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Maya Rivera

Postpartum doula
4.9 (214 reviews)
Chicago – North 8 yrs experience English, Spanish Vetted & verified
Newborn soothingFirst-time parentsMultiples
$45 /hr · starting rate

Typically $40–55/hr · final pricing is set by the provider and shown before you book.

Maya is an independent provider. VillageNest facilitates the connection and doesn’t provide medical care, advice, or supervision.

About Maya

Maya has supported more than two hundred families through the fourth trimester. She blends calm, evidence-informed newborn guidance with a nurturing presence — holding the baby so you can sleep, and holding space for you while you find your feet. Her support is warm, unhurried, and never judgmental.

A good fit for

First-time parents who want calm, hands-on reassurance through the day.

What’s included

Included

  • Nurturing newborn care — soothing, settling, diapering, bathing
  • Emotional reassurance and companionship
  • Educational guidance on newborn care and routines
  • Light, baby- and mother-related help — a little tidying, a warm plate

Not included

  • Medical or clinical care, diagnosis, or treatment
  • Clinical feeding, lactation, or wound care
  • Deep cleaning or heavy household work
  • Sole care of older children or pets, or unlimited on-call hours
When extra fees may applyOvernight hours, longer or added sessions, multiples or additional children, travel beyond the standard area, or last-minute bookings.
ScopeMaya provides non-clinical postpartum doulas only. Requests outside this scope may be declined or referred elsewhere.

Availability & service area

Typical availability

Usually books within 48 hours · Days & occasional overnights

Service area

Chicago – North

Languages

English, Spanish

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your booking. Later changes or missed visits may be subject to the provider’s own policy — always shown before you confirm.

Trust & safety

Identity verified

Government-issued ID confirmed and professional background reviewed.

Credentialed where applicable

Certifications and licenses verified where they apply to this service category.

Agreed to our standards

Maya has agreed to VillageNest standards and to work within a clear, non-clinical scope.

Ratings & reviews

4.9 · 214 reviews
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Amara T.
★★★★★

She held the baby so I could finally sleep, and somehow tidied the kitchen too. I wasn’t alone anymore.

R
Renee K.
★★★★★

Calm, kind, and endlessly reassuring. Maya made those first weeks feel survivable — beautiful, even.

It takes a village

Ready to book Maya?

Share a few basics and we’ll help you connect — no medical details needed, no commitment until it feels right.