Kym Benner

Oceanside, California

5.0 (2 reviews)

Kym Benner

37 years of experience

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.

Trinity Hankins

Santee, California

Trinity Hankins

3 years of experience

Hello! I am a Christian birth doula located in Santee. My mom was a doula and she inspired me to be one also. I've been a doula for a year and have served 5 clients. I love being a doula!

Patty Centeno

San Diego, California

Patty Centeno

6 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Im Patty also known as acarriedbliss I am a trained and certified trauma informed, gender inclusive full spectrum doula here to help support families of all backgrounds prepare for birth or the changes of bringing home a new baby(s) or just supporting your postpartum period; my services include seperate services like birth plans or birth/labor guidance, prenatal visits/support, birth support, postpartum support, abortion/infant loss support, chestfeeding/breastfeeding doula support. I am very passionate in helping others advocate body autonomy, advocating for their rights, not only is that my goal but also to mentally and physically prepare you for the changes or possibilities you might be looking at as a birthing person or new parent.

Joy Acosta

San Diego, California

Joy Acosta

3 years of experience

Hey there, I'm Joy! I believe that childbirth is the closest thing we have to actual magic on this planet, and it's such a shame to me that we seem to be forgetting how amazing it can be. At the same time I also believe that there's no wrong way to give birth. From unmedicated home births to scheduled C-sections I want to be there for you to make sure you feel solid in your choice. I'm very LGBTQ friendly and I respect all religious beliefs and lack there of. Feel free to reach out to me for any reason, even just to chat about your general fears and anxieties surrounding birth. I would love to hear from you :) I have completed training with a DONA certified class and I am an active Operation Doula volunteer helping military families free of charge.

Ariel Luna

San Diego, California

Ariel Luna

8 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi! I'm Ariel, Birth and Postpartum Doula with 7 years of experience as a doula, a mother of a 9 year old girl, and 5 years of nanny experience. I am a certified Birth Doula and Postpartum Doula, Yoga Teacher specializing in Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga, and also BeungKung Belly Binding. I have a passion to support mama's and families for pre-brith, birth, postpartum recovery and newborn care. I have highly related testimonials and references as well. Please schedule a complimentary consultation to connect and learn more! (:

Laura Guida

El Cajon, California

Laura Guida

15 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi, my name is Laura Guida. I am a mama bear to 6 beautiful angels and I love everything that comes with the miracle of bringing an angel into this world. I’ve had 2 sets of twins and know the medical world pretty well. I’m here to help mamas and families looking for a loving, caring support system through out their journey. I’m here to advocate and help in any and every way possible from a detailed birth plan to postpartum, I am here for you. From aromatherapy to massages to 24/7 on call Services, I am your go to in one of the most important experiences of your life. I’ve endured placenta detachment, inductions to cesareans and have a unique mix of experience to help you along your journey along with detailed training and I am fully certified. I am here to help you, support you, teach you and most importantly advocate for you and your baby.

Darian So

San Diego, California

Darian So

6 years of experience

I’m Darian So, founder of Sun & Spell Holistic Wellness. I am a 500-hour certified yoga instructor, herbalist, sound healer, and birth doula. My focus revolves around nurturing, advocating for, and empowering the individuals and families I collaborate with. Taking care of others is my true calling My other hobbies include being a passionate traveler, ESL teacher, kombucha connoisseur, and proud cat mom.

Ashley Dawn

San Diego, California

Ashley Dawn

8 years of experience

Hello Families! I am a full spectrum perinatal care worker specializing in lactation and postpartum doula support. I am certified as a lactation counselor from UCSD and a DONA trained Doula. I believe in providing evidence based care while integrating holistic methods that have been passed down between women for generations. I began working with women and children in 2011 as the Executive Director of The Live Well Project. From there I took my passion abroad and lived in Nepal for 6 months working with local families and learning first hand how they supported birthing mothers. In 2020 I decided to formalize my training in Lactation and then Doula work. I am a San Diego native and have two children of my own (plus a fur baby!) I would love the opportunity to connect and see how I can support you in your parenthood journey!

Tianna Barr

San Diego, California

Tianna Barr

9 years of experience

Certified massage therapist, specializing in perinatal massage, as well as, birth/postpartum doula and instructor of yoga and bodywork. In my experience of honoring therapeutic touch and practicing the art of mindful movement, I'm continually delighted to unearth new and fruitful ways to help clients and students take root into their bodies. Your gestational year and beyond should be a time of deep connection to self. My hope is to create space that nurture and inspire clients to awaken to their greatest gifts.

Elydé Arroyo

San Diego, California

Elydé Arroyo

11 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Elydé is a Certified Full Spectrum Doula, Certified Lactation Educator, Babywearing Educator, Birth Educator, CPST and cloth diaper consultant. As a Traditional Birthworker she centers community care and deep rest as a way to preserve indigenous practices in Birthwork. She has 2 children and has been a Birthworker for over 8 years.

Katharine Wingert

Murrieta, California

Katharine Wingert

3 years of experience

Welcome! I am so glad you are here. My name is Katharine Wingert and I am a birth doula serving Murrieta and Temecula Valley. As a mother of three daughters, my own transformative journey into doula work began during my first pregnancy in 2017. Having experienced three very different births with each of my daughters, I found my passion for supporting mothers deepening with each unique experience. These encounters ignited within me a profound desire to offer compassionate, personalized support throughout pregnancy, birth, and the fourth trimester. Matrescence, the journey of becoming a mother, further inspired me to embrace the role of "mothering the mother." I'm dedicated to providing unwavering support and empathy to mothers and their partners as they navigate this beautiful and transformative journey of childbirth. It's an honor to be a part of your experience, offering guidance and assistance every step of the way.

