Midwives & Home Birth Midwives Near Me in Watsonville, CA

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4.9

Average rating from 41 reviews

9

Midwife providers near Watsonville

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From providers and requests on Bornbir. Updated November 2026.

Midwife rates near Watsonville

Prices midwives list on Bornbir · November 2026

Packages

Flat rate · typical $828–$8,000

$2,500 median

Hourly rate

Per hour · typical $60–$60

$60/hr median

Based on 8 package prices from 5 midwives listed on Bornbir within 150 miles of Watsonville, CA.

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9 midwives near Watsonville, CA

Lidiane de Oliveira Santos

Serves Foster City, California 9 years of experience

5.0 (12 reviews)

Lidiane de Oliveira Santos Popular: among the most-viewed newborn care specialists in California, last 60 days

Certification verified Responds within an hour

Hi family! I’m Lidiane, and my journey has always been driven by a deep passion for supporting families. For the past 9 years, I have dedicated my life to being a professional nanny, a role that allowed me to witness the beautiful, challenging, and transformative moments of childhood and parenthood up close. This long-standing experience naturally led me to my true calling: becoming a Doula. My philosophy is rooted in providing compassionate, evidence-based support that honors your unique birth and postpartum preferences. I believe that every parent deserves to feel empowered, heard, and cared for during this sacred transition. Having worked with families from diverse backgrounds, I bring a calm, organized, and multilingual approach (English, Portuguese, and Spanish) to ensure you feel fully supported every step of the way. I’m not just here to provide a service; I’m here to be a steady hand and a warm heart for your growing family.

Price
Packages from $1,100 · $60/hr
Taking new clients Starting Nov 2026 – Sep 2027
Recent review

Working with Lidiane was such a wonderful experience. She provided incredible support during my postpartum journey, and I truly couldn’t have asked for a better doula. She was caring, patient, knowledgeable, and always attentive to both the baby’s needs and my well-being as a mother. Her gentle approach, professionalism, and willingness to help made such a difference during a time that can feel overwhelming, especially as a new parent. I always felt supported, reassured, and confident knowing my baby was in such loving and capable hands. Beyond her expertise in newborn care, what truly stood out was how much she genuinely cared. She went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and supported throughout the postpartum experience. I wholeheartedly recommend Lidiane to any family looking for a compassionate, reliable, and dedicated postpartum doula. Having her by our side made this journey so much easier and more special!

- Sharon Miller

Joanne Gomez BSN, RN, CD, CCE, CLE

Serves San Francisco, California 27 years of experience

4.3 (6 reviews)

Joanne Gomez BSN, RN, CD, CCE, CLE Popular: among the most-viewed doulas in California, last 60 days

Responds within an hour Accepts insurance

Hello! I am the Founder and Nursing Director of Peaceful Passages Birthing Support Center. I am an experienced Labor and Delivery RN and Certified Doula of 25 years. We serve CA and FL, with multiple office locations . We offer a vast array of services, including, maternity concierge services , birth and postpartum doula services, Montrice services, Lamaze classes, Lactation support, placenta encapsulation, postpartum meal service, belly casting, mother blessing ceremonies, and cord burning ceremonies. We accept most insurance plans, including Medi Cal and Kaiser. We look forward to being a part of your empowering birth experience and journey!

