About Denise Curtis
Hi, I’m Denise.
I help LA families birth your way — without judgment.
CAPPA Certified Labor & Postpartum Doula, HypnoBirthing® Educator, Lactation Educator, Childbirth Educator, Infant Care Instructor, and Sleep Coach — serving Los Angeles and Northern Orange County. Proficient in American Sign Language.
My Story
How I ended up where I am.
Before becoming a Doula, I worked in many family-based fields. Starting in my teens as a babysitter for my neighborhood, I’ve always had a passion for uplifting and supporting families.
I worked in infant and child care before transitioning to working in public and private schools for children with learning disabilities. After spending over a decade working with elementary-aged children, I was called back to my passion in infant and family care. I decided to become a Doula so I could support families from their very beginning.
I love being able to provide families with emotional, physical, mental, and informational support in a non-judgmental manner — while creating strong personal bonds that include loyalty, privacy, and trust.
Having experienced my own birth and postpartum, I know first-hand the struggles and worries new moms deal with every day. I’m here to help guide you through this process, offering encouragement and expert advice so you can feel confident in your new role as a parent.
My Philosophy
Three things I want for you.
An easier birth
Evidence-based classes, comfort measures, and one-on-one support so you feel confident walking into your birth — hospital, birth center, or home.
Enjoyable feeding
Lactation education, pumping guidance, and nourishment support — because feeding your little one shouldn’t feel like a second job.
Confident care
Infant care instruction, safe-sleep practices, and the steady reassurance that you’re already doing beautifully.
Credentials
Certified, trained, and continuously learning.
My certificates:
CAPPA Certified Labor Doula (CLD)
CAPPA Certified Postpartum Doula (CPD)
HypnoBirthing® Certified Childbirth Educator
Breastfeeding & Lactation Coaching
CAPPA Childbirth Educator Training
Spinning Babies® Workshop
Dog & Baby Safety
Empowering Parents through Infant Food Sensitivities
Birthing from Within — Exploring the Labyrinth for Birth
Adult & Pediatric First Aid / CPR / AED
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A glimpse into my life
The moments in between.
Where I serve families
Los Angeles and Northern Orange County.
South Bay
- Torrance
- Redondo Beach
- Hermosa Beach
- Manhattan Beach
- Palos Verdes/Rolling Hills
- Carson
- Gardena
- Lawndale
- Hawthorne
- Inglewood
- El Segundo
- San Pedro
- Long Beach
Central LA
- West Hollywood
- Hollywood
- Miracle Mile
- Mid City
- Koreatown
- DTLA
- Silverlake
- Echo Park
Westside
- Marina Del Rey
- Culver City
- Venice Beach
- Santa Monica
- Pacific Palisades
- Brentwood
- Westwood
- Century City
- Beverly Hills
Northern OC
- Seal Beach
- Huntington Beach
- Fountain Valley
- Westminster
- Garden Grove
- Cypress
- Buena Park
- Anaheim
Outside this map? Reach out — I consider those on a case-by-case basis.
Ready to start your journey?
Schedule a free consultation, and let’s talk about what you need.