Local Pasadena Birth Resources
BY: REBECCA BELENKY OF LOS ANGELES BIRTH
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Pasadena’s birth and postpartum community is full of skilled, compassionate professionals who are passionate about supporting families through every stage of the journey. From choosing where to give birth, to finding the right postpartum care, to building your parenting village, there’s no shortage of local expertise.
✨Birthing Locations
First things first—where would YOU like to give birth? You will birth best where you feel safe. Is that at home, a birth center, or at a hospital?
Where you choose to give birth shapes your experience in profound ways. Some families feel most comfortable with the technology of a hospital, while others prefer the cozy atmosphere of a birth center. Fortunately, Pasadena has options for either preference.
Huntington Hospital –Full-service maternity care with 24/7 obstetricians, anesthesiologists, and a Level III NICU.
Moxie Birth Center –Pasadena-based birth center offering midwife-led care, nitrous oxide pain management, and a cozy, home-like setting.
Your home 📍
If you are looking into giving birth at your home in Pasadena, you probably want to find a midwife that you vibe with. Midwives provide prenatal care, emotional support, and expert guidance for low-risk birth.
Julia Underwood –Certified professional midwife with a focus on individualized care and honoring each family’s unique birth story.
Jamie Hatcher –Experienced midwife known for her calm presence, evidence-based approach, and dedication to empowering birthing people.
✨Doula Support
Doulas offer non-medical emotional, physical, and informational support, helping families feel empowered and cared for before, during, and after birth. Whether you’re preparing for labor or adjusting to life with a newborn, a doula can make the journey more connected and less overwhelming.
Los Angeles Birth –Birth and postpartum doula support for home, hospital, and birth center births. Based in South Pasadena.
Earthside Holistic –Specializes in postpartum doula care, nutritious meal preparation, and overnight newborn support to help families rest and recover.
Erika Richardson –Birth and postpartum doula offering compassionate support, along with placenta encapsulation services for postpartum wellness.
Becca Roth –Postpartum doula and belly binding specialist who supports recovery and nurtures the transition into parenthood.
✨Body Workers
Bodywork can be a valuable part of prenatal and postpartum wellness, offering relief from physical tension, supporting alignment, and promoting overall well-being. These practitioners offer supportive care for the childbearing year.
Tamryn Storm Hawker –Acupuncture and herbal support for fertility, pregnancy and postpartum.
Focus Chiropractic –Family-centered chiropractic care that supports alignment, reduces discomfort, and promotes optimal pelvic balance during pregnancy.
Sparrow’s Nest Massage –Specializing in prenatal and postpartum massage to relieve tension, encourage relaxation, and support overall well-being for new and expecting parents.
Linda Sayyad –Physical Therapist with a focus on gentle, restorative techniques to ease tension and promote wellness during and after pregnancy.
Laura Derr –Licensed acupuncturist who supports reproductive health, pregnancy comfort, and postpartum recovery.
✨Lactation Consultants
Feeding your baby can be one of the most rewarding — and sometimes challenging — parts of new parenthood. Lactation consultants provide support to help you navigate lactation, troubleshoot challenges, and feel confident in your feeding journey.
Evonne Smith –International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with a gentle, personalized approach to supporting nursing families.
Josée Pound –IBCLC providing guidance on latch, milk supply, pumping, and navigating the emotional side of feeding.
✨Class and Community Groups
Pasadena’s parenting community thrives on connection. Classes, workshops, and support groups offer opportunities to learn new skills, meet other families, and build friendships that could last well beyond the baby stage.
Hypnobirthing –Nina Phelan is a Certified HypnoBirthing instructor helping families prepare for a calm, empowered birth experience.
Denise Peyre –Yoga and sound bath practitioner offering prenatal and postpartum classes that combine movement and relaxation.
Dad’s Support Group –In-person group for dads and partners, facilitated by psychiatrist and father of two, TC Scotton, offering a safe place to share experiences and challenges.
Yoga House –Pasadena based yoga studio offering a WIDE variety of classes for prenatal and postpartum bodies. Virtual and In-person options available.
Village Birth – Community-based classes, support groups, and workshops for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
The Family Room – Classes, playgroups, and support circles for new and expecting parents.
Welcoming a new baby is a deeply personal journey, and having the right support can make all the difference. Pasadena’s birth community is filled with dedicated professionals, but the most important thing is finding care that feels right for you. If you are curious about doula support in the Pasadena area, get in touch! I’d be happy to talk and hear about what you desire from your birth experience.
