EXCELLENT
Based on 41 reviews
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Erika C.Verified
First I want to thank them for being available on a Sunday. I had a rough night with my newborn and because of my hormones I know now that added to me feeling overwhelmed and could not wait til Monday. Brandi reached out to me right away and we confirmed a time. During her in home visit she helped me get my son to relatch. But more importantly she made me feel relaxed and reassured me that we were doing well. As a new mom who is sleep deprived and with hormones all over the place her approach and gentle touch was appreciated. Over the next few days she also followed up which was nice. She was very supportive and kind.Posted on Yelp![]()
Shiri G.Verified
Our sleep consultation with Brandi changed our lives. I get that this sounds dramatic, but after not sleeping for almost two years, sleeping again was pretty dramatic. While I absolutely support all parents in however they chose to sleep train or not sleep train their babies, I was not personally comfortable doing any sort of Cry-It-Out practice with my son, and Brandi was able to guide us into a healthier sleep situation that suited our lifestyle and parenting styles. She is very knowledgable and was a delight to work with. I have already recommended her services to almost a dozen sleep deprived new parents, as I know they will not be disappointed and will get what they need. Brandi is also a very prominent and positive role model and leader amongst many Mom groups out in L.A, and I feel very ethically sound in supporting her and her business. Can not recommend her enough!Posted on Yelp![]()
Kim W.Verified
Took a prenatal breast feeding class here. The instructor was Hannah. The structure of the class was informal so there were plenty of opportunities for questions and discussions. As an expectant mommy of twins, she was very knowledgeable and patient about answering specific questions related to twin feeding. If we have trouble we will likely hire one of their consultants to help us with the process. We have great confidence in them.Posted on Yelp![]()
Christie R.Verified
The Cradle Company saved my sanity. Seriously. Last year, I gave birth to my treasured little baby, who was quite frustrated with breastfeeding. Hannah and the breastfeeding support group provided me with an environment that helped me to persist through that tough transition period... my frustrated baby eventually became a champion at the breast (so much so that she weaned herself off of the bottle)! If you are looking for or even considering lactation support, this is the place to be. In addition to breastfeeding support, I've also been through the childbirth education class. It was well done and not prescriptive... it was truly informative, the way I would expect a childbirth education class to be, and supportive of the diverse birth plans people may have.Posted on Yelp![]()
Ann R.Verified
The Cradle Company prenatal classes are invaluable. Hannah does an incredible job covering the breadth and depth of material and also creates a very comfortable environment which enables candid and important conversations. My husband and I knew very little about the early signs of labor, the stages of labor, what to expect at the hospital, etc. After every class we left feeling more empowered to make decisions about what we wanted our birth to be like while also recognizing that at the end of the day much is beyond your control. Hannah never preached. She always provided information in an objective fashion. We feel very lucky to have attended these classes and could not recommend them more!Posted on Yelp![]()
nm g.Verified
Oh my gosh - I wish I would have hired Brandi sooner for help with our third baby's lack of sleep. I tried and tried for 6 months and finally called Brandi. We met for about 45 min and we texted daily and I did just what she suggested and I went from waking up 5 times per night to just once! And then even her poor napping improved too. It was so worth it! I loved Brandi and her vibe too. So kind and encouraging and reassuring. Just what I needed in the state of sleepless misery I was in. Couldn't be happier about my experience.Posted on Yelp![]()
bekah t.Verified
I recently went through The Cradle Company to sleep train my daughter. I had the best experience working with Brandi. My little one bed shared pretty much from birth and sleep training thing was incredibly daunting but I knew we were ready. I'm so glad my friend referred me to Brandi. We had a consult with Brandi in which she learned about my husband, myself, our daughter, and our home/sleep/day to day situation. We tailored a sleep plan that worked for us and that we were comfortable with. Once we began, it was a process and not always an easy one. Brandi was always there though, to answer my questions, to give me feedback, and to gently guide us along. My daughter now sleeps through the night, in her crib, as well as naps in her crib. I truly never thought that would happen. Brandi instilled faith in me that I had the tools to help my daughter. She was there to reassure me when I felt I was doing something 'wrong'. She steeled my nerves at 3 am when I wasn't sure how to deal. She played a major part in my daughter's amazing evolution and journey to independence and for that, I will be forever grateful!Posted on Yelp![]()
Geeson M.Verified
I called Brandi, the owner, yesterday about needing a lactation consultant as I was having much challenges with breastfeeding. Brandi had Hannah contact me and we set up an appointment for the next day. Hannah was even willing to come the same evening, but I was too exhausted having just been released from the hospital that day. I had delivered 4 days ago. Here it was the next day out of the hospital, exhausted and overwhelmed with a stranger in my home, but I felt immediately comfortable with Hannah. She was professional, knowledgeable, and had great advice. She explained the process and answered all my questions. You could tell she really cares about infants and wants to genuinely help. After our session, she said we would follow up in 2 days on the phone, which I really appreciated. Although this breastfeeding business takes its toll on you, I feel much better after having met with Hannah.
