Your Devoted Doula

06/11/2026

I recently attended the Los Angeles Business Journal Women’s Leadership Symposium, surrounded by incredibly accomplished women leading companies, building organizations, and shaping industries.

One conversation came up again and again.

After learning what I do, so many women said some version of:

“I wish I knew services like this existed when I had my children.”

“The workforce is not set up for mothers.”

“I would have gone back to work so much differently if I had support.”

And they’re right.

We spend a lot of time talking about recruiting top talent, retaining employees, and preventing burnout. Yet many companies continue to overlook one of the most significant transitions an employee will ever experience: becoming a parent.

The postpartum period doesn’t end when maternity or parental leave is over.

Parents are returning to work while navigating sleep deprivation, feeding challenges, recovery, childcare transitions, identity shifts, mental health changes, and the immense responsibility of caring for a new human being.

The result?

Increased stress.
Higher burnout.
Reduced productivity.
Employees questioning whether they can continue balancing both work and family.

What if we approached postpartum support the same way we approach other employee wellness initiatives?

Postpartum doulas, lactation support, sleep education, parenting resources, and transition support don’t just benefit families.

They benefit businesses.

When parents feel supported, they return to work with greater confidence, improved mental well-being, increased focus, and stronger long-term loyalty to their employer.

Supporting new parents isn’t just the right thing to do.

It’s a smart investment in your people.

If we want to build workplaces where employees thrive, we have to start recognizing that supporting families is part of that equation.

06/11/2026

Your postpartum plan is just as important as your birth plan.

We spend months preparing for pregnancy, labor, and delivery. We read the books, take the classes, pack the hospital bag, and carefully consider every detail of the birth experience.

But what about the weeks and months that come after?

Postpartum is one of the most significant transitions a family will ever experience. It brings physical recovery, emotional changes, shifting identities, relationship adjustments, sleep deprivation, feeding challenges, and the task of getting to know an entirely new human.

For babies, it’s their first experience outside the womb.

For parents, it’s the beginning of a completely new chapter.

Finding your support network and a thoughtful postpartum plan can make all the difference. Because parenting was never meant to be done alone.

Build your village before you need it.

The strongest postpartum plans don’t just focus on the baby. They support the entire family.🤍

06/10/2026

DOUBLE THE LOVE 🤍🤍

Preparing for twins?

Most newborn classes are designed for one baby.

But bringing home two babies at the same time comes with a completely different set of questions.

✨ How will feeding work?

✨ Should twins be on the same schedule?

✨ How do you soothe two babies at once?

✨ How do you maximize sleep and divide responsibilities?

✨ What do those first few weeks actually look like?

Our private in-home Twin Prep Class is designed specifically for families expecting multiples.

Together, we’ll create practical, personalized systems for:

• Feeding twins

• Sleep and night survival

• Newborn care for multiples

• Postpartum recovery

• Partner support and division of responsibilities

• Nursery setup and organization

• Twin gear recommendations

• Preparing for life with two newborns at once

Unlike crowded group classes, every session is tailored to your family, your home, your feeding goals, and your biggest questions.

🤍 Private in-home education

🤍 Personalized guidance

🤍 Evidence-based support

🤍 Designed exclusively for twin families

Because preparing for twins isn’t about having everything figured out.

It’s about having the right support before your babies arrive.

📍Serving families throughout Long Beach, Orange County & Los Angeles.

Message us to learn more about our Double the Love Twin Prep Class.

06/10/2026

Today I had the privilege of attending the 2026 Los Angeles Business Journal Women’s Leadership Symposium & Awards as a nominee, and I am still carrying the energy of the room with me.

To be surrounded by so many accomplished, driven, and inspiring women was an incredible reminder of what is possible when women create opportunities, build community, and lift one another up.

One message echoed throughout the day: the company you keep matters.

As business owners, it’s easy to focus on growth and goals, but today’s event reminded me that success is rarely built alone.

Your Devoted Doula began as a deeply personal endeavor, but it would not be where it is today without the people who have believed in it along the way. To Kaley and Karina (my day ones), our incredible team, and every mentor, referral partner, friend, and family member who has supported this journey, thank you.

I was also reminded that inspiration can come from anywhere. Some of the most meaningful conversations I had today were with women whose businesses look nothing like mine, yet their wisdom, resilience, and passion left a lasting impact.

