Welcome! I'm a postpartum doula who believes every family deserves nurturing support during those transformative early weeks. Below, I'll share more about my background, my philosophy, and what you can expect when we work together.
Hey! I'm Briana
About
Hi! I'm Briana. I'm a certified postpartum doula who helps new parents navigate those early weeks with confidence, rest, and peace of mind.
I didn't come to this work through my own experience as a parent—I came to it because I grew up in a home of eight and saw firsthand how parenthood affects the entire family, both in beautiful ways and in ways that can be really challenging. I watched my parents juggle impossible demands, saw siblings step up (or struggle), and learned early on that the support a family receives during those early days matters deeply.
Those experiences shaped everything about how I show up for families now. I've seen what happens when parents have the help they need—and what happens when they don't. I've witnessed the difference that one caring, capable person can make in helping a household find its rhythm again. And I knew I wanted to be that person for other families, providing the kind of support that helps everyone thrive—not just survive—through this transformative time.
I believe every postpartum journey deserves encouragement, not pressure.
As a nanny, I formed incredible bonds with the families I worked with—but I noticed something. The parents who were struggling the most weren't the ones with colicky babies or sleep regressions. They were the ones in those first raw weeks postpartum, when everything felt uncertain and they questioned every decision. I realized I could make the biggest impact during that window—not over months or years, but in those crucial early days when a little support and a lot of encouragement can completely transform someone's confidence. That's when I made the shift to postpartum doula work, and I've never looked back.
That realization changed everything. I became a doula to support parents through their toughest days.
I realized parents needed support even more than their babies did.
My mission is to listen first, help second - and support you in your individual postpartum goals.
So trust me when I say I get it.
My Philosophy at Mabuhay Doula Co.
I believe in meeting babies where they are, and helping you find a rhythm that works for your whole family. Newborns are biologically wired to need close contact, frequent feeding, and responsive care. They're not being "difficult", they're communicating the only way they know how. And when we learn to read those cues and respond with patience, everything starts to click.
Here's the thing: I love a good routine. Having some predictability in your days makes life so much easier, and I'm all for helping you find a groove that feels sustainable—especially when you're heading back to work or managing multiple kids. But routines work best when they're built around your baby's natural rhythms, not imposed on them.
There's a difference between gently shaping your days and rigidly forcing a schedule. One feels like you're working with your baby. The other feels like you're constantly working against them. And honestly? You deserve to feel like you're on the same team.
My approach is rooted in respect for you as the parent, for your baby's needs, and for the reality that you're navigating a world that expects you to "bounce back" while your body and baby are still asking you to slow down. I don't push methods that prioritize convenience over connection, and I don't shame the choices you make to survive in a system that wasn't built to support new families.
Instead, I hold space.
I listen—really listen—to what you're feeling and experiencing, even the parts you've been holding back. I encourage you to voice what you want and need, because this is your journey. I'm just honored to be part of it.
I help you tune into your baby's cues, trust your instincts, and build flexible routines that respect both your baby's biology and your real life. I offer evidence-based guidance without the pressure, practical support without the judgment, and honest reassurance when the nights feel endless. Because babies thrive when they feel safe and connected. And parents thrive when they feel truly seen, supported, and believed in, not like they're failing because their newborn won't sleep on command.
That's the foundation of everything I do.
This photo? It's 6 AM, I've been up since 9 pm, and that adorable baby finally settled after an hour of fussing. My hair's a mess, I'm running on no coffee and adrenaline, and I look exactly how you'll probably feel some nights.
And that's the point.
I show up looking like someone who's been in the trenches with you—because I have. Some babies don't sleep. Some nights are brutal. Some weeks overwhelm our nervous system, mine included.
But I stay. I troubleshoot. I hold your baby so you can shower, eat something that isn't cold, or just breathe for five minutes without someone needing you.
This isn't a glamorous job, and I'm not here to pretend it is. I'm here to make sure when things get hard—and they will—you're not doing it alone.
real nights. real care.
i'm in it with you
In your corner
Number of years I've spent doing what I love and supporting families through postpartum
4.5
True crime podcasts in my queue at any given time
10
Cookbooks I own but have only used twice (still worth it)
30
very loved dogs in my home who keep me happy and always on the move
3
hours spent supporting families throughout the Bay Area!
6,000
Random facts
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here to support you
Certified Postpartum Doula
Oakland, Ca 2021
- Childbirth Professional Mission Statement
"To educate professionals serving childbearing families to become competent, entrepreneurial, ethical, and compassionate leaders who empower women and their families."
"To educate professionals serving childbearing families to become competent, entrepreneurial, ethical, and compassionate leaders who empower women and their families."
- Childbirth Professional Mission Statement
Education
Nursing Major (In Progress)
January 2026 - Present
Related courses:
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Microbiology
- Nutrition
- Maternal & Child Health
- Pharmacology
- Patient Care Fundamentals
Certified Postpartum Doula
July 2021
Course Themes:
- Course Themes:
- Labor anatomy, positions, and emotional support techniques
- Trauma-informed care and common interventions
- Baby care, sleep arrangements, and psychological needs
- 6-hour breastfeeding intensive (led by certified lactation consultant)
Student IBCLC
July 2024-Present
Certified Newborn Care Specialist
August 2024
Yue Sao Training
September 2025
Pumping & Bottlefeeding for Perinatal Professionals
January 2026
Trustline Registered
August 2024
CPR Certified
May 2025
sleeposium
My Learning Path
babies in common
Newborn care Training Academy
newborn care solutions
cinnamon Dolce
Caffeinated drink
making more milk
reading now
SENORITA BREAD
midnight snack
BAKING!
hobby
my AMAZING mom
most inspirational person
ROAD HOUSE (1989)
favorite movie
favorites at the moment
my mother :)
These three keep me grounded when work gets heavy and remind me that sometimes the best therapy is a wagging tail and a nap on the couch.
Pepe's the wise old man of the group—six years of life experience means he knows exactly when I need a calm presence curled up next to me.
Minnie's got all the Yorkie energy you'd expect, bossing everyone around despite being the second smallest, and somehow always ending up in my bed during late-night Netflix binges.
And Mochi? Pure chaos in a Shih Tzu body. She's two, she's fearless, and she loves eating tissue and hair bands. They don't care if I've had a rough night or if my hair's a mess—they're just happy I'm home. Honestly? We could all learn something from that kind of unconditional love.
P.S. Pepe once came with me to a day shift, and let me tell you—he was way better at soothing a fussy newborn than I expected. Natural talent.
these FURBABIES are MY WORLD
my sidekickS
introducing
In my cup, forever: Matcha tea Lattes
Currently obsessed with landman with billy bob thornton - hes freaking hilarious! it's a good watch on amazon.
Always kindle, never hardback
been a Beyhive since i was 4 years old
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