Birth Plan, Doulas, Motherhood, Newborns, Postpartum
Lauren Foster, Co-Owner
The Magical Golden Hour

In the quiet hush of the labor & delivery room, where the air is charged with anticipation and the scent of earthiness and birthyness, a new chapter in your life unfolds. The rhythmic cadence of your breath is mirrored by the gentle whispers of your doula, a reassuring presence in this oh so sacred moment. The culmination of nine months… maybe more, leads to this: the first hour with your newborn.

The Magical Golden Hour
Decision Making, Pregnancy, Parenting, Newborns, Our Favorites
Lauren Foster, Co-Owner
A Doula's Eco Friendly Baby Registry

When I was selecting items for my baby registry, it was really important to me to not go overboard. As a doula of 14 years, I’ve seen families get overwhelmed with the amount of stuff in their homes and nurseries and I knew I wanted to keep things on the simpler side. I also wanted to be mindful of the impact on not only the environment, but also my baby’s microbiome - which meant finding a lot of eco-friendly products to keep waste down and keep our home as “low tox” as possible. Here you’ll find some of my favorite sustainable and most useful items that I registered for.

A Doula's Eco Friendly Baby Registry
Community, Doulas, Doulas of Orange County, Local OC Resources, Our Team
Lauren Foster, Co-Owner
Calling all amazing Doulas & Newborn Care ...
Calling all amazing Doulas & Newborn Care Specialists!
Birth Plan, Decision Making, Newborns, Parenting, Postpartum, Pregnancy
National Baby Co
Early Signs That You are Pregnant with Twins ...
Early Signs That You are Pregnant with Twins or Multiples
Newborns, Motherhood, Parenting, Postpartum, Postpartum Doula, Baby Sleep
National Baby Co
Are My Twins Too Old For Postpartum Doula Care?

The Doulas of Orange County office phone rings.


I pick up. “Hello! Doulas of Orange County. Lauren speaking.”

A strained voice sounds relieved to hear me, and it sounds like she has been crying. She’s an exhausted new mom of 12-week old twins and a 20-month-old toddler (who won’t let her out of his sight). She’s drained from her twin pregnancy, a difficult birth, and breastfeeding challenges. She struggles to keep up with laundry and wash enough dishes to have plates for the next meal. Her partner has been trying to feed the baby at night, but she’s still waking up to pump for multiples and can’t help but feel guilty about how tired her partner will be at work the next day. She really needs a postpartum doula in Irvine, CA.

“Can you help me, even though my babies are so old?” She asks.

Are My Twins Too Old For Postpartum Doula Care?

Orange County

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Calling all amazing Doulas & Newborn Care Specialists!

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The pandemic baby boom is in full swing and we are busier than ever! Truly, it’s not a bad problem to have, but it does mean we’re expanding our team and looking for new members! If you love birth & babies - whether you’re a seasoned birth worker or brand new - we want to hear from you!

Our unique matchmaking services seek to connect you to ideal clients in Orange County and all of Southern California! You set your own rates, create your own work schedule in conjunction with your clients, you choose your travel radius and you always have the final decision on which clients you want to work with.

We are actively seeking Orange County and Los Angeles birth workers who are able to provide non-judgment support and unbiased care. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including but not limited to people of color and LGBTQI+ individuals to join us in serving a wonderfully diverse population of families. Fluency in languages other than English is also a welcome asset.

If you...

  • Are a Trained/Certified Birth Doula, Lactation Counselor or Consultant, Postpartum Doula or Newborn Care Specialist or Childbirth Educator

  • Are Resourceful, Self Motived, a Problem Solver

  • Have a Professional Work Ethic

  • Are able to work in a Team Model and communicate efficiently with owners and colleagues

  • Are Compassionate and Creative

  • Able to provide Non-Judgmental Support of all client's needs and birth or parenting choices

  • Love Families and Children

  • Value Professionalism and Quality of Care

  • Can provide patient, helpful and Sincere Support to new & expecting families

  • Are Computer Proficient & Social Media Savvy

We offer...

