Midwives & Home Birth Midwives Near Me in San Jose, CA

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Midwife providers near San Jose

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Midwife rates near San Jose

Prices midwives list on Bornbir · November 2026

Packages

Flat rate · typical $750–$3,000

$1,875 median

Hourly rate

Per hour · typical $60–$70

$65/hr median

Based on 244 package prices from 105 midwives listed on Bornbir within 150 miles of San Jose, CA.

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4 midwives near San Jose, CA

Danielle Walker

Oakland, California 5 years of experience

5.0 (3 reviews)

Danielle Walker Popular: among the most-viewed doulas in California, last 60 days

Accepts insurance

Hi! I am a holistic certified full spectrum doula, meaning I specialize in prenatal care, labor and delivery (birth doula), and postpartum support. I love working with pregnant moms, and what makes me unique is that I offer quality, personalized care for moms and their birth partners. I am calm, down to earth, patient, and heart-centered. I like keeping my clients inspired and informed about their care. I am compassionate. I advocate fully for the families I serve and truly feel that this is my calling. My primary goal is to help moms feel safe and supported with smooth pregnancies and healthy pregnancy outcomes. Together we can do this :) As a holistic doula, I use evidence-based research in my practice and have over twenty years of experience working in holistic health, serving female clients and their birth partners. I work with families to develop comfort measures throughout pregnancy, relaxation techniques, birth partner support, and a comprehensive birth and postpartum plan. To be as flexible and accommodating as possible, I offer telehealth visits, in-person visits, and phone calls. My own journey to becoming a mom is quite unique. After years of infertility, several rounds of IUI, and even IVF, I finally had my miracle baby. I know firsthand how valuable a doula is in a mother's life, supporting her entire journey while also providing support to precious birth partners. I am passionate about helping provide access to mothers who need it most, offering comfort and care during their pregnancy journey while helping reduce disparities in maternal health. On a personal note, in addition to my doula work, I have an extensive background as a facilitator with a wide range of communities, uplifting women and youth while creating film and photography. I also have an extensive background in Higher Education. I am spiritual, and this grounds how I show up for every family I serve, listening closely to their needs, providing emotional support and comfort, and advocating for them every step of the way. My goal is to help every family feel informed, supported, and cared for throughout their pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey. CERTIFICATIONS: *Prenatal Doula * Labor & Delivery (Birth Doula) * Post Partum Doula * Doctorate (Howard University) * MFA (University of Southern California) * Child Education Specialist * Holistic Doula Training * Red Cross / CPR Training CLIENTS: New Moms, Experienced Moms, IVF Patients, Teen Moms, Single Parents, Birth Parents,High Risk Pregnancies, NICU, Parents of Multiples, Bipoc, LGBTQ+ SPECIALTIES: Prenatal, Labor & Birth, Postpartum, IVF, NICU, Pregnancy Loss Support, Postpartum Care, Extended Post Partum Support, Community Health, Hospitals / Health Insurance Plans, Individual OOP Patients

Recent review

I can’t recommend Jaye Danielle enough if you’re considering a doula! Her communication, well-thought-out advice, and preparation were so helpful throughout the whole process. The in-home labor prep was especially helpful in getting us ready for what to expect. Since our daughter was born, Jaye has continued to check in, do postpartum checks, and offer advice and support. I really appreciated having someone knowledgeable to help guide us through not just labor and delivery, but postpartum too. I’m so grateful we had Jaye there to support us through it all. 💗

- Chelsea M.

Julie Taylor

Oakland, California 5 years of experience

Julie Taylor

NPI verified Accepts insurance

I support individuals and families through every stage of the reproductive experience: preconception, pregnancy, birth, loss, and postpartum, with care that’s holistic, culturally sensitive, and rooted in real life, not just the birth plan on paper. As a certified Full Spectrum Doula, Certified Lactation Educator (CLE), and Child Passenger Safety Technician, I bring a full care to every experience I join, so you’re not juggling five different providers for the pieces that matter most. Lactation support is close to my heart. Feeding is one of the areas where folks get the least real preparation and the most pressure. I’m here to make sure you have grounded, judgment~ free support from day one, whether that’s latch troubleshooting, pumping logistics, or just someone reminding you that “enough” looks different for everyone and every baby. With over ten years of experience and maternal, paternal & child care, I’ve learned that the best support isn’t performative. It’s steady. I show up prepared, I listen first, and I meet you where you actually are, not where a checklist says you should be. My approach draws on trauma-informed, culturally responsive practice, and I welcome everyone, however your household looks, whatever your experience has brought you. If you’re looking for a doula who treats your experience as sacred and specific to you, I’d love to be part of your life

