peace of mind & care by your side
Itty Bitty Care Committee offers support through the full spectrum of reproductive and family building experiences in Los Angeles
Meet Priscilla
Founder of Itty Bitty Care Committee & Second Generation Birthworker Based in Northeast Los Angeles
Hi, I’m Priscilla Hsu, a second generation birthworker based in Northeast Los Angeles. My practice is rooted in supporting you in your choices with tenderness and healing. I work with people from all walks of life, and I have particular interest in serving people of the global majority, multiracial, queer and/or trans-identified, polyamorous, solo parents and/or other forms of joyfully built families. For anyone I work with, it means that I value relationship, trust, curiosity, communication and agreements for us, by us.
Beyond care and community building, you can find me surfing, forever improving my Mandarin, Spanish and American Sign Language, writing or cooking at priscil.la. I am proudly Taiwanese and supremely down to talk about your pets and babies.
bring love and comfort to you and yours
every step of the way
from bump to baby and beyond, get the help you want
SERVICES
Birth and Labor Support
Get trauma-informed prenatal, birth and postpartum support. Services range from prenatal education sessions — covering topics like birth preferences, labor and comfort techniques, preparing the support people, and postpartum preparations — to hands on labor support and postpartum care for the birthing person. From packages to a la carte, there is flexibility to find the care you want.
SERVICES
Newborn Care
They say it takes a lot of people to raise a child. An instruction manual wouldn’t hurt either. For the caretakers who lost their manual in the mail, come get a handle on diaper changes, baths, baby wearing, feedings or whatever else may be puzzling you through newborn school. Need a night out? Just need sleep? Rest easy with care support that provides age appropriate engagement and enrichment. Older siblings and pets are welcome here too.
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Zuo Yue Zi Lite
This is the Chinese cultural zuo yue zi of the olden days fit for the hyphenated culture kids of today. For the ones who have to research ways to reconnect with ancestral practices and parse through what your mom says as culture culture or family culture. Or the ones who want to continue tradition with literally anyone but that one auntie. Expect a combination package of care shifts and meal preparation assistance that adapts the traditional practice as fit for our modern lives.
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Full Spectrum Reproductive Care
The full spectrum of reproductive rights (as defined by SisterSong) – the right to maintain personal bodily autonomy, have children, not have children, and parent the children we have in safe and sustainable communities – is a lot more than just birth! Reproductive care can also include loss, grief and/or transitions. Get support for your needs, which could look like care after a gender affirming shift, help maintaining routine or company through movement.
This is not a replacement for therapy or services from a mental health professional.
Itty Bitty Love Notes
“Priscilla is amazing and kind. She is very smart – constantly reading and researching to learn more and more. She has taken care of my newborn and teens. She relates to all well and is an amazing caretaker.”
— S T
“I couldn’t have done it without Priscilla. She was truly an amazing support in every way durning my delivery. I remember telling myself I couldn’t do it and she made sure I could ! I enjoyed my prenatal sessions with her. Getting to know each other and discuss my expectations for my delivery. I felt confident knowing I had her by my side guiding me. As a first time mom I did not know I was capable of enduring the pain that I went through but with the breathing techniques that Priscilla assisted me with I was able to keep on going. She was the best support I had (alongside with my partner). Both my partner and I are forever thankful for Priscilla. Thank you for being the best Doula!”
— J C
“Our time with Priscilla has been so helpful. She felt like our life line when we needed to take a moment to collect ourselves from the demands of our first baby. She did a wonderful job taking care of our daughter and our home. Priscilla was the only person we trusted to watch our baby by themselves and I loved how much she respected our feelings, even our newborn. She introduced herself to our baby before holding her. It was a bit surprising to see another adult love our daughter with so much enthusiasm and engagement. We will miss seeing Priscilla!”