Taking new clients Due Nov 2026 – Sep 2027
Recent review

honestly don’t even know where to begin because words cannot express how grateful I am for Peaceful Passages Birthing Support Center. As a first-time mom, I was excited about having my baby, but I was also terrified of labor and delivery. I had so many questions, fears, and moments when I doubted myself. From our very first conversation, I knew I had found the right team. My doula was absolutely AMAZING! She was patient, compassionate, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about me and my baby. I never felt like just another client. She checked on me throughout my pregnancy, answered my endless questions, and helped me feel prepared for something I had never experienced before. But it was during my labor that I truly realized how blessed I was to have her. There were moments when I felt like I couldn’t do it anymore. She never left my side. She held my hand, helped me breathe through contractions, applied counterpressure, encouraged me, and reminded me how strong I was. When things became overwhelming, she was my calm in the middle of everything. She was also incredible with my husband. She guided him on how to support me and made sure he felt included in the entire experience. What really stood out was how knowledgeable and professional she was with the nurses and doctors. She helped me understand my options, encouraged me to ask questions, and made sure I felt heard without ever making me feel pressured. After my baby arrived, the support didn’t just stop. She continued checking on us and making sure I was doing okay physically and emotionally. I genuinely believe my birth experience would have been completely different without Peaceful Passages. This wasn’t just a doula showing up to do a job. This was someone who genuinely cared about me, my baby, and my entire birth experience. If you’re pregnant and wondering whether hiring a doula is worth it, PLEASE do yourself a favor and contact Peaceful Passages Birthing Support Center. I would choose them a thousand times over. They gave me something I will cherish forever: a birth experience where I felt safe, supported, empowered, and never alone.

- Veronica R.

Angela & Kathryn Licensed Midwives

Pleasant Hill, California 6 years of experience

5.0 (5 reviews)

Angela & Kathryn Licensed Midwives

Responds within an hour

Hi! We're Aquarius Midwifery, a team of licensed community midwives proudly serving families throughout Contra Costa County and the Tri-Valley. We provide personalized, relationship-centered care for those planning a home birth, exploring Hybrid Care with a hospital birth, or seeking in home postpartum midwifery care. Our services include comprehensive prenatal care, home birth, water birth, postpartum home visits, newborn care, lactation support, and newborn screening. We believe you are the primary decision maker in your care, and we're here to provide the education, clinical expertise, and support you need to make informed choices throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. With an office in Pleasant Hill, we offer home birth in Walnut Creek, Concord, Martinez, Brentwood, Oakley, Lafayette, Danville, Orinda, Moraga, Pittsburg, Antioch, and communities throughout Contra Costa County. As well as Alamo, Blackhawk, Danville, Dublin, Livermore Pleasanton, San Ramon and the rest of the Tri-Valley We would love the opportunity to meet you and help you explore your birth options.

Price
Packages from $2,500
Taking new clients Due Dec 2026 – Aug 2027
Recent review

Angela was very helpful in guiding us on our 2nd child birth and giving us very helpful advice in just a 45 minute initial consultation. Unfortunately we couldn't go with them for logistical reasons but would love to use them in the future if possible!

- Waleed Asif

Birth doulas near Watsonville, CA

Birth doulas give non-medical support during labor and birth, alongside your midwife or doctor.

Brittany Shober

Capitola, California 8 years of experience

3.7 (3 reviews)

Brittany Shober

As a certified Birth and Postpartum Doula, my passion lies in providing unwavering support during one of life’s most transformative moments—the journey into parenthood. I genuinely love being there for families, offering guidance, encouragement, and a listening ear. Each birth and postpartum experience is unique, and I strive to create a safe and nurturing environment where parents can feel empowered and confident in their choices. My easy-going nature allows me to adapt to the dynamic needs of each family, whether it’s through soothing discomfort, offering practical advice, or just being a calming presence. I firmly believe that emotional and physical support during this incredible time is invaluable, and I am dedicated to helping families navigate the challenges and joys of bringing a new life into the world. It is incredibly rewarding to witness the strength and resilience of parents as they embrace their new roles, and I feel honored to be a part of their journey

Price
Packages from $1,400 · $55/hr
Recent review

Brittany was our postpartum doula! we cannot thank her enough for the support she gave during the beginning stages with our baby. She genuinely cared for our family and is so trustworthy and reliable. I was struggling with breastfeeding and she helped get my baby to latch properly as well as had amazing tips to increase my supply! Thank you so much for everything you did for our family!

- Katy J.

