Birth & Postpartum Doulas Near Me in Santee, CA

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Average rating from 243 reviews

132

Doula providers near Santee

63

Families requested a doula nearby in the last 90 days

37%

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From providers and requests on Bornbir. Updated November 2026.

Doula rates near Santee

Prices doulas list on Bornbir · November 2026

Packages

Flat rate · typical $500–$2,500

$1,800 median

Hourly rate

Per hour · typical $45–$60

$50/hr median

Based on 918 package prices from 385 doulas listed on Bornbir within 150 miles of Santee, CA.

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132 doulas near Santee, CA

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Loretta Sandridge

San Diego, California 28 years of experience

5.0 (2 reviews)

Loretta Sandridge

Responds within an hour

Loretta is a Certified Postpartum Doula, through Doulas of Delaware and Doulas of California, with over 25 years of experience. She is a member in good standing and has trained with DONA, CAPPA, NAPCS, and ProDoula, she is also a member of The Postpartum Alliance, The San Diego Birth Network, and The San Diego Birth Collective. Loretta methodically enhances and expands her knowledge and expertise with scheduled, continuing education classes, workshops, and seminars. Ms. Sandridge is Pediatric First Aid and CPR trained, Bonded, and Insured. Loretta is also State of California, Trustline Registry Approved, with a clear background check and fingerprint clearance. As an adjunct to her Doula services, Loretta also invented, produced, and developed Cheekee Baby Diaper Stay-Puts, a diaper cover that prevents babies from removing their diapers. Loretta has had the privilege of working closely and traveling the world with many of her clients as their trusted Postpartum Doula. In addition to her many world destinations, Loretta has also served as a Postpartum Doula in Delaware, Colorado, Arizona, Florida, and California. Loretta grew up in Wilmington, Delaware. She moved to Vail, Colorado, where she met her husband, Rick. They spent many years dividing their time between summering in Vail and escaping the cold to winter in Scottsdale, Arizona. From there, Loretta and her husband migrated to Naples, Florida, where they spent 5 years. Loretta and Rick then moved to San Diego to open RRed Gallery and Wine Bar, an eclectic art gallery and wine bistro, before finally settling on Loretta’s “Dream-Come-True”, lovely La Jolla, California, where they now currently reside. Loretta loves the beach and the water. She loves traveling and spending time with family and friends. Loretta has a positive, professional presence. She provides her services in an assuring, non-judgmental fashion. Not only has Loretta been trained and continually updated by numerous recognized Doula organizations; she also has the hands-on, real-life experiences with Mothers and their babies. Loretta is prompt, reliable, discreet, trustworthy and an exceptional listener. Her previous clients all agree, Loretta is a true gift; extremely passionate with a gentle, caring nature and an extraordinary heart! --- "I believe in providing caring, knowledgeable support and information in a non-judgmental manner. I believe that supporting families will empower them, thereby creating stronger, healthier babies, families and communities. Most importantly, I believe that parents instinctively know what is in the best interest of their child. I will support your decision and direction on how to care for your child." ~ Loretta Sandridge, PCD

Price
$50/hr
Recent review

We can't even begin to express how much we loved having Loretta as our Doula!! She has given us the confidence and rest that we needed to be the best parents we can be! We can tell that she loves what she does, and it makes such a difference. Thank you, thank you, thank you for the incredible care!!!! Rebecca M.

- Rebecca M.

Nefertia Jones

San Diego, California 10 years of experience

5.0 (9 reviews)

Nefertia Jones Background checked · Sep 2026

Responds within an hour

Hi! My name is Nefertia Jones and I am a Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula serving families in the Chicago North Shore area. I am passionate about supporting parents as they adjust to life with a newborn, providing both practical guidance and compassionate care to help make the transition smoother and more joyful. With a background in medical training, I bring a strong foundation of clinical knowledge alongside years of hands-on caregiving experience with infants, toddlers, and families. My approach is centered on creating a calm, supportive, and judgment-free environment where parents feel empowered, confident, and well cared for. Outside of my work, I enjoy fostering kittens, visiting new restaurants, and spending time with my husband and our cat.

Price
Packages from $75 · $50/hr
Taking new clients Starting Nov 2026 – Sep 2027
Recent review

We’re based in NYC and worked with Neffie virtually to help with our 10 month old son’s sleep. She took her time to understand our routine, concerns, and what we felt comfortable doing. We really appreciated having her guidance that was specific to our baby and being able to ask her questions without feeling pressured or judged to do things. Before working together, we were struggling with early morning wakings, short naps, and hourly night wakings. With Neffie’s support, she helped us to get our son sleeping through the night, remove the early morning wakings, and prolong his daytime naps. Having Neffie’s clear plan and having her help us work through adjustments made us feel confident in how to approach things, and she even provided a document to resolve future sleep problems our son may have. We’d recommend Neffie to any parent that is looking for thoughtful, personalized sleep support. She truly cares for each family she works with, and recommend her to anyone who struggles with their child’s sleep.

