Pontsho Pridesworth Tsiane

Oakland, California

Pontsho Pridesworth Tsiane

3 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I'm a certified Birth and postpartum doula and a Childbirth Educator. I've assisted in 15+ births. I'm very passionate about birth and helping families through their journey of childbirth. I would love to be your birth best friend.

Gena Perdue

Mill Valley, California

5.0 (3 reviews)

Gena Perdue

22 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Congratulations on your pregnancy! I’m Gena Perdue, a certified birth and postpartum doula serving families across the Bay Area. I specialize in advocacy for better birth outcomes, overnight postpartum care and recovery, newborn care, and pediatric sleep hygiene. My practice is client-led, evidence-based, unconditional, and free of agenda. Your family deserves care that meets you exactly where you are. I believe that when new parents feel supported, informed, and well-rested, the entire family thrives. I bring a background in community and organizational leadership, having spent years helping families and professionals build systems of care that strengthen both individuals and communities. I’m certified, CPR and Standard First Aid certified, trained in emergency preparedness, insured, background-checked, and have current vaccinations. I'm calm, capable, and ready to help so you can feel supported, confident, and well-rested during your transition to parenthood.

Recent review

Gena was an absolute gift as we navigated the first few weeks of our son’s life. Having had a very difficult postpartum period with my first son, I did all I could to prepare for the birth of my second son which is how I met Gena. She was able to immediately put me at ease when my anxiety was front and center and helped me get centered when things felt extra difficult. She had faith in me when I wasn’t so sure and we talked about life and newborns striking a perfect balance of knowledge and friendliness that is hard to find. If you get the chance to work with Gena you will be all the better for it. I highly recommend her.

- Phyllis S.

CARA GUYOT

Mill Valley, California

CARA GUYOT

6 years of experience

I am a Postpartum Doula. I mostly work 1:1 with clients, but am open to remote work as well. I teach infant massage either in person or remotely. I love helping with siblings and pets and getting partners more involved with helping out. As a new mom, or a mom for the 10th time, those first few months with baby are a time for you to recover and get to know your little one. But it is not something that you need to do alone, I can help you.

Anabel Polanco polanco

Hayward, California

5.0 (3 reviews)

Anabel Polanco polanco

16 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am a certified postpartum doula and lactation educator, also have. A birth doula too, I have many families that I worked through carrot ensure, I have it experience with one baby and twins as a postpartum provider, working with over 150 families in Seattle, WA, LA CA and the Bay Area.

Recent review

We hired Anabelle as a postpartum night doula for the first few weeks after my daughter’s birth back in April. We were very happy with her service and found her to be trustworthy and reliable. She always showed up right on time and did a great job with taking care of my daughter’s night time feeds, putting her to sleep, diaper changes and washing my breast pump and bottle parts. Thanks to her I was able to catch up on some much needed sleep after knowing that my daughter was in good hands. We even extended our contract with her for a few more weeks. However, as she was traveling and had a contract with another family that was coming up she asked if it was okay to send her backup instead for those weeks. We really liked her backup Elida as well and don’t have any complaints about her service either. Overall I would recommend her (and her amazing backup) to any family looking for a good night doula!

- Aathira S.

Tamara Martin

San Leandro, California

Tamara Martin

9 years of experience
Accepts insurances

At Tailored by Tami Doula, birth is a sacred, personal journey where every birthing person deserves to feel seen, heard, and deeply supported. I honor each birth as unique and trust the wisdom of the body. My role is to provide compassionate, evidence-based support that centers autonomy, uplifts confidence, and helps families make informed choices that align with their values. I walk alongside my clients with love, cultural humility, and fierce advocacy—because every birth deserves to feel powerful, not pressured.