Klarity Coleman

Santa Cruz, California 20 years of experience

5.0 (4 reviews)

Klarity Coleman

Accepts insurance

I’m Klarity Coleman (they/them), a Clinical Hypnotherapist, Birth & Postpartum Doula, Prenatal Yoga Instructor, and Birth Hypnotherapy Childbirth Educator with over a decade of experience. Birth Hypnotherapy is also known as Hypnobirthing. I specialize in anxiety, birth, fertility, and prenatal yoga, with a strong focus on fear release and trauma-informed hypnotherapy. As a birth trauma specialist, I help families navigate getting pregnant, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with confidence, using proven techniques to ease fear and promote a positive experience. Whether you prefer virtual sessions or in-person support, I’m here to guide you. I proudly serve families across Monterey and Santa Cruz counties along with the bay area. I am able to bill Kaiser for reimbursement of doula services. If you are interested in learning more please schedule a free consultation with me. www.CreatingKlarity.com hypnotherapy@creatingklarity.com 831-293-9297

Price
Packages from $250 · $100/hr
Recent review

Klarity is a healer in the traditional sense of the word. Thanks to their caring questions and intuition, they deeply understood my husband and me and tailored our birthing classes and hypnotherapy sessions accordingly. Not only did they prepare us for birth, but for parenting itself. Thanks to our work together, I had the calm, empowered birth I hoped for. They were the best doula we could have asked for! In addition to their technical skill and training as a doula, they are also a gifted energy worker. Time after time, they helped us shift energy into more positive, value-driven directions, in the birthing classes as well as in the delivery room. In Klarity’s hands you will experience deep care and wise advocacy.

- Joanna G.

Sofia Bisbee

Santa Cruz, California 5 years of experience

5.0 (6 reviews)

Sofia Bisbee

Accepts insurance

Hi, I’m Sofia. I’m a birth and postpartum doula trained through The Circle Family Center, a certified 500-hour yoga teacher with six years of experience specializing in pre and postnatal yoga, and a trained mindfulness childbirth educator through the Mindfulness Childbirth Class with Nancy Bardacki. My work integrates mindfulness, embodiment, and evidence-based education to support parents through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with confidence, clarity, and calm. When people feel supported and safe, their bodies are better able to move out of the fight flight freeze response and into a more grounded, responsive state. This shift allows labor to unfold more smoothly and helps parents stay present and connected throughout the process. I meet each client where they’re at, honoring the full spectrum of birth preferences and experiences with compassion, presence, and care. As a mother to a three-year-old, I bring both personal insight and professional experience to my work, offering guidance that is informed, empathetic, and deeply rooted in lived experience.

Price
Packages from $3,000
Recent review

Sofia is an incredible person, who was there for me in my most vulnerable moments. She is kind, giving and warm, everything I needed pre and post partum. I’m so lucky that I had her for my start down the path to motherhood, and I hope everyone ca have a Sofia in their life!

- Jax C.

Sarah Denton

Santa Cruz, California 2 years of experience

5.0 (1 review)

Sarah Denton

Accepts insurance

I am a full-spectrum doula trained by Doula Trainings International (DTI) and hold a Bachelor's degree from San Jose State University. After experiencing the challenges new parents face firsthand with the arrival of my own two children, I dedicated myself to improving support for families during this transformative time. I firmly believe in the power of community, as captured by the phrase “it takes a village.” I am committed to being that supportive presence for your family, guiding you through every aspect of the birth, labor, and postpartum experience.

Recent review

Sarah was an unwavering source of support during one of the most physically and emotionally challenging experiences of my life. After choosing to have an at-home abortion, I found myself in the hospital due to unmanageable pain and later faced complications and prolonged bleeding for over two months. Through it all, Sarah was there—offering not just physical comfort, but deep emotional and mental support. She provided reassurance when I felt scared, advocated for me when I felt unheard, and helped me navigate the overwhelming aftermath with patience and compassion. Her presence was a lifeline, creating a safe space where I could process my emotions without judgment. Whether it was through gentle encouragement, grounding techniques, or simply holding space for my emotions, Sarah made sure I never felt alone in my healing process. I am beyond grateful for her kindness, knowledge, and unwavering care during such a difficult time.