Price
Packages from $2,400 · $85/hr
Taking new clients Due Dec 2026 – Sep 2027
Jennifer Bandy

Byron, California 10 years of experience

5.0 (5 reviews)

Jennifer Bandy Popular: among the most-viewed doulas in California, last 60 days

Responds within a few hours Accepts insurance

My name is Jenn Bandy, and I am the owner of Destiny Doula. My Journey to Becoming a Doula: I was drawn to becoming a Birth Doula & Postpartum Doula because I saw firsthand the transformative impact of informed, compassionate support during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Having experienced [Personal Experience or Training], I realized how crucial it is to have a knowledgeable and caring guide throughout these stages. I support mothers as a birth doula before, during and after birth. As a postpartum doula, I support mom and baby(s) before and after baby arrives. I cover daytime and night shifts (overnight hours). Experience and Credentials: With ten years of dedicated service, I bring extensive experience to my role as your Birth Doula & Postpartum Doula. I am certified as a birth doula and postpartum doula. I have supported numerous families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. My experience has taught me how to provide holistic support that ensures you can truly enjoy each phase of this special journey. I get it, being pregnant and stepping into parenthood is a rollercoaster of feelings, from pure bliss to full-on panic mode. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. I’m here to offer you balance, comfort, and the comprehensive support you deserve. What Sets Me Apart: What sets me apart is my unwavering commitment to you. You’re not just another client; you are the heart of my practice. My goal is to ensure you feel empowered, heard, and supported throughout your pregnancy, birth, and beyond. What I Believe: I believe in caring for you as a whole person. My holistic approach addresses your physical, emotional, and informational needs, ensuring you feel empowered and prepared. My Approach: Personalized Support: My care is tailored to your unique needs, whether you’re a first-time parent or growing your family. I adapt my support to fit your journey and ensure you feel joy and confidence at every stage. Knowledgeable Care: I stay updated on the latest evidence-based practices in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care. I bring you this knowledge, providing reliable information and guidance whenever you need it. Flexibility: Babies don’t operate on a 9 to 5 schedule, and neither do I. I offer daytime, nighttime, and even virtual support to fit your lifestyle, ensuring you always have the help you need. My Promise I promise you my unwavering support, providing guidance and care as you journey through pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Let's work together to make this a positive and empowering experience for you and your family.

Taking new clients Due Nov 2026 – Sep 2027
Recent review

"I can not recommend Jenn (Destiny Doula) enough! After having a c-section with my first born I was determined to have a vbac for my second pregnancy and wanted extra support to ensure that my wishes were heard! I started searching for a doula and after chatting with Jenn on the phone I knew she was a perfect fit. I was concerned for my husband when it came time for labor and delivery wanted to be sure that he was also taken care of so I could remain as calm as possible! Jenn is a saint, she listens and understands to what you’re wanting and she knew what to do to help me through labor when I didn’t even know what I needed. I still remember the calming smell of the essential oil she had misting in my room, the dimming of the lights and quieting the beeping machines. She’s like a Mary Poppins; she rolls in with everything needed and is so reassuring without stepping over your wishes at anytime. After 12 hours and vomiting through labor she was there to welcome our baby girl all while documenting it through pictures that I didn’t even realize were being taken. I cannot thank her enough for empowering me and helping me have the birthing experience I desired.

- Miriam & John A.

Shelby Stewart

Oakland, California 26 years of experience

5.0 (3 reviews)

