Kristin was truly one of the best investments and contributors to my pregnancy and labor experience. From the very beginning, she supported both me and my husband by teaching us birth basics and coping techniques that made us feel prepared and confident. When labor started, Kristin was there every step of the way, staying up through the night texting and calling to calm my nerves and guide me through each stage. She continued that support at the hospital, being by my side from 6am to 10pm until baby was here and healthy. Although my original plan was to have an unmedicated birth, complications arose, and Kristin supported every decision I made without judgment. She advocated for me with the medical team and made me feel safe, heard, and deeply cared for as a first-time mom. I truly can't imagine going through this experience without her, and I would recommend her to anyone looking for genuine, compassionate, and knowledgeable support. read more

I first met Kristin when I was about 20 weeks pregnant, and right away I knew she was someone I wanted by my side throughout my pregnancy and birth journey. She is personable, knowledgeable, calming, and incredibly easy to connect with. Throughout my pregnancy, Kristin met with my husband and me multiple times in our home and taught us so much about labor, delivery, and advocating for ourselves. Because of her, we walked into the hospital feeling informed and confident. I had a very specific vision for my birth plan, but as many births do, things didn't go exactly as planned. After a very long labor, I ultimately chose to get an epidural -- something I hadn't originally wanted -- and I truly cannot imagine navigating that experience without Kristin there. Every time a doctor or nurse explained something or asked me to make a decision, I looked to Kristin for guidance and support. She helped me feel empowered, informed, and cared for every step of the way. She spent 24 hours with us at the hospital, captured the most beautiful photos of our birth and golden hour, and supported not only me, but my husband as well. Her support didn't stop after birth either. During my postpartum recovery, when I could barely walk, she continued showing up for me in the most thoughtful ways -- making padsicles, bringing muffins, helping me with breastfeeding, and making sure I felt cared for during such a vulnerable time. By the end of it all, she felt more like a friend than just a doula. I'm so grateful for her and truly can't imagine my pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience without her. read more

Kristin was knowledgeable, affectionate, and caring throughout our whole birth journey. She came up the mountain to where I live to go over expectations for birth and what our preferences were. She was always available via text or call and came as soon as she could for the birth. She communicated on my behalf when asked to medical staff and made my birth as painless as possible. She worked endlessly through it all and made sure I was taken care of. My husband and I were so blessed to have her! read more

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Words truly aren't enough to describe how amazing Doula Kristin was for me and my family. This was my first time delivering with a doula, and she made the entire process feel comfortable and supported from day one. She's flexible with insurance, extremely knowledgeable, and genuinely caring. I had a previous pregnancy with cholestasis and wanted this birth to be natural -- no epidural, no IV, and time to advocate for myself and delay induction. Kristin honored every one of my wishes and supported me through all the moments when I felt scared or unsure. She reassured me, encouraged me, and helped me trust my instincts. She stayed with me for my whole labor and delivery, helping me breathe, stay focused, and stay grounded through an intense but beautiful birth experience. Her calm and loving presence made me feel completely safe. She also preserved my placenta and made beautiful capsules, which I appreciated so much. Kristin is deeply compassionate, highly educated, and genuinely gifted at what she does. I would absolutely work with her again. If you want a holistic, knowledgeable, heart-centered doula, she's the one. read more

