Gabriela McAuliffe
Gabriela McAuliffe
Gabriela McAuliffe
About me
Hello families! My name is Gabriela McAuliffe, and I’m a certified Postpartum Doula passionate about helping parents feel calm, confident, and supported during the fourth trimester. I provide nurturing, non-judgmental care for both baby and parents, whether that means newborn soothing, light household support, or simply a listening ear during those big emotional shifts. I also offer breastfeeding support and guidance on safe sleep practices, helping families feel empowered with evidence-based information and gentle techniques that fit their unique needs. Originally from Brazil and now based in California, I speak English and Portuguese and love serving families of diverse cultures and backgrounds. My philosophy is rooted in compassion, respect for each family’s choices, and creating a peaceful environment that allows parents to rest, recover, and bond with their new little one.
Education
Bachelor in Human Resources- University in Brazil (2017)
Certification and training
ProDoula certified Postpartum and Infant Care (2025)
Soul Sisters Doula – curso Postpartum in Practice & Business Strategies (2024)
Doulas Institute – certified Postpartum Doula (2024)
American Red Cross – Pediatric CPR & First Aid (2025)
Stanford – Short Course on Breastfeeding (2025)
Lactation Training (2025)
Safe Sleep Practices - Newborn Care training Academy (2025)
Specialties
Languages
English, Portuguese
Service introduction
Bilingual Postpartum Doula providing newborn care, breastfeeding support, safe-sleep guidance, and gentle overnight or daytime help. I create a calm space for parents to rest and bond while I handle light household tasks. Serving families within 40 miles of Sonoma, CA.
Packages
Ratings and reviews
Gabriela provided extraordinary postpartum doula services to our family after our baby was born. She cared for our baby at night allowing us to get amazing sleep. She was safe, loving, and caring at all times. We can’t recommend her more highly.
- Suzie B.
Inviting someone into your home in those early postpartum weeks is such a leap of trust, and Gabi made us feel comfortable and cared for from the start. We were the first family Gabi worked with as a doula, and watching her confidence and skills grow over the 2 weeks we worked together was truly heartwarming. She approached every shift with kindness, patience, and a genuine eagerness to help. She listened carefully, took direction with ease, and quickly picked up on our routines and preferences. Her knowledge of newborn safety gave us peace of mind, and she even introduced us to a bottle-feeding technique we now use regularly. During nighttime feedings, she was calm, gentle, and attentive, and her thoughtful and detailed text recaps each morning left us feeling supported and understood. We are so grateful for the care she provided during such an important time in our lives.
- Jen M.