Hi, I’m Annie—founder of Doulacta.
Becoming a parent is more than a life change—it’s a transformation of identity, emotions, and priorities. This process, known as matrescence, deserves to be honored and supported every step of the way.

For the past five years, I’ve been immersed in the world of postpartum care—first through my own experience as a mom of two, and then by walking alongside other families as they step into parenthood. I’m a Postpartum Doula and Lactation Educator through UC San Diego Extension, offering one-on-one care and leading free weekly breastfeeding support groups in San Diego, California—and virtually around the world.

But my path to this work started in a very different place. After earning my degree in Economics and Business, I worked in Bogotá, Colombia, at Fondo Acción, where I led a community ecotourism program and supported RedLAC, a network of more than 20 nonprofits across Latin America and the Caribbean. Later, I earned my MBA at UC Irvine and joined the Leadership Development Program at Niagara Bottling, rotating through Sales, HR, Quality Control, and Manufacturing.

Even though I was building a career I was proud of, it wasn’t until I became a mother that I discovered my true calling: supporting and coaching families through one of life’s most meaningful transitions.

That’s how Doulacta was born—from the belief that when new parents feel confident, cared for, and connected, they set the stage for a more loving, resilient, and connected next generation.