Midwives & Home Birth Midwives Near Me in San Luis Obispo, CA

Hi, I’m Rachael Jerahian—the heart behind Nature & Nourish Birthing Co. Based in Carpinteria, California, I support families throughout Santa Barbara County, Ventura, and Los Angeles, while also offering virtual classes and services to families worldwide. I am deeply passionate about guiding women and families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with care that feels both grounding and empowering. My approach blends evidence-based education with intuitive, compassionate support, honoring that every birth journey is unique and deserves to be experienced with confidence and trust. I am a Certified Birth Doula (DONA), Certified Postpartum Doula (DONA), and an Internationally Certified Childbirth Educator (ICCE). I am also a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), Gentle Sleep Coach®, and Gentle Potty Coach®. My work is rooted in continuous learning and a commitment to providing holistic, up-to-date care that supports both parents and babies. At the core of my work is the belief that birth is not just a physical experience—it is a deeply transformative moment that shapes how you enter parenthood. It is an honor to walk alongside you in this season with intention, presence, and wholehearted support.

Hello My name is Marlene Solorio I fully and wholeheartedly trust that you can give birth naturally, because GOD designed women and babies to work together during birth. You are a powerful human and GOD designed you perfectly. So deep down inside you know exactly what to do. I love helping moms find the confidence to birth autonomously through education and empowerment. After my 3 unnecessary cesareans, I decided to become a doula. When I found out I was pregnant with my 4th I told myself I was going to have a natural birth, even though every doctor and midwife in my area told me I couldn't. And boy did I prove them wrong with my VBA3C. So that's why I'm here, I want to help you have a beautiful empowering birth like I did. I know it's possible because I just did it!

Greetings, my name is Jessica, but I go by Jes. I am a Certified Community Birth Worker serving families in Kern County, and Los Angeles County. There’s nothing I cherish more than supporting families through this incredible journey. For me, attending births is a great honor, deeply rooted in my love for birthwork and my fierce passion for advocacy. Choosing me means inviting a calm, capable presence into your space. I will travel to offer you a holistic spectrum of support, from comfort measures and lactation assistance to newborn and postpartum care. My commitment is to your inner strength and showing up for you; I know you are capable. I'll be your constant source of evidence-based information and encouragement, empowering you to flow with your labor and feel utterly safe, comfortable, heard, seen, and respected. I'm dedicated to helping you achieve the beautiful birth you truly desire. I'll be there to nurture your entire family, empowering your partner or family members to be a confident and essential part of the process, too. You deserve unwavering support that feels personal and intuitive. Let's work together to make your birth unforgettable. I can't wait to connect with you~ ¡Hablo Español!

Your Mama Doula provides compassionate, evidence-informed birth and postpartum support to families in Bakersfield, California. Led by award-winning doula Lauri Branson, a Certified Birth Doula (CD) and Certified Postpartum Doula (CPD) through the International Doula Institute, the practice is known for calm, grounded support in both hospital and home birth settings. Lauri specializes in supporting first-time parents, high-risk and medically complex pregnancies, inductions, and families who want both emotional reassurance and practical, hands-on guidance. With additional training in hypertensive disorders of pregnancy and a reputation for steady advocacy, comfort techniques, and judgment-free care, Your Mama Doula helps parents feel informed, confident, and deeply supported from pregnancy through recovery.

Brittney has been a child care provider for over 15 years and believes the birthing mother should be able to give birth on her terms without a bunch of unnecessary medication and procedures.

As your DONA International trained Doula, I will work by your side as you prepare to give birth; present in each moment with a spirit of love and compassion. I offer birth related referrals, basics of baby, and lactation support. I’ll provide the emotional, educational and physical support you and your family not only during labor, but throughout your pregnancy and birth. I believe in your body and in your ideas as to how you want to bring this new life into the world.