Kate Rosca

Roseville, California

Kate Rosca

Accepts insurances

Hello! My name is Kate and I am a certified birth doula. My heart is deeply committed supporting women and their families through the transformative experience of childbirth. With a compassionate and non-judgmental presence, I am here to offer physical comfort, emotional support, and empowering information—whether you’re welcoming your first child or adding another little one to your family. My goal is to help you feel confident, calm, and supported. Whether you are looking for a calming presence, guidance with pain management options, or simply someone to help advocate for your preferences, I am here to help you have the birth experience that aligns with your wishes and needs. Every birth is unique, and I’m honored to be part of this powerful and beautiful time in your life. I look forward to connecting and supporting you through this incredible experience! With warmth and care, Your Doula, Kate

Noelle Valdes

Windsor, California

Noelle Valdes

18 years of experience
Accepts insurances

🌿 ABOUT ME Hi, I’m [Your Name] — a mother of five grown children, a seasoned caregiver with 18+ years of professional childcare experience, and a doula dedicated to supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum journey. With over 30 years of hands-on parenting, I’ve nurtured my own children into responsible, hardworking young adults who value kindness, education, and community. Raising them has been the greatest joy and adventure of my life, and it’s what inspires me to support other families during their most meaningful transitions. Caring for babies and children has always come naturally to me. I’m trustworthy, patient, energetic, reliable, and fun — and I deeply understand children’s emotional and physical development. Whether I’m supporting a family with a newborn, guiding parents through the postpartum period, or helping older children feel safe and engaged, I bring structure, warmth, and calm to every home I enter. As a doula and childcare professional, I specialize in newborn care, postpartum support, infant development, and high-demand situations. I have extensive experience with twins, triplets, and long-term family care, and I proudly serve families across Sonoma, Napa, Marin, and San Francisco. I’m also extremely flexible and available for days, nights, weekends, events, and on-call needs — because real life doesn’t always follow a schedule. Experience & Specialties • 18+ years professional childcare • Newborn care + postpartum doula support • Infant specialist • Extensive twins + triplets experience • Long-term family support • Event care (business + personal) • Comfortable with all family backgrounds • Safe, calm, and confident in high-demand situations What I Offer • Gentle newborn + postpartum support • Feeding guidance and emotional reassurance • Engaging activities, crafts, and games for older children • Cooking and light household help (if desired) • Walks, parks, libraries, and local outings • A positive, proactive, and comforting presence • Flexible and reliable scheduling Education & Certifications • A.A. Early Childhood Education • A.A. Social & Behavioral Sciences • Background in Nutrition • French language studies • Currently pursuing neonate nursing • CPR/First Aid Certified • Lifeguard Certified A Little About Me I love travel, the arts, and lifelong learning. I’ve visited all 50 states and 10 countries (soon 11!), and my family has been deeply involved in both athletics and the performing arts — dance, figure skating, basketball, swimming, track, wrestling, and football. These experiences shaped my appreciation for discipline, creativity, and community. Supporting families is not just my work — it is truly my calling. I would be honored to walk alongside you during pregnancy, birth, and the tender postpartum weeks to help you feel supported, confident, and cared for every step of the way. I’d love to meet your family and see how I can help.

Shakila Marando

San Francisco, California

5.0 (6 reviews)

Shakila Marando

16 years of experience
Accepts insurances

My name is Shakila Marando, and I am the founder of DOULAS by the BAY. I am a mother of two children, and I have worked with children and families for over 25 years. For the last 16 years, I have dedicated my life to serving families as a doula, offering support through pregnancy, birth, and the early newborn days. My work comes from a deep love for caring for others, and my goal is always to help parents feel seen, supported, and confident during this special time. My professional background includes Certified Birth Doula, Certified Postpartum Doula, Lactation Counselor, Certified Lactation Educator (CLE), Doula Educational Institute Doula Educator, New Parent Educator, Trained Infant Massage Educator, and Infant Sleep Consultant. These combined skills allow me to guide families with compassion, evidence-based care, and hands-on experience. Alongside my work, I lead a caring and trusted team of doulas who share the same passion for helping families. Together, we have supported over 3,000 families. Every doula on our team is Birth/Postpartum Certified and Perinatal Mood Disorders Certified, fully vetted, professionally assessed, and background screened for safety. Our doulas are CPR trained, follow safety standards and best practices, and are HIPAA certified to protect your privacy. They are also covered by Workers’ Compensation and backed by comprehensive company liability insurance. With ongoing mentorship and professional development, our team offers safe, reliable, and heart-centered support to every family we serve. I created DOULAS by the BAY to build a supportive space where parents feel seen, understood, and empowered. I’m deeply grateful for the trust families place in me, and I remain committed to making a positive difference—one family at a time.

