Malia Aharoni

Malia Aharoni, a Master Doula, supports women throughout the Sherman Oaks, California, area in obtaining the natural pregnancy and birth experience they desire. An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, she also assists women in developing and maintaining a healthy breastfeeding routine. Malia Aharoni founded Ideal Birth to provide a host of resources to mothers. Since establishing the company, Ms. Aharoni has helped many families in actualizing births that do not include forceps, cesareans, drugs, or other intrusions, thereby fostering a closer connection between mother and child. Malia Aharoni wants all of her clients to realize a positive birth experience, and she supports and honors those families who do not choose natural birth as well. In her relationships with clients, Malia Aharoni employs a highly communicative, specialized approach. She works with each woman to determine the mother’s desired pregnancy and birth plan, from nutrition to postpartum care. In addition to one-on-one services, the company offers a range of classes, among them the Childbirth Preparation Series, Prenatal Nutrition, Breastfeeding Intensive, Sleep Techniques, Infant Massage, and 1st Aid/CPR for Infants & Children. At Ideal Birth, Malia Aharoni and her staff further assist clients with recommendations to reputable gynecologists, pediatricians, chiropractors, and naturopathic doctors. At YourIdealBirth.com, Ms. Aharoni’s families take advantage of a wealth of useful information, including helpful tips and calendars detailing upcoming educational opportunities. Malia Aharoni holds a Bachelor’s degree from The Elliot School of International Affairs at The George Washington University. Committed to strengthening her abilities as a doula, Ms. Aharoni belongs to groups including The Natural Birth & Women’s Center; DONA International, an organization of doulas throughout 20 countries; and the Doulas Association of Southern California (DASC). She is also a member of the Sherman Oaks Chamber of Commerce and the National Association for Professional Women. In her free time, Malia Aharoni enjoys yoga, salsa and belly dancing, Piloxing, and hiking.