Michelle A

Santa Monica, California

Michelle A

9 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi! I am a lactation consultant and Doula (birth and Postpartum). I started my career as a medical assistant in an Intergrative/Holistic Pediatric clinic. I loved working with families and after experiencing breastfeeding issues with my first baby I decided to pursue a career in lactation. I have worked in pediatrics, hospital and home visits supporting families pursue their feeding goals. My next step in my career was fulfilling my dream of becoming a doula and supporting families prenatally and through postpartum. I feel truly blessed doing the best job in the world. I can't wait to connect with you and be a part of your journey <3

Drunara Barber

Los Angeles, California

Drunara Barber

4 years of experience

Hello Parents, I decided to begin my service as a Postpartum Doula because I have a passion for the wellness of women and children. I worked before as a Youth Liasion advocating for young people who battled homelessness. In my service, I met with several clients with little ones and they lacked the necessary resources to care for their children. I noticed the emotional strain that was placed on the mothers so I would help out where I could. I love spending time with children so I made the decision to become educated. My philosophy is this: you are not alone and it is perfectly fine to not know. You have support and you deserve it. My role is to help educate your family on how to care for your newborn and also provide emotional support so you can enjoy the process. Please feel free to reach out and contact me!

Jillian Smith

Rolling Hills, California

Jillian Smith

4 years of experience

I am a longtime NICU nurse and now pediatric nurse practitioner. I am also certified lactation counselor and have breastfed my two babies (one still, currently). I know it is not for everyone, but I would love to help support you on your breastfeeding journey, whatever it may be!

Darby Adams

Burbank, California

5.0 (1 review)

Darby Adams

13 years of experience

My name is Darby and I work primarily as an Overnight Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula. As a Newborn Care Specialist I support you in your first 12-20 weeks home with a new baby with 30 to 60 hours a week of overnight or daytime care. I will get you set off on the right foot when it comes to having a healthy sleep schedule; working to get your little one (or ones!) sleeping through the night as it becomes age appropriate. I will support their eating needs to ensure their intake supports age appropriate growth and successful sleep, whether that is through breast feeding, formula feeding, bottle feeding or some combination of those options. And most importantly I will be able to keep a close eye on your newest and tiniest family member to make sure their health, development, and habits are all trending in the right direction. Overall my objective is to get a sense for your goals in the first few months to help educate, support, and assess the baby’s and family’s needs. As a postpartum doula my work will look very similar but will have the parent take the lead more. I will be there as your shadow to support with healthy healing for mom and baby. I can offer education, nurturing, assessments of postpartum recovery and referrals to other folks who would help you be successful during this unique time in life.

Recent review

I’m so happy I found Darby! I was having a hard time getting my newborn to sleep and had questions about feeding. There’s so much information out there and Darby was able to simplify everything for me in a way that worked for me and baby. I was nervous about trusting anyone with my baby but Darby is the real deal. You can tell she really loves babies and I trust her to give good care to my baby when I’m not there. You’re in good hands if you go to Darby for your baby’s needs!

- Molly H.

Nina Lamanna

Santa Monica, California

Nina Lamanna

7 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello, my name is Nina Lamanna and I am a DONA certfied Birth and Postpartum Doula from Los Angeles. I have been a doula since 2017, and trained with DONA teachers and trainers in Los Angeles with Kathryn Auger and Cheryl Baker. My practice involves tuning into our inherent spiritual nature that is within each of us and delving deep to heal wounds. In my free time, I enjoy making dinner with my husband, dancing ballet, baking, painting, and playing with my english bulldog.

Darien Clarke

Burbank, California

Darien Clarke

11 years of experience

Hi! My name is Darien and I’m a Registered Nurse with specialized experience in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. For 10 years, I’ve had the privilege of caring for newborns in some of their most delicate and important moments. That background has given me deep knowledge in newborn safety, feeding, sleep support, and recognizing the little details that matter most in those first months. Beyond my professional training, I’m also a mom myself. I understand firsthand the exhaustion, the joy, and the constant learning curve that comes with bringing a new baby home. My goal is to bring both medical expertise and a mother’s intuition to the families I support—whether it’s overnight care so you can rest, guidance with feeding and soothing, or simply being a calm, reliable presence in your home. Every family is unique, and I pride myself on meeting you where you are—supporting your routines, respecting your preferences, and making sure you feel confident and cared for. I look forward to helping you create a peaceful, well-rested start for your little one and your family.

Lissette Palencia

Santa Monica, California

Lissette Palencia

35 years of experience

Hi, I’m Lissette Palencia, a Certified Infant Sleep Consultant and Newborn Care Specialist. I know how overwhelming those first months with a baby can be—sleepless nights, endless questions, and the constant juggle of figuring out what works best for your little one. That’s why I’ve dedicated my work to supporting parents like you. Through Baby Slumber Consultant, I’ve had the joy of helping families create gentle routines, improve their baby’s sleep, and feel more confident in their parenting journey. My approach is always nurturing and personalized—because every baby is unique, and every family deserves solutions that truly fit their needs. I’m here to make those long nights a little easier, to bring peace of mind, and to remind you that you don’t have to do this alone. Together, we’ll create space for more rest, more confidence, and more of the sweet moments you want to remember.