Jillian Davidsson

Murrieta, California

Jillian Davidsson

16 years of experience

Hi! I’m a homeschooling, crunchy mama to 7 children, ranging in ages from 22 down to 12! I love babies, animals, plants, and Disneyland! PAXbaby has been my passion for many years, and I’ve been given the privilege to support parents through birth, breastfeeding, babywearing, and beyond! I’d love to meet you & your family!

Meghan Johnstone

San Diego, California

5.0 (1 review)

Meghan Johnstone

13 years of experience

Hi everyone! I'm Meghan. Since 2014 I have had the honor of serving many San Diego families as a birth and postpartum doula. I have extensive experience in home birth, birth center, and hospital settings. I have also built an incredible network of amazing San Diego resources and care providers to ensure that you have a holistically supported pregnancy and postpartum season. My practice is family centered and evidence based. My goal is to make sure that you have the information and resources to make informed decisions. I believe that birth is a transformative rite of passage and that the experience can be calm, peaceful, and empowered. I look forward to talking with you about your birth :)

Recent review

My births would not have been so amazing if Meghan was not my doula. She seemed to know what I needed before I asked, and seemed to say exactly what I needed to hear when I needed to hear it. Knowing she was there helped me get through each surge until I welcomed my babies into my arms.

- Maureen G.

Madison Blades

San Diego, California

5.0 (1 review)

Madison Blades

19 years of experience

Hi I’m Madison, a Student Midwife and Full Spectrum Doula providing personable, non-judgmental and inclusive care for all folx in San Diego, California. Throughout our time together, I am intent on helping you find your voice, and am ready to provide you with unparalleled support and resources so that you're able to make informed decisions throughout your entire reproductive journey.

Recent review

We were lucky enough to work with Madison after the birth of our twin girls as a night doula. Honestly, without her visits once or twice a week, I don't know how we would have made it through the 4th trimester. Madison is prompt, extremely helpful, and has a wealth of knowledge. But most importantly her calming presence put as at ease knowing we had a good nights rest ahead of us and the girls would be in good hands. I can't recommend Madison enough and will definitely be reaching out should we have more children in the future.

- Chuck M.

Ella Thompson

San Diego, California

Ella Thompson

3 years of experience

Hello, my name is Ella Thompson. I am a DONA-certifying birth and postpartum doula, located in San Diego. I believe in empowering, educating, and nurturing individuals and families from pregnancy to postpartum. With a background in childcare and current continuing education in the realm of lactation, I am focused on providing individualized full-spectrum care. Birth and postpartum is powerful as much as it is raw, natural, and beautiful. It is my job to provide emotional, physical, and informational care to those I work with. How YOU choose to birth and navigate YOUR postpartum is MY priority and passion.

Jennifer Nagrant

San Diego, California

Jennifer Nagrant

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello! I am a Catholic birth doula serving Metro Detroit and surrounding areas. It is so important to make sure you feel confident in your birth plan, your plans B and C, and to make sure you feel supported all throughout your pregnancy and birth. This is YOUR birth experience, and we will not settle for anything less than what you desire for your birth. Mama, you are strong and God is strong and will get you through this. ❤️

Juniper Christine

San Diego, California

Juniper Christine

6 years of experience

I am a birth & postpartum doula, a holistic herbalist and mama, & I help women find their power in birth and learn to advocate for their ideal birth experience!

Abryana Young

San Diego, California

Abryana Young

5 years of experience

Hyping mamas up to receive the care they deserve is my jam! My professional training as a Certified Lactation Counselor, Birth, and Postpartum Doula has allowed me to focus on my caregiving skills and love for helping families make smooth transitions through such a new time in their life. As a woman of color, I know how important it is to feel seen and heard instead of being considered just another number. When we work together, I can assure you that you will receive the care and attention that your family deserves. This is the time to be nurtured and tended to instead of stressing about reading the right books or if you’re feeding your baby too much/too little. I’m your guide to assist with anything from creating a birth plan to meal prepping for your family during early postpartum. When you’re ready to enjoy this process and receive luxury care, don’t hesitate to reach out to me!

Ayanna Hatton

San Diego, California

Ayanna Hatton

7 years of experience

Hi! I'm a Doula of 5+years having received DONA training and UCSD training for birth doula and lactation. I'm currently practicing as a Full Spectrum Doula and would like to focus on Birth Doula and Postpartum night Doula services. I have an emphasis on the gap in care for marginalized women getting the care and support they deserve. I am a very open minded, caring individual who has worked with a variety of individuals from very diverse backgrounds and needs. I specialize in aiding high risk cases and I I lead with love and support from a non judgmental lens. Prenatal care is available to those individuals who have previous negative experiences and/or mental blockages. I am studying now for maternal and child health advancement, as well as mental health services. Let's connect and see how I can help you!

Noor Al-Alami

San Diego, California

Noor Al-Alami

11 years of experience

I’ve been a labor and delivery nurse for the past 7 years and have attended over 1600 births. I’ve worked at three top hospitals including Cedar Sinai in Beverly Hills, Hoag Hospital in Newport Beach, and Scripps hospital, La Jolla. I am a RNC-OB, registered nurse certified in obstetrics as well as a lactation education counselor. I’ve taught labor and delivery at the university level and find teaching very rewarding. Education is at the heart of women’s empowerment. At Rising Lotus Birth, I provide support to pregnant women throughout all phases of care including prenatal visits, birth doula services, and postpartum visits. You may be wondering why I became a doula while still practicing in the hospital setting. My explanation is always that over the years I’ve noticed an overwhelming need for more patient advocacy, education, and birth support in order to achieve better birth outcomes. Birth is my passion. My goal is to help you achieve a better birth and postpartum experience!