- Lena W.

Leah (Ginger) Johnson

Serves Santa Cruz, California 3 years of experience

5.0 (3 reviews)

Leah (Ginger) Johnson Background checked · Sep 2026 Popular: among the most-viewed doulas in California, last 60 days

Responds within a day Accepts insurance

I am passionate about nurturing and supporting families through the transformative experiences of birth and postpartum periods. I have practiced body work and energy healing for over 20 years additionally for the last 2 years i have been practicing NLP and Doula work. I have worked with children and families for over 25 years in homes and school settings from zero to 18. I have experience in assisting natural labor Inductions, assisting in reducing anxiety, fears around birth, and preparing for birth with NLP and meditation practices. As a spiritually mindful doula, I blend my background as a massage therapist, Laughter yoga & yoga instructor, meditation teacher, and certified Master NLP practitioner, into a holistic, compassionate approach to birth, energy and intuitive work. With a bachelor’s degree in Speech Pathology and fluency in American Sign Language, I connect with diverse families, offering inclusive and empathetic care. My work is grounded in humor, active listening, and deep respect for each unique journey. I specialize in prenatal and postnatal massage, creating space for relaxation, healing, and connection. My NLP Skills help parents release old fears, limiting beliefs around their pregnancy, parenting, and birthing journey. Fostering a new way of being through empowerment and calm inner-presence. My goal is to provide physical, spiritual, emotional, and energetic support so families feel confident, cared for, and prepared for the beautiful path ahead.

Price
Packages from $220 · $55/hr
Taking new clients Due Nov 2026, Jan – Aug 2027
Recent review

Finding Ginger less than a month before my due date felt like pure fate—she literally approached us as we were walking out the door at a Meet the Doulas event, and we felt instantly warm, comfortable, and at ease with her. My labor didn't exactly go on schedule (he arrived almost two weeks late and required an induction!), but Ginger was our absolute anchor through every single moment of it. She is such a nurturing, loving, and caring maternal soul—so much so that we affectionately call her "Aunt Ginger." Leading up to and during the induction, she gave us incredible guidance, helping us try to get things moving naturally with advice on pressure points and keeping us grounded. Throughout the hospital stay, whenever the medical staff left the room, Ginger would quietly review everything with us, help us process what the doctors had said, and make sure we remembered the questions we wanted to ask. When the medical team brought up using a vacuum during delivery, Ginger gently encouraged us to pause, push back, and ask for time to discuss our options. Having her there to prep, advocate, and vouch for us meant everything—we ended up having a completely intervention-free birth and welcomed a perfectly healthy, beautiful 10-pound baby. Ginger was truly an angel during one of the most intense experiences of my life, and she is someone we will remember and cherish forever. If you are looking for a doula who will treat you like family, protect your birth experience, and pour her whole heart into supporting you, hire Ginger immediately!

- Katie K.

Midwife rates near Watsonville

Midwives set their own prices on Bornbir.

Packages

Flat rate
Near Watsonville
$2,500 $828–$8,000
California
$2,500 $450–$6,841
United States
$3,000 $800–$6,000

Hourly rate

Per hour
Near Watsonville
$60/hr $60–$60
California
$60/hr $45–$163
United States
$60/hr $40–$125

Based on 8 package prices from 5 midwives listed on Bornbir within 150 miles of Watsonville, CA. Typical range is the middle 50% of prices. Updated November 2026.