Shelby Stewart

Accepts insurance

As a full spectrum birth-keeper, sexual/reproductive & lactation educator, and womb-space ceremonialist, I hold space for you to have continuous, high quality support that is infused with culturally responsive care, and embedded within a framework of advocacy. As such, I provide physical, emotional, and educational support and guidance to all birthing people, their partners, their families, and communities across the lifespan, reproductive landscape, and for all reproductive circumstances and outcomes. Earthseed Birthwork praxis is steeped in the belief that within the hallowed grounds of your wholeness – your lived experiences and unique socio-cultural contexts, your dreams, and your life journey, there is an opportunity for YOUR divinely aligned birth journey to come forth. I specialize in serving as guide, helping you investigate and get curious about, cultivate, and then traverse your own birth ceremony, the complex and oftentimes daunting medical system's model of care, and matrescence – the wholeness (physically, psychologically, and socially) of becoming a mother/parent…all while centering the sacred and traditional practices that have safely held birthing people for time immemorial. Bearing witness to, being deeply present for, and reflecting your own innate power to call forth and touch into the dance of your intuition, are my gifts. Working with me is intended to be more than a mere hand-holding, it is meant to be a full person witnessing, and the sanctuary of safe space to support the expansion of your capacity to be present with all that arises on your journey. I believe all births are immeasurably transformative...birth shape- shifts us into whatever next iteration this life is calling forth for us. When allowed, birth may expose you to rapturous wonder, deep discomfort, indescribable joy, and the instinctive knowing that you will forever physically, emotionally, and spiritually be changed. Care Setting I meet people where they are, and not where I may perceive they ‘should’ be…literally and figuratively. I hold and offer care within in-person spaces, homes, virtually, office, and outside underneath the sky’s blanket.

Recent review

We give Shelby the highest recommendation. She supported our birth journey in so many critical ways, through her presence, knowledge and constant encouragement. She is very personable and answered all of our questions. We especially appreciated the way she could explain why the clinical setting would prefer or encourage particular interventions, while also letting us know about all of the options available and helping us to make informed decisions along the way. She empowered us. When it mattered most, during labor and delivery, Shelby was there, with the right presence, words and encouragement. She helped our baby come into the world. We hope other parents have this positive experience of a doula, like Shelby gave us.

- Heidi and Luke H.

Jeremy  Yanson

Daly City, California 2 years of experience

5.0 (4 reviews)

Jeremy Yanson

NPI verified Accepts insurance

Jem is a full-spectrum doula/birthworker who specializes in care for mamas and babies. She majored in Early Childhood Education and has had over 10 years of experience in the Childcare/Education Realm. Roles she's held include: daycare attendant, teacher's assistant, teacher, babysitter, nanny, and mother's helper. Each one has taught her how to continue providing compassionate care for children and how to be an effective member of the family's village (care team). Jem is a certified Mental Health First Aider and her work focuses in supporting Maternal Mental Health. The postpartum support Jem provides in her work includes wraparound wellness services for physical and emotional support anchored in celebrating mamas in their new role. Helping mamas in their period of transition-be it to new life with baby, back to work, or simply to their routines. Jem strives to honor the wants and needs of the families she works with.

Price
Packages from $3,000
Taking new clients Due Nov 2026 – Sep 2027
Recent review

We hired Jeremy Anne to help care for our daughter back when she was 9 months. She was with us for about 5 months. She helped with feeding, play, naps, walking development, baby sign, minor housekeeping items and offered advice with caring for a baby. She has a wonderful holistic approach with her support. She cares about ALL family members - humans and pets alike! We loved that she wasn’t a “transactional” kind of person, she really took the time to get to know us, ask good questions and offer personal care support when needed. She also went out of her way for many things. I will always remember how she helped develop healthy boundaries with our dog as we were adjusting to our daughter’s needs. The boundaries helped build a healthy relationship with our baby and fur baby! Our daughter enjoyed being around Jeremy and she misses her I think sometimes. Jeremy was very helpful with helping our baby walk! We keep in touch and recently shared how our little one is walking all over the place now! I wish we could have had more time with Jeremy. She is a blessing, she is so peaceful and calm.

- Jayson A.

Kim Knapp

San Francisco, California 7 years of experience

5.0 (39 reviews)

Kim Knapp

NPI verified Responds within a few hours Accepts insurance

Hello! I'm Kim I am a full service birth and postpartum Doula and a member of DONA. I recognize the magical, miraculous wonders of pregnancy and childbirth and offer unconditional, judgement free support for all families. I love to share my knowledge and passionate enthusiasm with expectant families and offer confident, continuity of care to ensure you have a positive birth experience, in alignment with your birth preferences. I live in San Francisco and have a lot of experience at UCSF, CPMC and the Kaiser Network. I also support births on the Peninsula at Mills.

