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Nina, Certified DONA Postpartum DOULA and Birth Doula

The Support You Deserve, When you Need it the Most

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Birth and the fourth trimester are threshold moments, often tender and disorienting, where being truly seen and gently supported matters more than being told what to do. There are times when everything feels raw and unfamiliar, and what helps most is having someone steady beside you who knows how to listen and respond with care.

It’s in these moments that I found my calling, supporting families in a space where reassurance, presence, and emotional care are often missing.

I’m Nina, a DONA-certified birth and postpartum doula and trained Newborn Care Specialist. I began this work in 2017 after a life-changing birth experience that reshaped my understanding of what meaningful support can look like during profound life transitions. Since then, I’ve dedicated my practice to offering calm, compassionate, and judgment-free care tailored to each family’s unique needs.

My approach is rooted in the Birthing From Within philosophy and grounded in evidence-based care. I support families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with a focus on emotional wellbeing, informed decision-making, and respect for each family’s individual experience.

I work with first-time parents, experienced parents, single parents, LGBTQ+ families, and surrogates, and I have experience supporting high-needs pregnancies and postpartum mood disorders. I provide care across home, hospital, and birth center settings, meeting families where they are, both physically and emotionally.

My specialty is overnight postpartum care. These quiet hours can be some of the most vulnerable. Having someone present who can calmly care for your newborn while you rest can ease anxiety, support recovery, and help you feel more grounded as you adjust to life with a new baby.

My focus is on listening without projection, responding with care, and creating an environment where you feel safe, respected, and truly supported during this profound transition.

I’m based in Los Angeles and serve families throughout California. I also accept Carrot Fertility benefits.

If you’re considering doula support, I invite you to schedule a free 30-minute consultation call. This is simply a conversation, an opportunity to ask questions, share what you’re hoping for, and see if working together feels like the right fit.

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Qualifications

  • Certified postpartum doula (DONA)

  • Certified birth doula (DONA)

  • Certified Newborn Care Specialist

  • Child Birth and Infant Care Education (DONA)

  • CPR certified and First Aid

  • Lactation basics and breastfeeding for doulas

  • RIE trained

  • Up to date on vaccines 

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I accept the following insurance providers:

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Testimonials

Nina doula at birthing center

Nina helped my husband and I experience a birth like no other!

It was our third baby, but the first time with a doula and midwives in a birthing center. I am so grateful for those incredible memories and all the pictures she took! I recovered much faster this time around!
Lindsey T

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Nina helped me in the hospital room, and was there for me the whole entire time with the nurses, she helped me with things I did not even know about!

I’m so glad i asked her to be there for me and in postpartum period, she helped me feel safe!

- Sara

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Nina came in our postpartum period, and helped us for 3 months! She helped us recover in sleep, infant care, and a nice calming presence!

We still keep in touch!

- Sloane

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310-741-1278

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