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Pediatricians

Premier Pediatrics

Beverly Hills · Olivia especially recommends Dr. Lauren Meepos.

OB / GYN

Women's Care of Beverly Hills

Olivia especially recommends Dr. Guile, Dr. Finke, and Dr. Florin.

Overnight newborn care
Doulas

Akal Khalsa, RN, MSN

Childbirth educator, postpartum doula and RN newborn nurse; RN birth support; prenatal/postnatal, kids, adult and couples yoga teacher; sound-bath facilitator; Reiki practitioner.

Lactation consultants
Therapy
Chiropractic & physical therapy

Sarah Dirks

Chiropractor · At The Mother Hood. Confirm appointment location when booking.

Mommy & me

Personal recommendations from Olivia. Check credentials, availability, and fit directly.

Community resources

Feeding & baby sleepLactation, starting solids, sleep support & tools12 resources
Lactation & infant feedingJulie Matheney, MS, CCC-SLP, CLEC, IBCLC — LA LactationGreater Los Angeles

The founder of LA Lactation, a practice offering lactation and infant-feeding support through multiple consultants and visit formats.

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Infant feeding & occupational therapyDairian Roberts, OTR/L, IBCLC — Humbled by MotherhoodCarson · South Bay

A Carson-based occupational therapist and lactation consultant focused on infant feeding and family support.

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Infant feeding educationFeeding Littles Infant CourseOnline

An online infant-feeding course shared by a member as a useful learning resource.

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Starting solidsSolid Starts AppDigital

A food database and meal-tracking app shared by a member for the starting-solids stage.

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Starting-solids guide100 Foods Before 1 ChecklistDigital

A printable food-exposure checklist shared by a member as a playful way to track variety.

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Child sleep consultingJenni June Child Sleep ConsultingOnline · Worldwide

Private and online child-sleep education from Jennifer June Metter for families who want structured guidance.

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Baby sleep trackingHuckleberryDigital

A sleep and routine tracking app. The member who shared it found the analysis detailed but less accurate for her lower-sleep-needs baby.

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Baby sleep trackingNapperDigital

A baby sleep and routine tracking app shared by a member based on her own use.

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Lactation counseling & doula supportRachel Meakins — ZenbariLos Angeles · Virtual support available

Lactation counseling plus birth, postpartum, newborn-care, and childbirth-education support through Zenbari.

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Lactation consultingKimmy Mills, BS, IBCLC — The Milky Way MamasGreater Los Angeles · Virtual support available

Prenatal breastfeeding education and postpartum lactation consultations for Los Angeles-area and virtual clients.

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Lactation consulting & postpartum doula careClarissa Michael, IBCLC — Clarissa's Nursing NestLos Angeles & Orange County

Lactation consulting, postpartum doula care, and prenatal newborn and lactation education across Southern California.

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Infant & toddler sleep consultingLacey Welker — Catching Baby ZzzLos Angeles · Worldwide virtual support

Newborn consulting and infant and toddler sleep education offered through individualized packages and online resources.

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Pregnancy & birthDoulas, midwives, OB-GYN care, birth centers & fertility19 resources
Birth & postpartum doulaBreedlove Doula Support (The Birthing Lady)Ventura & Los Angeles Counties

Jen Breedlove offers birth and postpartum doula support across Ventura and Los Angeles Counties.

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Doula supportMomo the Doula — Momo BassGreater Los Angeles & Pasadena

Birth and postpartum doula support serving families across greater Los Angeles and Pasadena.

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Doula careMahmee Doula CareCalifornia in person · Nationwide virtual

In-person doula care across California and virtual support nationwide, with insurance and cash-payment paths described on the official site.

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Birth & postpartum doulaSarah Kovacs — Ever Wilde DoulaLos Angeles

Birth and postpartum doula support serving Los Angeles families within the provider's current service area.

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Birth centerPure Births Birth CenterSanta Clarita

A Santa Clarita birth center shared by a member who also described an emergency hospital transfer during her own delivery.

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Prenatal & postpartum educationVillage BirthPasadena

Prenatal, birth, feeding, and postpartum classes offered through a Pasadena studio.

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Birth & postpartum doulaRobyn Katers — Breathe & Blossom DoulaLos Angeles

Birth and postpartum doula support, childbirth education, and related preparation services for Los Angeles families.

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Birth & postpartum doulaCeridwen Tran — Ritual BirthworkSouth Pasadena · Greater Los Angeles

Birth and postpartum doula support serving Los Angeles-area families, including South Pasadena and nearby communities.

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Birth doula & childbirth educationLauren Hulit — The Doula LifeLos Angeles · San Fernando & Conejo Valleys

Birth doula and childbirth-education support serving Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley, and the Conejo Valley.

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Birth doula & childbirth educationMadalyn Morris — One With ChildLos Angeles · In person & online

A Los Angeles birth doula and childbirth educator offering in-person and online support.

