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Examples of Nearby Active Doulas

If you are looking for a birth doula near Long Beach California, here are a few to consider:

Birth Fee: $1750 to $2500

Postpartum Rate: $50 to $70

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Updated 3/18/2024

Certified Doula
VERIFIED CERTIFICATION
Years in practice
YEARS IN PRACTICE
5
Testimonials
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
1

Here is what a client named Jane has to say about working with Raquel:

I worked with Raquel as a post-partum doula after my twins were born.  She did daytime care.  She was very conscientous about their care, noting things that I might want to be aware of, like investigating if they had lip and tongue ties (it turns out they did).  She was very capable at caring for both babies at the same time, by herself.  She came with me to a few doctor's appointments and helped both care for the babies during the appointment and ask the right questions of the healthcare provider (I was tired and not always remembering everything).  She was also very helpful in organizing the nursery and keeping everything clean and in the right place.  I appreciated her support for me as well.  I didn't experience post partum depression or worries about parenting (I'm not a first time mom) this time around, but it was nice to have someone I could talk to about stuff and help with fun things like taking pictures (hard to do with two!).  And there were plenty of times I just took a nap, relaxed in the knowledge that my babies were in capable hands.  I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a supportive post-partum doula.


Birth Fee: $2500 to $4000

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Updated 3/17/2024

Certified Doula
VERIFIED CERTIFICATION
Years in practice
YEARS IN PRACTICE
4
Testimonials
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
17

Here is what a client named Patricia Carpenter has to say about working with Tiffany:

As a first time mom, my goal was to have an unmedicated hospital birth. From our first meeting with Tiffany, we knew she was the one to accompany us on our pregnancy, labor, and postpartum journey. It felt good to be in her presence and she made me feel very confident in myself!

Once I started feeling surges come on, I texted Tiffany to let her know I was starting labor. Later in the afternoon, my surges were really becoming consistent & my husband took over texting with Tiffany. Our plan was to labor at home for as long as possible. While I was laboring at home, Tiffany gave my husband direction and suggestions about moving me in and out of the warm bath, to the toilet, to the bed, using a warm compress, etc. to help comfort me. She guided us the entire time we were at home.

When it was finally time to go to the hospital, my husband texted Tiffany so she could meet us there. We arrived at the hospital and I was 9.5 centimeters dilated! Tiffany made sure my birth preferences were being honored, which I was so appreciative of while I continued to focus labor.

Fast forward to breathing our baby boy down & pushing him out. Our son began to crown and I continued to push. After pushing for a while after our son was crowning, the OB told me I only had two more pushes/surges to get baby out, otherwise we had to think about other measures. I knew there was no way I had made it this far, unmedicated, only to end up having a c-section. At this point, Tiffany really came to my rescue and reminded me of my closed glottis versus open glottis breathing and she gave me that extra reminder and push that finally helped me get baby out!! It was magical! Also, I felt so accomplished knowing I had the birth that I set out to have!

Lastly, Tiffany continued to support me postpartum and checked in with me to see how I was doing, emotionally and physically. It's such a huge life change, and having Tiffany's support postpartum was also key!


Birth Fee: $2500 to $3500

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Updated 3/16/2024

Certified Doula
VERIFIED CERTIFICATION
Years in practice
YEARS IN PRACTICE
3
Testimonials
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
5

Here is what a client named D'Ana Joi has to say about working with Breana:

From the moment I found out I was pregnant, I knew I wanted a doula on my birth team. Being a woman of color, having someone there to advocate for me during my birth experience was non negotiable.

 


What I didn’t expect was his hands on Breana would be during the months leading up to my birth. She gave me and my partner a wealth of resources to explore from books, to podcasts, and even an in-person pregnancy support group which we both attended multiple times.

 


Anytime I had a question, concern, or fear— I knew I could turn to Breana and she would offer me evidence based information as well as any nuances she could provide as a mother herself.

 


One thing that was extremely special that Breana did for me was record her birth stories and share them with me. It was so special to hear her experience and being able to ask her questions about her own birth left me even more prepared when the day came.

 


When I went into labor— I called Breana and she was there for us from the moment we felt we needed her support at the hospital.

 


Her presence during my labor was invaluable and irreplaceable for both myself AND my partner. I will ALWAYS treasure the memories we created together in that hospital room.

 


Moreover, after birth, Breana remained available to answer questions that are bound to arise as a first-time parent and she stayed invested in our experience and our son’s life as we navigated the first few weeks together.

 


Breana is a walking embodiment of the gift that doula can bring to your life. I cannot recommend her highly enough and am so grateful to have her in our lives even as our contract comes to a close.