Homebirth Midwives

For many families, home birth is a safe and viable option for their prenatal care and the birth of their little one. These midwives have a reputation for excellent care, and a track record of amazing outcomes. If you are interested in learning more about the various options you have for your prenatal care and the birth of your little baby or want to know more about the safety of homebirth, there are some great Q and A sessions available!

Michelle Welborn, LM, CPM (San Francisco, Marin, Peninsula)
Sue Balen, LM, CPM (San Francisco, Marin, Peninsula)
Hope Willems, LM, CPM (South Bay)
Kelly Murphy, LM, CPM (San Francisco, Marin, Peninsula)
Kara Engelbrecht, LM, CPM (San Francisco, Marin, Peninsula)
Maeve Sundstrom, LM, CPM, CST, IPH (Peninsula, South Bay)

Questions to ask your midwife
Midwifery Model of Care
Why Choose a Homebirth?

Partner Doulas

Tracie Lynch (South Bay, East Bay, Peninsula)
Mari Freitas (South Bay, Peninsula, East Bay, San Francisco)
Susan Jaciow (Peninsula and South Bay)
Stephanie Mollinier (South Bay up to Redwood City)
Claudia Penate (San Francisco, Peninsula)
Mairi Wood (Peninsula, South Bay)
Stephanie D’Ornellas (South Bay, Peninsula)
Melanie Dunn (South Bay, Peninsula)
Chelsea Torkey-Cagle (South Bay, Peninsula)
Noeleen Lang (Postpartum Only, Offers Nights)
Rotem Pearlson (Postpartum Only)

Birth and Breastfeeding Classes

Tracie Lynch and the Inspired Beginnings Team
Tracie and her team have a holistic approach to preparation — helping you identify your goals, move past your fears, and equipping you with proven tools to help you achieve a peaceful, satisfying birth. Many of my clients have gone through these classes and come out with excitement for the adventure of birth, feeling empowered and joyful on the journey.

Caitlin Breen
Caitlin offers prenatal yoga, breastfeeding preparation, and classes on partner support for childbirth. Her approach is warm and practical, fostering connection and peace.

Birth Centers

San Francisco Birth Center 
A beautiful birth center located in the lower Pac Heights area of San Francisco.

Casa Natal Birth Center
Casa Natal Birth Center is located in Los Gatos.

Hospital Midwives

Kaiser Redwood City
UCSF Mission Bay
El Camino Hospital Los Gatos
These organizations offer midwifery care. The cesarean section rate at Kaiser RWC Hospital is one of the lowest in the Bay Area.  

Lactation Consultants

Amy Clark (SF, Peninsula, and some East Bay)
Michelle Paul-Vogel (Peninsula and Coastside)
Janet Dombro (South Bay through Redwood City)

Dr. Elise Hamilton
Located in San Mateo
hamiltonchiros.com

Dr. Lisa Walsh
Located in Pacifica
coastalfamilywellness.com

Dr. Anjali Agrawal
Located in Palo Alto
backinbalancehealth.com

Massage

Athena @ Sozo Bodywork
An incredible massage therapist who comes to you!
sozobodywork.com

Mari Freitas
Very experienced doula and massage therapist (also offers induction massage)
doulabymari.com

Acupuncture

Natalie Trousdale
An incredibly knowledgeable and effective practitioner. She knows her craft and the results are fast! I recommend her first even if it’s a drive. Natalie’s office is in the Sunset area of SF.
natalietrousdale.com

Annie Wang Acupuncture
Located in Los Altos
anniewanglac.com

White Peony Acupuncture
Offices in Los Altos and Los Gatos
whitepeony.com