Thank you to the Los Angeles Business Journal for such a thoughtful event, and to the person who nominated me, thank you. I still don’t know who nominated me, but please let me who you are! I want to thank you!

I left feeling energized, inspired, and even more motivated to continue building something meaning and impactful, not only for the families we serve, buff for the incredible women alongside us in our community.
kaley

06/08/2026

D-MER is a rare but very real condition that can affect lactating parents.

It causes a sudden wave of intense negative emotions just before milk letdown while breastfeeding, pumping, or even during spontaneous milk release. These feelings typically last anywhere from a few seconds to a few minutes and often disappear once milk begins to flow.

What causes it?

Researchers believe D-MER is linked to a rapid drop in dopamine levels that occurs during milk letdown, triggering intense emotional symptoms. It is a physiological response, not something a parent can control.

What can it feel like?

Some parents describe feelings of:
• Sadness
• Anxiety
• Dread
• Irritability
• Hopelessness
• Anger
• Self-criticism

Others may experience physical sensations such as nausea, chills, a sinking feeling in the stomach, or heart palpitations.

What can help?

• Learning about D-MER and recognizing the pattern
• Tracking symptoms to identify triggers
• Prioritizing rest, hydration, and stress management when possible
• Connecting with a lactation consultant or healthcare provider
• Discussing treatment options if symptoms are severe or impacting daily life

D-MER is not the same as postpartum depression or anxiety, though some parents may experience both. Most importantly, it does not mean you love your baby any less.

This condition is rarely talked about, which can leave parents feeling confused, isolated, or worried something is wrong with them. If you’ve experienced this, you’re not alone.

📤 Share it with a friend, breastfeeding parent, or healthcare professional who may not know D-MER exists. Awareness can make a huge difference. 💕

06/08/2026

The most meaningful luxuries after birth are often the ones no one sees.

A few extra hours of sleep.

A warm meal waiting for you.

Answers to the questions that keep you up at night.

The reassurance that someone experienced is by your side as you navigate life with a newborn.

Postpartum support isn’t about extravagance. It’s about creating space for healing, recovery, connection, and confidence during one of the most transformative seasons of life.

For many families, that peace of mind becomes one of the most valuable investments they make.

Because caring for a new baby is important.

Caring for the person who just gave birth is equally important.

✨ Serving families throughout Long Beach, Orange County, and Los Angeles.

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

We spend billions preparing families for birth.

Then expect them to navigate recovery with minimal support.

One postpartum visit.

A recovery period that lasts months.

Mental health challenges that often go unnoticed.

A system that still treats postpartum as an endpoint instead of the beginning of a new chapter.

Parents deserve better.

Not because postpartum is a crisis.

Because postpartum is one of the most significant transitions a person will ever experience.

The more we understand the realities of postpartum, the better we can advocate for the support families truly need.

06/03/2026

For many families pursuing surrogacy, feeding can feel like one of the first big decisions after birth.

What many people don’t realize is that formula is not the only option.

Depending on your family’s goals and circumstances, there may be several pathways to consider, including surrogate-provided breast milk, induced lactation, donor milk, formula feeding, or a combination of approaches.

Every family’s journey is different. What feels right for one family may not feel right for another, and that’s okay.

My hope is that this guide helps expand your understanding of the options available so you can make informed decisions that align with your values, your goals, and your baby’s needs.

The most important thing is not how your baby is fed. It’s that your baby is nourished, loved, and cared for by the people who have worked so hard to bring them into the world.

05/29/2026

We are living through a remarkable shift in technology, and I think AI is an incredible tool. It can help us learn, create, solve problems, and expand access to information in ways we never could before.

But the work I do has never been about information alone.

It is about sitting beside a new parent at 2 a.m. when they are exhausted and unsure of themselves. It is about helping someone feel seen, heard, and supported during one of the biggest transitions of their life.

It is about a baby settling into a warm chest, recognizing a familiar heartbeat, finding comfort in a parent’s scent, and building trust through human connection.

Technology can answer questions. It can organize information. It can provide guidance.

But nurturing is uniquely human.

Babies will always need connection. Parents will always want loving, trusted people caring for and supporting their families. No technology can replace the feeling of being held, comforted, reassured, or loved.

Human connection will always matter 🤍