You Deserve
to Feel
Confident,
Supported,
& Cared For
Expert Perinatal Support & Education for Families of the Monterey Peninsula
Pregnancy and new parenthood can bring a ton of joy and a whole lot of questions! Whether you are preparing for birth, navigating the newborn days, or somewhere in between, you don't have to figure it out alone.
We're Autumn &
Ella
The mother-daughter duo behind Sweet Peas!
Trusted by families across Pacific Grove, Monterey, Carmel, & the entire Monterey Peninsula.
We blend lived experience with professional care, brought together by a shared passion for supporting families through pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.
What began as a calling to support birthing families has grown into a deeply connected, community-centered practice where education, compassion, and continuity of care come together.
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Autumn offers years of expertise in perinatal, newborn, and lactation support, while Ella is a full-spectrum doula with an early intervention background, bringing both specialized training and her perspective as a new parent.
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Together, we provide compassionate, hands-on care and practical education. We love helping families feel confident, supported, and connected every step of the way.
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Nurturing families. Strengthening community.
Service fees start at $70 per hour, with payment plans and customizable packages available.
Our Services
For Families
From pregnancy to your first weeks at home with your new baby, we are here for you every step of the way!
Birth, Postpartum,
& Sibling Doula Support
Continuous, evidence-based support prenatally, during labor and birth, and in-home postpartum care so your family can rest, recover, bond, and thrive
Lactation Counseling
& Breastfeeding Prep Classes
Practical, judgment-free breastfeeding education and guidance.
Childbirth Education,
Partner, & Grandparent Workshops
Evidence Based Birth® classes, Postpartum for Partners workshops, and First-Time Grandparents crash courses are just some of the ways we help your whole family be part of your support team!
Our Services
For Birth Professionals
Resources, community, and continuing education hours for our colleagues in the perinatal space!
Classes, Workshops, Professional Development, & Networking
Evidence Based Birth® classes and workshops for CEUs (contact hours), networking events, and training for doulas, L&D nurses, midwives, physicians, and other supporting professionals
What Families are Saying About Working with Autumn
Baby Emi
"You really helped us find the routine we were looking for. What seems so simple and intuitive to some just wasn’t for us. You helped us so much!"
- Kacey, Postpartum Client
"All the prep work we did before my son arrived made us feel very confident about handling labor together at home for a long time. We almost felt like we didn't need to call you to help us because you had taught us everything...but we're glad we did! You have a very calming, reassuring presence."
- Dave, Birth Support Client
Baby Robin
Baby Halston
"You have been instrumental in our journey as new parents!"
- David, NCS Client
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"You provided me with invaluable knowledge and a calming presence that I am so grateful for. You have been my confidant and my guiding angel who fostered the confidence I needed to feel grounded to navigate my birth and immediate postpartum."
- Samantha, Birth & Postpartum Client
Baby Dante
What Families are Saying About Working with Ella
“As soon as you see how Ella interacts with a little one, you will know she has a lot of experience and a big heart. Above all, I think her warm and upbeat personality makes everything so easy and fun for both parents and kids.”
- David
“We LOVE Ella and so does our child! Ella has really made a huge effort to learn our child in and out.We are so grateful for her dedication to our child’s success and progress. We feel she’s as good at reading our child as we are, which is game-changing!”
- Mary & Adam
CONTACT:
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Autumn Bessire Tattenham, CD, CLC, NCS
Evidence Based Birth® Instructor
Ph. (831) 312-6511
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Ella Quenga, CD-PIC, SD, EIS
Ph. (831) 500-3530
Ready to Feel Supported?
We'd love to learn about you & discuss how we might work with your family! Reach out for a free, no-pressure consultation. We'll answer all your questions and help you figure out what kind of care feels right for you.
