Athena Salgado

Supporting children and families has always been at the heart of what Athena (she/her)
does. She began her formal doula practice with a caregiving background as a
double-certified Pediatric Sleep Specialist (through Isla-Grace and PSAD)
and as a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC, anticipated fall 2025). Athena

also has experience as a preschool teacher. She takes a holistic, attachment-
based approach—helping parents feel seen, supported, and confident while

guiding them through the newborn and toddler years. Her goal is always to
create gentle, responsive routines and support that honors each baby’s
needs while nurturing the whole family, because thriving in the fourth
trimester is all about feeling connected, capable, and cared for every step of
the way.
Her two kids are also a huge inspiration in the work she does now, teaching
her firsthand the joys and challenges of parenthood. Outside of supporting

families, she is a proud dog mom, loves cozying up with a good book, explor-
ing local coffee shops, and finding little ways to bring creativity and calm into

everyday life! These experiences and passions feed her work by keeping her

grounded, empathetic, and connected, so she can show up fully for the fami-
lies she supports.

Ultimately, she wants this work to ripple out, helping parents feel confident

and cared for, babies feel secure and loved, and communities feel more con-
nected, compassionate, and supported.

In their own words:
“Being on the other side of postpartum myself, I know how overwhelming,
exhausting, and even lonely it can feel and I know how life-changing it is to

have someone there who truly gets it. I want to be that person for other par-
ents… someone who offers support without judgment, practical tools that

actually work for each family’s unique situation, and reassurance that they’re
doing an amazing job..”

What clients say:

“Athena is reliable, dependable, a people person and customer service fo-
cused professional” -Anna H..

“The key to being part of someones village, and what Athena is so great at, is
making people feel understood and connected by her presence” -Chel O.