LOS ANGELES DOULA COLLECTIVE

Honor your vision, celebrate your birth.

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If you are looking for a Los Angeles doula, you have a lot of choices! What is most important in choosing a doula?

Next, as much as you’d love to know what to expect from your birth, the truth is that birth is unpredictable. You need a doula who can help you feel not just prepared, but confident- in any birth scenario.

First, it’s important that you find a doula (or a wonderful team of 3 doulas!) that you feel aligned with. Someone you can imagine supporting you with clarity, compassion, and even fierceness when it is called for.

Finally, your doula needs to feel like “your people.” There should be resonance and alignment. When you meet them, you will simply know that they are the right match for your family.

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At Birth Alchemy Doula Collective, we provides more than just guidance; we offer a partnership.

We are here to listen, support you, and remind you that you are at the decision-maker during your birth and postpartum time. Its ok to take up space and make strong choices!

How we work together.

When you choose Birth Alchemy Doula Collective you receive the very best holistic support from us.

This is what you can expect during the three phases of our work together:

  • SUPPORTED AND CONNECTED in Pregnancy

    From the start, we’re by your side—offering guidance, reassurance, and evidence-based support. You’ll have unlimited access to us via phone, text, and email, plus the option to attend our childbirth workshops and monthly community gatherings to deepen your preparation and connection.

  • GROUNDED AND INFORMED in Birth

    When labor begins, we hold space for you—offering comfort, advocacy, and hands-on tools like positioning techniquesand decision-making support. Whether at home, a birth center, or a hospital, we help you stay grounded, confident, and in tune with your body’s wisdom.

  • NURTURED AND IN COMMUNITY in Postpartum

    The transition into parenthood is profound, and we stay with you through it. With unlimited contact, continued community gatherings, and hands-on care, we provide lactation-focused support, home-cooked nourishing meals, and belly binding to help you heal, replenish, and thrive in early parenthood.

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PARTNERS! WE’VE GOT YOUR BACK TOO…

Birth and postpartum aren’t just about the birthing person—partners need support too. We help you feel confident and prepared, offering guidance on how to support your loved one during labor, hands-on tools to stay involved, and reassurance when you need it.

In the postpartum time, we provide practical tips, lactation education, and nourishing meals so you can care for your growing family while also taking care of yourself. You’re not just a bystander—you’re an essential part of this journey, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.

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  • The idea that we can influence the way a baby moves through the pelvis using maternal movements and stretches both prenatally and during labor. Though babies tend to fit regardless of the way they are facing, there are certain positions that tend to be easier and more efficient.

  • We keep ourselves up to date on the current research, and look to only the highest quality studies when passing along evidence to our clients.

  • According to Merriam-Webster, alchemy is a power or process that changes or transforms something in a mysterious or impressive way. We witness this transformation regularly, and yet rarely find this aspect of parenthood discussed in the birth world.

FOUNDATIONS OF OUR SUPPORT

Celebrate your unique journey

You are only 3 steps away from the holistic support you deserve…

Step ONE Book a discovery call

Connect with us for a free consultation to explore how we can support your birthing wishes.

Step TWO Craft your birth support package

Work with us to define and develop your guiding principles and values

Step THREE Welcome your new beginning

Experience the peace of having doulas who will stand beside you through all the unpredictable twists and turns, offering you grounding and strength to birth your way.

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Why choose Birth Alchemy Doulas?

working with Birth Alchemy Doula Collective to support your journey to parenthood means:

  • Feeling aligned with your values at every stage of birth

  • Gaining knowledge and confidence in your birth choices

  • Accessing a supportive community that celebrates your unique path

  • Receiving guidance that respects your instincts and preferences

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Frequently Asked Questions

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When do you usually join a family in labor?

We plan to join you once active labor is established, and you voice a need for your doula’s physical presence. Additionally, we are in virtual contact through the early phase of labor, reassuring, normalizing, and offering guidance until we join you in-person.

What happens if I decide to have an induction? Does that change the kind of support I can expect?

Inductions often last several days. Your doula provides phone support during the early stages of the induction. We join you in-person after active labor is established. Our goal is to ensure that you have all the information you need to make informed decisions for your body and your baby.

Which Doula will come to my labor?