Recent midwife reviews near Watsonville

4.9

41 reviews of 9 midwives

November 2026

honestly don’t even know where to begin because words cannot express how grateful I am for Peaceful Passages Birthing Support Center. As a first-time mom, I was excited about having my baby, but I was also terrified of labor and delivery. I had so many questions, fears, and moments when I doubted myself. From our very first conversation, I knew I had found the right team. My doula was absolutely AMAZING! She was patient, compassionate, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about me and my baby. I never felt like just another client. She checked on me throughout my pregnancy, answered my endless questions, and helped me feel prepared for something I had never experienced before. But it was during my labor that I truly realized how blessed I was to have her. There were moments when I felt like I couldn’t do it anymore. She never left my side. She held my hand, helped me breathe through contractions, applied counterpressure, encouraged me, and reminded me how strong I was. When things became overwhelming, she was my calm in the middle of everything. She was also incredible with my husband. She guided him on how to support me and made sure he felt included in the entire experience. What really stood out was how knowledgeable and professional she was with the nurses and doctors. She helped me understand my options, encouraged me to ask questions, and made sure I felt heard without ever making me feel pressured. After my baby arrived, the support didn’t just stop. She continued checking on us and making sure I was doing okay physically and emotionally. I genuinely believe my birth experience would have been completely different without Peaceful Passages. This wasn’t just a doula showing up to do a job. This was someone who genuinely cared about me, my baby, and my entire birth experience. If you’re pregnant and wondering whether hiring a doula is worth it, PLEASE do yourself a favor and contact Peaceful Passages Birthing Support Center. I would choose them a thousand times over. They gave me something I will cherish forever: a birth experience where I felt safe, supported, empowered, and never alone.

— Veronica R., review of Joanne Gomez BSN, RN, CD, CCE, CLE

November 2026

Katelyn is a wonderful doula and I would highly recommend her and her services in your pregnancy and/or postpartum journey. She provides services throughout the Bay Area including the peninsula (such as Mountain View & Palo Alto), South Bay, and many parts of the East Bay. As a second time mom, I knew I would need some extra help during the fourth trimester. From the initial consultation, I knew Katelyn would be a great fit. She's professional, communicative, knowledgeable, kind, and responsible -- all qualities you would want in a doula who is caring for you and your new little one. I ended up engaging Katelyn for postpartum daytime services which was one of the best decisions. She made the postpartum experience so much smoother, easier, and less stressful. She helped with meal prep, laundry, and light household tasks, as well as provided education on the postpartum period and how to properly baby wrap and wear using a boba (cloth) wrap. She also cared for my baby so that I could do other things like shower, eat, and rest. This allowed me to focus on my recovery and bonding time with my baby. Katelyn also accepts Carrot benefits and Kaiser insurance, which is a huge plus for those who are eligible. If you're looking for an understanding, supportive, and empathetic doula, look no further! Katelyn would be a huge asset to any birthing person in their pregnancy and/or postpartum journey.

— Ruth R., review of Katelyn Berry

November 2026

Working with Lidiane was such a wonderful experience. She provided incredible support during my postpartum journey, and I truly couldn’t have asked for a better doula. She was caring, patient, knowledgeable, and always attentive to both the baby’s needs and my well-being as a mother. Her gentle approach, professionalism, and willingness to help made such a difference during a time that can feel overwhelming, especially as a new parent. I always felt supported, reassured, and confident knowing my baby was in such loving and capable hands. Beyond her expertise in newborn care, what truly stood out was how much she genuinely cared. She went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and supported throughout the postpartum experience. I wholeheartedly recommend Lidiane to any family looking for a compassionate, reliable, and dedicated postpartum doula. Having her by our side made this journey so much easier and more special!

— Sharon Miller, review of Lidiane de Oliveira Santos

Hospitals for giving birth near Watsonville

The nearest hospitals to Watsonville, CA with the CMS Birthing-Friendly designation, within 20 miles.

  • Watsonville Community Hospital

    Watsonville · 2.3 mi away

    CMS rating 2/5

  • Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center of Santa Cruz

    Santa Cruz · 13.3 mi away

  • Dominican Hospital

    Santa Cruz · 13.7 mi away

    CMS rating 4/5

  • Natividad Medical Center

    Salinas · 16.3 mi away

    CMS rating 3/5

  • Salinas Valley Health Medical Center

    Salinas · 18.4 mi away

    CMS rating 4/5

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