A tribe of mothers supporting mothers

Mary's journey in the birth world started back in 1875  when her great great Aunt Hilda helped catch thousands of the Goshute Indian babies as a midwife. The love of birth and supporting women is in her maternal lineage. Marys mother gave birth to her at home with her 7 year old brother assisting the midwife in delivery. From a young age Mary's mother had always loved all of her 5 home births and had spoken so highly of them, in fact 30 of Marys cousins were all home birth babies. Mary was overjoyed when she got pregnant with her daughter Summer. She had her daughter at the hospital after 15 minutes of arriving, it was a quick and funny labor and delivery. Mary was laughing as Summer came out. About 6 months after her daughters birth, Mary, her mom and her sister became Yoga instructors. Mary started sharing her love of yoga with other new moms. About a year after that, she ran into a friend that was pregnant and her friend asked her to be at her birth. That friend offered to pay for her doula training at Bini Birth with the incredible Ana Paula through Dona International. Mary attended that friends birth and loved every second of it.  A few years later Mary finally got her home water birth with her son, and it was everything she dreamed of. Then 3 years later she had her 2nd son the same way. Marys friends and family started asking her to attend they're births. It wasn't too long after that she realized this is her true calling.  Combining her love of yoga and the poses that work so well in labor, as well as the meditation and breathing that can be so helpful. She uses Spinning babies and The Body Ready Method, as well as Hypnobirthing in all her Prenatal Yoga classes and with clients. 

 Mary currently teaches yoga and prenatal/postpartum yoga classes as well as mediation and sound bath healing weekly. She incorporates the 2 worlds into one healing modality to allow the mama a peaceful and fearless birth. Marys been trained in labor massage and healing touch, she's taken lactation courses and an Ayurvedic postpartum doula training, where she learned from Heng Ou, the Author of the books "The First Forty Days and Nine Golden Months". She loves to cook and combines that love of feeding new moms in her postpartum work. Mary supports and helps all births, she's done home birth, birth centers, hospital, medicated, unmedicated, inductions, cesarean section, single moms, surrogates, and VBACs.

When she's not supporting mamas, you can find her surfing at the beach with her kids, roller skating while her kids skate or singing karaoke.

Ali Palacios is a physical therapist who specialized in women’s health and orthopedic injuries. She has a passion for helping moms return to life post partum. She treats conditions including painful sex, return to exercise, leaking, prolapse, back pain, hip pain, tailbone pain, c-section scar management, and so much more. Her approach is hands on with an emphasis in manual therapy along with  involving fitness forward active movements to allow for improvement in function and symptoms. She has a passion for women’s health because of the lack of health care in this area and the need for advocates for the health of all women! 

Not only does she treat a variety conditions involved with women’s health and orthopedic injuries she is also a pregnancy and postpartum athleticism coach and does group classes and 1:1 programming to progressively and safely return to exercise in these phases of life! She works out of MBODY Physical Therapy + Wellness in Westlake Village Alipalaciosdpt@gmail.com www.mbodyptandwellness.com

Sports have always been a big part of Dr. Rachel Sanders life. Growing up she was involved in softball, soccer, and basketball and needed to see a Chiropractor for various sports injuries and injury prevention; she experienced first-hand how beneficial chiropractic care can be. Dr. Rachel quickly learned the many different types of chiropractic care and learned about pediatrics and pregnancy care.

This led her to pursue her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Sonoma State in 2018. While at Sonoma State she became more passionate in the world of Chiropractic and caring for the community, and she pursued her dream of becoming a Doctor of Chiropractic. Following graduation, Dr. Rachel attended Palmer College of Chiropractic, West in San Jose. She holds certificates for FMT Basic and Advanced Rocktape, FAKTR, and Webster. Dr. Rachel graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic West with magna cum laude honors. During chiropractic school, Dr. Rachel fell in love with pediatric, pregnancy, and postpartum care. Dr. Rachel has her Webster certificate which is a specialized treatment for pregnant patients. Dr Rachel has also taken ICPA courses for pediatric care. Dr. Rachel works with the doulas in the area as well as pelvic floor PT’s.

