Breastfeeding Support

We provide expert lactation support for prenatal and postpartum parents during any stage of breastfeeding.

Maximize Your Breastfeeding Success with Expert Lactation Support

We provide expert breastfeeding support and lactation support for prenatal and postpartum parents at any stage of their breastfeeding journey. Our services include comprehensive breastfeeding education, prenatal planning, and practical breastfeeding tips. We help balance life with breastfeeding and pumping to ensure you achieve your lactation goals.

Our breastfeeding specialists also collaborate with your primary care provider to review any medications, supplements, or treatments you are undergoing. This ensures you receive the best possible breastfeeding lactation support. Our goal is to maximize your success and provide the guidance you need throughout your breastfeeding and lactation journey.

What to Expect During A Breastfeeding Consultation

  • Personalized one-on-one support to answer any lactation-related questions and concerns
  • A thorough pre appointment intake of your current breastfeeding routine and anything that you are struggling with
  • A thorough oral examination of your baby’s mouth to assess for tongue or lip ties
  • Personalized education geared towards your individualized breastfeeding or pumping journey to make sure that you leave the consultation better informed, educated, and supported
  • A care plan that outlines detailed goals and instructions to maximize the success in your overall breastfeeding journey.

"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!"

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Allison G.

San Francisco, CA

"Yana was our birth doula and Shakila helped us with our newborn for three months in the fall of 2017 - they're both amazing and we loved working with them..."

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Ritu V.

San Francisco, CA

"We decided we wanted some night support just a couple of weeks before my due date and I contacted DBB. Shakila was great and quickly found some doulas that could help us..."

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Yael C.

San Francisco, CA

See how a doula can help you.

Helping families flourish with their newborn is our passion. Contact DOULAS by the BAY today to learn how we can help your growing family.

About Us

DOULAS by the BAY is a collective of Birth and Postpartum Doulas and Newborn Care Specialists who are dedicated to supporting families before, during and immediately after the birth of their baby. We accept the following payments: HSA/FSA, Insurance, Fertility Payments (Carrot, etc.)

 

Vision Statement

Doulas By The Bay’s vision is to offer exceptional doula services to families, while also empowering them with knowledge through the provision of evidence-based educational resources. Our aim is to help families feel confident throughout their pregnancy journey, postpartum journey, and beyond.