Best Doula Oakland Near Me

4worldlovers: "My husband and I took the courses together. I had my first baby at home in October and my midwives said I did amazing. They asked if I was sure this was my first baby!"

"This class is 100% worth it! Between contractions my doula told the midwife, 'Look, she’s still smiling!' Thank you for this course!"


"My birth was exactly what I envisioned and also healed for me damages from my first birth. Thank you for restoring what our mothers for generations already knew and experienced."

Join the FREE Mini Birth Class to learn Bridget's TOP 5 TIPS for a happier, healthier and easier birth!


Access All 7 Courses & Exclusive Downloads, Workbooks, & Cheat Sheets with a Premium Membership


Labor Smarter, Not Harder by Building Up Your Mind, Body and Team for a Happier, Healthier & Easier Birth


All 4 Volumes of the Built to Birth Mediations and the BONUS 30 Minute Meditation Workshop


From getting a great latch to milk storage, learn everything you need to know to confidently step into Breastfeeding


Transform from maiden to mother by processing your birth story, combating baby blues, building up your support system and so much more


Confidently care for your newborn with these basics like burping, bathing, baby sleep, baby wearing, and so much more

Maximize your fertility potential in the months leading up to pregnancy for a happier, healthier, easier conception

Your Safe & Effective 9-Month Fitness Program To Heal & Strengthen Your Body after Birth

Billed One Time Only (No Recurring Fee Unlike Most Other Birth Classes)

Complimentary Free Access to the Entire Postpartum Fitness Program (Regular - $99)

I am not one to purchase online courses — However, your courses were AMAZING and unbelievably detailed!!! I am so happy I purchased them and love the lifetime access because I can check back when needed and use it for future pregnancies. My husband was a huge part of the process and I credit that to your courses making him feel prepared and ready to take on labor and delivery. He knew what to expect and was incredibly supportive both physically and mentally. My journey was such a positive one from the start. You made me feel so empowered and capable. The confidence alone was a blessing, but the lessons during each step of the way were invaluable. I also loved that your course teaches any type of mama, regardless of delivery location. It’s applicable from home births to birthing centers to hospitals or even in the backseat of a car, but let’s hope that doesn’t happen!! I would recommend your courses and expertise to anyone.

This class is 100% worth it!! Although I did my reading while I was pregnant, this class gave me so much more. (Even my doula was impressed with my knowledge!) My daughters birth was a beautiful experience. Being active in labor (walking a few miles) and changing positions often sped up my early and active labor stages. To my surprise, I arrived at the hospital at 10cm! I felt comfortable saying no thank you to certain interventions and confident to push in different positions. It was the most intense experience of my life but so incredibly empowering. Although my midwife and doula were awesome, I have to give credit to this course for laying the best foundation for me to birth naturally and with joy. Between contractions my doula told the midwife, look, she’s still smiling! Thank you, thank you for this course!

4worldlovers: Birth and Postpartum Doulas and Newborn Care Specialists who are dedicated to supporting families.

Doulas by the Bay is the leading and most trusted doula and nanny service in California that offers birth and postpartum support, sibling care and nanny services to new and expectant families.

Our careful attention to detail, depth of experience and commitment to families, has made DOULAS by the BAY the leading and most trusted doula practice in both Northern and Southern California.

"Shakila helped us sleep train our six month old baby back in April 2019. She was wonderful to work with and her methods are very effective!...I would highly recommend her services!"