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5.0★

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Found 32 Doulas near Merced, CA

Karly Penton

Sonora, California

5.0 (4 reviews)

Karly Penton

12 years of experience
Accepts insurance

Hey there! I’m Karly, here to help you navigate the wild world of the best job in the world, being a parent! With over 10 years of experience and a passion for helping others. Whether you’re a first-time parent or adding another baby to the family, I’m here to provide the guidance and encouragement you need. When I’m not busy supporting other families as a doula, I am a mom of two amazing kiddos and a wife. Or you may see me assisting in bringing new life into the world as a Labor and Delivery RN. I recently started my journey as a pregnancy, birth, and postpartum Doula. I am also a International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). After my own struggles with breastfeeding my daughter, I set out to become more educated and trained to help my patients, friends, and family with breastfeeding. I am passionate about getting parents thru the early days with a minimal amount of tears (sorry, there will always be some). If you need tips on latching, positioning, bottle feeding, figuring out pumping schedules, managing clogged ducts or mastitis or just need a support experienced mama in your corner, I’m your gal!

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Karly was an amazing doula and lactation consultant for my wife. She went above and beyond and was crucial in helping my wife feel more confident in breastfeeding before leaving the hospital. She was also a very kind and calming presence during labor. We can't thank her enough.

- Rob L.

Nubia Jones

Fresno, California

Nubia Jones

14 years of experience

**Please note: I am moving from NYC to Cali☀️ Starting in Sept 2026, my services will be offered in Fresno, Ca and surrounding areas. I look forward to supporting you ☺️ I’m Nubia, a mom of five (teens & young adults). I have 25years of experience in the birth, postpartum & newborn care field. For 14yrs, I’ve been professionally serving families as a certified birth doula, postpartum doula, parent educator, certified breastfeeding counselor (CLC), an integrative nutrition health coach (IIN) and a student midwife. My journey started in the year 2000 in my hometown of Washington, DC. In 2015, I relocated to the New York area. In Fall of 2026, I’ll be relocating to Cali! My philosophy: Mothers deserve to be respected, heard and nurtured doing this major transition in life to becoming a mom, whether it’s for the first time or the 8th time! I truly believe It takes a village to raise a family which is what led me to my purpose, heart-centered work of supporting mothers & families. I’m a strong advocate for mothers and families birthing in all settings including hospital, home & birth centers. I respect the many choices in mothering and parenting. It's an honor to walk the path of mothering with women as they navigate the many options we have today. I strongly believe in the woman's ability to grow, birth and nourish her baby with her natural, innate abilities while also respecting the need or preference of medical support along the way. It's all about the balance of holistic & medical. My support also includes follow up postpartum healing practices for mom, lactation and pumping support, newborn care and parent coaching. On my spare time I enjoy indulging in health & wellness therapies, spending time in nature, traveling, cooking, dancing, and enjoying quality time with my teenage and young adult children.

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Recent doula reviews near Merced

Rejeanna was there throughout my whole pregnancy, birth, and post partum. I learned so much during my pregnancy from her and she just really listened to me and how I felt. Then while delivering she was amazing and helped me as a first time momma after I delivered. She has not only been an amazing doula but she has also become a friend.

— Cali Large, review of Rejeanna Bonnett February 2026

Rejeanna was my doula for my VBAC in 2024. I cannot say enough good things about Rejeanna. From the moment labor began, she was calm, supportive, and incredibly knowledgeable. She coached me through contractions with confidence and reassurance, helping me stay grounded and focused even when things became intense and uncertain. Throughout my labor, especially while navigating a VBAC in a hospital setting that wasn’t always supportive, Rejeanna was my advocate, my voice, and my steady presence. She reminded me to trust my body and helped me work through each contraction with intention and strength.Without her support, guidance, and encouragement, I truly don’t believe I would have been able to achieve my VBAC. Rejeanna made me feel empowered, supported, and capable every step of the way. I am forever grateful for her and would recommend her to anyone looking for a doula who genuinely cares and shows up fully for their clients.

— Nat Castro, review of Rejeanna Bonnett February 2026

Rejeanna is an AMAZING doula! She played such a huge role in my birth experience and I'll forever be grateful for her. She is caring, calm, knowledgeable... everything you'd want and more! We connected instantly and she made me feel so supported. She answered all my questions and made me feel confident in my decisions. I'm so fortunate to have had her by my side! If you're considering hiring a doula, I could not recommend Rejeanna enough!!

— Nora Stinhilver, review of Rejeanna Bonnett February 2026

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