About me

Hi, I'm Mariela, a Certified Birth Doula (DONA), Postpartum Doula, IBCLC Lactation Consultant, Newborn Care Specialist, and Childbirth Educator with 17 years of experience. I speak Spanish, Portuguese, and English, and I am honored to accompany families on their journey through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Being a doula is not just my profession—it is*who I am. I deeply believe that every woman deserves respectful, compassionate, and non-judgmental support as she navigates this transformative time. My role is to listen, guide, and empower, helping mothers feel confident in their choices, trust their instincts, and embrace their inner strength. As an **IBCLC Lactation Consultant**, my passion lies in **helping mothers and babies connect through breastfeeding, fostering a bond that nurtures both physically and emotionally. I provide in-person lactation consultations in the comfort of your home as well as telemedicine lactation consultations. My lactation services include: ✅ **Prenatal lactation/breastfeeding class** ✅ **Health history review** ✅ **Assessment of mother and baby** ✅ **Q&A session** ✅ **Personalized feeding plan** ✅ **Follow-up support** To learn more, we can schedule a complimentary phone call to discuss your needs and how I can support you on your journey. I look forward to working together and being part of your unique and beautiful experience. 💕

Education

IBCLC (2023)

Certification and training

Birth Doula DONA (2022)

Infant Massage IAIM (2022)

BLS (2018)

CPR (2017)

Postpartum Doula (2007)

Puericultora (2007)

Memberships and affiliations

Dona

ILCA

Infant Massage USA

American Academy of Pediatrics

Credentials

Specialties

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Accepted insurances

Service introduction

Birth Doula DONA Postpartum Doula Lactation Consultan t IBCLC New Born Care Child Birth Educator Infant Massage

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