What’s the difference between a Postpartum Doula and a Newborn Care Specialist (NCS)?
How do I know which one is right for me? See our comparison table.
| Postpartum Doula (PPD) | Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) | |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Focus | Supporting the entire family during the postpartum period, with a focus on emotional and physical recovery for the mother. | Providing specialized care for the newborn, focusing on their physical needs, routine, and developmental milestones. |
| Care Duration | Typically offers support for a few weeks to a few months after birth. | Often hired for short-term care, usually the first 3-6 months after birth. |
| Services Provided | Emotional support for the mother, light household tasks, breastfeeding guidance, and family education. | Expert care for the newborn (feeding, sleep training, soothing), creating routines, and addressing newborn-specific concerns like colic or reflux. |
| Focus on Household | Assists with light cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation to ease the transition for the family. | Rarely handles household tasks but focuses more deeply on newborn care. |
| Training | May have certifications in postpartum care, breastfeeding, and emotional support. | Specialized training in newborn care, including sleep training, feeding, and developmental milestones. |
| Overnight Support | Provides emotional and logistical support during the day and sometimes overnight. | Commonly provides overnight care to allow parents uninterrupted rest. |
| Who It’s Best For | Families seeking holistic support during the postpartum transition, including both emotional and physical recovery. | Families looking for expert, specialized care for their newborn, particularly for developing sleep and feeding routines. |
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What’s the difference between a Postpartum Doula and a Newboarn Care Specialist (NCS)?
How do I know which one is right for me?
See our comparison table.
Primary Focus |
|
| Postpartum Doula (PPD) | Supporting the entire family during the postpartum period, with a focus on emotional and physical recovery for the mother. |
| Newborn Care Specialst (NCS) | Providing specialized care for the newborn, focusing on their physical needs, routine, and developmental milestones. |
Care Duration |
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| Postpartum Doula (PPD) | Typically offers support for a few weeks to a few months after birth. |
| Newborn Care Specialst (NCS) | Often hired for short-term care, usually the first 3-6 months after birth. |
Services |
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| Postpartum Doula (PPD) | Emotional support for the mother, light household tasks, breastfeeding guidance, and family education. |
| Newborn Care Specialst (NCS) | Expert care for the newborn (feeding, sleep training, soothing), creating routines, and addressing newborn-specific concerns like colic or reflux. |
Focus on Household |
|
| Postpartum Doula (PPD) | Assists with light cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation to ease the transition for the family. |
| Newborn Care Specialst (NCS) | Rarely handles household tasks but focuses more deeply on newborn care. |
Training |
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| Postpartum Doula (PPD) | May have certifications in postpartum care, breastfeeding, and emotional support. |
| Newborn Care Specialst (NCS) | and emotional support. Specialized training in newborn care, including sleep training, feeding, and developmental milestones. |
Overnight Support |
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| Postpartum Doula (PPD) | Provides emotional and logistical support during the day and sometimes overnight. |
| Newborn Care Specialst (NCS) | Commonly provides overnight care to allow parents uninterrupted rest. |
Who It’s Best For |
|
| Postpartum Doula (PPD) | Families seeking holistic support during the postpartum transition, including both emotional and physical recovery. |
| Newborn Care Specialst (NCS) | Families looking for expert, specialized care for their newborn, particularly for developing sleep and feeding routines. |
Understanding what Mom needs is something we pride ourselves in at The Cradle Company. No two moms are created equal, and no two caregivers are either. With over a decade of experience working with new moms, we think we can help you find the perfect fit.
The Cradle Company’s mission is to support families in a space free of judgment; to provide resources and evidence-based education that will enrich and empower relationships between parents and their children
It is our vision to help foster a loving, joy filled environment, assist in bringing families balance, structure, guidance and harmony, and pave the way in mentoring children in their earliest stages of development with empathy, love, and kindness.
It is essential that all members of our team agree to keep these ideals alive in interactions and practices with clients. We personally verify that our caregivers have the latest information about baby care, child development, and maternal wellness.
All our caregivers are CPR/First Aid certified and specifically trained to help and educate in the areas of diapering, cord care, bathing, reading baby’s cues, breastfeeding and establishing healthy sleep habits with infants.
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We believe that nurturing and support of parents is great at any time, but most of our clients connect with caregivers during their pregnancy and in the three months after they bring home a new baby.
We are proud to say that we don’t serve a “typical family”. We have clients of varying socio-economic status, national origin, sexual orientation, and differing types of kinship and family dynamics. Though most of our clients use our services when their little one are 0-6 months of age.
A postpartum doula first and foremost is there to be an extra pair of hands. They also provide expert non-medical advice, essential baby care education, info related to safety precautions most important to new families, breastfeeding support, help with creating a routine for the family, and some even help to integrate siblings into the care of the new baby.
We provide simple and caring sleep advice with parents’ and babies’ emotional and attachment needs in mind.
We offer trusted newborn care that brings calm, guidance, and reassurance to your first weeks at home.
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