Our on-call doula schedule ensures that we have rest and balance in our work, while giving clients the peace of mind, safety, and trust of a birth doula team. We rotate our on-call duties every ten days. One doula is primary, another is secondary, and the third takes a break. We’ve finally found a sustainable way to do this very demanding work, while offering our clients well-rounded exceptional care.

What can I expect from the monthly gatherings?

Our monthly gathering meet in Silverlake. They are an informal, come-as-you-are gathering with some food and drinks. Parents can come alone or together and can expect an easy-going blend of sharing and support. These meetings are attended by current and past clients of the collective. Babies and children are of course welcome!

Will I have the opportunity to get to know all three of you?

Yes! You will have numerous opportunities to get to know each of us, and we look forward to getting to know you as well. We take turns hosting and facilitating meetings throughout the months leading to your birth. This rotating schedule allows us many opportunities to be together and get to know each other.

What are the steps in hiring the collective for support?

1.) Book a discovery call. We look forward to getting to know you and your partners specific desires for support!

2.) Want to hire us? Great! A deposit will secure your spot in our calendar and some paperwork will follow to make it official.

3.) Once you become our clients you will get immediate access to our resources and collective knowledge. Followed up with our intake session and group education opportunities. Don’t forget to join our gatherings for community building and fun.

What is the Cost of A Doula?

In Los Angeles, investing in an experienced doula is one of the most meaningful steps you can take toward a positive and empowering birth and postpartum experience. And when you hire us you get three experienced doulas guiding you on your journey! We offer different tiers of support tailored to your specific needs. Follow this link to find out more about our holistic doula care packages.

What are the benefits of working with a team of doulas?

We worked as solo doulas for many years and if we are completely honest, there were times where we were exhausted and spread too thin. Working together as a team allows us to be fully and deeply present at each birth and then take some time to recharge fully before the next. It is good for our health and work-life balance, and it also benefits you, our clients because you a receive a fresh doula in labor that is not worrying about back-up or conflicting births. We really feel like we cracked the code here!

  • "I am incredibly grateful to Dawn, Rebecca, and Brana for making my labor and postpartum recovery so smooth and seamless.

    They were absolutely wonderful to work with! As part of their package, they facilitated a labor prep workshop, which was an invaluable resource for my husband and me. Even as second-time parents, we found ourselves in need of the mental and tactical preparation for birth. Their pain-coping strategies and labor prep exercises were something I sorely missed during my first birth. In addition to their direct support, they also referred me to a prenatal chiropractor to help position the baby ideally. The combination of these things helped prepare my body so that my labor was only 4 hours!

    Brana ended up being the doula present at my labor, and her support was instrumental in helping my labor progress naturally. Post-birth, Rebecca supported me in the hospital with lactation advice, improving my baby's latch and my comfort breastfeeding. A few days later, Brana did a home visit and taught me how to belly bind, which has helped with my recovery.

    I am incredibly grateful to Dawn, Rebecca, and Brana for making my labor and postpartum recovery so smooth and seamless!

    Candice, Hollywood Hills, CA

  • “When we first met Rebecca, we knew we wanted her warm, calming energy around us when we welcomed our daughter. 

    Rebecca was so helpful during my pregnancy, guiding us on how to plan for the birth and things that came up along the way as we got closer to my due date.  She is a great listener and problem solver.  Her knowledge and experience is invaluable, especially as we navigated all the uncertainties brought on by the pandemic. During my labor, Rebecca was an amazing support to both me and my husband. She helped keep me calm, as relaxed as possible, and comfortable. She worked collaboratively with the nursing team at the hospital, presenting helpful suggestions on natural ways to keep my labor moving. She calmed my husband’s nerves throughout my long labor so he could feel confident and present in the moment. Rebecca was also a great help and emotional support in the early days of postpartum, providing amazing resources and her own brilliant wisdom. She exceeded our expectations in every way. We couldn’t imagine going through the experience without her, and hope to work with her again someday!” 

    - HANNAH & MICHAEL, Pasadena, CA

  • “We feel so blessed to have crossed paths with Rebecca.