Dr. Rachel uses a diversified approach to her treatment to help decrease pain, increase function, and promote more movement. Dr. Rachel personalizes each patient treatment plan and includes spinal adjustments, extremity adjustments, and multiple soft tissue techniques such as Manual Release, IASTM, and Cupping therapy. Dr. Rachel will provide exercises, movements, and foam rolling tips to help promote health and overall well-being.

https://synergychiropracticpt.com/services/prenatal-chiropractic-care/

Dr. Heather Valinsky, owner of Nurture Family Chiropractic, is a Chiropractor with offices in Los Angeles and

Simi Valley specializing in pregnancy, postpartum & pediatrics. It is her passion to provide the best care

available to pregnant women, babies and the whole family. She is Webster Certified and currently working with

pregnant women and babies throughout LA and Ventura counties. Dr. Valinsky is having great success in

relieving the most common pregnancy pains including SI joint, pelvic pain, pubic symphysis, round ligament

pain, sciatica, hip & back pain and many others. It is important to start care sooner rather than later, in

achieving the best results not only to remove pain, but in allowing for women to experience an easier birth and

delivery. In pediatrics, she removes the neurological interferences and tension in infants and babies to correct

colic, torticollis, plageocephaly, constipation, reflux, latch issues, gas and ultimately making babies happy, calm

and relaxed to reach important milestones.

www.Nurturefamilychiro.com 

Michelle is a mother of two and a birth doula. Her deepest joy in life has been motherhood. She has always possessed an affinity for babies and fascination with pregnancy and childbirth. During her children's formative years, she served as a teacher's aide and substitute teacher at their school. Later, she dedicated five years to nurturing two boys, one of whom was on the autism spectrum, as a nanny. 

Michelle's own traumatic birth experience at the age of 17 left her feeling uninformed and powerless. Determined that no woman should endure such distress, she channels her passion for women's health and wellness into creating beautiful, empowering experiences surrounding pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care. Michelle believes that her diverse life experiences uniquely qualify her to provide compassionate and supportive care to mothers.

Melissa is a mother of five children. Surviving a near death experience during her second birth made her aware of the need for extra care and attention through the entire birthing experience. 

She opened and ran a beautiful outdoor daycare for over 10 years that specialized in early education from the ages of 3 months to 6 years old. She has worked as a Montessori teacher for over 20 years and continues to offer support and training at several local schools. She is CPR certified for infants and children. 

She has begun her journey into the world of night time care because of her love and adoration of infants and a genuine desire to help new mothers find the greatest joy and relief by giving loving nurture and care when mothers and newborns need it the most. 

Amanda is a mother and Birth/Loss Doula originally from LA and started her Doula journey there. Currently she is in Thousand Oaks, 5 mins from Los Robles. With 2 natural births (one at a birth center and one at home) and 5 miscarriage losses, she can guide her clients on many experiences. Trained with Emily from Free Birth Society and guided by the midwife Hayley Oaks, she began serving women almost 9 years ago. She is a Christian and can offer faith based encouragement (or not). She loves to provide clients with tools like hypnobirthing tracks, affirmation cards and of course engaging prenatals that prepare moms birth plan and education. She breastfeed her children for a total of 6 years and can offer advice and wisdom on nursing. She approaches birth with humor, evidence and patience. Amanda believes Doula Life is a calling and her passion for birth has led to training new Doulas as well

  As a dedicated childcare provider, postpartum doula, and massage therapist, Natalie brings compassion, expertise, and unwavering support to mothers and families during one of life’s

most transformative periods. With a genuine love for nurturing and empowering women, Natalie strives to create a supportive environment where both mom and baby can thrive.

With over 15 years of invaluable childcare experience as both a nanny and registered behavioral therapist, with experience in supporting children with special needs, Natalie brings a

deep understanding of the intricacies involved in fostering young lives. Additionally, her 13 years of expertise in massage therapy, particularly in pre and postnatal massage, further enrich

her ability to support families during the journey of welcoming in new life into the family. Natalie is currently training to become an herbalist and is studying at School of the Sacred Wild.

She hopes to add herbalism and plant magic into her healing practice to help aid in the transitions of pre and postnatal stages.

Growing up with her identical twin sister that has special needs, Natasha assisted her mother to care for her twin. For 20 years, Natasha has worked with toddlers, children, and adults with disabilities. She has also worked in Special Education Elementary School and managed group homes, teaching teens and adults to live independently.

Being a mom of three, having three pregnancies and births that differed from each other, she had a few challenges of her own including, developing postpartum depression. Natasha “understands that everyone's journey of birth and post-childbirth is as unique as their fingerprint and should be treated uniquely”, so she’s here to reinforce and empower you through one of the most important journeys of your life.

Because of these experiences, Natasha has always loved caring for others. She finds joy in helping other mommies through their fourth trimester. Her passion is to support moms in what can be a most exciting and challenging time. She provides a soft and hands-on approach, enabling new parents a gentle transition to parenthood. Encouraging them and teaching them as they learn to care for their baby and themselves.

