It All Began From a Seed Planted at Home.
My journey as a doula started from a seed planted at home. Growing up with an immigrant mom and an American dad, I was the third eldest of eight children. As the oldest girl, I naturally became my mother's helper, fostering a deep affinity and comfort around infants and children of different ages.
This upbringing laid the foundation for my passion in childcare, eventually leading me to become a night postpartum doula. With a professional background in childcare, I've dedicated the past three years to supporting families during one of the most transformative times in their lives.
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professional care
younger sis
my mom
Morning meditation, cuddles with my adorable dogs 🐶 + incredible fiancé 💍, avo toast 🥑 🍞 with eggs 🍳+ cottage cheese + sprouts, protein shake, and good skin care 🧴(Lira, Skin Script, Image, iykyk 😉)
daily rituals
Walking my dogs around the city 🐕🦺, working out 🏋🏾♀️, spending my Friday night browsing Target 🎯, home watching movies 🍿 ,or studying 📖
YOU CAN FIND ME:
Stagnating in personal and professional growth 📈, settling for the minimum, disregarding feelings 😁🥺😡
I'm NOT ABOUT:
The power of education 📚, love is love 🏳️🌈, advocacy for underserved communities ✍🏾, importance of compassion in being a caregiver 🥰
I BELIEVE IN:
With eight years of diverse childcare experience, including newborn care, overnight support, and working with twins, I bring a wealth of knowledge and compassion to my role. I trained with Childbirth Professionals International and am committed to furthering my education with ethnically-focused training and traditional services.
As a woman with African American roots from Mississippi and Eastern Louisiana, combined with Filipina heritage and a touch of Spanish and Chinese ancestry, I deeply embrace the richness of my background and the unique perspective it brings to my practice. Together, let's embark on a magical and empowering journey!
My superpower is helping women become the best version of themselves
Having spent my entire life in the vibrant East Bay, I now call San Francisco home, where I live with my partner and my three beloved dogs.
As a dedicated nursing major, I navigate the complexities of higher education while thriving in my professional infant care career. Growing up in a bustling household of eight children, being the eldest daughter naturally positioned me as my mother’s helper, instilling in me the values of hard work, education, altruism, and integrity.
So, why did I become a doula? It was a calling that found me. Inspired by a YouTube video about a serene home-birth experience with a doula, I discovered my passion for supporting parents during one of the most transformative times of their lives. This revelation, coupled with my 5 years of experience as a professional infant care provider, solidified my commitment to this path.
My mission as a doula is to empower parents, helping them uncover their true desires for their post-birth experiences. Whether it's guiding you into a serene bath at night or offering a shoulder to cry on during those challenging moments, I am dedicated to being your unwavering support.
to Cowboy Carter by Beyoncé
listening:
Bánh mì with a matcha latte
CRAVING:
the fourth trimester
READING:
Orange juice, Fruit infused Water
DRINKING:
Peaky blinders... my 2nd time?
watching:
Currently
Badges
Throughout our journey, we've witnessed consistent growth and unwavering dedication.
Years
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Satisfaction
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Customers
To accompany you and growwith you.
CERTIFICATIONS
CERTIFIED BIRTH + POSTPARTUM DOULA
CHILDBIRTH PROFESSIONALS INTERNATIONAL
CERTIFIED NEWBORN CARE SPECIALIST
NEWBORN CARE TRAINING ACADEMY
My Favorite Things
Traveling — especially to an awesome restaurant like this one, that I visited while in China that served delicious family style meals
my happy place!
Max's in Daly City. Yummy! This filipino restaraunt reminds of my mother and grandmother. Try the Sinigang na Baboy if you're local!
Food. All of it. But some of my favorite things to eat for breakfast is toast with cottage cheese and a healthy fat like avocado.
My Favorite Things
My mom and I. This woman has taught me love and compassion and the reason I love working as a healer.
Ice Matcha Latte me with Oat milk and a splash of vanilla!
my guilty pleasure
My fur babies! I have 3 in total. This is Minnie :)
HERE'S MY OFFICIAL BIO
Briana Smith is the go-to doula for exhausted or anxious parents who want their babies cared for at night, allowing them to rest and recharge for the day ahead.
When Briana arrives, she ensures that moms can enjoy motherhood and have time for themselves.
Since 2018, she has worked countless shifts in the homes of working and high-profile families throughout the Bay Area, understanding each family's needs and navigating challenges to succeed in this role.
In 2021, she launched her postpartum business, The Skin to Skin Doula, aimed at helping families get organized from day one and heal more quickly with support.
An outgoing introvert and huge Beyoncé fan, Briana is also a mom to three fur babies. She currently lives in San Francisco and dreams of opening a medical spa to help new mothers recover, relax, and be pampered all-in-one place.
aka where i talk about myself in third person 😅
Grandma
Step-Brother, Mom, Stepdad, Sis in-law, younger sister (from left to right)
Me again :)
Brother (behind me), Me, Mom, Grandma in-law, Step-brother, Sister (from left to right)
The youngest out of all 8 kids
Bro w/ his wife
Tea
Mountains
EARLY BIRD
TOPSheet
Chocolate
Popsicles
LIME LACROIX
Coffee
Beach
night owl
no topsheet
Popcorn
Cake
PELLIGRINO
Where I stand on the super important stuff... Agree / disagree?
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"If I had a flower for each time I thought of my mother, I could walk through a garden."
“My partner and I, first-time parents, could not write a more glowing review of Briana!!"
THE REVIEWS
so they say:
Your ultimate guide to stress-free family adventures! Briana is here to share her top tips for traveling with kids! Get ready to embark on hassle-free journeys and create lasting memories with your family.
Guide with tips for traveling with kids!
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