  • Client inquiries and matchmaking to vetted families

  • Mentoring, support, and team camaraderie

  • Expense of company website, expos, marketing materials covered

  • Ongoing advertising and in-person networking done by owners

  • A reliable team of built-in dedicated backups in case of emergency

  • Open invitation to our virtual member group gatherings and continuing education opportunities (based on membership tier chosen)

We seek independent business owners who are trained and certified or actively working towards certification. We are looking for birth & postpartum professionals who are motivated, have ample and regular availability and the desire to nurture modern families in Orange County, Long Beach, the Inland Empire, Los Angeles, and San Diego.

If extended an offer to become a member of our team, the following will be required before receiving client referrals:

  • Certificate of completion for relevant trainings/certifications

  • CPR and First Aid certification

  • Verification of LLC or DBA or Business License (where applicable)

  • Copy of professional liability insurance

  • Valid driver’s license

  • Permission to run a background check

  • Completion of our contract

  • Completion of your online profile

Doulas of Orange County is a subsidiary of National Baby Co, LLC
(our national brand providing doula matching throughout the US)

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Pregnancy Fun in Orange County

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Pregnancy is an amazingly transformative time.

It isn’t always fun… morning sickness, anyone?

Pregnancy can sometimes mean you miss out on the exciting adventures your friends are having. No rollercoasters or skydiving for you!

But there are a few things that are only fun to do if you are pregnant!

Do you need a pick-me-up or want a list of things to do to make the most of your pregnancy? We’ve got lots of great ideas to keep you entertained through each trimester.

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Now Serving All of Southern California!

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The pandemic baby boom has hit and it’s safe to say that doulas everywhere are busier than ever! That is certainly the case here at Doulas of Orange County - so much so that we’ve added more doulas and newborn care specialists to our team and are expanding our service area!

We are excited to share that we’re now available to work with families throughout Los Angeles, San Diego and the Inland Empire!

 
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So whether you’re looking for overnight support to help you with your new twins or you’re seeking an amazing birth doula to be your guide at your homebirth… or any other scenario in between… basically if you need support through trying to conceive and the childbearing years, we’re here to help!

We can match you with fertility, prenatal, birth or postpartum care throughout Southern California. From San Bernadino to Long Beach, from Santa Clarita to Chula Vista! Our pre-vetted, professional, compassionate team is available to all SoCal families!

Find more information about the services we provide below:

Birth Doula

Postpartum Doula & Newborn Care Specialists

Sleep Training

Placenta Encapsulation

Lactation Consultations

And if you’re open to a Virtual Doula, we can provide support for you anywhere in the world!

You can fill out a care questionnaire here and we’ll get started with matching you with providers who meet your birth and postpartum care requests. Have questions before getting started? Visit our FAQ page to learn more about are matching process and get information on costs of services.

We’re proud to have served Orange County families since 2014 and are even more proud to have the ability to reach more families throughout Los Angeles, San Diego, and the Inland Empire. We believe that everyone deserves the support of a doula and are excited to hear from you!

If you’ve stumbled upon us, but are outside of our immediate service area, visit our parent company National Baby Co. which serves all of the United States. if we don’t have a provider in your area, we’d be happy to help you in your search!

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11 Safe + Effective Morning Sickness Remedies

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The joy of discovering you’re pregnant can be quickly overshadowed by a constant need to bow down before the “porcelain gods” as soon as you get out of bed or every time you smell a neighbor cooking.

Morning sickness, which is rarely confined to mornings, can become the bane of your existence during the first trimester. It might have even been a little exciting at first, but now you need some relief. We’re sharing 11 of the most common, safe, and effective morning sickness remedies so you can get some relief!

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Finding a Lactation Consultant in Orange County

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Breastfeeding is a wonderful way to bond with your baby and provide optimal nutrition… it also have some amazing benefits for you! But it doesn’t always come as easy as you might think and questions or breastfeeding concerns can arise at any time during your breastfeeding relationship. and problems that Finding answers or navigating the conflicting advice from well-meaning friends and family can be overwhelming, which is why having a professional Lactation Consultant help you is crucial!

It is our job to help you find the best Lactation Consultant to support you! Whether you’re still pregnant and looking for a breastfeeding class, or you have a brand new baby and are learning the ropes or you are experiencing some hurdles with an older baby, Doulas of Orange County has a team of incredible lactation professionals to care for you and help you along the way.