Recent review

Shakila is the best there is. We did not have a night doula for our first child. For our second, we needed one because I had to go back to work right away. I was very nervous about leaving my baby with someone else during the night hours, particularly at just two weeks. Shakila let me control as much of the process as I wanted to so I always felt like she was doing what I wanted. She has a magical touch with babies and had our daughter sleeping through the night by two months old. She would not even leave in the morning until the baby was back to sleep, which allowed us an extra hour of sleep on top of the time she was with us. She was worth every penny and then some. THANK YOU SHAKILA! We miss you.

- Gabriella Rosen Kellerman

Sabrina Martinez

San Francisco, California

5.0 (1 review)

Sabrina Martinez

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hey there! I’m Sabrina, owner of Little Sprout Doula and I’m thrilled to connect with you! I’m a Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula based in San Francisco, California. My journey in the birthing world started as a volunteer with the San Francisco General Hospital Birth doula program. It was such a rewarding experience, and I learned so much about how to support expectant moms and their families. After that, I had the opportunity to work at San Francisco's very first postpartum retreat center. There, I gained valuable insights into the postpartum period. Last year alone, I’ve had the joy of helping over 50 families through their postpartum journeys, and it’s been incredibly rewarding! I also participated in Sutter Hospital's Birth Doula Pilot program, where I got to dive even deeper into this work. Plus, I’ve taken a UC San Diego Lactation Educator course and completed a Spinning Babies workshop because I’m passionate about empowering expectant individuals and their families on this wonderful journey. My focus is now in birth doula support. I can't wait to share my knowledge and support with you. Let’s connect and start this amazing adventure together!

Recent review

Sabrina is a star. She took just thoughtful, empathetic care of our little one and we still appreciate it immensely. She was also a helpful resource and emotional support during some breastfeeding troubles. Our guy was also born a few weeks early underweight, and we trusted Sabrina fully to give him the care he needed. We are forever grateful, and you can be too! Book Sabrina!

- Hamed F.

Anita Southard

Roseville, California

5.0 (13 reviews)

Anita Southard

5 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi. I’m an AAPI DONA trained birth doula and breastfeeding educator located in Roseville, Ca. I accept Medi-Cal, Tri-Care, All Kaiser Plans, All Health Net plans, Medi-cal Anthem and Partnership Health Plan insurance. I serve the areas of Roseville, Rocklin, Lincoln, Auburn, Sacramento, and surrounding areas. I have knowledge in cultural sensitivity, premature birth, preemie care, lactation, and postpartum care. I have experience in high-risk pregnancies, enhanced pregnancies, and late in life/older pregnancies.

Recent review

I cannot say enough wonderful things about my doula. From the very beginning, she went above and beyond in every possible way. Her support during my pregnancy and birth was truly exceptional—calm, grounding, and incredibly empowering. She took the time to understand what I liked and what made me feel safe and cared for, and she brought the most thoughtful treats and comforts during her postpartum visit. Throughout the entire experience, she was attentive, compassionate, and fully present. She anticipated my needs before I even voiced them, advocated for me when I needed it most, and helped create a birth environment that felt peaceful, respectful, and truly mine. She supported and helped guide my husband during the birth and her knowledge and reassurance helped me stay confident and centered. Her warm, nurturing presence made me feel so supported every step of the way. I am endlessly grateful for her kindness, her dedication, and the love she pours into her work. She is an extraordinary doula, and I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for someone who will show up wholeheartedly and go far beyond expectations. My birth experience wouldn’t have been the same without her.