— T K
“Priscilla isn’t just an experienced and trustworthy doula, she’s a great human being and an outstanding chef. I don’t know if my wife would have survived her fourth trimester witohout the two nights of sweet continuous rest she afforded us each week and the stovetops full of food. Even now, she craves that delicious silky soup and creamy congee so much I’m about to try my hand recreating it. Also, as new parents sequestered by a baby, it was really nice to have a cool person to talk to a couple times a week, who was very understanding no matter how sleepy we were. Last thing: you want someone you can trust whole heartedly because you’re handing them your newborn baby AND free reign of your living space while you are dead as dirt to the world. There was never a doubt in my mind, I knew Priscilla had everything handled. 10/10 would have another baby just to eat her soup.”
— E K
“Working with Priscilla was more than everything I could have dreamed of for myself. It is clear that Priscilla has a vast and deep knowledge that covers pregnancy and birthing, and importantly, knows how to be with and support people during a major life change. I appreciated her ability to navigate and advocate for me and my birth plan at the hospital, asking nurses and doctors questions I didn’t even know I wanted to answers to, and staying curious, professional and aligned with me in her advocacy.
As a genderqueer person, it was so wonderful to have a doula who is experienced in providing gender affirming care. Priscilla created a safe space to feel confident and empowered, and fostered a connection with me that I could trust and rely on during a vulnerable, wild adventure.
I can’t recommend her enough and feel so fortunate to have crossed paths with such a gifted practitioner. My family is so lucky to have had her on our side, making us laugh, imparting us with so much knowledge about pregnancy and birth, and being such a genuinely fantastic, supportive person through it all.”
— k p
“We really enjoyed the prenatal basics covered by Priscilla, including envisioning birth, pain management, and partner prep. Most importantly for us, she was flexible and able to adapt to our needs. Priscilla followed up with specific resources and answers to questions that came up during our sessions. We appreciated how she was hands-on in demonstrating techniques in pain management as well as infant care. Helen in particular really appreciated Priscilla coaching us in adapting the traditional Chinese postpartum practice of zuo yue zi to our modern life. We are grateful for Priscilla’s support of us as first time parents with slightly different styles and concerns, helping us to articulate our aspirations for this first chapter of our family story.”
— H L + R H
“My partner and I interviewed quite a few doulas in order to find the best ‘fit,’ and Priscilla was IT. Her trauma-informed approach and deep understanding of the nervous system provided a sense of safety and comfort during a time where I was feeling extremely nervous about the next chapter of our life. Priscilla’s great vibes and sense of humor made each prenatal session enjoyable, and she expertly walked us through practical information in a way that was accessible and hands-on.
I HIGHLY recommend Priscilla to anyone seeking a compassionate, knowledgeable, and truly wonderful doula.”
— M K R
Education & Certifications
- Birthworkers of Color Training
- Advanced Doula of Color Training
- Trauma-Informed Doula Training
- Certified Lactation Education Specialist (CLES)
- HIPAA Awareness for Healthcare Providers
- Adult Mental Health First Aid Certified
- QPR Gatekeeper (Suicide Prevention) Certified
- Adult, Child, Infant First Aid, CPR & AED Certified
- Claremont McKenna College, BA International Relations & Asian American Studies
Get in Touch
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Frequently Asked Questions
Please reach out with additional questions or to book a complimentary consultation.
I’d love to work together! What should I expect?
Before any service starts, we’ll start with a 45-min meet and greet to feel out our fit and talk about the sweet stuff: values, visions, services, rates, and next steps. Reach out to book a time to chat.
What areas do you serve?
I generally work with folks based in/around Northeast LA, East LA, Glendale, and the western edge of the San Gabriel Valley.
Do you take insurance?
I am approved for Carrot, Medi-Cal, and some commercial insurances. I am also happy to assist with reimbursements.
What is a second generation birthworker?
My mom was a midwife in Taiwan before becoming a NICU nurse at UCLA Health. Though practices have changed over time, we still share a passion for care.
What’s with all the sunflowers?
Sunflowers are loyal followers of the sun, drought tolerant, native to North America and wildly in season around my bellybutton birthday. They also carry an activist legacy as a symbol of hope in what was one of the largest student protest movements in Taiwan. The sunny flower feels lovingly fitting for the kind of care I want to provide.
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