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Kristen was truly amazing, and I cannot express enough gratitude for the role she played in my pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience. From the very beginning, it felt meant to be we had so much in common, from coming from the same hometown and living in Orange County, to sharing a very similar outlook on birth and holistic care. We both believe in doing what is best for the body, honoring the natural process, and approaching birth in a grounded, informed, and intuitive way. From our initial meet-and-greet over coffee, Kristen was warm, down to earth, kind, and incredibly easy to connect with. She provided childbirth education that I found genuinely helpful and empowering, and she always made space for my questions, values, and preferences without judgment. When it came time for my birth, I was already very far along, and things progressed quickly. What stood out most was Kristen's advocacy and calm presence once she arrived. From that moment on, I felt heard, supported, and respected in a way that completely changed my experience. She helped guide me through intense contractions, encouraged me when I was exhausted, and reminded everyone involved that there is a difference between simply managing a situation and truly supporting a laboring mother. Her voice made a difference. I truly believe that without Kristen there, my wishes would not have been fully respected. Her presence shifted the entire energy of the room, what felt overwhelming and dismissive suddenly became collaborative and supportive. She advocated for me when I couldn't, and even when my partner and I felt unheard, she ensured my voice mattered. Because of her, my birth experience transformed from something incredibly difficult into something empowering and positive. Kristen stayed with me through the birth, offered constant reassurance, and brought such grounding energy when I needed it most. She also captured beautiful photos during labor and birth, moments I would not have had documented otherwise, and I am so incredibly grateful for those memories. Postpartum, her care didn't stop. She checked in on me, brought a nourishing home-cooked meal (including fresh sourdough bread), and continued to show genuine kindness and support during my recovery. She truly embodies what postpartum care should look like. I honestly cannot imagine ever giving birth without a doula again. Kristen is the kind of advocate every birthing person deserves, especially in a hospital setting. She is compassionate, knowledgeable, steady, and deeply respectful of the birthing mother. I would recommend her to anyone, even those who think they don't "need" a doula. My experience went from a 0 out of 10 to a 10 out of 10 because of her. Kristen is not only an incredible doula but a truly wonderful human being. I am endlessly thankful for her and would recommend her wholeheartedly. Birth has its own wisdom, and sometimes it speaks louder than our plans. While my birth did not unfold exactly as I envisioned, it became the birth that was meant for me one that taught me trust, surrender, and a deeper strength than I knew I had. read more

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She educated my husband and I in our own home about birth and answered all of our questions at our pace. She was so easy to speak with and was highly experienced. We only hired her for birth classes but she assured me that she would be there for me if I went into labor while my husband was out of town which gave me a huge sense of relief. She also checked in after birth in ways that felt caring and welcome. She felt like a security blanket that I really needed and wanted. I'm very grateful to have experienced her care. read more

Kristin is the absolute best! She supported me during my second pregnancy, and from our very first meeting--where we discussed my expectations and fears--I knew she would be exactly what I needed to overcome my fear of labor. I found Kristin very last minute, close to 40 weeks pregnant, and I am beyond grateful that she was available. Without her support, I truly don't believe I would have been able to get through active labor without medication. Overall, I had the best experience with her. After just one visit, I fully trusted her expertise, and she made me feel like I had known her for years. She understood all of my worries and guided me through different techniques that were tailored to my needs during active labor. I will always recommend Kristin and will absolutely hire her for every pregnancy I have in the future! read more

I had a very traumatic first birth back in March 2023. When I became pregnant with our second, I knew I wanted a doula. I was recommended to Kristin and my husband and I did a meet and greet with her. We left being so excited that we found who was going to go through this process with us. From when we decided to partner with Kristin, she was so helpful with everything from birth education down to helping me get my baby flip at 37 weeks pregnant. I know if it wasn't for Kristin I would have 100% had to have gotten a c section. When I went into labor, I was able to labor at home just like I wanted. When we finally decided to go to the hospital at 2 am, Kristin was the first one there. She was there for me my entire labor and I truly had the most amazing birth experience. I was very nervous overall as it got closer to actually pushing and she did such a good job at keeping me informed and letting me know I was in control and everything was normal. I now, no longer fear birth and would do it again a million times over, thanks to Kristin. read more

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First time mom here. Didn't know what to expect from doula services but Kristin did not disappoint! She's truly a Godsend and her passion to help moms show. She came when I started having pre labor pains and helped me breath through each contraction and helped my husband help support me. She came with me to the hospital and help me voice my wants with my care team at the hospital. She helped reposition me to get through the ROUGH labor pains. I ended up getting the epidural and her voice as well as one of the hospital nurses helped me push baby boy out when doctor was pushing me to get a c-section after 4 hrs of trying to push. I honestly don't think I could've done it without her and the Lords help! Kristin is your girl for all your doula needs! read more

