Independent Contractor Postpartum Doula
Location: Southern California
Job Type: 1099 Contractor
About Us:
The Birth Partner is committed to providing families with compassionate and professional postpartum support. We are looking for skilled postpartum doulas to provide care, education, and encouragement to new parents as they transition into life with a newborn.
Responsibilities:
Provide physical, emotional, and educational support to families during the postpartum period.
Assist with newborn care, including feeding, soothing, and sleep guidance.
Support parents with postpartum recovery and self-care.
Offer evidence-based information on newborn care, lactation, and mental health resources.
Light household support, including meal prep and tidying up baby-related spaces.
Maintain professional communication with clients and the team.
Qualifications:
Certified or trained postpartum doula (DONA, CAPPA, ProDoula, or equivalent preferred).
Experience working with newborns and postpartum families.
Knowledge of infant feeding, sleep, and postpartum recovery.
Reliable transportation and ability to work flexible hours, including nights.
Compassionate, non-judgmental, and supportive approach to care.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and a brief introduction about their experience and passion for supporting families to thebirthpartner@gmail.com. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!