testimonials
“Looking back, I was in for a rude awakening after my home birth not realizing the journey of breastfeeding that came ahead. I was so lucky to have Chelsea come to the rescue on my baby’s 3rd day earthside after major latching issues with extreme pain and discomfort. Chelsea literally sprung into action and provided the support we needed physically and with such empathy and care. She was super attentive to our specific needs and desires and thoughtfully checked in on our progress. I truly mean it when I say we couldn’t have done it without her! We are now 9 weeks in and feeding with ease! I couldn’t recommend working with Chelsea more! She is a true expert in lactation support with a ton of resources - simply the BEST!!” - Sara and Baby G
“Having Chelsea in the room with us during our 23 hour labor was an absolute heaven send! Her support, experience, and knowledge helped me, as a first time mom, to remain confident in my ability to birth my baby the way I wanted to. Medically, my birth was unassisted but in reality, Chelsea was the assistance I needed and had. I am forever grateful for her every time I look down at my precious baby girl. We love Chelsea and would highly recommend her to any and all birthers!”
- Sky, Tre & Baby Z
““The birth of our little love wouldn’t be complete if we didn’t talk about the instrumental part Chelsea played in it. We told her we were expecting early in my pregnancy as it was our first and we didn’t know what to expect. She showed up every single day over those nine months and equally so in postpartum. She was our rock. She had a solution for every scenario. Constantly checking in. Always reassuring, cheering and loving us through a time when everything felt foreign. I’ve never seen anyone show up in such a beautiful way that only Chelsea knows how to. Through her guidance and quiet strength we welcomed our sweet angel earth side in the most magical and beautiful way. There was no tearing, no medicine just the knowledge that she had passed along in those nine months that allowed me to ride the wave and know each contraction was bringing me closer to meeting my daughter. She knows every trick of the trade to make a tired, anxious mama feel like there’s nothing she can’t do. Simply put, Chelsea is a miracle worker. We're forever grateful for her.”
- Lauren, Zak & Baby M
“With my first breastfeeding was a breeze, so come the second baby I was like ‘pfft I got this’. I then proceeded to stick my foot in my mouth as this time was one of the harder things I’ve ever done. Enter Chelsea who, with her amazing with and boobie skills, helped my little one and I overcome huge hurdles. She’s the BEST in LA!” -Cristina & Baby F
“I can't express how satisfied and reassured we were from our first visit with Chelsea, and the many conversations and support since. She is so down to earth, straight forward and has a sense of humor which is so nice while we were really in the hardest struggles feeding our baby. She is very focused, REALLY listens and her hands on, very engaged approach is unfortunately a rarity even in regular life let alone with something as serious and sensitive as feeding and caring for our lil baby. She not only explained and guided us but also checked in making sure we understood and felt confident in moving forward. Appreciate her as our lactation consultant but also as just a wonderful person in the world.”
-Lonnie, Janea & Baby V
“Working with Chelsea set in motion the exact support and relief I was seeking. In one sense my son was a strong eater and everyone else told me breastfeeding was going great. But Chelsea sought out the full story and changed the course of our breastfeeding journey, and the health of my left nipple! Chelsea came to our home and got to know us and our baby and watched him eat. One of the things that makes Chelsea so special is that she shared suggestions and information while instilling confidence in my own intuition. Sometimes experts can make you feel passive or like you've done something wrong, and Chelsea is the exact opposite. When she left our home I felt more confident in myself and was also equipped with a plan to get on the right track so I could meet my breastfeeding goal. She followed up with notes and referrals AND continued to check on how I was doing until I finally executed the plan. The result was happy nipples, happy baby and happy parents. I couldn't recommend Chelsea more, no matter what the question, she's the expert you want by your side!"
- Dia & Baby A
“Chelsea will take the time to get to know you and your baby and family, really delving into the details to get to the root of whatever issue or problem is causing you to seek her help in the first place. She will take your concerns seriously and makes herself incredibly available to answer questions and provide support during and outside of appointments, and also has an incredible network she can tap if you and your kiddo need to seek specialist help. Sometimes her suggestions are hard to swallow at first but after working with her on both sleep and feeding issues with both our girls, I can honestly say she was right every time (not to mention, it’s all based on actual evidence versus outdated medical practices). She’s also hysterical and will help you laugh along the way, which we all need as first time and/or anxious mamas!”
- Sarah & Baby G & Baby S
The best decision my partner and I ever made was to work with Chelsea as our postpartum doula. Seriously— delete your baby registry and instead choose to invest in a magical, supportive, and healing postpartum experience. Working with Chelsea was truly a gift. I look back at that time with so much gratitude because I felt completely cared for and nurtured as a new mom. She gave us the tools, tips, and tricks we needed to feel calm and confident as we embarked on our journey as new parents. You can’t put a price on that! Chelsea’s immense knowledge as a highly trained lactation specialist in addition to her years of supporting new parents gave me so much peace of mind. I know that she is the reason I had a successful breastfeeding journey, which has always been very important to me. Even though I try, words really cannot express how grateful I am to have been able to work with Chelsea. I only hope more new parents are able to experience all of the knowledge, support, and care that she has to offer!
- Dr Dani Gran & Baby T
“I had the pleasure of partnering with Chelsea during a birth of some dear friends of hers. It was my first time serving clients alongside another doula and it was SUCH a dream. Chelsea is very intuitive in the birthing space, effortlessly tuning into what the mother and partner need physically, emotionally, and informationally. She has a deep understanding of the pregnant body and knows how to bring comfort through touch, positioning, and intentional movement. Her presence is peaceful and she transmits courage to those around her. Chelsea is a listener. She is in tune with the body, nervous system, and voice of those she serves. Proactive and responsive, she brings a sense of confidence and helps her clients feel safe and supported.”
- Kimberly, CLD, CALM Mama Doula