Hi, I’m Nikki Avila—Certified Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator, and Cofounder of Three Moons Doula Collective. My work is rooted in the belief that birth is sacred, transformative, and deeply personal. As a Latina birth worker, I’ve spent the last 16 years walking alongside families during one of life’s most vulnerable and powerful seasons—offering care grounded in compassion, cultural wisdom, and advocacy. Three Moons Doula Collective is not just a training program—it’s a movement. A space where doulas of color rise in their power, find their voice, and reclaim the knowledge that lives in their lineage. Our mission is to ensure that Black, Indigenous, and Latino families have access to skilled, culturally conscious birth support—because our communities deserve nothing less. Birth work has always lived in my spirit. Even before I had the language for it, I was holding space for pregnant friends as a teenager—offering a supportive hand to hold and an open heart to listen. That calling was modeled by my mother, who was a constant presence of strength and care in our family and community. I learned early on that showing up for others is powerful—and that’s where my passion was born. In 2018, I began formal training with Doula Trainings International and went on to earn certifications through Cornerstone Doula Training in birth and postpartum care. In 2021, I became a Certified Hypnobabies Instructor and Hypno-Doula, offering tools for calm, confident birthing experiences rooted in the power of the mind-body connection. My continued education reflects a deep commitment to both evidence-based care and ancestral wisdom. In 2022, I began training with H.E.R.B.A.L. Doula. In 2023, I trained with La Mujer de Tierra in Ceremony of Birth, deepening my connection to traditional and ceremonial practices. In 2024, I trained in Spinning Babies® with Midwife Tema, expanding my knowledge of physiological birth and body-based support. In 2025, I continued my holistic path by training in Reiki for birth with Mitra, integrating energetic support into my care. From belly binding to energy work, my approach is holistic and intentional—honoring the entire person, not just the process. In 2019, I founded the Bakersfield Doula Circle to unite birth workers in sisterhood and solidarity through monthly gatherings where doulas come together to share, learn, and lead with collective wisdom. I actively collaborate with community partners like Save a Mom, Save a Family, Inc., and since 2024, I have been part of the Maternal Healthcare Committee in Kern County, contributing to local efforts that aim to improve maternal health outcomes and expand access to culturally responsive care. In May 2024, I traveled to Ecuador with Wombs of the World, where I had the honor of sitting under and learning from Parteras Mama Mila and Partera Martha, a powerful mother-daughter duo. Their teachings deepened my understanding of birth as sacred lineage, passed down through generations, and strengthened my commitment to honoring traditional wisdom in my work. In February 2026, I continued this journey in Mexico City and Oaxaca, Mexico, where I sat with and witnessed the work of traditional midwives and healers—Doña Queta, Partera Paula, Partera Yuu, Curandera Norma, Partera Rosa of Valenzuela, and Partera Mariela. These experiences further shaped my understanding of birth as ceremony, community, and ancestral remembrance. I am deeply grateful for the work and mission of Wombs of the World and for Charlotte’s leadership in creating these transformative spaces. In 2025, through Three Moons Doula Collective, we trained our first cohort of doulas—many of whom are now actively working with managed care plans, providing essential support to mothers throughout Kern County. As of 2026, my colleagues and I continue to expand this work by training Native American Indigenous birth workers, strengthening culturally rooted care within our communities. As a Certified VBAC Link Educator and Medi-Cal Doula, I’ve supported over 130 births, including more than 28 Medi-Cal births in 2024 alone. Each one is a powerful reminder of how informed, respectful care can transform outcomes and empower families. In June 2026, I will be releasing The Wisdom of Waiting Birth Method™, a childbirth education course designed to guide families back to trust, knowledge, and the innate power of birth. Through Three Moons Doula Collective, I’m committed to shifting the paradigm. This work is about more than teaching skills—it’s about nurturing leaders. Doulas who are deeply rooted in their culture, confident in their knowledge, and ready to create generational change. I hope every person who trains with us feels seen, held, and empowered—and that every birthing person they support feels the same. This is the legacy I’m building: one of advocacy, ancestral remembering, and powerful community care. We are creating a future where birth is safer, more just, and deeply sacred. I am here to support you, IN THE WAITING, Nikki Avila

Hello, my name is Amazine Kendricks, founder of Kalming Kendricks Postpartum Doula. I was born and raised in Bakersfield, California. A couple of fun things about me: I love hiking and collecting little trinkets that I’ll probably never use! Growing up as the oldest of five children, I saw early on how important—and sometimes challenging—it can be for families to receive the care and support they need when welcoming a new baby. With six years of experience supporting families during the postpartum period, I decided to further my education and become a Certified Community Doula through Three Moons Doula Collective in 2025. I pursued this certification specifically so I could become a Medi-Cal doula provider, allowing me to expand access to doula care and support families in my community who may not otherwise have access to these services. I believe postpartum care is not one-size-fits-all. I tailor my support to the individual needs of each mother and family. I bring a loving, compassionate, and attentive presence into the home, taking the time to listen, notice changes, and step in wherever support is needed during this vulnerable transition. My goal is to care for mothers tenderly throughout the fourth trimester. I believe that with the birth of each baby, a mother is born, too—and she deserves to be nurtured alongside her newborn. Whether that means preparing nourishing food, keeping her hydrated, encouraging rest, creating space for quiet time, or simply being present and listening, my care centers the mother while supporting the entire family. I also take pride in incorporating traditional postpartum practices into my offerings, including Bengkung belly binding, yoni steaming, and Closing of the Bones ceremonies. At Kalming Kendricks Postpartum Doula, my hope is that every mother I serve feels cared for, supported, and reminded that she does not have to navigate postpartum alone.

