Care that centers emotional safety, practical support, and informed choice.
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Meet Your Doula

Hi, I’m Ariel.

I created Namaste Mama to offer grounded care that helps families feel informed, respected, and supported through pregnancy, labor, and postpartum recovery.

My work blends calm emotional support with practical planning, so parents can make decisions with confidence and feel held through every transition.

8+ years experience100+ families supportedBirth + postpartum specialist
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Ariel, founder of Namaste Mama

My care philosophy

  • Birth and postpartum care should feel calm, not chaotic.
  • Parents deserve direct, evidence-informed guidance.
  • Partners and support people need clear roles and coaching.
  • Recovery is as important as labor preparation.

What families can expect

  • Responsive communication and realistic planning
  • Comfort-focused labor support and advocacy language
  • Postpartum routines that prioritize rest and healing
  • Compassionate full-spectrum support through miscarriage and abortion experiences
  • Support tailored to each family’s goals and values

How I support each phase

Before birth

We focus on birth preferences, comfort tools, hospital or birth center preparation, and partner coaching so everyone knows what to expect and how to stay grounded.

During labor

I provide continuous emotional and physical support, comfort guidance, and communication support so your choices stay centered.

After birth

Postpartum care includes recovery support, infant care guidance, feeding support, and systems that make daily life feel more manageable.

Professional approach

  • Trauma-aware and culturally responsive communication
  • Clear boundaries and dependable scheduling
  • Documentation and agreements before postpartum shifts
  • Collaborative care that complements your medical team
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Credentials and standards

Professional Experience

  • 8+ years supporting families
  • 100+ families served
  • Birth and postpartum specialties

Clinical and Safety Standards

  • HIPAA Certified
  • American Red Cross CPR & AED (Adult, Infant, Child)
  • Newborn Care Specialist

Wellness and Recovery

  • Certified 200-hour yoga teacher
  • Prenatal and postnatal movement support
  • Bengkung belly binding practitioner

Insurance and Benefits

  • Kaiser, Health Net, Molina, Blue Cross of California (Medi-Cal)
  • Carrot approved provider
  • Qualcomm approved provider
  • Maven approved provider