Giohanna Tapia

Los Angeles, California

Giohanna Tapia

4 years of experience

Hi there! My name is Giohanna, I am a certified Newborn Care Dxpert and a dedicated postpartum Doula with a passion for supporting families during one of the most transformative seasons of life. I specialize in nurturing both parents and newborns, helping ease the transition into life after birth with compassion, knowledge, and hands-on care. Whether it’s providing newborn care guidance, emotional support, light household help, or simply creating a calm, reassuring environment, my goal is to help parents feel confident, rested, and cared for. I believe every family deserves a gentle, judgment-free space to recover, bond, and thrive in the early weeks and months of parenthood.

Mikki Bell

Santa Monica, California

Mikki Bell

13 years of experience

Michaela (Mikki) Bell is the face behind TheDoulaBell and has really been preparing for this gifting her whole life. She jokes, "The first doula client I ever had was a momma sheep out on our family friend's farm in Colorado when I was 9 years old. That was the first birth I ever participated in and since then, I've been so enthralled with birth in every form." Mikki's real journey to becoming a doula began with the birth of her firstborn, Jensen. She states that having a doula herself changed her whole perception about what birth is really like and what the human body is capable of. She says "My doula really helped me achieve what I hoped for in childbirth. She supported all of my decisions and was just that constant reassuring presence of someone who knows birth. Birth is hard and sometimes scary and I think it's absolutely essential to have someone that the birthing person and her partner can rely on and who can help them achieve their goals and dreams on potentially one of the most memorable days of their lives." ​ Mikki has been able to work with parents in all types of birth settings, deliveries with OB's in the operating room and with midwives at home in a bedroom, and for parents of twins, singletons, and for IVF and VBAC families. Without a doubt, you will feel supported in every way during your pregnancy, labor and birth if you decide to hire Mikki, TheDoulaBell.

Alissa Baltodano

Westminster, California

Alissa Baltodano

24 years of experience

Alissa is a Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula, as well as a Newborn Care Specialist. She has a passion for supporting moms through some of the biggest moments in their lives and it is her hope to support and empower you and your family through this continued journey. Like most new moms before her, Alissa learned about her needs and those of her babies the challenging way. Reading books and taking advice from others was all she had as she journeyed through each unique pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience of her own two littles.

Sophie Fahnenstich

Los Angeles, California

5.0 (4 reviews)

Sophie Fahnenstich

7 years of experience

Hi! My name is Sophie and I'm a Birth and Postpartum Doula in Los Angeles. I am a Dona-trained certified birth doula, Trained Hypnobabies® Hypno-Doula, certified ayurvedic postpartum doula, and trained newborn care specialist in the LA area. I believe that every woman and mother deserves the support she wants and needs however that may look. I have over 12 years of experience in childcare in Switzerland and the U.S., and serve clients and English and German. I have focused my work in early childhood, and over five years specifically in newborn care and as a doula. I have always been drawn to holistic healing and the power of the human mind and body. I love cooking anything from pasta to kitchari, believe in the healing power of meditation and breath work and value a balanced approach of traditional and alternative medicine. My goal is to make you feel safe and deeply empowered as a parent.

Recent review

My husband and I are so happy with Sophie. She’s an excellent doula, a wonderful person, and we consider her part of our family. We are first time parents and she has such a steady, comforting, kind presence that’s been crucial to helping us get through some tough days. We (and our dog, she loves Sophie) are always glad to see Sophie walk through the door. Sophie has also helped me with my breastfeeding journey - honestly, it’s not something that I’ve enjoyed overall, and she’s helped me clarify why I’m doing it and what can be done to make it easier. I’m still pumping and wouldn’t have made it this far without her. Sophie is also super thorough and documents in detail how each night goes with our daughter. I’ve changed up my daughter’s feeding routine several times with different supplements and breastmilk/formula combinations based on her gas and fussiness. Sophie is flexible and always willing to try a new routine, offering her thoughts based on what she sees at night, and is patient with me every time I want to mix it up :). In sum, we love Sophie and trust her completely with our daughter. I'm now pregnant with my second, and am obviously using Sophie as part of our dream team once again!

- Alexandra C.

Leslie Simonds

La Crescenta Montrose, California

Leslie Simonds

7 years of experience

I am dedicated to supporting families during the early stages of parenthood. I have a deep understanding of the physical, emotional, and logistical challenges that new parents face. My passion lies in ensuring a smooth transition into parenthood, and firmly believe that every family deserves compassionate and non-judgmental support during this transformative time.