    We had our first conversations in the 2nd trimester, and Rebecca brought a serenity and sensitivity that immediately put us at ease. During labor, she was an integral part of our homebirth team, and provided support for both me and my partner. And we’ll never forget Rebecca’s postpartum care when she gave us knowledge and perspective that helped offset the most bewildering aspects of new parenthood. Through it all, she was compassionate and patient and gentle and nurturing. We feel so grateful to have had her with us during this transformation.”

    - CORINNA & HARRIS, Beverly Hills, CA

  • "Dawn completely changed our postpartum experience the second time around.

    Every time she arrives our toddler lights up, and my wife is visibly relieved. She taught our newborn to fall asleep (and continue sleeping!) in his crib which, before she started working with him, seemed like an impossible feat. She's also funny and generous with her praise, which lifts the spirits on the more exhausting days. It has been such a relief to have someone with so much experience supporting us -- we can ask her advice on anything about the newborn and toddler, and she always has an honest, empathetic answer or suggestion to help us figure out a path forward. She's the best!”

    - JARED and KATE, Highland Park, CA

  • "Honestly, every woman deserves to birth with the support and love of a doula as wonderful as Brana.

    It's hard to put into words my immense gratitude to the universe for connecting us. She comforted and reassured me. she made me realize my feelings were valid and normal and reminded me to tap into my body and relax. I had a homebirth but I had to be transferred to a hospital and she came with me. I was naked and bleeding and sad and vulnerable and the nurses felt hostile. She advocated for my right to a support person being by my side; she made me feel safe and protected. I wish I could go on and on; alas, there is a word limit to this review. She has a strong grounding energy and she walked me through the most pivotal moment of my life, side by side, shoulder to shoulder. She respected and supported me from Day 1 and I’m forever grateful she was with me on this journey.”

    - GINA, Beverly Hills, CA

  • "Rebecca was always there to nudge me along in the right direction with her good humor and gentle heart. I am a far more capable, present parent thanks to her.

    As a first-time father, I had a lot of anxieties about the birth and beyond. From day one, Rebecca was a calming, encouraging presence in our household. She helped us to maintain our sanity and gave us practical tools to navigate the stress of caring for a newborn. We truly had no idea what we were doing and Rebecca totally saved us. On top of all the logistical and emotional support, perhaps the greatest comfort – was the food. Rebecca offers a customized menu that is healthy and delicious and that my wife and I still talk about years later. She’s simply the best. I had so many questions about so many things, and Rebecca was always there to nudge me along in the right direction with her good humor and gentle heart. I am a far more capable, present parent thanks to her. She will always be part of our family.”

    - JOSH, Echo Park, CA

  • "It is a rare and treasured experience to meet someone who so immediately aligns with the values and goals of your family.

    At every turn Brana has gone above and beyond to help us bring our daughter into the world in a safe, peaceful and magical way. She helped us tremendously both pre and postpartum with education, answering more questions than I could count, and providing a warm, reassuring and safe source of expertise on everything from a birthing plan to hands-on labor facilitation techniques....She was with us for two days in the hospital during an induction....We especially appreciate her blend of Eastern and Western approaches. She had the perfect sensibility that there is no "one way to do it correctly." This helped me feel empowered as a new mom and learn to trust my intuition more and more. Truly, she has felt like our guardian angel. It was one of the best decisions we have made to have her by our side. I can't imagine what it would have been like without her."

    - MELISSA, West Hollywood, CA

  • "Dawn is the most amazing doula and human.

    We became acquainted at 4:30 AM the day my daughter was born, as she was standing in as backup for my pre-arranged doula. They say that your birth goes how your birth is supposed to go, and that certainly felt like the truth here. Dawn showed up with such a calm presence that within 20 minutes of meeting she had sent my husband to bed, leaving me, his laboring wife, with a veritable stranger in the middle of the night. She talked me through everything she was doing, gave me choices, asked for consent before touching me, all in ways my laboring brain could understand and felt comfortable with. It felt that night like she was some mix of the conductor of a symphony and a witch, predicting the future. The truth is, she understands labor. She is an expert. She knew when it was time to call the midwives. She knew when it would be most helpful to get into some warm water. She just knew. And I was able to focus on labor. That's all I had to do. And I'm so grateful. If I were to have another baby, I would want Dawn there from the very start. She's amazing, truly.”

