100+ Families
Supported through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum transitions.
Birth & Postpartum Doula
Grounded, nurturing care for every birth journey.
Evidence-informed doula care for San Diego and virtual families, with practical guidance that helps you feel prepared, supported, and confident at every step.
Meet your doula
Hi, I’m Ariel.
I provide grounded, compassionate support that helps families feel clear, informed, and cared for through birth and postpartum.
- Birth and postpartum planning tailored to your goals.
- Partner guidance, comfort tools, and practical education.
- In-home San Diego care plus virtual sessions worldwide.
8 Years
Doula experience across birth and postpartum care.
Carrot, Qualcomm & Maven
Approved doula provider for family-benefit programs.
Newborn Care Specialist
Evidence-based newborn support with sleep, feeding, and early adjustment guidance.
HIPAA Certified
Strict confidentiality and secure communication standards for every family.
Insurance Coverage Support
Kaiser (Commercial + Medi-Cal), Health Net (Commercial + Medi-Cal), Molina (Commercial + Medi-Cal), and Blue Cross of California (Medi-Cal).
American Red Cross CPR & AED (Adult, Infant & Child)
American Red Cross certification covering adult, infant, and child CPR/AED response.
Doula Coaching
Structured, practical coaching for labor prep, partner support, and postpartum planning.
Bengkung Belly Binding
Traditional postpartum support adapted with comfort-first, modern care guidance.
Personalized support for the season you’re in.
Whether you are preparing for birth or navigating postpartum, support is tailored to your goals, timeline, and family needs.
First-time parents
So you feel prepared, supported, and not alone when decisions come up.
Feeling anxious or overwhelmed
Ariel creates a calm plan and practical next steps—without pressure.
Hospital, home, or birth center
Support that adapts to your setting, your preferences, and real-world changes.
Postpartum recovery + newborn routines
Hands-on help so you can rest, recover, and feel confident feeding and soothing.
Virtual support that actually helps
Planning, partner coaching, feeding help, and follow-ups with clear notes.
Second (or third) baby
Support that respects your experience and makes this season feel lighter.
How support works, from planning to postpartum.
Choose your level of care, then complete the intake form to receive your consult booking link.
Birth Support
Calm, continuous support from early labor through the first golden hours—comfort techniques, partner coaching, and steady advocacy.
- 1–2 prenatal visits
- Labor + birth support
- Up to 2 hours after birth
Postpartum Support
Gentle care in the weeks after birth—so you can recover, bond, and breathe. Daytime help or peaceful overnight rest.
- Hands-on baby care
- Feeding + lactation support
- Support for recovery
Virtual Support
Personalized doula care by video—birth planning, feeding and recovery support, and follow-ups with notes and resources.
- 60–90 minute sessions
- Summary notes + resources
- Flexible scheduling
Bengkung Belly Binding
A traditional postpartum wrap to support the core, encourage warmth and rest, and help you feel held while you recover.
- In-home session
- Guided wrap + care tips
- Option to add follow-up
Additional support options.
Professional doula coaching and gift cards for families who want practical, meaningful support.
Doula Coaching
Mentorship for new and growing doulas who want stronger client communication, clearer offers, and sustainable systems.
- Single Coaching Call: $225
- 3-Session Coaching Bundle: $600
- Monthly Mentorship: $750/month
- 1:1 coaching calls
- Case-based feedback and strategy
- Pricing, positioning, and boundaries
Gift Cards: The Gift of a Doula
Perfect for baby showers, new grandparents, friends, and partners who want to give practical postpartum support.
- Choose any gift amount
- Redeem toward postpartum, virtual, or binding services
- Digital delivery available
Service area and availability.
In-home care is offered throughout San Diego County, with virtual support available from anywhere.
Common areas
San Diego, La Jolla, Clairemont, Pacific Beach, Encinitas, Carlsbad, Chula Vista, and North County.
