When did you last truly rest?
You love your baby.
But the sleepless nights, constant feedings, and pressure to do everything yourself are catching up with you.
You don’t need to push through exhaustion.
You need rest.
You need support.
Overnight newborn care for families who need more than advice.
California
Personalized support for your growing family
✦ How I Can Help ✦
Overnight Newborn Care
Sleep while your baby receives loving, attentive care. I help with feeding, diaper changes, soothing, routines, and overnight support so you can wake feeling more rested and recovered.
Postpartum Support
The postpartum period can feel overwhelming. Whether you need practical guidance, emotional reassurance, or simply someone experienced by your side, I help make those early weeks feel less stressful and more manageable.
Lactation Support
Breastfeeding isn't always intuitive. Receive personalized guidance to help you feel more confident and supported throughout your feeding journey.
Sleep Consulting
Healthy sleep starts with realistic expectations and age-appropriate support. Together we'll create a plan that works for your baby and your family.
✦ A GENTLER WAY TO EXPERIENCE THE NEWBORN STAGE ✦
The newborn days don’t have to be about survival.
With the right support, you can spend less time feeling overwhelmed and more time enjoying your baby.
More rest.
More confidence.
More peace of mind.
More support when you need it most.
You've probably already tried to do it all on your own.
- Pushing through the exhaustion because "that's what parents do"
- Searching Google at 3 a.m. hoping for answers
- Trying every sleep tip, feeding advice, and parenting hack you can find
- Telling yourself you just need to be stronger
- Waiting for things to get easier on their own
- Putting your own recovery at the bottom of the list
Here, you'll find held space, gentle care, and lasting support. Because the truth is: support isn't a luxury.
✦ MOTHERHOOD WAS NEVER MEANT TO FEEL THIS LONELY ✦
You may be:
Crying more easily than usual
Feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or constantly on edge
Struggling to recover while caring for a newborn
Wondering why everyone else seems to be handling this better
Afraid to sleep because your baby might wake up
Wishing someone would simply step in and help
✦ MY APPROACH ✦
You don’t need another checklist.
You need experienced support that helps you rest, recover, and feel confident caring for your baby.
Every family is different, which is why my approach combines personalized guidance, hands-on care, and ongoing support tailored to your needs.
Getting to Know Your Family
Before we begin, I take time to understand your baby's needs, your feeding goals, your concerns, and what kind of support would make the biggest difference for your family.
Personalized Care and Guidance
Whether providing overnight newborn care, postpartum support, lactation guidance, or sleep consulting, every recommendation is tailored to your family's unique situation and parenting style.
Rest, Confidence and Lasting Support
My goal isn't just to help you through tonight. It's to help you feel more rested, supported, and confident as you navigate life with your baby long after our time together.
Laura Cechinato
Experience, expertise, and genuine care
Before becoming a doula, I spent years working as a nanny and caring for children and families through different stages of life.
Today, I combine that hands-on experience with specialized training as a:
✔ Advanced Certified Doula
✔ Certified Newborn Care Specialist
✔ Lactation Specialist
✔ Certified Sleep Consultant
My goal is simple:
To help your family feel supported, informed, and cared for during the newborn journey.
✦ WHAT FAMILIES OFTEN ASK ✦
Some families hire support before their baby arrives, while others reach out once sleep deprivation and recovery become overwhelming. There is no “right” time—only the time when you feel ready for support.
Absolutely. I provide lactation support and can help you navigate feeding challenges while protecting your rest as much as possible.
Every family is different. Some need occasional support, while others prefer ongoing overnight care during the first weeks or months.
Many experienced parents find support even more valuable because they’re balancing recovery, a newborn, work responsibilities, and older children.