Price
Packages from $500 · $75/hr
Taking new clients Due Apr – May 2027, Jul – Aug 2027
Recent review

Kim is great! We hired Kim as our birth doula and had a wonderful experience. - She's super knowledgeable & experienced-- with her prep sessions, I didn't feel the need to do any additional birth prep classes and I felt informed & empowered going into my birth. - I really trusted her to help us navigate choice and make good decisions that were medically safe & aligned with our preferences. This was a huge stress reliever for me-- it let me avoid sifting through endless info on the internet. - She helped bring my partner in to the birth experience and supported both of us throughout. - She worked flawlessly with the staff at UCSF. Kim felt like a trusted member of our medical team. This was especially nice when hospital shifts changed or when we needed help weighing options. - Her support during the birth itself was exactly what I needed, from physical comfort measures to brainstorming options to emotional support. We had a wonderful birth and Kim's support was a big part of that. Can't recommend her highly enough.

- Sarah Jundt

Ronit April Varga

Oakland, California 4 years of experience

5.0 (25 reviews)

Ronit April Varga

Responds within an hour Accepts insurance

I’m Ronit April Varga, a birth and postpartum doula serving families across the San Francisco Bay Area. With decades of bodywork experience and as a mother of two grown sons, I bring both practical skill and deep empathy to the families I serve—offering steady, grounded guidance before, during, and after birth. Every family’s journey is unique. I offer comprehensive doula care, including prenatal visits, birth support incorporating Spinning Babies® techniques, postpartum follow-ups, newborn care, and daytime postpartum support.

Price
Packages from $3,400
Taking new clients Due Dec 2026, Feb – Mar 2027, May 2027
Recent review

Ronit was a fabulous addition to my birth team. My husband and I spoke with quite a few doulas looking for the right match. When we spoke with Ronit, we felt a connection fairly quickly. I could tell Ronit was going to be supportive, nurturing and not pushy. Ronit is kind, soothing and open minded. Like with many pregnancies, my third trimester was riddled with visits to triage, and very close medical supervision. Ronit was ready to learn about the complexities that were developing and looking for updates and how to best support eachl step of the way. Very much connected to her doula work is Ronit’s ability to provide comfort through touch and body work. Ronit provided me with an amazing and relaxing prenatal massage just days before I delivered. While I labored, I didn’t sleep at all and Ronit’s comforting touch was able to keep me relaxed through the night until it was “go time”. Ronit can read the room and was ready to shift into being one of my biggest cheerleaders as we came through the home stretch before delivery—just what I needed.

- Paula Reves

Rhonda Frazier

Emeryville, California 11 years of experience

5.0 (8 reviews)

Rhonda Frazier

Hi, I’m Rhonda! I’m a Certified Birth Doula and Maternal-Child Health Nurse with 10 years of experience in Labor & Delivery and Mother-Baby care. I became a doula two years ago after seeing how much families benefit from calm, compassionate support during birth and postpartum. My goal is to create a peaceful, nurturing space where parents feel informed, cared for, and confident. Based in the Bay Area, I serve Emeryville and surrounding communities. I’m also a proud mom of three grown children and love reading, exploring California, and spending time with my family. Calm nights. Compassionate care. With loving hands. 🤍

Recent review

Being this my first pregnancy, I was looking for a doula who had a medical background and would strongly advocate for my preferences and wellbeing. Rhonda was professionally prepared to support my partner and myself during my pregnancy. She was very thorough in explaining the birthing preference list, making sure that I was well informed on my birthing preferences. She was very patient in explaining the interventions during my induction, such as procedures and medications. Rhonda also did a great job in relaying my birthing preferences to the nurses and doctors. During my labor, Rhonda created a relaxing environment, providing calming scent diffusers and words of affirmation cards. She also helped me in changing positions to alleviate pain and to move the labor process along. Whenever the staff made a suggestion, Rhonda made sure to break down the information using evidence-based data. This allowed me to have a positive and memorable birthing experience. Rhonda was very responsive via text and email. She also made sure to check in with us after delivery to see if we needed any support and to debrief on the experience. I would definitely recommend Rhonda for anyone going through their first birth.

- Ana R.

Midwife rates near San Jose

Midwives set their own prices on Bornbir.

Packages

Flat rate
Near San Jose
$1,875 $750–$3,000
California
$1,700 $500–$2,800
United States
$1,200 $500–$1,950

Hourly rate

Per hour
Near San Jose
$65/hr $60–$70
California
$60/hr $47–$70
United States
$45/hr $35–$57

Based on 244 package prices from 105 midwives listed on Bornbir within 150 miles of San Jose, CA. Typical range is the middle 50% of prices. Updated November 2026.

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