Natasha focuses primarily on late night support, including holistic sleep training and encouraging healthy sleep habits. She offers invaluable assistance with the tasks and needs of your baby throughout the night, providing enormous relief and an opportunity allowing exhausted parents to get some much-needed rest. As a night doula, she offers invaluable help with the tasks and needs of your baby throughout the night.

She teaches infant soothing and coping skills for new parents. She offers breastfeeding support and will do light housework on overnight or day shifts. i.e.,

• Meal prep, i.e, making sandwiches, cutting up fruit

• Washing bottles, tidying the nursery, laundry

• Maintaining a daily log of infant’s feeding times and ounces consumed, diaper changes, etc.

Natasha makes it a priority to offer non-judgmental care with an aim to create a supportive environment for you as parents where you can express your concerns, ask honest questions, and receive tailored support based on your specific parenting style.

When Natasha isn’t out there helping mom’s she’s enjoying watching her children play their favorite sports, coaches' high school lacrosse, sings carpool karaoke with her daughter, designing and making t-shirts, being in nature, and going to the beach.

Aleks Evanguelidi LM, CPM has been working in birth for over 20 years. She began her work in birth while maintaining her presence as a nutritionist and as an herbalist and educator for Gaia Herbs. A firm believer and proponent in living a sustainable lifestyle, she utilizes her years of experience in nutrition to support her clients in having an extraordinary sense of wellness while preparing for conception or to experience the healthiest pregnancy possible.  She has become a GAPS certified practitioner so that she can support her clients in having the healthiest biomes possible prior to delivery.  This is also a large part of her preconception work. Having studied pre and perinatal psychology and birth, Aleks brings to her clients a profound sense of trust in their own bodies while supporting them in this tremendous period of transformation. She also is a student of Ellen Heed’s STREAM program which supports the healing of the perineum and remediation of scar tissue and pelvic floor repair. 

Over the years Aleks has worked with over 3000 clients, opened and operated as Clinical Director at The Sanctuary Birth & Family Wellness Center, trained over 25 student midwives, and has contributed to several documentaries and publications on birth related topics.  She is also an avid biohacker and loves integrating her work and her passions. She is currently expanding her offerings to online virtual class formats as well as birth mentorship and virtual consults.

https://www.aleksandraevanguelidi.com/about

The Midwife & More Christy Cannon is a board certified nurse midwife and women’s health nurse practitioner. As a former NICU nurse of 23 years, Christy felt the call to midwifery after attending a home birth and witnessing the raw and extraordinary experience of natural childbirth. She earned a masters degree at Georgetown University where she learned the art of midwifery and developed a passion for women’s health. In the first few years of working as a midwife, Christy has supported nearly 300 women during their birth, and has cared for many women throughout the lifespan with their individual health care needs. Christy is experienced and well-equipped to support you with your health goals, and if you need more specialized care, she has excellent resources to ensure you get the medical care you need for optimum health and wellness. Christy not only does home births, but she can do birth center births and will soon has privileges at Los Robles Hospital. She is the only Midwife in the Conejo Valley with the option of all 3. In the event you need to transfer to the hospital, she will stay with you for continuity of care. When she's not supporting mamas, you can find her spending time with her family. She is the proud mother of 5 beautiful children. www.themidwifeandmore.com

Blyss Young, LMCPM, is a home birth midwife, childbirth educator, placenta encapsulator and natural birth and family consultant. Through her guidance and love centered approach she supports families to birth in the ways that they feel most empowered. She is a firm believer in intuition, the sacredness and ritual of birth and the power of autonomy in birth. She has studied with both Dr.Stu Fischbein (LA's only home birth obstetrician) and many skilled midwives. She has been fortunate to learn the art of midwifery in addition to the unique skills of delivering Breech, Twins and VBACs. At the heart of all of her work is a deeply rooted belief in the brilliant design of the human body and the symbiotic relationship between baby and parent. She continues to strive to support the sacredness of birth as a rite of passage, in the hopes to resurrect lost traditions that can bring connection to our high tech low touch lives.
https://www.birthingblyss.com/