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Doula supportLaura WrightLos Angeles area · Confirm directly

A community-recommended doula. Email Laura or call (323) 252-9700 to ask about current services.

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Licensed midwifery & community birthFaith Freeman, CPM, LM — Mind Body BirthDowntown Los Angeles · Greater Los Angeles

A California licensed midwife and certified professional midwife providing community-birth care through Mind Body Birth.

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Birth & postpartum doulaHolly Press — Beautiful BirthSouth Bay · Los Angeles & Orange Counties

Birth and postpartum doula support serving the South Bay and surrounding Los Angeles and Orange County communities.

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Birth & postpartum doulaKylie Sharfner — Sprinkles of SageLos Angeles · Confirm service area directly

Birth and postpartum doula support, prenatal visits, newborn-care guidance, and sleep services.

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Obstetrics & gynecologyFrancesca Marie Rogers, MDGlendale

An obstetrician-gynecologist practicing in Glendale, listed in the American Medical Association physician directory.

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Obstetrics & gynecologyKelly C. Joy, MD — Cedars-SinaiLos Angeles

A board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist providing pregnancy and gynecologic care through Cedars-Sinai.

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OB-GYN physician assistantShiva Eshaghian, PA-C — Miracle Women's Medical GroupTarzana & Van Nuys

A certified physician assistant working with an OB-GYN practice serving Tarzana and Van Nuys.

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Maternal-fetal medicinePaola N. Aghajanian, MD — Center for Fetal MedicineMid-City Los Angeles · Santa Monica

A board-certified maternal-fetal medicine specialist at the Center for Fetal Medicine and Women's Ultrasound.

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Reproductive endocrinology & fertility careVuk Jovanovic, MD — Tree of Life Fertility CenterTarzana

A reproductive endocrinology and infertility specialist and medical director at Tree of Life Fertility Center in Tarzana.

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Postpartum & recoveryPelvic health, bodywork, chiropractic & feeding support8 resources
Pelvic-floor physical therapyOrigin Physical Therapy — BrentwoodBrentwood

A Brentwood physical-therapy clinic focused on pelvic health across pregnancy, postpartum, and other life stages.

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Prenatal chiropractic careChiroLife Family Wellness — Dr. Allison AdamsBeverly Hills

A Beverly Hills chiropractic practice whose official site lists pregnancy care and Webster Technique services.

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Prenatal & family chiropracticLundquist & Patterson Chiropractic Center — Dr. Anne LundquistOrange

An Orange County chiropractic practice where Dr. Anne Lundquist currently provides pregnancy and postpartum care and education.

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Prenatal & postpartum massageAlissa Kate CMTLos Angeles & Pasadena

Prenatal and postpartum massage offered in home and at the Village Birth studio in Pasadena.

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Prenatal, postpartum & newborn bodyworkAlexandra Belhassen — Osteo Manual TherapyBaldwin Hills · Los Angeles

A French-trained osteopath practicing in Los Angeles as an osteo manual therapist, with a focus on women, pregnancy, postpartum, and newborn bodywork.

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Pelvic-floor & orthopedic physical therapyManreet Sangha, PT, DPT — VerroVenice

Physical therapy at a Venice practice offering orthopedic, pelvic-health, and individualized movement support.

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Prenatal & postnatal chiropractic careDr. Marti — NatalhoodVan Nuys · Los Angeles

A chiropractor whose practice focuses on prenatal, postnatal, pediatric, and general wellness care.

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Lactation & infant oral-function supportAngie Bimat, BS-DH, OMT, IBCLC — MilkWiseWest Los Angeles · Ventura · Valencia

Lactation consulting with additional focus on infant oral function and whole-body feeding support.

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Find a doctor for my babyPediatricians & pediatric dentists13 resources
PediatricsPacific Ocean PediatricsSanta Monica

A Santa Monica pediatric practice shared by a member based on her family's past experience.

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PediatricsJulia Bruckner, MD — Balboa PediatricsEncino · San Fernando Valley

A board-certified pediatrician with Balboa Pediatrics in Encino, shared after a member's positive clinic experience.

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PediatricsLana Vasiljevic-Abelson, MD, MSTorrance · South Bay

A Torrance Memorial Physician Network pediatrician shared by a South Bay member.

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PediatricsJessica “Jessie” Zak, MD, FAAP — Westside PediatricsWestside

A Westside Pediatrics physician shared by a member based on her family's experience.

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PediatricsDaniel I. P. Lau, MD — The Doctors of Saint John's PediatricsPlaya Vista · Los Angeles

A pediatrician with The Doctors of Saint John's in Playa Vista, shared by a member based on her family's experience.

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Pediatric dentistry & frenectomyLecia Harmer, DDS, MS — Encino Tooth FairyEncino

A pediatric dental practice whose official services include infant and child tongue- and lip-tie frenectomy.

