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 Postpartum Doula in the Bay Area

I provide postpartum doula support for families throughout the Bay Area, including San Francisco, San Mateo, East Bay and San Jose. 
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Welcome to your Postpartum Journey!

Let's navigate this journey together with the care and support you deserve. The postpartum period is time of deep transformation, filled with love, joy, and new challenges. As your postpartum doula, I am here to provide guidance, reassurance, and hands-on help so you can focus on bonding with your baby. From newborn care to emotional support and practical assistance, I'll be by your side, ensuring you feel confident and cared for. 

About Me

My name is Gabriela

I am a dedicated postpartum doula with a deep passion for supporting families through the beautiful — and often transformative — journey of early parenthood.

Before becoming a doula, I spent over nine years working as a nanny, primarily caring for newborns and infants throughout their first year of life. During this time, I had the privilege of supporting many babies through the early stages of development, which gave me a strong, hands-on understanding of newborn care and the natural rhythms of this phase.

For the past few years, I have focused my work as a postpartum doula, where I have deepened my knowledge not only in newborn care, but also in supporting mothers during the postpartum period — physically, emotionally, and with thoughtful, evidence-based guidance.

This combination of experience allows me to care for both baby and parents with intention, sensitivity, and attention to each family’s unique needs.

My approach is gentle, respectful, and centered on creating a calm and supportive environment in your home. Whether I am caring for your baby, guiding you through feeding, or simply offering a steady and reassuring presence, my goal is for you to feel supported, confident, and at ease during this special time.

It is truly an honor to be part of such an intimate and meaningful moment in a family’s life.

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Why hire a postpartum doula?

Welcoming a newborn is a beautiful and life-changing experience — but it can also feel overwhelming, especially in the first few weeks.

The first weeks with a newborn can feel both beautiful and intense in ways you don’t always expect.

It’s a time of learning, adjusting, and finding your rhythm — often while you’re also navigating exhaustion and a lot of new emotions.

Having the right support during this phase can truly change how you experience it.

As a postpartum doula, I’m here to bring a sense of calm into your home. To support you in a way that feels gentle, respectful, and aligned with what you need — not what anyone else expects.

Sometimes that means helping you rest. Sometimes it’s guiding you through feeding or newborn care. And sometimes, it’s simply being there so you don’t have to carry everything on your own.

My intention is for you to feel more grounded, more supported, and more confident as you move through this transition — in your own way, at your own pace.

Benefits of having a doula:

  • More rest and recovery
    Especially during overnight care, so you can recharge and heal.

  • Breastfeeding and feeding support
    Guidance with latching, positioning, bottle feeding, and building confidence.

  • Newborn care guidance
    Understanding your baby’s cues, sleep patterns, and daily needs.

  • Emotional support
    A calm, reassuring presence during a time of big changes.

  • Peace of mind
    Knowing you have experienced support by your side.

Services

I provide personalized support for every family with care, love and respect.

day time doula support

Postpartum Day
Support

Minimal of 4 hours
(between 9am - 8pm)

overnight doula support

Postpartum Night
Support

Minimal of  8 hours
(between 9pm - 7am)

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Virtual support and 24/7 phone assistance

Offering virtual guidance and 24/7 availability for your family’s needs

My availability within these hours may vary depending on my schedule. If I have a night or daytime shift, my hours may be adjusted as needed. Please contact me to check my availability and schedule your service.

Testimonials

Gabriela was so amazing to work with! She is kind, thoughtful, and so sweet with our baby. She is incredibly helpful with not only caring for the baby, but also helping with household tasks when the baby was napping or I was breastfeeding. I can't recommend her enough! 

Adriana 
7/10/2024

Trainings and Certifications

ProDoula Certified Postpartum & Infant Care Doula
Birth and Postpartum Doula Training - Hospital Friendly Doula
Training in lactation support (2 courses completed)
Infant Sleep Foundation (0-3 Months)
Eligible for Carrot Fertility
Trustline Certified
CPR Certified
postpartum doula certificate from ProDoula

Book your Consultation

I will respond to your consultation request within 24-48 hours.
What type of support do you need?

Call 

(408) 807-7936

Email 

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