 I began my chiropractic career, focused on wellness for families in the community. After starting to have children and grow a family of my own, I became keenly aware of the specific needs for mamas and really felt the gaps in care offered by most conventional perinatal medicine. This left me seeking a community of like-minded professionals with a shared goal of better care of our mamas, our babies, and our families. After becoming Webster certified in 2018 and deepening my understanding of specific perinatal and neonatal chiropractic practices and treatment options through the international chiropractic pediatric Association, I achieved my specialty Certification by the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics, CACCP in 2022.  I am also a certified myomunchee practitioner.
My goal through care is to help children thrive to develop into happy, healthy adults. I use a diversified technique so that we can adequately meet the needs of each individual body and create customized treatment plans for the whole family. I’m here to facilitate healthy pregnancy, labor, and delivery experiences for parents and to aid in the development of your child’s body, airway, nervous system, and mindset.

https://www.brchiropractic.com/

Dr. Sandy Cordon, the visionary owner of Vida Holistic Health in Calabasas, California, is a dynamic chiropractor and functional medicine doctor dedicated to transforming lives. Specializing in women’s health, pediatric care, and sports medicine, Dr. Cordon delves deep into uncovering the root causes of physical and internal imbalances, delivering unparalleled patient care. Webster certified and a master of soft tissue therapies, she ensures optimal outcomes through personalized treatment plans. Beyond her hands-on expertise, Dr. Cordon empowers her patients with tailored exercise routines, nutrition guidance, and supplement strategies. Vida Holistic Health offers a range of cutting-edge holistic services, including ear seeding, biofeedback, red light therapy, PEMF therapy, infrared sauna, and neurotraining. This comprehensive approach reflects Dr. Cordon's belief that true health is the essence of life—Health is Vida.

https://www.vida-holistic-health.com/

 As a dedicated childcare provider, postpartum doula, and massage therapist, Natalie brings compassion, expertise, and unwavering support to mothers and families during one of life’s

most transformative periods. With a genuine love for nurturing and empowering women, Natalie strives to create a supportive environment where both mom and baby can thrive.

With over 15 years of invaluable childcare experience as both a nanny and registered behavioral therapist, with experience in supporting children with special needs, Natalie brings a

deep understanding of the intricacies involved in fostering young lives. Additionally, her 13 years of expertise in massage therapy, particularly in pre and postnatal massage, further enrich

her ability to support families during the journey of welcoming in new life into the family. Natalie is currently training to become an herbalist and is studying at School of the Sacred Wild.

She hopes to add herbalism and plant magic into her healing practice to help aid in the transitions of pre and postnatal stages.

www.alexstericlcsw.com

I was born and raised in Santa Monica. I am the oldest of 2 sisters, 1 brother, and my step sister with autism. My siblings and I are very close and I owe it to them for teaching me how to care and love children at a young age.  I have loved caring for children for as long as I can remember. I started my own neighborhood babysitting business at the age of 12, where I was mostly a “mother’s helper”, caring for small children, babies, and infants under their mother’s supervision. I took a course in CPR/first aid and continued babysitting throughout high school and college. I worked as a career travel nanny for over 10 tears. During this time I would accompany employers, managing entire households and assist mothers every day as needed. I eventually pursued  a career in Animation, working at Klasky Csupo as Assistant to the Director of Recruitment. After becoming pregnant with my daughter and realizing at one month that I would be doing it on my own, I had to reevaluate my career. I got my credentials to become a Montessori Preschool Teacher and became a teacher so that my daughter could be with me every day at work. For 10 years, my daughter and I fostered 6 children ages 5 months to 18 years old. We opened our home to students of all ages from other countries who were in the US attending in the ELS program at CLU. I wanted their parents to rest assure that their children were in the best care while away. I also wanted my daughter to experience growing up in a household full of children and love, as I did. After the pandemic, I quit teaching after 12 years to homeschool my daughter. I became a certified massage therapist and I dedicate my practice to helping expecting mothers relieve the physical and emotional stress that pregnancy and the demands of parenting bring. After experiencing my pregnancy alone, I wish I had known of all of these resources available.  I now thrive on caring for expectant and new families by helping find relief and relaxation, reduce stress, and ease pain. I am fully committed to providing personalized care by addressing specific concerns and creating individualized treatment plans. Massage is a wonderful way to relieve the physical and emotional stress that pregnancy and the demands of parenting bring. You will feel completely relaxed in my cozy studio listening to the sounds of a crackling fire and soothing music, while experiencing pure bliss on a comfortable table with pillows to add extra comfort. Essential oils are always a plus! I also offer  mobile massage if you would love a great experience in the comfort of your own home.