Kaylan Swain

Los Angeles, California

5.0 (2 reviews)

Kaylan Swain

14 years of experience

Hi! My name is Kaylan. I’m a certified Newborn Care Specialist with a degree in Child Development and over 12 years of hands-on experience supporting families during the newborn stage. I’ve worked in both Alabama (where I was born and raised) and Los Angeles, where I’ve been based since 2016. My passion for working with infants started early, and I feel so grateful to have turned that passion into a long-term, fulfilling career. I’ve had the opportunity to work with a wide variety of families — including first-time parents, work-from-home professionals, and even high-profile clients such as professional athletes — which has helped me become highly adaptable and intuitive in all kinds of home environments. As a true night owl (I always say I’m a bit of a vampire! 🦇), overnight newborn care fits my natural rhythm perfectly. I specialize in creating calm, supportive nighttime routines that promote healthy sleep habits, while also providing peace of mind to parents during those first critical weeks and months. I’m excited about the possibility of supporting your growing family and hope to bring comfort, care, and consistency during this special transition into parenthood.

Recent review

Kaylan services were amazing! She was very educated and knowledgeable. She was such a helping hand to not only my baby boy but me as well! She went over and beyond to give me the best days after giving birth. I trusted her so quickly and knew my baby boy was in GREAT hands. She kept me updated and we would do a talk before she left in the morning on how the night went. She kept everything neat and clean!

- Chanel S.

Anika Raghani

Los Angeles, California

Anika Raghani

13 years of experience

Hello! my name is Anika Raghani, and I’m a Birth and Postpartum Doula based in Los Angeles. I’m passionate about supporting families through every stage of their journey with compassion, respect, and care.My approach is holistic and parent-led—I believe that each family knows what’s best for them. I’m here to walk alongside you, offering the tools, information, and emotional support you need to make empowered, confident choices throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. Creating a safe, inclusive, and judgment-free space is at the heart of my practice. When I’m not supporting families, I enjoy soaking in nature, discovering new coffee spots, and spending quality time with loved ones.

Karim McClure

Los Angeles, California

Karim McClure

5 years of experience

I am a proud wife and mother of 3. I love helping women and families in their journey to/through parenthood by giving support prenatally, during labor & postpartum! I feel it is imperative for parents to have the support they need to ensure they have the best experience possible during a big transition like having a family or extending your family.

Hannah Dyas

Placentia, California

Hannah Dyas

17 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi! My name is Hannah and I would love to care for you and your family! My main priority is to bring a compassionate and loving peaceful environment into your home, encouraging and empowering you as you go through the changes of growing your family. I have a Bachelors in Science in Nursing which allows me to provide you evidence based care. My goal is to cater to your families needs, caring for you and your family, uplifting you, and being there to answer any of your questions. I have 5 years of professional experience in home care services as well as 15 years of experience working with children in home as well as in a professional classroom. Along with caring for families and their babies, I am a mother as well! I want to be able to collaborate with you so that you can experience the joy of your new baby. I am inclusive of all family dynamics. It would be a joy for me to serve your family and work with you!

Cassie Williams

Anaheim, California

Cassie Williams

12 years of experience

With a focus on education, classes, consulting, and in-home overnight newborn support to parents with new babies, my goal is to help build your confidence as you begin your journey in parenthood. Providing education along with emotional and physical support to families expecting singletons and twins, parents greatly benefit from the guidance and rest they receive with overnight support. Working with growing families with various family dynamics, from first-time parents, seasoned parents of 3+ children, single parents, LGBTQ, etc., each family is guaranteed to be met with top notch care and compassion. Let Top Notch Newborn Care empower you to care for your baby in the best way possible while getting the rest you deserve. Let’s get started!

Cam Bee

Los Angeles, California

Cam Bee

17 years of experience
Accepts insurances

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Laura Hurst

Los Angeles, California

5.0 (2 reviews)

Laura Hurst

17 years of experience

Hello everyone! My name is Laura Hurst and im a professional (NCS) As a Newborn Care Specialist I specialize in the care of your newborn baby during the first 12-16 weeks of life and will help you get well established as parents, including helping you create good sleeping and feeding habits and getting everybody off to a healthy start! I will make a custom sleep plan that works for your family and your baby. As a sleep consultant I will find the plan that better fits your family to get you all the sleep you deserve and raise healthy happy babies. Looking forward to connect!

Recent review

Laura helped us take care of our baby for the first 6-16 weeks of his life. She took such great care of him and helped us develop healthy sleep habits for him early on, as well as diagnose issues and troubleshoot regressions as they came up (and there are a lot of them in that first year!). She was also so easy to work with, and very understanding of how difficult these early weeks can be on the parents. I would give Laura ten stars on here if I could!

- Roxanne P.

Amy Violette

Orange, California

Amy Violette

8 years of experience

Hi! My name is Amy, I am an experienced Labor & Delivery and Postpartum nurse. I am located in Orange, CA.