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.

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.

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.

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.

Melissa Guerra

Riverside, California

Melissa Guerra

7 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello! My name is Melissa Guerra, and I am a birth and postpartum doula, a certified lactation specialist, a yoga teacher, and a mother to 5 amazing humans. I center my practice around trusting our bodies and using my knowledge of physiological birth, to make labor as smooth as possible. I also view birth as one of the most sacred moments we can experience, and want to make sure each parent experiences that as well. I am passionate about postpartum care as well, and love coming along side families during the transition. I bring my knowledge, experience and caring with me to every postpartum visit. I truly love what I get to do, and consider it nothing less than an honor to share these moments with families.

Sameeha Ali

Riverside, California

Sameeha Ali

5 years of experience

Hello! I'm Sameeha Ali, the heart and soul behind The Doula Seed. My mission is to nurture and support parents through their unique birth journeys. Inspired by the belief that "when you plant a seed of love, it is you that blossoms," I advocate for personalized birthing experiences, blending professional knowledge with intuitive care. At The Doula Seed, we honor each family's story, cherishing every journey and nurturing every new beginning with compassion and understanding. Whether you seek traditional support or alternative methods, I'm here to guide and empower you with tailored care. Join me on a journey where every birth celebrates growth, empowerment, advocacy, and longevity.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Desiree Alcaraz

Fontana, California

Desiree Alcaraz

5 years of experience
Accepts insurances

At Auratohn, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and culturally sensitive Doula support to women of color and single mothers during the transformative journey of childbirth. We believe that every woman deserves access to high-quality, evidence-based care that honors her unique needs and preferences. Our mission is to empower and advocate for these underrepresented communities by creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space where they can feel seen, heard, and supported. Through our skilled and personalized services, we strive to promote positive birth experiences, healthy outcomes, and lifelong connections between mothers, babies, and families. We are committed to breaking down barriers, challenging systemic inequalities, and promoting equity in maternal health care.

La Kiesha Davis

Fontana, California

La Kiesha Davis

13 years of experience

La Kiesha Davis, Student Midwife, Birth Doula, Certified Midwife Assistant, and Wellness Practitioner. My holistic journey began professionally 10 years ago and has grown into a complete lifestyle and passion. As a birth worker I have attended 106 births in various settings including home, birth center, and hospitals. Throughout my own life’s journey starting at a very young three years old, I have both fallen deeply in love with all things holistic and gathered various skills that have made me the woman I am today. My intention is to teach women to know and understand their worth and individuality by providing them hope and confidence in themselves. By integrating my knowledge of both western medicine as well as complementary and alternative medicine I am able to initiate self-efficacy for women throughout their lifespan and birth experiences. In my free time, you’ll find me at the beach, hiking, and spending time with my family and friends and always with a cup of tea.

Grace Halling

Murrieta, California

Grace Halling

3 years of experience

Hello everyone, my name is Grace and I am taking courses to become a postpartum doula. I am currently a lead teacher in a 12-24 month old classroom. I have also had ample experience helping in the infant room of the learning center that I am employed with. I have brought my services here because I want to help be the support families need after having a child. Right now I am specifically looking to be a nanny or a night nanny based on what you may need.

Jillian Davidsson

Murrieta, California

Jillian Davidsson

16 years of experience

Hi! I’m a homeschooling, crunchy mama to 7 children, ranging in ages from 22 down to 12! I love babies, animals, plants, and Disneyland! PAXbaby has been my passion for many years, and I’ve been given the privilege to support parents through birth, breastfeeding, babywearing, and beyond! I’d love to meet you & your family!

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.

Gwyneth Ibemessie

Moreno Valley, California

Gwyneth Ibemessie

12 years of experience

Hi, my name is Gwyneth! I would love the opportunity to care for your child. I have over 10 years of experience working with children. My mom owns a daycare, so I grew up in that environment, and once I was old enough, I began volunteering and working there (starting around age 11). I also have a one-year-old sister, which has given me even more hands-on experience with infants and toddlers. I have drivers license and a car, I am cpr and first aid certified Currently, I work at a nursery with children ages 0–12, and I also look after a one-year-old girl part-time. • Mondays–Wednesdays: 8:50 AM – 12:50 PM If there’s a way to adjust schedules to best support your family’s needs, I would be happy to work that out together. I’d love to connect and talk more about how I can support your family! Best, Gwyneth

Sarah Swanson

Menifee, California

Sarah Swanson

3 years of experience

Hi! I’m Sarah! I am located in Menifee, Ca. My passion has always been to help people. I enjoy learning new skills, I enjoy a calm atmosphere where everyone is confident to be themselves. In my free time, I love to read, draw and riding bikes and exploring nature.

Katherine Robinson

Los Angeles, California

5.0 (1 review)

Katherine Robinson

Hi! I’m Katherine! I’m a newer doula looking to gain more experience. With over four years of nanny experience, most recently caring for infants, I'm excited to expand my schedule outside my current nanny position to focus on postpartum doula work. I absolutely love being with families, nurturing babies, and supporting birthing parents. This work isn't just a job; it's where I belong. As a loving and intentional doula, my support is rooted in the understanding that welcoming a new baby is a significant transition for every family. While I enjoy music, animals, and spending time with my family, birthwork is a true passion that deeply integrates into my personal life.

Recent review

Katherine is a wonderful nanny because she connects naturally with children and makes them feel safe and supported. Her patience allows her to handle any situation with calm confidence, even on the busiest days. She brings genuine understanding to every interaction, meeting kids exactly where they are. Above all, she is consistently reliable, giving families peace of mind knowing they can always count on her.

- Frank C.

eldrid odriscoll

Topanga, California

5.0 (2 reviews)

eldrid odriscoll

15 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am a birth and postpartum doula who serves the greater Los Angeles area. I have been a doula sine 2011 and am also a lactation educator and mother of three.

Recent review

I cannot speak highly enough of Eldrid's invaluable support during my postpartum recovery. After my C-section, she became an indispensable part of our household, seamlessly managing tasks that allowed me to focus on healing and bonding with my newborn. Eldrid not only cooked delicious and nutritious meals that nourished our family (by the way, she makes the BEST lactation chocolate chip cookies and tapioca pudding), but she also ensured our home was consistently tidy and organized. Her attention to detail in laundry and housekeeping meant I could rest without worry. The soothing massages she provided for my feet, shoulders, neck, and hands were incredibly therapeutic and helped relieve the tension that comes with new motherhood. Beyond the physical care, Eldrid went above and beyond by taking expert care of our baby, allowing me precious moments to nap, shower, or simply take a solo walk for much-needed self-care. Eldrid's understanding and compassionate demeanor made me feel supported and understood during those overwhelming first weeks as a new mom. I remember when I had my first experience with breast engorgement. I was terrified and texted Eldrid, and she immediately knew the fix and brought over some cabbage leaves to help manage the pain. Eldrid's dedication to both my baby's well-being and my own was evident in every interaction. She listened attentively to my concerns and offered invaluable guidance and reassurance. Her nurturing presence not only eased the transition into motherhood but also fostered a sense of confidence and empowerment in my new role. I am profoundly grateful to Eldrid for her unwavering support and expertise during a pivotal time in our lives. Her professionalism, kindness, and genuine care have left an indelible mark on our family's journey. I wholeheartedly recommend Eldrid to any parent seeking compassionate and knowledgeable postpartum care. My family misses her greatly!

- Abby D.