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About Me​

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I was born and raised in Santa Barbara, California, and my passion for supporting families through birth began years ago while helping friends and loved ones welcome their babies. As a mom of three grown children and now a grandmother, I’ve had the joy of witnessing my own daughter’s birth experience and being part of her postpartum journey. Those moments deepened my understanding of how meaningful it is to be supported through each stage of welcoming new life.

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My own experiences taught me how different every birth and postpartum season can be—and how powerful it feels to be cared for, listened to, and understood. That insight inspired me to become a doula and dedicate my work to helping families feel informed, confident, and nurtured. Parents often describe me as calm, gentle, and intuitive with babies—qualities I’m grateful to bring into every home I visit.

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Since 2010, I’ve been certified as a Birth and Postpartum Doula, Licensed Massage Therapist, and Reiki Master, with additional training in sleep and breastfeeding support. I love being a steady, reassuring presence for families—especially during those quiet nighttime hours when care and compassion matter most.

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My Mission

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My mission is to create a calm and supportive space for families as they welcome new life into their world. I believe every parent deserves to feel seen, heard, and cared for during this sacred transition. My goal is to nurture confidence, restore rest, and bring gentle reassurance to each home I visit.

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Through patience, respect, and genuine care, I aim to meet every family where they are—honoring their values, rhythms, and choices. Whether it’s helping a parent find rest, offering guidance through feeding challenges, or simply being a steady, reassuring presence during the night, my purpose is always the same: to help families feel safe, supported, and never alone.​

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— Elaina