Supporting Women in San Diego

As a mother who became a doula and now a midwife, I deeply understand the profound value of comprehensive birth and postpartum support. This support is crucial not only for the mother's well-being but also for the newborn's gentle transition from the womb to loving arms.

My journey has instilled in me a strong desire to serve. As a midwife, I know the importance of presence and advocacy. As a mother, my heart's greatest desire is to empower those I support, helping them not just cope, but truly thrive in the new rhythms of family life.

I firmly believe that women deserve to have options and choices in childbirth and throughout their postpartum season. I value education, preparation, and unwavering presence, recognizing that a well-supported mother is more likely to experience a positive birth outcome and flourish in the journey beyond.

I eagerly await the opportunity to connect with you and support you in the beautiful, creative process of growing your family.

My family…. Hannah, Peter, Brooklyn, PJ, me, Isaac, Kaya

What People Are Saying

Inviting Dara to be apart of our birth team was our best decision surrounding the birth of our first baby.

— Ellen Sieck

Dara blew my expectations out of the water, especially given the additional challenges that COVID-19 posed.

— Heidi Wang

She is vastly knowledgeable, incredibly gifted at what she does and she has the most warm and beautiful personality. I cannot recommend her enough!

— Jessa

Dara was an absolute lifesaver as a lactation consultant.

— Brooke

Licensure & Credentials

Licensed Midwife – Medical Board of California

Licensed Midwife – Idaho Board of Nursing

Certified Professional Midwife (CPM) – NARM

Certifications & Advanced Clinical Training

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – AAP (Active)

CPR & BLS – American Red Cross (Active)

Certified Lactation Education Counselor (CLEC) – UC San Diego

Helping Mothers and Babies Survive – Master Course (2024)

San Diego Midwife – Assistant student midwife (2022–2024)

New Beginnings Birth Center – Primary student midwife (2024–2025)

Spinning Babies® – Gail Tully, CPM (2014)

DONA International Certified Birth Doula (2013)

Hypnobabies Childbirth Hypno-Doula (2015)

CAPPA Postpartum Care Training (2015)

Midwifery Assistant Training – Beach Cities Midwifery (2015)

It’s worth it!