort and partner support, daytime postpartum care, and overnight newborn support. We serve Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, Orange, and Los Angeles counties, with provider availability and care arrangements confirmed before booking. Insurance and employer doula benefits may be available; we review your individual benefits, any authorizations, and possible costs first. As a birth and postpartum doula, educator, and ProDoula trainer, I bring practical experience and a personal approach to supporting families. SoCal Doulas provides nonmedical emotional, informational, and practical support. Your medical team remains responsible for clinical care. Tell us your city, due date or baby’s age, and the support you’re looking for—we’d love to help you explore your options. Virtual birth education and birth-and-baby classes are available to families anywhere in California. Eligible clients may use approved insurance or doula education benefits; we verify the selected class, benefits, required authorization, and any costs before booking.

Recent review

Tayna was an incredible doula for our new family of three. From the very beginning, she centered everything around education-based choices, which was so important to me. She didn’t just offer support, but also equipped both me and my husband with the knowledge and confidence to navigate every decision we faced. During labor and delivery, she was a steady, grounding presence. In a space that can feel overwhelming and unpredictable, Tayna was the calm in the storm. She supported us in advocating for our wants and needs while also helping us stay flexible and informed in the moment. Because of her, my birth experience felt empowering, supported, and truly beautiful. She held space for us in a way that made us feel seen, heard, and completely cared for. We are so grateful for Tayna and feel truly lucky to have had her as part of this experience.

- Sallie Griffin

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