Doula Services in the Eastern Los Angeles and Riverside Area
When I was called to the birth world it was through a dear friend who I know was placed in my path to guide me to help others. I did not have the same support during my own three pregnancies and three miscarriages. She shared with me the valuable information about birth doulas. I never knew that this experience could feel safe and without fear, having a guide by your side. Someone to believe in you, your body and your choices. When I am chosen to support you it is with all my heart.
Our Philosophy
We hold the perspective that childbirth is a natural event and holds significance. The manner in which your child is brought into the world holds importance, not only for you but also for your infant. We advocate for individuals giving birth and infants to receive care grounded in well-founded research. On occasion, interventions become necessary, and in such cases, we emphasize the birthing individual's entitlement to make informed decisions. We affirm the right of individuals with good health, delivering healthy babies, to choose their preferred birthing approach. Ultimately, you are deserving of considerate support, a Birth to Latch doula, and a serene, affectionate birthing encounter.
What is a doula?
A doula is a trained professional who can provide continuous physical, emotional and informational support before and during labor. Doulas have been proven to lower the need for an epidural and use of pitocin. A doulas role is to help you achieve the best most memorable and positive birth experience you can have. Your relationship with your doula starts months before your baby’s arrival navigating your strengths and fears. Think of a doula as a trained guide to help you along the way.
What does a doula do during your labor?
During labor, a doula offers emotional reassurance, maintaining a calming presence. They employ massage, movement guidance, and relaxation techniques to alleviate discomfort and anxiety. Through meditation and breathing exercises, doulas aid focus and relaxation. They provide evidence-based information, enabling informed decisions. Advocating for preferences, they bridge communication between the birthing person and medical team. Doulas also coach birthing partners on effective support. A doula's role encompasses emotional and physical aid, education, advocacy, and partner guidance to enhance the childbirth experience.
Birth Support Packages
$4,840
Supporting you from pregnancy through two weeks postpartum. This package includes:
2 prenatal contacts to prepare for your baby's arrival,
A car seat inspection and review,
2-day childbirth education class, and
A private lactation home visit with a Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) within the first 2 weeks postpartum, and
30 hours of postpartum doula support.
This comprehensive option is perfect for families who want to feel fully prepared before their baby’s arrival and benefit from expert breastfeeding, sleep support, and reassurance during the postpartum period.
$3100
Includes two prenatal visits, a childbirth education series, a car seat inspection, continuous labor support, and an in-home lactation visit with an IBCLC. This package offers:
2 prenatal contacts to prepare for your baby's arrival,
A car seat inspection and review,
2-day childbirth education class,
A private lactation home visit with a Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) within the first 2 weeks postpartum and,
6 hours of postpartum doula support.
This is an excellent option for families who want to feel fully prepared before their baby’s arrival and receive expert breastfeeding support and reassurance afterward.
$2,300
Birth support includes:
2 prenatal visits (2 hours each virtual or in person),
A car seat inspection and review,
Continuous labor support, and
One postpartum visit (1-2 hours) within the first two weeks after birth.
Prenatal visits will cover all aspects of how you envision your birth, completing your birth plan and on call support.
The postpartum visit helps bring closure to your birth experience and provides an opportunity for referrals or additional support as needed.
Postpartum Support Offerings
NO baby shower gift or gadget can help you with breastfeeding, baby care, or the laundry like a postpartum doula can.
Hire the help. You won’t regret it.
15 Hrs/$900 = (3 visits in same week 5hrs each visit)- Ideal for parents seeking support the first week home. Additional hours may be added on as needed based on doulas availability. Breast and bottle feeding support. Baby care (diapering, bathing). Learning baby’s cues Light housekeeping Postpartum healing, herbal bath, self care.
30Hrs/$1,800 = (5 visits over 2 weeks 5hr each visit)- Ideal for budget-conscious parents, experienced parents, and families with challenging breastfeeding experiences. Feeding support for baby and mom. Baby care and additional education in infant massage. Getting out of the house. Baby wearing support. Light housekeeping, meal preparation, postpartum healing, sleep support and self care.
60 hrs/$3,600 (3 times a week over 4 weeks) Ideal for new parents, breastfeeding parents, those susceptible to postpartum anxiety/depression, single parents or partners with limited work leave, parents of multiples, and individuals seeking extended assistance or additional support. Will include all of above. Infant development education. Baby care and feeding support. Sleep support for mom.
*Additional hours available. Please book an interview to discuss.
What to expect with daytime doula support
Maternal Nutrition and Support
Support with Getting Daytime Naps
Herbal Baths and Belly Binding Support (if requested)
Breastfeeding Support and Lactation Troubleshooting
Education in the areas of Newborn Care, Infant Safety, Newborn Soothing Techniques and Infant Massage.
Feeding, Burping and Nurturing Baby
Bathing, Dressing and Grooming Baby
Tending to Baby Laundry, as well as Washing, Sterilizing and Preparing Bottles and Breast Pump Accessories
Restocking Nursery and Maintaining Necessary Supplies, and Emptying Diaper Receptacles
Running Errands (such as the pharmacy, grocery, shipping items, returning items, etc.)
Accompanying parents to Pediatric Appointments, if requested
Thank you for considering me to be a part of your birth and postpartum story. I am here to support you!
If there is anything you do not see within a package that you feel you would like as part of your experience, please feel free to bring it to my attention.
I require a 50% deposit at contract signing in order to reserve my availability for you. Any remaining balances are due on or before 37 weeks gestation. Payments can be made via cash, apple pay, check, or card. Unless using Carrot insurance and balance in full is due upon signing contract and approval by your insurance.
Payment plans are available.
Virtual prenatal visits are available for clients outside of the below service area.
Carrot Approved Doula Services
