All families need care.
From dreaming of a baby to growing a family,
find transformational support with a Doula.
All families need care.
From dreaming of a baby to growing a family,
find transformational support with a Doula.
About this Birth + Postpartum Doula Practice
Philosophy
I believe in the village: one that instinctively gathers to support its members. However, for so many modern families, loved ones are spread around the world making the creation of a village harder than ever. Growing a family is a transformative time and a time when we need extra care. It's imperative to find someone who can care for you and your family when you need it. Sometimes, you won't even know you need it and believe you should be doing it all on your own. This is when I show up for you.
Services Offered
- Prenatal + postpartum care
- Labor + birth support
- Medical advocacy + layperson translation
- Lactation + feeding support
- Home prep + maintenance
- Baby hygiene
- Older sibling engagement
- Nutritional planning + meal prep
- Emotional support
- Recovery techniques
- Personal referrals to birth work specialists
- Family education
- Pet care
- Encouragement to laugh
Rates
- Daytime postpartum rates start at $55/hour.
- Nighttime postpartum rates start at $65/hour.
- Birth packages start at $3200.
- Various insurance policies accepted (just ask)
- No one turned away for lack of funds.
Clients + Families
I am a member of a blended, beautiful, blood, and chosen family. My passion is supporting *all* families, whatever the makeup, in their dream to grow.
- New families
- Queer families
- Families of color
- Families via surrogacy
- Families via adoption
- Families of multiples
- Families undergoing fertility treatments
- Single parents by choice
- Nontraditionally-structured families
- Blended families
- Neurodiverse families
- Your family
Education + Credentials
- DONA International Birth Doula certification (in progress)
- Spinning Babies Professional Workshop
- Cornerstone Postpartum Doula certification
- Hospital Friendly Doula certification (in progress)
- General and Professional Liability Insurance
- Carrot Insurance approved
- Medi-Cal Provider
- Red Cross Adult and Child/Infant CPR, AED, & First Aid certification
- Connection, Calm, and Confidence using the Rebozo w/ Gena Kirby certification
- Alta Bates Volunteer Doula (2024-2025)
- University of British Columbia, BEd + MA (2008 + 2009)
- Oberlin College, BA (2001)
Available for a phone chat, home visit, or a coffee at your favorite local spot. (My treat.)
Our first connection is free of charge - however you are most comfortable meeting, let's find out together how best I can support you and your family.
Sarah Wolfman-Robichaud