- Marie W.

Gina Benson

Roseville, California

Gina Benson

2 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am a Certified VBAC Doula, trained to serve as a birth and postpartum doula, and offer bereavement doula services for those experiencing pregnancy or infant loss. A successful VBA2C using Hypnobabies in 2011 ignited my enduring passion for supporting and achieving optimal birthing experiences and sharing information about pregnancy and birth to advocate for better perinatal and newborn health outcomes. I’m the owner of Atala Doula Services, serving the Sacramento region and surrounding counties of northern California. Having spent most of my adult working life as a technical writer, which involves gathering information from subject matter experts and creating written resources that even non-technical people can easily understand and follow, I realized the work was not as rewarding or fulfilling as I wish it would be. So, I embarked on some introspection to evaluate my personality, my strengths, what I enjoyed about my prior work, and what I most want to do in the future…be a source of support and empowerment for others.

Maria Darden

Orangevale, California

Maria Darden

11 years of experience

I am a Lamaze certified Childbirth Educator and a birth doula. I have been attending births in a doula role since 2014 and been an educator since 2018. I am committed to increasing education and knowledge about birth into the hands of expectant parents who can most benefit from it and put it to use! I believe birth is fundamentally a natural, healthy, physiological process. I believe that birth works best when undisturbed the majority of the time. I do acknowledge that at times the use of judicious intervention is necessary, beneficial, and increases the safety of mother and baby.

Graciela Vaca navarro

San Lorenzo, California

Graciela Vaca navarro

6 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello, I am a woman in love with life, mother of three wonderful children., I love caring for and helping others. six years ago I began this wonderful adventure, helping more than 130 women in their pregnancy and postpartum, helping both in the care of their babies as well as themselves, guiding them in this precious period, so that they can enjoy this time with their baby and make beautiful memories.

Alla Irwin

San Francisco, California

Alla Irwin

8 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am a mother of 2, birth and Postpartum doula and a photographer leaving in San Francisco. I am observant, thoughtful person with a good sense of humor who enjoyed walks, books, tea, plants and good conversations.

Maya Jones

Pleasanton, California

Maya Jones

6 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi, I’m Maya Jones a Certified Full Spectrum Doula and Placenta Care Specialist dedicated to supporting you through every stage of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. My mission is to create safe, empowering experiences for all birthing people—honoring your unique birth preferences, whether natural, medicated, cesarean, or VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean). Growing up in East Palo Alto, I was inspired by the strength of my community and the compassion of my grandmother and mother, who were community leaders and nurturers. Their example taught me to lead with advocacy, care, and an unwavering commitment to uplifting others. With over a decade of childcare experience and a passion for birth work sparked in 2017, I founded All Hues LLC in 2023 to provide holistic, personalized care. My comprehensive training in Birth, Loss, and Postpartum Care, alongside certifications in Placenta Encapsulation and OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Safety, equips me to meet your needs with evidence-based knowledge, practical tools, and emotional reassurance. I am committed to addressing inequities in perinatal care and providing inclusive, affirming support to all families, especially Black families, families of color, LGBTQ+ families, single parents, and surrogates. Through compassionate guidance, I help you navigate the challenges and joys of parenthood with confidence and ease. Whether you’re looking for birth planning, hands-on labor support, lactation guidance, postpartum recovery care, or placenta encapsulation, my goal is to ensure you feel seen, respected, and cared for every step of the way. Let’s create a birth and postpartum experience that empowers you to not just survive but thrive!

Gabrielle Espinosa

Folsom, California

Gabrielle Espinosa

7 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi there! I'm thrilled to share that I've been on an incredible and rewarding journey as a birth and postpartum doula since 2019. Throughout these enriching years, I've expanded my expertise by becoming a certified Lactation Counselor and Certified Carseat Technician, allowing me to provide comprehensive support to the families I serve. It brings me such profound joy and fulfillment to connect with growing families from every background imaginable, each with their own unique story and journey into parenthood! My heart's deepest wish and professional mission is to be there for you during this transformative life transition - both as you prepare for your little one's arrival and in those precious, tender moments afterward. I'm committed to providing compassionate, knowledgeable support that honors your individual needs and choices during this special time.

