SF Bay Area · Postpartum Doula & Infant Care Specialist

You deserve to feel held during this season.

The weeks after birth are tender, transformative, and sometimes overwhelming. I'm here to bring calm, confidence, and care into your home — so you can focus on what matters most.

Parent and newborn hands

Julia's philosophy

"Every family's rhythm is unique — I gently adapt to yours."

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Overnight Newborn Care

Rest easy knowing your baby is in gentle, experienced hands through the night. I handle feedings and soothing so you can sleep and recover.

02

Breastfeeding & Feeding Support

Whether you're breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, or a combination, I offer calm, non-judgmental guidance to help feeding feel manageable.

03

Emotional Support & Counseling

Postpartum emotions can be a lot to carry. I'm here to listen without judgment, offer reassurance, and help you feel less alone.

04

Light Household Help

Baby laundry, bottle prep, nursery tidying, simple meal prep — the small things that make a big difference when you're running on little sleep.

Julia was a wonderful, grounding presence for us. I always looked forward to seeing her and felt comfortable handing our new arrival off to her for the night.

— Anne B.

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Julia Mochizuki — Postpartum Doula
Certified Postpartum Doula & Infant Care Specialist

Meet Julia Mochizuki

I became a doula because families deserve more than just hands-on care.

With over six years of experience in infant and child care — and two years dedicated specifically to postpartum support — I've had the privilege of walking alongside many families through one of life's most profound transitions.

My approach is calm, intuitive, nurturing, and practical. I believe every family's rhythm is unique, and my goal is always to gently adapt to your home's needs — providing structure and confidence without judgment or pressure.

Driven by my passion to truly support women and babies, I bring warmth, understanding, and knowledge that empowers parents long after my visits end. My goal is simple: to help every family feel confident, secure, and well cared for — fully prepared to continue their journey with peace and assurance.

Certified Postpartum Doula

Trained through the Doulas Institute, with a deep foundation in postpartum care, newborn support, and the physical and emotional recovery of new parents.

Lactation Education

Additional training in lactation support to help families navigate breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, and combination feeding with confidence and without judgment.

Currently Pursuing

Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) and Sleep Consultant certifications — deepening my expertise to offer even more specialized, evidence-based care to the families I serve.

My approach

What you can always expect from me

No judgment, ever

Whether you choose breast, bottle, or combo — there's no wrong way to nourish your baby. I'm here to support your choices, not shape them.

Calm in the chaos

My presence is steady and grounding. I arrive ready to work alongside you and bring a sense of ease to even the most overwhelming days.

Practical knowledge

Six years of real-world experience means I bring answers — not just reassurance — to the questions that come up at 3am.

Care that continues

I'm reachable between visits by phone or text, because your questions and concerns don't wait for scheduled hours.

What I offer

Support that truly meets you where you are.

Every package begins with a free consultation so I can understand your family's unique needs, goals, and home environment. From there, all in-home support is tailored to you.

Before baby arrives

Free Consultation

Complimentary

Before anything else, we connect. I'll come to meet you, learn about your family's needs and goals for the postpartum period, and talk through what support would look like in your home. This session includes postpartum resources and educational materials to help you prepare for baby's arrival.

  • One-on-one in-person meeting
  • Discussion of expectations & recovery
  • Postpartum resource packet
  • No pressure, no commitment

Nights · typically 10pm–6am

Overnight Newborn Care

Contact for rates

Sleep deprivation is one of the hardest parts of early parenthood. I take the night shift so you and your partner can rest and recover. I handle all nighttime wake-ups, feedings, diaper changes, and settling — so you can actually sleep.

  • All nighttime feedings & diapering
  • Infant soothing & settling
  • Safe sleep setup & monitoring
  • Sleep log for your reference
  • Breast milk handling & bottle prep
  • Feeding notes for your records

Breast · bottle · combo

Breastfeeding & Feeding Support

Included in all packages

Feeding a newborn can be one of the most challenging and emotional parts of new parenthood. With additional lactation education, I offer calm, practical support for breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, or a combination — always following your lead and honoring your choices.

  • Latch support & positioning
  • Bottle-feeding guidance
  • Pumping support & milk storage
  • Feeding schedule guidance
  • Combo-feeding planning
  • Referrals to IBCLC if needed

Available throughout

Emotional Support & Counseling

Included in all packages

The postpartum period brings a full spectrum of emotions — joy, grief, overwhelm, and everything in between. I'm a steady, non-judgmental presence who listens, validates, and supports. I also monitor for signs of postpartum mood disorders and can connect you with the right resources if needed.

  • Active listening & validation
  • Postpartum mood awareness
  • Partner support & communication
  • Resource & referral guidance

The little things, handled

Light Household Help

Included in all packages

When you're recovering and caring for a newborn, the everyday tasks can pile up fast. I take care of the little things so your home feels calm and your energy stays focused on you and your baby.

  • Baby laundry & nursery tidying
  • Bottle washing & sterilizing
  • Simple meal & snack prep
  • Organizing postpartum supplies

Packages

Flexible support, your way

Essentials

A few overnight or daytime visits to ease the transition home. Ideal for families with some support already in place who want an extra set of experienced hands.

Extended Care

Longer-term support across the first 4–6 weeks for families who want consistent, sustained care as they find their new normal.

All pricing is customized to your family's needs and schedule. Contact me for a free discovery call and personalized quote.

Client stories

Families I've had the honor of supporting.

Every family I work with trusts me with something precious — their most vulnerable season. Here's what a few of them have shared.

Newborn baby

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Julia was a night doula for our daughter as we navigated the exhausting newborn phase. She was a wonderful, grounding presence for us. I always looked forward to seeing her and felt comfortable handing our new arrival off to her for the night. Highly recommend working with her as an investment in sleep & post-partum calm!

— Anne B.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Working with Julia was an incredibly positive experience. From the very beginning, she created a calm and supportive environment, always attentive to my needs and preferences. Her kindness and patience were evident throughout the entire time we worked together, and she provided thoughtful guidance that made me feel truly cared for. I couldn't have asked for a more supportive and nurturing person by my side. Highly recommend!

— Erica S.

Ready to experience this kind of support for your own family?

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Get in touch

Let's see if we're the right fit.

Discovery calls are free, relaxed, and about 20–30 minutes. I'd love to hear about your family, your due date or arrival, and what kind of support feels most important to you.

Email

doula.juliamochi@gmail.com

Phone & Text

+1 (415) 571-4949

Response time

Within 24 hours

Service area I serve families throughout the SF Bay Area, including San Francisco, Oakland, East Bay and surrounding communities. Reach out to confirm availability in your area.

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