About Me

Hi, my name is Karla. I am a Los Angeles–based doula, somatic therapist, and yoga teacher offering both evidence-based and holistic birth support. I integrate current research in physiological birth, informed consent, and trauma-aware care with embodied practices that nurture the nervous system and honor the emotional and spiritual dimensions of pregnancy and postpartum. With a background in Waldorf education and ancient ritual practices, I weave restorative yoga, breathwork, massage, and energy healing into my work with families. My approach is both grounded and intuitive—supporting informed decision-making while creating a calm, safe space where mothers feel seen, heard, and empowered. As a mother and former surrogate, I bring lived experience, compassion, and deep respect for birth as a transformative rite of passage. I am devoted to helping women trust their bodies, access their inner strength, and move through pregnancy, labor, and postpartum with confidence and grace.

My philosophy is rooted in the understanding that birth is both a physiological process and a profound rite of passage. During pregnancy, I focus on education, nervous system regulation, and building trust. I provide evidence-based information so families can make informed decisions, while also supporting emotional and somatic preparation for birth. Through thoughtful conversation, gentle practices, and body awareness, we cultivate confidence and clarity.

During labor and birth, my approach is calm, grounded, and deeply attuned. I support physiological birth whenever possible, advocate for informed consent, and help create an environment where the birthing person feels safe, respected, and empowered. I integrate practical tools—such as positioning, breathwork, and comfort measures—with intuitive presence and steady emotional support. In the postpartum period, I believe in slowing down. I prioritize rest, nourishment, integration, and protecting the mother–baby bond. I offer hands-on support, space to process the birth experience, and guidance that blends research-based care with holistic practices. Overall, I approach this work with reverence. My intention is to support families in feeling informed, held, and deeply connected to their own inner wisdom.

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Specialties

• First-Time Parents
• Yoga
• Childbirth Education
• Breathwork
• Energy Healing
• Emotional and Somatic Preparation

Services Offered

• Prenatal/Antepartum Support
• In-Person Labor/Birth Support
• Postpartum Support
• Miscarriage

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