Compassionate Guidance on Your Journey to Parenthood

Offering virtual support worldwide and in-person support in Southern California

Doula Support, Antepartum, Birth, Postpartum, and IVF.

Cherished Bonds is a Southern California based Non-Profit. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive ART services education and doula support for all birthing people and partners. Our goal is to help you on your journey to parenthood with compassion and expertise. We understand the unique challenges of fertility and birthing in the US and are here to support you every step of the way.

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Our Services

For Growing Families

Surrogacy Matching

Personalized guidance to help intended parents and surrogates find the right match and navigate the journey together.

Surrogacy Services

Birth & Postpartum Doula Support

Compassionate, evidence-based doula care through pregnancy, birth, and the early postpartum period.

Doula Services

Educational Workshops

Informative workshops designed to help families understand fertility, surrogacy, pregnancy, and birth options.

Workshops

For Surrogates

Surrogate Birth Doula Support

Specialized doula care for surrogates throughout pregnancy, labor, and delivery.

Surrogate Journey Guidance

Education and emotional support to help surrogates understand the process, expectations, and resources available throughout their journey.

Postpartum Support for Surrogates

Compassionate recovery support for surrogates after birth, helping them heal and transition after delivery.

Surrogacy Services

Partners & Professionals

Agency Contracts for Doula Support

Collaborate with Cherished Bonds to provide professional doula services for surrogacy programs and clients.

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Apply As A Doula

Join our growing network of compassionate doulas supporting families across Southern California.

Join Our Doula Network

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Our Story

Tonia Rivera, Birth and Postpartum Doula. Assisted Reproduction professional, Fertility coach and advocate.

Tonia, Founder

The Story Behind Cherished Bonds

Cherished Bonds was founded from lived experience. After navigating both surrogacy and challenging birth experiences firsthand, our founder became dedicated to helping families approach fertility, surrogacy, and childbirth with greater support, education, and compassion. Today, Cherished Bonds exists to guide intended parents, surrogates, and birthing families through these deeply personal journeys.

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Client Testimonials

Stories of Hope & Success

Haneen

“Tonia, I wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you have done for me. You were like an older sister to me. I felt so empowered to have you in my dream of a VBAC delivery. I couldn't have done it without your kindness, patience and your absolute dedication.”

Julie

"I am so happy Tonia was there to support me every step of the way. She created a safe space for me to birth and treated me like a princess. I love her!"

Nicole

"Thank you soooo much! The information and support you have provided have been invaluable. Already I feel the noise pollution floating away with a feeling of simplicity."