Certified Doula working with clients in Ventura, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles Counties. Down to earth approach, where I believe that a well informed mother and father can make the best choices for you and your baby. Non judgmental approach, where I support the birth of your vision and values. Prenatal, live birth support, and post natal support/newborn care. I look forward to connecting to you. Health Net and Kaiser, Goldcoast, Cencal Medical accepted and approved.

Hi, I’m Lauren — a birth worker devoted to walking alongside families through one of the most powerful transitions of their lives. My path into birth work was shaped by my own deeply transformative pregnancy, labor, and postpartum experience. I prepared thoroughly, trusted my body, and still encountered moments that were unexpected, intense, and humbling. That lived experience changed me — and it’s what informs how I show up for the families I serve today. I bring together evidence-based education, trauma-informed support, and embodied presence to help birthing people feel grounded, informed, and supported — whether they’re planning a medicated hospital birth, an unmedicated birth, or something in between. You don’t need to fit a “type” to work with me. My role isn’t to push an agenda, but to help you feel confident, prepared, and supported in your choices. Over the last year, my practice has deepened through advanced doula training, mentorship, and apprenticeship — including immersive work with Haize Hawke and master-level education focused on physiology, nervous system regulation, advocacy, and the emotional landscape of birth. I’m also the founder of Mycelial Womb, a collective rooted in the understanding that transformation happens best when it’s supported, witnessed, and integrated — much like mycelial networks beneath the forest floor. What tends to stand out to clients is that I’m steady under pressure, deeply attuned, and fully present. I support both the practical and the emotional — helping partners feel confident, navigating medical systems with clarity, and creating space for processing what arises before, during, and after birth. I’m equally comfortable explaining hospital procedures, advocating when needed, holding silence, or helping you find your footing when things feel intense or uncertain. Whether you’re someone who has always felt drawn to birth work — or someone who didn’t know they wanted this level of support until now — my intention is the same: to walk with you, not ahead of you, not over you, but with you, through this threshold. It would be an honor to support you through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum — with care that is grounded, responsive, and deeply human.

Hello! I’m a certified full spectrum doula dedicated to providing compassionate and judgment-free support to families through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and beyond. I value community, connection, and honoring each family’s unique journey. As a doula, I practice through a trauma-informed lens. This means I prioritize your psychological safety, bodily autonomy, and emotional well-being across all reproductive journeys. My goal is to ensure you feel heard, respected, and fully in control of your choices, while actively working to minimize stress and prevent retraumatization in medical or personal spaces. My goal is to create a safe and empowering space where parents feel supported, informed, and cared for every step of the way. My background is in elementary education and I owned and facilitated a licensed child care home for many years prior to teaching. I enjoy watching families grow and thrive. In my spare time, I love gardening, traveling the world, and learning about other cultures.

Hi I’m Briana! As a seasoned doula with a wealth of experience, my goal is to bring; warmth, compassion, and unwavering support to every birth journey. A mother of six myself, I understand the intricacies of the birthing process intimately, making me a trusted guide for expectant parents. I am dedicated to fostering a sense of empowerment and courage, ensuring that each birthing experience is not just a moment but a beautiful, transformative journey for everyone involved. I look forward to meeting you!

i’m a birth and postpartum doula with a passion for supporting women and their families. Everyone’s transition looks different and their care therefore should be individualized for them! My philosophy is that supported is best, in any circumstance. Epidural, unmedicated, surgical, whatever birth & postpartum looks like- you deserve to be supported.

Ventura Birth Photography was born out of a love for photographing real moments, and a keen interest in birth, babies, parenthood, and the transformation of a family when a new little one arrives. We have teamed up to bring you the best possible experience and service because we believe that the moments we capture MATTER! Experienced birth and family photographers Loren Haar and Emily Storz are ready to capture the love, strength, and emotions of the moments that make up your family's Birth Story. We also offer birth and postpartum doula support. We believe in documenting birth in all its forms, supporting birthing women and their families, and providing families with tangible and visual reminders of their unforgettable birth experience. We can’t wait to meet you!

