Layla Gonsalez

Newborn Care Specialist

Portland, Oregon

7 years of experience

5.0

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About me

Are you or someone you know expecting a baby this winter? If you're looking for extra support as you welcome your little one home, I can help. As a local Postpartum Doula and Newborn Care Specialist , I currently have openings for clients due between October and December. Whether you need assistance with infant care, postpartum help, or nutritional guidance, I'm here to provide the support you need during this special time. Did I mention I offer overnight support during those first few weeks ? You heard that right! The best part about it all - the consultation is ALWAYS FREE! Not expecting but know someone who is - give the gift of postpartum care this upcoming holiday season with a gift certificate for care ranging from 4 to 8 hours of support ❤️ Questions? Our inbox here is always open as well as sending an email via our website www.motheringthemotherportland.com !

Education

Honors Diploma (2018)

Certification and training

Postpartum Doula Childbirth International (2024)

Newborn Care Specialist Newborn Care Solutions (2025)

Prenatal/Postnatal Fitnesns Instructor (2024)

Memberships and affiliations

Blue Dot Ambassador

Credentials

NCS

Specialties

Anxiety Anxiety and Depression Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Baby and Toddler Sleep Coach Babywearing Childbirth Education Childhood Growth and Development Early Parenting Educator Exclusive Pumping/Bottle Feeding LGBTQ+ Multiples Newborn Care Newborn Photography Newborn Prep Nutritional Counseling Overnight Newborn Care Parenting Support Perinatal and Infant Loss Postpartum Care Postpartum Chef Postpartum Depression Postpartum Doula Care Postpartum Life Postpartum Photography Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Potty Training Pregnancy Complications Pregnancy Loss Prenatal Yoga Safety Self-Esteem Sibling Preparation Sleep Consultant Spirituality Stress Management Support in Pregnancy Loss Toddlers Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Yoga

Languages

English, Spanish, American Sign Language

Service introduction

Layla, originally from the small town of Reno, made Portland, Oregon her home six years ago, drawn by its stunning landscapes and expansive forested areas. Since 2019, she has been dedicated to working with children in the field of early childhood education. As of 2024, she has established herself as a Postpartum Doula and Newborn Care Specialist, demonstrating a strong commitment to delivering exceptional care to all her clients.

Packages

Daytime postpartum care

One-off non contract based Postpartum care for families during the daytime between the hours of 8am-8pm

$35.00

USD Per hour

Overnight postpartum care

Overnight one-off non contracted postpartum overnight care that is between the hours of 8pm-8am

$40.00

USD Per hour

Prenatal check up

Prenatal check up includes check in with baby doppler to hear heartbeat, measurements for belly, and if far enough along - birth plan and postpartum plan preparation. These types of visits take anywhere from 1-3 hours generally.

$100.00

USD Flat rate

Ratings and reviews

Average

5.0

# of Reviews

5.0

May 20, 2025

Layla provided wonderful support when providing support with our infant. She was prompt and professional as well as warm and nurturing. We seriously COULD NOT have gotten the sleep and rest we truly needed without her. Also if you get a chance to try her baking you'll be SPOILED! The best support we could've ever gotten during the postpartum period!

- Audrey K.