    - CLAIRE, Pasadena, CA

  • “Rebecca’s guidance during the entire birthing process was invaluable to us.

    Her kind and nonjudgemental presence before and during my first baby’s birth helped me feel relaxed and confident. Not only was she lovely and calming to talk with (and funny, too), she presented us with crucial information—making an overwhelming experience feel less so. She also provided great support for my partner, answering all of his questions and giving him confidence in his ability to support me. We loved working with Rebecca and recommend her wholeheartedly!” 

    - BECCA, Los Feliz, CA

  • "Brana's support with bringing our second child into the world was a true gift.

    Brana truly cares for her clients and takes time to get to know them and explain all their options. She is without judgement and only wants to support, no matter what decisions her clients make. I learned so much from her, and had my eyes opened to an entirely new life-changing perspective. When the day arrived that our baby girl came into the world, her presence was invaluable- the baby came so fast that there ended up not being time to go to the hospital as planned. She was there to help me breathe and relax, to help my husband do the same, to help relay our information to the paramedics, to catch the baby, to grab our cellphone and snap a few invaluable pics of us holding our baby girl for the very first time. Brana handles everything with a confident inner peace and grace. Expectant mothers have so many questions and their minds are flooded with so much uncertainty- Brana's presence is exactly what any expectant mother needs to help alleviate that stress and truly enjoy the birth of their child.”

    - MARIANNE, Beverly Hills, CA

  • “The best gift I gave myself in my birth was hiring Rebecca as my doula.

    Rebecca lovingly shepherded me from those raw first days after my home birth to a state of calm and confidence by the end of our time working together. She most literally took care of me, making sure I was eating for nourishment and joy and stocking my fridge and freezer with delicious meals. She is an amazing chef and her recipes are still in rotation at our house. Having these meals and someone tending to my needs those first weeks was huge. Rebecca also has this incredible presence. Lastly and most significantly, Rebecca provided me with so much emotional support. She answered my endless questions as a first time parent and helped instill in me a sense of confidence in my own intuition. She helped me process this radical change of becoming a parent and my birth experience. We had such meaningful and fulfilling conversations during this tender time. I cannot imagine a better person than Rebecca to have in your corner in the birthing process. She has a gift for this important work.” 

    - BETSY, Boyle Heights, CA

  • "Brana is simply amazing.

    She is deeply intuitive, calming, has an insanely high EQ, and a great sense of humor. I wanted to attempt a natural birth but had no misgivings about needing to opt for an epidural if it felt necessary. The breathing/vocalization techniques Brana taught me and her massages allowed me to stay at home FAR longer than I would have been able to on my own. I arrived at the hospital 8 cm dilated and opted for an epidural soon after. My baby came out in 6 pushes and the whole thing felt calm and joyous. I cannot imagine what a scary experience it would have been to navigate the hospital system without Brana there to gently help guide nurses and my husband. I was so grateful we had Brana there to be our advocate and ensure that small measures were taken (allowing me to birth on my side, for example) that made huge differences for me in the end. She was also so giving of her time and was there to support us even after our formal sessions ended. She made space in our hectic lives for us to pause and take a moment to truly appreciate the life changing event that was about to unfold.”

    - LAUREN & STEVE, Pasadena, CA

  • “Having Rebecca by my side before and after the birth of BOTH our kids was a life-changing experience on so many levels.

    I can’t imagine getting through the birth without her. I feel truly lucky to know her and I can’t imagine getting through the birth or those overwhelming first few weeks at home, without her constant, amazing support. Rebecca is just a one-of-a-kind special force of nature. I felt safe knowing she was there to guide me and to advise me in a totally safe, non-judgmental way. The hardest part of my birthing process was when Rebecca’s eight weeks were up and we had to say goodbye. My husband and I will be forever grateful for the light and love and delicious energy balls that she provided.”

    - SARAH, Echo Park, CA

We have experience supporting:

Hospital birth, Midwife-assisted home birth, Unassisted birth, Physiological unmedicated birth, Planned and unplanned Cesarean birth, Induction, High intervention and high-risk birth, twin birth, VBAC, Breastfeeding, Exclusively Pumping, Formula Feeding, Combo feeding, Postpartum recovery, Postpartum nutrition, Placenta encapsulation

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