- Alexander Romero

Nicole Rice

Serves Escondido, California

5.0 (2 reviews)

Nicole Rice Background checked · Oct 2026

NPI verified

Hello! My name is Nicole, and I'm the founder of Sacred Nurture Doula Care in Murrieta, California. I'm a Certified Postpartum Doula and a NAPS Certified Night Doula. I'm also Red Cross CPR/First Aid certified and a Cribs for Kids Safe Sleep Ambassador, and up to date on my vaccinations, including annual flue and COVID. I'm a wife, a mother of five, and a grandmother. All five of my pregnancies were high risk, so I know how much support matters in the fourth trimester. I offer daytime postpartum care and overnight care so you can rest and heal while I help with your baby, your feeding questions, and your home. My care is judgment-free, and all families are welcome, including LGBTQ+ families. I serve Murrieta, Temecula, Menifee, Wildomar, and North San Diego County. I would be honored to walk with you. 🌼

Price
Packages from $500 · $55/hr
Taking new clients Starting Nov 2026 – Sep 2027
Recent review

Words cannot not express how thankful I am for Mrs Nicole's help after I had my son! She came to my house 4 times weekly and covered the night shift for me and my husband up until our son was 15 months old. the relief we had with knowing that our first child was being cared for AND we got to get rest to go to work and take care of our son during the day was and is truly priceless! Mrs Nicole helped with diaper changes, feedings and even ran a few loads of the babies clothes while we were sleeping. When our son turned 14 months, he was sleeping through the night so no longer needed her but truly are still grateful we reached out and got the help we needed and wanted. She was open to what we wanted as parents and even offered suggestions that helped us transition into a new world of parenthood. Thank you Mrs Nicole!

- Destynei S.

Megan Ledbetter

Encinitas, California 2 years of experience

5.0 (1 review)

Megan Ledbetter

Responds within a few hours Accepts insurance

I am a second-generation doula with a passion for supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum! I am a trained as a birth doula through DONA International, and am certified for postpartum care through DNT Network. I am also privileged to be apart of the wonderful team at Leilani’s Wellness Center and Breastfeeding Fixers. With an undergrad in Early Childhood Development, I combine my educational background (I am a huge nerd!) and passion (with a huge heart!) to provide gentle guidance and care.

Price
Packages from $1,800 · $45/hr
Recent review

I can’t say enough good things about Megan—she was an absolute godsend during the postpartum period. From the moment she walked into our home, she brought a calm, nurturing presence that made me feel supported, seen, and truly cared for. She was incredibly knowledgeable, respectful of our space and routines, and seemed to intuitively know what I needed—whether it was a warm meal, help with the baby, a listening ear, or just some time to rest. Her gentle guidance helped me build confidence as a new parent, and her emotional support was just as invaluable as her practical help. I always felt safe and never judged, which made a huge difference during such a vulnerable time. I’m so grateful to have had her by my side in those early weeks, and I honestly don’t know how I would’ve made it through without her. Highly, highly recommend her to any new parent looking for compassionate and professional postpartum care.

- Melanie G.

Abigail Smith

Vista, California 16 years of experience

5.0 (2 reviews)

Abigail Smith Background checked · Oct 2026

Accepts insurance

With 15 years of experience as a dedicated doula, I’ve had the honor of supporting countless families through the transformative journey of birth and early parenthood. As a proud mom of six, I bring a deep, personal understanding of the joys and challenges that come with welcoming a new baby. My hands-on experience, combined with years of professional support, has shaped me into a trusted newborn expert—offering compassionate, practical guidance to help parents feel confident and cared for during this sacred season of life.

Price
$60/hr
Taking new clients Due Jan – Aug 2027
Recent review

Hiring Abigail Smith as our postpartum night doula was, without question, the best decision we made as new parents. From the very first night she walked into our home, she brought with her a sense of calm, warmth, and deep compassion that changed our entire experience of early parenthood. She didn’t just care for our baby — she loved our baby. And she didn’t just support me — she held me, emotionally and spiritually, through some of the most tender, vulnerable nights of my life. In every moment, she was present. Gentle. Wise. Unshakably grounded. Each night, Abigail created a peaceful, nurturing environment for our little one to thrive and for me to heal. She knew exactly what we needed before we did — whether it was expert swaddling, lactation guidance, a warm cup of tea, a reassuring word, or simply space to sleep without worry. Her intuition is unmatched, and her professionalism is seamless. But more than all of that, Abby loved us. That love showed up in every tiny detail — in the way she soothed our baby back to sleep, in how she respected our rhythms and choices, and in how she always, always made me feel seen, safe, and never alone. She became part of our family. Letting her go at the end of our time together was genuinely one of the hardest goodbyes we’ve ever said — that’s how much of an impact she had on our lives. If you're lucky enough to welcome Abby into your postpartum journey, know this: you are in the presence of someone truly extraordinary. She is not just a doula. She is a healer, a nurturer, and a quiet, powerful presence who will carry you through the night with love.

- Jessica H.

Doula rates near Santee

Doulas set their own prices on Bornbir. Birth support is usually sold as a flat package, while postpartum care at home is usually billed by the hour.

Packages

Flat rate
Near Santee
$1,800 $500–$2,500
California
$1,536 $500–$2,500
United States
$1,100 $450–$1,800

Hourly rate

Per hour
Near Santee
$50/hr $45–$60
California
$55/hr $45–$65
United States
$45/hr $35–$55

Based on 918 package prices from 385 doulas listed on Bornbir within 150 miles of Santee, CA. Typical range is the middle 50% of prices. Updated November 2026.

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