south bay area doula servicesFeel Held, Seen & Supported Through Birth
Supportive, personalized doula care rooted in compassion and curiosity—designed to hold space for your body, your emotions, and your voice.
Doula Support That Centers You
Care rooted in compassion and curiosity—designed to hold space for your body, your emotions, and your voice.
hi, I'm melissaI’m here to help you feel empowered.
My path to birth work began with my own births. In April 2020, I gave birth to my oldest daughter. Unfortunately, my own doula wasn’t able to attend my birth and the cascade of interventions left me traumatized and disempowered.
Years later, when I gave birth to my second daughter, everything shifted—I felt safe, supported, and deeply cared for. That experience helped me heal, and it lit a fire in me. Now, through my work as a doula, I’m able to support others through one of life’s most powerful and vulnerable moments, offering the kind of care and presence every birthing person deserves.
Doula Support That Centers YouYour Birth, Your Vision, Your Voice
There’s no one right way to give birth. Whether your birth plan is detailed or still unfolding, my job is to listen deeply and support your choices—every step of the way.
Together, we’ll clarify your birth goals and create a space where you feel informed, empowered, and at ease. I’m here to hold space for your questions, your instincts, and the shifts that may come along the way. Your experience matters—and you deserve to feel seen and supported throughout it.
schedule a free consultation todayIntentional support —compassionate, affirming, and always centered on you.
Together, we’ll create a plan that honors your values and helps you feel confident, calm, and cared for.
any questions?FAQs
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A doula provides continuous physical, emotional, and informational support throughout pregnancy and birth. I’m here to help you prepare for labor, navigate decisions, and feel held throughout your journey—whether that’s through breathwork, comfort techniques, or just a steady, calming presence.
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Not at all! A doula supports your birth, your way. Whether you plan to use pain medication, have a scheduled C-section, or are hoping for a home birth, my role is to help you feel informed, empowered, and cared for every step of the way.
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Midwives and OB-GYNs are medical professionals responsible for clinical care and decision-making during labor. A doula is non-medical—we’re focused on emotional and physical support, and we’re with you throughout your entire labor, even when providers may rotate or change shifts.
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Yes! I love supporting partners just as much as the birthing person. I help guide them in ways they can be involved and confident, whether it’s offering comfort techniques, holding space, or simply taking a break when needed.
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Any time is a great time, but many families choose to hire a doula in the second or early third trimester so we have time to build trust and prepare together. That said, even if it’s weeks before your due date— reach out! We’ll see what we can do :)
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Yes, absolutely. I offer a free initial consultation so we can meet, chat about your hopes for birth, and see if we’re a good fit. This journey is personal, and I want you to feel completely comfortable with who you choose to have by your side.
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