Meet Deanna – Your First Point of Contact

When you call or reach out to Growing Together, the friendly voice on the other end of the line is likely Deanna, our amazing administrative assistant. Deanna is the heart of our front office and keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Whether you're scheduling a visit, have questions about your care, or need help navigating insurance, she’s here to support you with kindness, efficiency, and a calming presence. We’re so lucky to have her, and you’ll see why the moment you connect!

Holding Space for New Life.

Healthy Mind. Healthy Bond

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Healthy Mind. Healthy Bond ~

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Making Milk, Birth & Motherhood a Little Less WTF.

Welcome to Growing Together, - your go-to support team for all things pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. We help families thrive (or at least survive) with expert lactation, doula, and perinatal support- because figuring it out alone is overrated.

Parenthood is a wild ride- were here to help. Growing Together is a team of lactation consultants, doulas, and perinatal experts dedicated to supporting you through pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Learn more about our story, our philosophy, and why we do what we do.

FAQ

frequently asked questions

  • From Bump to Baby – We’ve Got Your Back, brain and Your Boobs.

    Lactation Services

    • Breastfeeding Consultations (In-person & Virtual)

    • Pumping & Bottle Feeding Support

    • Tongue & Lip Tie Assessments

    • Weaning Guidance

    • Flange Fitting & Pumping Efficiency Coaching

    Doula Services

    • Birth Doula Support (Prenatal, Labor, and Postpartum)

    • Postpartum Doula Care (Helping You Heal & Adjust)

    • Sleep & Newborn Care Guidance

    • Emotional & Physical Recovery Support

    • High Risk Pregnancy Support

    Perinatal Wellness & Support

    • Mental Health Referrals & Emotional Support

    • Infant Feeding & Nutrition Coaching

    • New Parent Support Groups & Education

  • We are currently contracted with many insurance companies and always adding more. Please fill out the correct intake form to check if we are in network with your insurance.

    • Kaiser of Northern California

    • HealthNet

    • Straight Medi-Cal

    • Partnership Health

    • UCD Blue and Gold

    • Anthem Blue Cross Medi-Cal

  • Absolutely! We provide virtual lactation, doula, and postpartum support.

  • Each provider handles their own scheduling and contracts. Reach out to the provider you are interested in using and see what their availability looks like.

  • Most plans do not need a referral.

    UCD health does require a referral from your OBGYN.

    Anthem Blue Cross Medi-Cal does have a form we need to fill out to get authorized services.

    Medi-Cal does require a form that is filled out for additional services but no worries, we have an LMFT in our group practice who can sign this form.

Why Choose Us?

Because Parenthood Should Come with a Support Squad.

1. Were Experts, But We Keep It Real.

With board-certified lactation consultants (IBCLCs), trained doulas, and perinatal specialists, we offer science-backed support without the fluff or judgment.

2. We Meet You Where You Are.

Whether at home, online, or in our office, we bring care to you because newborn snuggles are better than office waiting rooms.

3. Compassion Comes First.

Theres no “one-size-fits-all” in parenting. We tailor our support to your family’s unique needs, feeding goals, and birth preferences.

4. We Keep It Fun (Because Lets Be Honest, This Sh*t Is Hard).

We get it, motherhood can feel like controlled chaos. We support you with warmth, humor, and a deep respect for your instincts.