Kim Knapp

San Francisco, California

5.0 (4 reviews)

Kim Knapp

6 years of experience
Accepts insurances

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 have also supported many births on the Peninsula at Mills, Sequoia, Kaiser RWC and Stanford.

Recent review

My partner and I loved working with Kim! Our sessions with her pre-birth were very valuable and informative. Even though we originally prepared for a vaginal birth, I ended up with a scheduled c-section due to the positioning of my twins. Kim helped us navigate the conversations with my doctor so that we were asking the right questions and felt comfortable with our decision. During the operation, she provided much needed emotional support and afterwards, made sure my partner also had skin to skin with both babies. I ended up with a very positive birth experience even though it didn’t go as originally planned. I would highly recommend having Kim as your doula!

- J L.

Rebecca Gensch

Rocklin, California

Rebecca Gensch

6 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi, I’m Becca. As a passionate birth worker, I've dedicated my life to empowering and supporting families through the transformative journey of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Inspired by Ina May Gaskin's profound words, I firmly believe that the birthing experience shapes one's emotions, mind, body, and spirit. My journey began with doula work in 2019, where I've had the privilege of witnessing strong mothers bring forth life. In the sacred space of postpartum, I've supported families through various challenges, from colic to postpartum mental health. In July 2020, my path took a new turn as I completed my Midwifery Assistant training, followed by blindly applying to the National College of Midwifery. Guided by local midwives, I'm on a transformative journey to becoming the best version of myself in the field. Over time, my business has grown, and I now lead an incredible team of passionate doulas. Our village is committed to supporting families without imposing our beliefs. We understand the uniqueness of each family and strive to empower you to make choices that resonate with your intuition and values. If you're seeking support during your journey, trust your intuition. Our team is here to be a part of your village, offering guidance and love. As the leader of this wonderful team, I ensure that each doula shares our philosophy: to help you feel empowered and ready for parenthood, without pushing any preconceived agenda. We're here to walk alongside you, embracing your individual path to parenthood.

Tyler Jackson

Tracy, California

5.0 (2 reviews)

Tyler Jackson

5 years of experience
Accepts insurances

A certified herbalist, holistic doula & lactation counselor. Coffee lover. Brunch dates. Beach babe. Boy mom. Divine woman. I am here to help empower women to connect with their divine feminine, embracing the energy & wisdom of their ancestors to have the birth of their dreams. My goal is to remind them of the innate wisdom of their body. I hold space for mothers and families in every way, through pregnancy, birth, postpartum & lactation.

Recent review

I had my son unassisted at home in my tub with my partner and Tyler as my virtual doula support. She was so sweet and helped me ride my waves of sensations until I brought my sweet boy home. I was reminded of my affirmations and goals throughout and after it all, she helped me latch baby and we have been exclusively breastfeeding now for 14 months! Tyler provided me with support and answered my questions in postpartum, I couldn’t have survived baby blues without her.

- Sasha P.

Shelby Anuszczyk

Granite Bay, California

Shelby Anuszczyk

7 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hey there, I’m so happy you found me here! I’m Shelby, I’d best describe myself as an outgoing, holistic minded, birth loving mama. I’m a mother to two, and have been in the birth world for over 7 years. I have experience with home birth, birth center, hospital births(unmedicated, medicated, cesarean, inductions), as well as twin mamas. I am a trained birth and postpartum doula with a plethora of education including holistic health in pregnancy, nutrition, birth, breastfeeding, and all things postpartum. I’m here to help empower you to do everything you can to set yourself up for your dream birth, and also how to prepare for any outcome , mentally and physically. I know it’s hard to find the perfect person to welcome into your birth space and I would love to be given the chance to be what you need. Whether your a first time mom, experienced birther looking to do things differently, or praying for your redemptive birth, I’m here for you.