I'm passionate about supporting women and couples in giving birth not only to their families, but to their most embodied, empowered selves and to lives they love. I provide support throughout the childbearing year including pre-conception and fertility coaching, counseling for pregnancy release of all kinds (miscarriage, stillbirth, termination and fetal anomaly), holistic preparation for birth, ‘baby-proofing’ your relationship or marriage and postpartum recovery support. I have extensive experience supporting clients with a history of trauma (including developmental, sexual and birth-related trauma), eating disorders and body image issues, fertility challenges and prior loss. I emphasize the mind-body connection and offer a holistic approach including physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of care. I completed my doula training with acclaimed trainer Judy Chapman in 2009, in her last class of doulas before she retired and closed the renown Chapman Family Center. I'm a graduate of UC Berkeley and the Institute for Integrative Nutrition.

Hi, I’m Anna—I’m a birth doula, and I’m here to support you through one of the most powerful experiences of your life. My role is to walk alongside you through pregnancy and birth, offering steady, compassionate support every step of the way. Whether you’re planning a hospital birth, home birth, or something in between, I’m here to help you feel informed, confident, and truly cared for. I bring a calm, grounding energy to the birth space, and I’m all about making sure you feel heard, respected, and supported in your choices. From helping with comfort techniques and breathing to simply holding space during intense moments, I tailor my support to what you need most. I believe birth is not just about bringing a baby into the world—it’s about honoring you as the powerful, capable person you are. And I’m so honored to be part of that journey.

Hi There! I’m Felicia Arevalo – Doula, Welcoming a new life into the world is one of the most beautiful and transformative experiences a woman can go through—but it can also be one of the most vulnerable. That’s why I’ve made it my mission to walk alongside mothers during this tender time, offering not just support, but presence, care, and genuine love. As a mom of four myself, I know firsthand how deeply overwhelming those early postpartum days can be. Whether it’s your first baby or your fourth, every journey is different—and every mother deserves to feel seen, heard, and nurtured. My heart is rooted in postpartum care. It’s where I feel called to serve the most—helping moms rest, recover, bond with their babies, and truly feel held as they find their new rhythm. I believe no one should have to walk this part of the journey alone. I serve with my whole heart in any way I can—whether it’s holding space, helping with baby care, providing resources, or just being a comforting presence in the quiet moments. If you’re expecting, in the thick of postpartum, or just need someone to talk to, I’m here for you. Let’s walk this journey together. Can't wait to hear from you!

Hello I am Jaci Maloney and I have been honored and blessed to serve birthing families since 1990. Having a baby is one of the most significant milestones in life, and preparing for and adjusting to life as a new parent can feel overwhelming. I believe that when emotional, physical, and educational support are provided, pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period can be times of great joy ,growth and empowerment. This belief defines my practice as a childbirth educator, doula, massage therapist, prenatal yoga instructor and placenta encapsulator. In my spare time I love hiking, dancing, yoga, anything in the water,going to the farmers market and most importantly spending time with my family. I would love to explore supporting you through your birth journey!

Heather Kleinhans is a faith-driven wife and mother. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Science from Arizona State University in 2010 and has worked in the therapy world, building her specialized clinical skills through continued education and service in efforts to support pediatric clientele with orofacial myofunctional and feeding disorders. She worked as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) in California for over 10 years, and in Arizona prior to that. Her passion was fueled by her own struggles with myofunctional and feeding disorders and her family’s experiences with delays and disorders. As a lifelong lover of learning and having seen firsthand how these delays and disorders impact quality of life for so many families, Heather continued her education and training as an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Infant-Toddler Feeding and Tethered Oral Ties Specialist to support families during the beginning of their life journey. Observing there was still a gap in support for families, she also became a (FDD) Certified Faith Driven Childbirth Educator and Doula with additional specialized (NDA) NICU Doula training and (C-ND) Certification. She is also a (CBWS) Certified Babywearing Educator/Consultant. Heather specializes in supporting a range of specific support needs, including trauma-informed care, support of those who are Neurodivergent or Disabled, and customized support for those impacted by stays in the NICU or pregnancy and infant loss. Heather firmly believes that new and growing families deserve evidence-based education, resources and ongoing support during such a foundational and vulnerable season. She considers it a privilege to be a part of their team, helping to alleviate stress and allowing them time and support for healing, connection, joy and developmentally aligned support during this beautiful season.

Hello! I am a provider in Monterey County, seeking to support women during their transformation to motherhood. I have experience providing prenatal, birth, postpartum, and IVF support.