2026 UPDATE

I'm currently taking clients for birth dates starting in August of 2026. Please contact me to set up an initial consultation. I look forward to providing birth services to the North Coast community of San Diego.

Warmly,
Dara DeSoto, LM, CPM

Supporting you every step of the way.

Birth is beautiful, but not easy. Over the last 13 years I’ve supported over 700 families, and experienced the joy and the struggle of birthing women. My desire is to be a steadfast presence for you, navigating the highs and lows of this incredible journey and helping you achieve the birth you envision. I also understand the vital importance of comprehensive support both before and after your baby's arrival. That's why I offer a diverse range of services designed to guide and assist you through pregnancy and into the transformative phase of motherhood. I'm here to ensure you feel prepared, empowered, and cared for every step of the way.

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“Dara has an amazing gift in guiding women
through the birth process,
with so much love and compassion.
The space she holds for her clients in labor
is beautiful and full of love.”

—Rachael Herrera CNM

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