Birth & postpartum doula · Orange County
A softer landing
into parenthood.
Birth and daytime postpartum support with someone in your corner.
I’m Mathilde, a French doula, photographer, and mother of three. I help Orange County families feel cared for, informed, and more at ease—from preparing for birth to finding your feet at home.
Book a complimentary consultation
From one family
to another
“Every time she left our house we felt like a big load of worries and chores was off our shoulders.”
Lucie · Irvine Read more client stories →
You don’t need to have it all figured out.
Before we make a plan,
I want to hear your story.
What are you looking forward to? What’s keeping you up? What would make these days feel easier?
My work began in Paris, and I founded My French Doula here in California in 2017. What matters to me is that you feel listened to, informed, and comfortable being yourself. Your preferences belong at the center of your care.
A little more about me →In your corner
For the birth.
The homecoming.
You, cared for.
Preparing & welcoming
Birth doula support
Time to explore your options and prepare together. A steady presence for you and your partner as your birth unfolds.
Talk through birth supportSettling in at home
Daytime postpartum care
Help with your newborn, a meal, feeding questions, and the everyday things that can wait—so you have space to recover and get to know your baby.
Explore daytime careAs your family grows
A little more rest.
Memories to come back to.
Sleep, with your family in mind.
Let’s look at naps, bedtime, and the nights in between, and find an approach that fits your family. In Orange County or virtually.
Gentle sleep consulting →
Through my lens
The way it felt
to be right here.
Pregnancy, birth, and those first days together. Photographs of your family, just as you are.
Explore my photography →A place for your questions
Curious about
your options?
Explore birth and postpartum topics at your own pace, then bring your questions to our conversation and your care team.
Browse all 13 resources →Close to home
French roots.
Here for Orange County families.
Based in Lake Forest, I travel across Orange County for birth, daytime postpartum care, and photography.
Lake Forest · Irvine · Mission Viejo · Newport Beach · Laguna Hills · Laguna Niguel · Laguna Beach · Aliso Viejo · Rancho Santa Margarita · Tustin · Costa Mesa · Santa Ana · Dana Point · San Juan Capistrano · Trabuco Canyon
Let’s start with a conversation.
Tell me about your family.
You don’t need a finished birth plan or a list of the right questions.
We’ll talk about what you need, and see whether we feel like a good fit.
Or write to me at hello@myfrenchdoula.com