Trained Postpartum Doula

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Smitha Gudapakkam

Smitha Gudapakkam is a trained postpartum doula. She is the founder and CEO of SAKHEE, a start-up that focuses on women’s health and well-being in the postpartum phase. Smitha’s vision is to make SAKHEE a trusted partner for all mothers and birthing people, and to transform the postpartum care landscape with evidence-based, holistic, and accessible

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NATALYA WHEELER

I am a Labour and postpartum Doula in the Durham Region of Ontario, Canada. I have been a Doula for the past 8 years helping over 200 families along the way. My mission is to take the fear out of birth and I do this by educating and supporting all clients through this emotional and

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A. Veronica Vaughn

Hi! I’m Veronica Vaughn! I specialize in Postpartum Doula care with a special focus in helping overnight. I have a love of new mothers and their babies and love to help on this journey.

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Laura Lucas

Hi there! Laura is a licensed massage therapist practicing for over 19 years and has worked with a wide number of prenatal clients throughout her career. She also has medical herbalism training, plant-based nutrition and cupping certifications. Laura is proud to be a CAPPA-trained doula working toward certification. Having attended several births, she is constantly

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A. Zulayha Zabair

As a skilled midwife and compassionate doula with extensive experience across diverse maternity sectors, I specialize in guiding families through the profoundly transformative journey of childbirth. Drawing from my broad knowledge base of pregnancy and childbirth, I offer comprehensive support in both postnatal and antenatal care, alongside specialized training in feeding and breastfeeding support. Dedicated

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Kelsey Roller

My name is Kelsey Roller. I have 8 years of Labor, Delivery, Recovery and Postpartum experience. I also have general breastfeeding knowledge from my LDRP experience. I am also Spinning Babies Certified. I am a mom of 4.5 year old twin girls and a 1 year old girl. We live on a farm where my

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Leticia Fidelis-Recine

I am excited to provide you with nurturing support during this incredible journey of early parenthood. I am here to offer a helping hand, a listening ear, and a compassionate heart as you navigate the joys and challenges that come with welcoming a new baby into your family. As your Doula, I understand that every

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Rachel Vence

Childbirth Educator, Birth and Postpartum Doula, Lactation Educator Counselor with more than 16 years experience offering services in-person in the San Diego, CA area and virtually nationwide.

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Marie Nowacki Ford

Marie is a DONA trained and CAPPA Postpartum doula with over a decade of newborn and infant care experience. She is also trained by CAPPA as a New Parent Educator. Through her experience as a nanny, she fell in love with helping families through the journey of parenthood. She witnessed firsthand how chaotic life can

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Neide Barbosa

Hey there! My name is Neide —pronounced nay-dgee— and I’m thankful for the opportunity to connect with you. I’m a laid-back person and lead my life with gratitude. I love what I do. The little things in life make me happy! The initial months of parenthood blend enchantment and challenge, particularly for first-time parents. I

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Emily Holehouse

I am a trained postpartum doula currently working toward certification. My job is to support you as you learn to care for your baby’s needs, both physically and emotionally. I am your teacher, cheerleader, and steady presence in this exciting and exhausting transition to motherhood. I help moms in the Santa Barbara, Montecito, Carpinteria, and

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Amanda Harras

Hello, beautiful friends! My name is Amanda Harras. I am so looking forward to caring for you and your beautiful family! I am married to the love of my existence. I am mom to 3 rambunctious and beautiful boys, ranging in age from teenager to toddler – so not much phases me (especially now that

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Melanie Ravey

Melanie is a devoted trained Labor and Postpartum Doula and certified Herbalist, a skilled maker, creative entrepreneur, and the owner of Wildcraft Goods, a small business that specializes in herbal teas, tinctures, topicals, and other apothecary goods. With a comprehensive focus on women’s health, covering menstrual wellness, fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum care, Melanie brings a

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Kerri Helton

I am Postpartum Doula and the mother of two amazing children. I have over 17 years experience supporting families with newborns. I specialize in overnight support. I attended Curry College where I majored in Criminal Justice and minored in Early Education. I also have 20 years experience working as an early childhood educator. I absolutely

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Megan Simmons

I have the privilege of supporting new families during the very exciting time when they welcome their new baby/babies home! My role is to take exceptional care of newborn(s), provide ongoing newborn/infant education with the latest evidence based information and methods, and to establish healthy eating and safe sleeping habits starting from the very first

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Wendy S Pankowski

Hello, My name is Wendy Pankowski, I have been an LPN for 21 years with 16 years experience in ICU.  I am a mother of four wonderful children of three pregnancies which were all delivered via C-section. Yes I have a set of twin boys so I also have the twin pre and post birth

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Sonya Rodriguez

I empower parents to trust in their natural ability to nurture their newborn during the postpartum phase, fostering a sense of confidence and self-assurance. As an overnight postpartum doula, my focus is to create a safe and comfortable environment for you to begin recovering and bonding with baby immediately. I serve families between the Peninsula

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Kelleen Berg

Kelleen draws on her personal experience with having late preterm twins with extra needs from birth (plus a one year old) as she brings loving care to your family. Her love for helping her friends and family with their little ones paved the way for her to explore becoming a Newborn Care Specialist as a

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