POSTPARTUM DOULA & NEWBORN CARE SPECIALIST SERVICES
Care for your baby, support for your recovery
At Source of Nurturing, the goal is simple: to care for your baby, support your recovery, and guide you so that by the end of your time together you feel confident and ready to continue on your own.
Care in English, Portuguese and Spanish
TrustLine Certified
CPR Certified
Meiriele
Supporting families since 2016
Lactation Training & Workshops
Liability Insured
Sleep Training Certified
Caring for babies and families since
2004
About Me
Originally from Brazil, I came to the US in 2004 with a passion for childcare that has shaped my career ever since.
My journey into motherhood began when I met my husband in 2006, and together we welcomed our first daughter in 2008. Soon after, we were blessed with two more beautiful children.
My deep-rooted love for nurturing and supporting families led me to pursue doula work. With a warm, compassionate approach, I provide personalized care that respects each family's unique needs and preferences.
Mother of three
Childcare since 2004
English · Portuguese · Spanish
How It Works
1
Consultation
we talk about your family, due date and the support you need, in English, Portuguese or Spanish.
2
Custom plan
you receive a schedule that tapers off over time. For example, 7 nights a week in the early weeks, gradually reducing as you gain confidence.
3
Reserve your dates
a signed agreement and retainer hold your spot. A five-day early-arrival window before your due date is included in case baby comes early. If you have insurance or a family benefits program, we'll help you use it toward your care.
4
Care begins
support from the very first night.
before care ends, Meiriele makes sure you're ready to continue on your own.
5
Confident transition
SERVICES
1
Overnight Newborn Care
Rest and recover while an experienced specialist cares for your baby through the night. Shifts usually run from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
A postpartum doula gives you the tools to steady yourself, thrive and find balance in your new life with baby. Meiriele's role is to support your parenting philosophy, care for your well-being, and help you find your own inner strength. Whether you need to catch up on much-needed rest, want a caring person to talk to, or need help getting back into a routine, you can count on her compassion and understanding every night.
Certified care you can trust:
TrustLine Certified: cleared through California's background-check registry for in-home caregivers
CPR Certified: trained to respond quickly and calmly in an emergency
Sleep Training Certified: trained in healthy, age-appropriate sleep shaping and sleep training methods
Lactation Training & Workshops: trained to support latch, positioning, milk supply and feeding challenges
Liability Insured: Source of Nurturing carries liability insurance for added peace of mind while care takes place in your home
Liability Insured: Source of Nurturing carries liability insurance for added peace of mind while care takes place in your home
What's included each night:
Soothing, diapering and swaddling
Feeding support through the night, or bringing baby to you for nursing
Close watch of baby's cues, comfort and well-being
Safe sleep practices at all times
Help building a calm, consistent night routine
A clear update each morning on feeds, sleep and diapers
The result: with every night of support, you build self-confidence, trust in your own instincts, and the strength to take the reins and become the parent you want to be.
2
Lactation & Feeding Support
Hands-on help to make feeding a confident and positive experience, whether you breastfeed, bottle-feed or combine both. Meiriele has completed lactation training and workshops, so every family gets informed, hands-on feeding support.
Latch, positioning and feeding frequency
Support for building and protecting milk supply
Pumping help, bottle prep and milk storage guidance
Paced bottle feeding
Encouragement and reassurance for the feeding parent
3
Newborn Sleep Support
Healthy sleep habits built gently and consistently from the first day.
Sleep shaping: age-appropriate routines that lay the foundation for longer stretches of sleep
Night routine: a calming, predictable bedtime routine for your baby and household
Sleep regressions: guidance through the bumps along the way
Sleep training (optional): a more structured plan for families who want one, offered as a separate service
4
Parent Education & Guidance
Meiriele leads in the early weeks and gradually hands over to you as your confidence grows.
Answers to your questions about feeding, naps, soothing, bathing and what's normal for your baby's age
Help reading your baby's cues and trusting your instincts
Tips and routines you can keep using after care ends
6
Twins & Multiples Care
Extensive hands-on experience caring for twins, including:
Coordinating feeding and sleep schedules for two
Tandem feeding support
Organized routines that keep the household running smoothly
5
Postpartum Recovery & Emotional Support
The fourth trimester is a big transition. You'll have a calm, experienced and non-judgmental presence by your side.
Emotional support and encouragement
Space for parents to rest, heal and bond
Guidance through the adjustment to life with a newborn
7
Care for Babies with Additional Needs
Experience supporting babies with medical concerns, including:
Severe reflux, with paced feeding, positioning and close monitoring
Feeding tubes
Careful communication with parents about each baby's needs
8
Twins & Multiples Care
Washing and sterilizing bottles and pump parts
Preparing bottles for the next feeds
Restocking supplies and keeping baby areas organized
9
Travel Care
Traveling with your newborn? Meiriele can come with your family to provide care on the road. Travel care needs at least two weeks' notice and is set up under a separate travel agreement.
Why Families Choose Source of Nurturing
01
Supporting families since 2016, with around 60 families cared for
02
Specialized experience with twins and medically complex babies
03
Care in English, Portuguese and Spanish, so families can feel at home in their own language
04
Calm, warm and fully confidential care. What happens in your home stays in your home.
05
A clear goal: leaving you with confident parents and a well-rested baby
06
Works with insurance and family benefits programs, such as Carrot
07
Fully covered by liability insurance, for your family's peace of mind
CONTACT
Have any questions?
Whether you're expecting, planning ahead, or curious about my services, I'm here to help. Send a message or book a free Virtual Meet & Greet.