I am seriously considering hiring a birthing doula. I would love some referrals of doulas that work in the southbay. In particular, I am interested in speaking with someone who practices hypnosis therapy.
I just took a breastfeeding class at Long Beach Memorial, and they handed out a flyer for Bunny's Postpartum Doula Care. Supposedly this lady is really good at what she does, but I don't know if she is a birthing doula. But if you call her, I'm sure she'll recommend someone good if she doesn't do the birthing part.
The name on the flyer is Bunny Slaughter (horrible name, huh?), and her number is 714-220-0968. Email is [email protected]
website bunnythedoula.com
I used a doula and loved it! The best way to find a doula in the South Bay area is to go to the website www.doulasofthesouthbay.com They will be able to help you to find the right doula for you.
I'd recommend Patricia Grube. She's awesome! http://www.serenitybirth.com/about.html
She also teaches an amazing prenatal yoga class at Yogaworks off of Sepulveda. It was such a great class to participate in because you get to meet other soon to be mommies and there is a real community there.
Happy Birthing!
Rena Ward is the best doula around. We are using her for the second time and she's fabulous. You can reach her at [email protected]
Patricia Grube! She is AWESOME! Check her website - www.SerenityBirth.com. She's just been nominated the Best Doula of the Year and the Most Inspiring Doula! I have just attended an amazing event she hosted in Redondo Beach. She is such a Leader in Moms' Community! Empowering Women to have complete trust in their birthing powers.
Sending Love! Have a beautiful birth!
Evita