San Mateo, CA
Postpartum Rate
$60 to $70
Availability Remarks: Optional daytime and overnight support available. Flexible scheduling to match your family’s needs, especially in the first weeks. I ACCEPT CARROT
Postpartum Rate
$60 to $70
2 years and 27 families served
Type of practice: Solo practice
Clients per month: 1 to 2
Postpartum limits/restrictions: I don't have limits
BA/BS

My postpartum doula services are offered at an hourly rate, with flexible packages available depending on your family’s needs. I provide both daytime and overnight support, and I’m happy to discuss a plan that fits best for you. During the first week, I can also help with baby laundry and dishes.
San Mateo, CA
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5/26/2026
Thainara was an incredible support during Celine’s first weeks. As a first-time mom to a newborn again after many years, I felt overwhelmed at times, and having her by my side made such a difference. She helped us through breastfeeding challenges before my milk supply was fully established, including using a Supplemental Nursing System to supplement feeds while protecting breastfeeding. She also taught us how to bottle-feed in a way that reduced gas and helped prevent nipple confusion, allowing Celine to continue nursing comfortably. One of the greatest gifts she gave me was the opportunity to rest. She cared for Celine at night so I could sleep and recover, which was incredibly important for my physical and emotional well-being. After experiencing postpartum depression with my first child, having someone I trusted gave me so much peace of mind.Thainara combines kindness, and genuine care. I’m deeply grateful for her support and highly recommend her to any family looking for compassionate and trustworthy postpartum care.
5/24/2026
Thainara was our doula in spring of 2026. Thainara consistently embodied a caring and calming nature, punctuality, patience, professionalism, and knowledge. Thainara undoubtedly helped me heal faster and better from my c-section, and helped me be a better mom.
She cared so tenderly for the baby in the nights while I slept. From the beginning, my baby seemed comfortable going from my arms to hers. I always felt confident she was reading baby’s cues about needing to feed, sleep, burp, gas, etc. Our baby did not get diaper rash, which I attribute to how she was so watchful and changed baby in a timely manner. She swaddled the baby in such a cosy and skilled way.
I think baby slept better on the nights Thainara was there. She would hold him while he slept if he had trouble in the bassinet. She helped the baby feel more comfortable with issues like gas or reflux. For example, she noticed how our baby slept better when upright after nursing, and steadfastly committed to holding him upright in her arms until he digested his milk.
I could go on and on, but it boils down to this: Thainara is the best choice of doula you can make for yourself and your baby following the birth. I wholeheartedly recommend her.
1/21/2026
Thainara was an incredible support during the first weeks with my newborn. She is caring, knowledgeable, and calming, and helped me feel confident and supported as a new mom. Her presence made such a difference during postpartum recovery. I highly recommend her as a doula.
1/17/2026
Thainara was essential during my postpartum period. She is extremely attentive, caring, and highly knowledgeable. She supported both me and my baby with so much compassion and professionalism, and her guidance gave me confidence and peace of mind during such a sensitive time. I am deeply grateful for her support and highly recommend her services.
10/31/2025
I had an amazing experience with Tainara. She clarified all my doubts, stayed by my side every time I was feeding my baby, and asked me about my daily routine. She was truly present throughout her entire shift and gave me a sense of security during this new phase.
I truly recommend her.
10/31/2025
I had an amazing experience with Thainara. She clarified all my doubts, stayed by my side every time I was feeding my baby, and asked me about my daily routine. She was truly present throughout her entire shift and gave me a sense of security during this new phase.
I truly recommend her.
10/24/2025
Thainara helped us for the first two weeks we got back from the hospital while I was recovering from my c section and I can't thank her enough. She was very caring with our newborn and was very flexible to follow the routine we preferred. We got a lot more sleep thanks to her which set us up for success during the day and helped me recover faster. Highly recommend!
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