Santa Monica, CA Service range 35 miles
https://www.isabelflandersdoula.com/
Birth Fee
$900 to $1225
Postpartum Rate
$35 to $50
Birth Fee
$900 to $1225
Postpartum Rate
$35 to $50
1 years
1 years
Type of practice: Solo practice
BA/BS
Post a testimonial for Isabel Flanders
5/27/2025
FTM, I've been hearing about the benefits of having a doula while going through my fertility journey. Isabel was someone I was able to book with close to my due date. Once we did an initial intake on zoom discussing our goals and birth plan etc. I was sure Isabel to be a great match. She was open about her experience timeline and how she fully support any type of birth without judgement or bias. But offering ideas from her experiences. I liked not being pushed to one way or another. She was very thorough with me, I didn't feel rushed and we got through so much. I felt empowered and excited. I was having a rough labor at home and Isabel provided tips for me and my partner to manage the contractions (I was overwhelmed and tired but had moments of relief with her ideas). When I was admitted, we kept in contact on the phone (text and call). I appreciated that she took me as a client because we lived so far apart. Isabel came as I hit 8 cm at night and stayed up with me. She went to get the nurses and staff after discussing with me about switching positions since I had the epidural. She reminded me and kept me hydrated. She was completely attentive to my needs. My partner got to sleep and be rested for pushing time. I knew to look to Isabel to feel comforted while the whole event felt tough. The team kept asking about meds and all but Isabel discussed with me about my progress without needing additonal interventions and I felt confident again and again. Overall, I felt the labor and birth experience was as best as it had been because of Isabel. Postpartum, she checked in a lot and even made delicious week worth of soups and discussed with me about my experience. Validated how I felt about it. I guarantee that if you have Isabel on your team, you and your loved ones will be and feel supported. Also she captured all the photos and videos as the hospital allowed. I am forever grateful to have those memories.
3/21/2025
I hired Isabel from doulamatch for my birth last October, and I couldn't imagine the experience without her! Isabel was friendly, professional and really respectful my preferences while supporting me before, during, and after birth.
After I first contacted Isabel, she came to my home to meet me and my husband. We had two meetings prior to labour where she was really organised with questionnaires and information covering things I hadn't considered. We also met her backup doula in case we needed to use a backup in a pinch. When in labour, Isabel came to the hospital and stayed with us for about 16 hours. Her massage, breathing techniques and support considering further intervention was invaluable. Around 6-8 weeks post partum, we had a debrief on the experience which I found really helpful as I could not remember a lot of labour. Her package included a 4-hour post partum session which was great.
Overall, I would recommend Isabel to any expecting family in the Southern California area. She was responsive and a great communicator. Isabel had recently begun working as a doula before my birth, however you could not tell! She was so knowledgeable and great with out baby from years of experience as a nanny.
2/5/2025
Isabel is absolutely amazing at what she does. She's the perfect Doula for new moms, and basically a lifesaver. Isabel was excellent with our baby and helped my wife while she was recovering and I had to go to work right after our baby girl was born. She even goes beyond what her duties call for without being asked. She takes initiative and that is absolutely helpful. Her calm and soothing energy made it super easy for our 2 babies to feel safe and comfortable with her, and that is exactly what you want in a Doula. I wouldn't hesitate for one second hiring Isabel to take care of Mom and newborn when it's most needed. She's the perfect hire for your Doula job.
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