If you’re outside these areas, request your consult—availability often works out depending on timing.
Looking for a doula in San Diego? This practice supports local in-home families plus virtual clients across the U.S.
Transparent packages and pricing.
Select the support that fits best, then submit the intake form to confirm fit, timing, and next steps.
Deposit reserves dates
Custom support options
San Diego + virtual
Virtual Doula Session
$175 60–90 minutes
- Private video call with calm, practical guidance
- Personalized summary notes + resources after (so it’s easy to follow)
- Action steps tailored to your due date, baby stage, and goals
Bundles + ongoing support
Single: $175
3-pack: $475
Monthly: $650
Birth Support
$2,500+ package
- Prenatal planning + comfort tools
- On-call support in your due window
- Labor + birth support (plus immediate postpartum time)
Package options
Standard: $2,500 • Deluxe: $3,000 • Super Supported: $4,000
Postpartum Care
$60/hr+ in-home
- Hands-on newborn care + soothing support
- Feeding help + recovery support
- Light home resets so you can rest
Rates
Daytime: $60/hr (5-hour minimum) • Overnight: $70/hr (8 hours) • Multiples: +$5/hr
Bengkung Belly Binding
$250+ recovery session
- In-home guided wrap session
- Care tips for comfort + warmth
- Option to add follow-up support
Binding pricing
Single: $250 • 2-session bundle: $450 • Add-on follow-up: $150
What the onboarding process looks like.
A clear three-step process so you always know what happens next.
1
Discovery Call
Your due date, goals, support preferences, and timeline are reviewed.
2
Plan + Agreement
You receive a clear package outline, policies, and booking paperwork.
3
Care Begins
Intake, support plan, and communication rhythm are set so support is predictable.
Limited monthly openings are reserved to keep support personalized and responsive.
What families say after working together.
Client reflections on feeling informed, supported, and confident through birth and postpartum care.
“I highly recommend Ariel. She is incredibly knowledgeable, experienced, warm, caring and has terrific intuition in all areas of pre and postnatal care.”
“I hired Ariel as our postpartum doula and she was amazing! She has so much knowledge and she definitely was a huge help.”
“Ariel is very nice and caring through pregnancy, labor, and postpartum! She was very helpful throughout my labor.”
“I cannot say enough amazing things about Ariel. She was our postpartum doula and made my postpartum experience so amazing.”
“Loved our experience with Ariel. It was our first baby and she was so helpful emotionally and educationally through my pregnancy.”
“Our time with Ariel was so special. She has such a calming, comforting and supportive presence.”
Practical guidance for birth and postpartum.
Follow for practical tips, postpartum guidance, and day-to-day support insight.
Frequently asked questions.
Quick clarity on timing, support format, and what to expect.
When should I reach out?
If you’re feeling unsure, overwhelmed, or you want a clear plan—reach out now.
Is virtual support actually helpful?
Yes—great for planning, partner coaching, feeding support, recovery questions, and follow-ups.
Do you only work in San Diego?
In-person support depends on location and availability. Virtual support is available anywhere.
What if my birth plan changes?
That’s normal. The goal is feeling grounded and supported when decisions shift.
Free resource: Birth + postpartum prep checklist
A practical guide to help you plan ahead, reduce overwhelm, and feel prepared for recovery.
- What to pack + how to plan
- Comfort tools and partner tips
- Postpartum recovery essentials
Start your intake, then book your consult.
Complete the contact form first. You will be redirected to the booking link right after submission.
Start your consult request
Use the full contact form so Ariel can review your due date, support preferences, and availability before your consult.
Quick response: Most inquiries receive a reply within one business day.
Quick details
Location: San Diego, CA (virtual support available)
Services: Birth • Postpartum • Virtual • Bengkung binding
Availability: Weekdays + limited weekends
Booking: Limited monthly openings to preserve responsive care.
Prefer to chat now?
Send a DM on Instagram and Ariel will respond within one business day.