(805) 409-6272

Meet Meredith Cashman, LCSW, a perinatal therapist who's all about supporting new moms through the rollercoaster ride of motherhood. From navigating birth trauma to handling postpartum anxiety and depression, Meredith is here to provide a comforting presence and a listening ear. Trained in Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Brainspotting, Meredith brings a unique blend of therapeutic techniques to help moms heal, grow, and thrive on their motherhood journey. With a warm and relatable approach, Meredith is committed to supporting moms as they find their footing and embrace the adventure of motherhood. Whether you're seeking guidance, understanding, or simply a nonjudgmental space to share your experiences, Meredith is here to walk alongside you every step of the way. www.soulfirepsychotherapy.com

Becky Castaño is an Integrative essential health care practitioner and Licensed Acupuncturist. Becky has deep respect for western and eastern medicine. Her deepest joy has been motherhood, as a mother of four. She loves supporting and empowering woman throughout pregnancy to support positive birth outcomes. Becky's Initial acupuncture experience in 1998 ultimately inspired her to pursue a career in Chinese Medicine in 2006. In 2010 she achieved her (MATCM) Master's Degree Traditional Chinese Medicine from YoSan University and is California Acupuncture Board Licensed Acupuncturist (LAc). National Credential from (NCCAOM) The National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine honored as Diplomate of Oriental Medicine (Dipl.OM). She has completed post graduate studies in esoteric acupuncture, pregnancy, postnatal, pediatrics, male fertility and female fertility. Becky is a mother of four has a passion for God, family, nature, travel, gardening, waterpolo and natural child birth.  She is an advocate for human rights and informed consent. She loves to surround her self with like minded practitioners and midwives. https://bcacupuncture.square.site

Co-founder of Sunburst Vitality, has a special touch when it comes to fertility and women’s health. With a blend of acupuncture, massage therapy, and her nurturing former doula skills, Cheryl brings warmth and expertise to your journey. She knows firsthand how acupuncture can be a game-changer for fertility treatments like IUI and IVF, boosting blood flow, balancing hormones, and calming those pre-treatment jitters. 

During pregnancy, Cheryl’s gentle acupuncture sessions are like a soothing balm for all the aches and worries, helping with nausea, back pain, and even those restless nights. And postpartum? She’s there to support your recovery, balance emotions, and help you feel more like yourself again. Imagine having a dedicated guide who tailors every session to your unique needs, cheering you on through every stage. Adding Cheryl to your birth team means you’re not just getting a practitioner; you’re welcoming a caring ally dedicated to making your fertility and pregnancy journey smoother and more joyful. 

https://www.sunburstvitality.com/

Juliet is a mompreneur, certified holistic coach, owner of Nourish Within Wellness and founder of Conejo Valley Wellness Community.
She is nationally board certified as a health/wellness coach, and also has training and education in functional medicine and integrative nutrition. She's an advocate for anti-inflammatory and low-tox living. Juliet loves guiding and supporting women through their perinatal wellness journey with lifestyle medicine coaching, so they can feel empowered to feel they're best through these challenging and magical seasons of life. She also passionate about helping women with autoimmunity who would rather identify and address the root causes of their symptoms as opposed to only masking them with medication.
She co-host a Women’s Wellness Circle called EmpowHER. They focus on group coaching, social support and accountability as they help women on their journey to elevate their health and wellness. They workshop through topics pertaining to nutrition, movement, mindset, self-love & self-care, and many other topics in women’s health and wellness. 

www.nourishwithinwellness.com

I’m a mom of two teens, but I was a photographer even before they were born. I’ve done every genre imaginable in that time, from babies to weddings to the elderly. With all that experience I can say with a full heart that the most powerful photography is birth photography. That’s where our stories truly begin. It’s taken years as a photographer, but mostly as a mom, to develop the patience, the compassion, and the eye for the most deep and meaningful moments. I’d love to SEE them for you.

ginamainphotography.com

Breastfeeding is a beautiful and natural experience, but it can also come with its share of challenges. As a compassionate expert in lactation support, I understand the importance of having someone by your side who can help you navigate through any difficulties.

Breastfeeding is a skill that both you and your baby can learn together, and my goal is to provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to overcome any obstacles you may face. Whether it's dealing with painful latches, tongue ties, mastitis, low/over milk supply, or juggling breastfeeding while working, I'm here to assist you every step of the way.

I meet you right where you are, take the time to understand your unique situation, and work diligently to uncover and address any issues. You deserve real-life solutions that are practical and guilt-free, allowing you to experience the joy and bonding that breastfeeding can bring.

Don't hesitate to reach out for support. The sooner you seek help, the sooner we can work together to meet your breastfeeding goals. Your journey is unique, and I'm here to support you in making it a positive and successful experience.

Let's embark on this beautiful journey together. I look forward to being your trusted partner and helping you every step of the way.

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www.latchonllc.com