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PediatricsJenny Hoffmann, MD — Integrative Pediatrics and MedicineStudio City

A board-certified pediatrician at a Studio City practice combining conventional pediatric care with an integrative approach.

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PediatricsRita Tenenbaum, MDHermosa Beach · South Bay

A pediatrician practicing in Hermosa Beach and affiliated with Torrance Memorial Physician Network.

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PediatricsValley Pediatric Medical GroupEncino

An Encino pediatric practice caring for infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.

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PediatricsAngelee K. Reiner, MD — Pediatric Associates Medical GroupSherman Oaks

A board-certified pediatrician practicing with Pediatric Associates Medical Group in Sherman Oaks.

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Pediatric dentistryPediatric Dental ClubEncino

An Encino pediatric dental practice shared by a community member.

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Pediatric dentistry & laser frenectomyElena Rumack, DDS, MS — Calabasas Pediatric DentistryCalabasas

A pediatric dentist at Calabasas Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, whose official site lists pediatric dental care and laser frenectomy.

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Pediatric ophthalmologyJennifer M. Lin, MD — Pediatric OphthalmologySherman Oaks

A board-certified, fellowship-trained pediatric ophthalmologist providing medical and surgical eye care for children and teens.

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Classes & getting outBaby classes, museums & family outings16 resources
Developmental parent-and-child classesBloom Buds Pediatric Development & Therapy ClassesLos Angeles · Host locations vary

Occupational-therapy-designed parent-and-child classes shared by Olivia; contact the organizer for current host locations and dates.

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New-parent cohortsNew Mom SchoolLarchmont Village · Westlake Village

Facilitated education and community groups for new mothers, with Los Angeles-area locations listed on the official site.

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Indoor baby & toddler gymWild Child GymCulver City · Playa Vista

Indoor movement and play classes for young children at Culver City and Playa Vista locations.

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Indoor play classesGymboree Play & Music — EncinoEncino

An Encino play-class location that has hosted an LA New Mamas community gathering.

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Children's events & storytimesStudio City Branch LibraryStudio City

A neighborhood library shared for children's events and storytimes.

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Gardens, art & family activitiesThe Huntington — Family ActivitiesSan Marino

Gardens, galleries, and family programming in San Marino, shared by community members as an outing idea.

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Baby & toddler library programsBurbank Public Library — Kids ProgramsBurbank · Branch varies

Baby, toddler, and family programs offered across Burbank Public Library branches.

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Baby dance & movementBaby Steps LAFrogtown · Los Angeles

Baby movement classes led by Keisha Wright and currently listed through a Frogtown host location.

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Postpartum fitness & parent communityFIT4MOM Westside Los AngelesWestside Los Angeles

Parent-and-baby fitness classes and community programs serving Westside Los Angeles.

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Family music classesFamilies & MusicGreater Los Angeles · Locations vary

Music classes for babies, young children, and their caregivers at changing Los Angeles-area locations.

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Baby, toddler & preschool music classesLoveBug & Me MusicLos Feliz · South Pasadena · Santa Monica · Other LA-area locations

Caregiver-and-child music classes for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers at multiple Los Angeles-area locations.

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Parent connectionsParent HavenDigital · Local matching

A parent-connection platform shared by a member as another way to meet nearby families.

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Zoo & botanical gardensLos Angeles Zoo & Botanical GardensGriffith Park · 5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles

The City of Los Angeles zoo and botanical gardens in the northeast corner of Griffith Park.

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Art museumLos Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)Mid-Wilshire · 5905 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles

An art museum on Wilshire Boulevard with exhibitions and public programming.

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Children's museumCayton Children's MuseumDowntown Santa Monica · 395 Santa Monica Place, Level 3

A play-based children's museum at Santa Monica Place designed for children ages 0–8 and their families.

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Shopping, dining & family outingWestfield Century CityCentury City · 10250 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles

An open-air Century City shopping center with stores, dining, and entertainment.

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Help with mealsMeal delivery, volunteer support & organizing meals3 resources
Postpartum meal deliveryRestorative Roots Postpartum MealsNationwide delivery

Prepared postpartum meals delivered nationwide; the company was previously known as Mama Meals.

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Volunteer meal supportLasagna Love — Request a MealLocal availability varies

A volunteer-run program where families can request a home-cooked meal when local volunteers are available.

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Meal coordinationMeal TrainOnline

An online tool for coordinating meal deliveries and practical support around a family or friend.

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Newborn & family photosPhotographers shared by local moms3 resources
Newborn & family photographyMama PhotographerLos Angeles area

A Los Angeles-area newborn and family photographer shared by a member after her own experience.

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Newborn & family photographyPhotography by NoyaLos Angeles area

A Los Angeles-area photographer shared by a member after a newborn photography experience.

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Baby & family photographyLuna PicturesLos Angeles area · Confirm directly

A baby photographer shared by a community member through the Luna Pictures portfolio on Instagram.

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