Hi! Just wanted to share the great experience I had with Kristin. I highly recommend having her as your next birth doula. I just gave birth to my second son about a month ago and I was very lucky to have found Kristin and go through the entire process of having her assist me and my husband during this recent pregnancy. Fortunately, we were able to have a midwife also and deliver at a birthing center and give birth in a water tub just as I had always hoped for. I truly believe God aligned all the right people to be on my birth team. It was truly a memorable and smooth labor and delivery. I appreciated all the tips and resources that Kristin provided. She was really easy and fun to work with. I love how quickly we warmed up to each other even in our first phone call and zoom calls. I knew when we met face to face it was a perfect match. It was like making an instant bestie. She has a graceful spirit, warm smile, and you can really tell she is passionate & loves her job. She really offered all the right encouragement and support any mama to be would be needing and gave just the right amount of space for the dad to be present and involved during the whole process of pregnancy, labor, and delivery. I'm very thankful of how she advocates for the mama in the most gentle and sweetest way but also offers good advice and suggestions if need be. The day of my labor & delivery, I knew contractions were starting to happen and kept progressing more but I was still a little bit unsure. So, I texted her throughout the day seeing what to do next and she held space for me to feel safe and trust my body & intuition up till the very last moments. Everything happened so fast but I knew that without Kristin and my Midwife to guide me that night that it wouldn't have transitioned so perfectly quick, smooth, and even less pain than my previous birth. I'm so glad I listened to her when she suggested to call my midwife and head over to the birthing center when I did, because if I hadn't then I may have delivered at home or in the car. The timing was impeccable. I really valued her presence during that precious time. She even made me a sweet art/gift with my baby's umbilical cord & placenta, which I cherish. She truly made the whole process easy and stress free. Absolutely recommend hiring Kristin even if you don't think you may need one. If your insurance covers it then there's nothing to lose but so much to gain. Last but not least, I think the best part of having a doula was the counter pressure, massages, and words of strength and power that Kristin offered whilst I was having each contraction. It made such a difference having her there which helped me breathe through & ride those painful waves with ease and relief. May God continue to bless Kristin and all the Doulas out there that offer their time, share their care, & services to all the expectant mothers. It truly is a blessing from up above! Hope this helps give a little insight. Sending love to everyone! Take care! read more

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I can't say enough good things about Kristin. She is truly amazing and was a godsend during my pregnancy and labor. I had a lot of anxiety and fear leading up to my second birth and she was such a calming presence. She is a forever friend and I refer her to all my pregnant soon to be mamas. Don't hesitate...book her now. read more

Kristin did an exceptional job helping my wife and I through my wifes first baby. She helped my wife with all of her needs before, during and after birth. She did a placenta encapsulation which turned out great. Kristin is very personable and just an all around great person, the kind you want around you while you're going through a very special process. She treated us great and advocated for my wifes needs and wishes along side of me which was very important for me in a hospital setting. Very knowledgeable on the topic of birth, someone you can feel comfortable and confident taking her advice knowing she has your families best interest at heart. read more

Kristin was a God-send for my family with my third pregnancy. We are new to the IE so had little support to get the kind of labor we wanted. We started talking in the third trimester and she was so supportive and knowledgeable. My pregnancy went past the due date, which produced a lot of anxiety, but she was always available to chat and her perspective always reduced my stress. During labor, her presence was calming and her tips really helped me to turn an induced labor into a beautiful experience. read more

Kristin is an incredible doula! I moved to the IE in my 3rd trimester and was anxious about delivering our baby without my familiar support system. I reached out to multiple doulas the i found on Yelp and because my due date was so close to Thanksgiving I was turned down by a few others in the area. Based on the wonderful reviews she already had, I called Kristin at 37 weeks and instantly hit it off! Kristin supported the hospital birth of our baby and I truly believe that because of her support I was able to achieve the unmedicated, natural vaginal hospital birth that I had visualized. Kristin guided my breath during each contraction and led my husband in pain relieving methods. She leveraged essential oils and massage as well. Our birth was empowering, quick and full of positive energy, and I credit so much of it to Kristin because of her guidance. In addition to our labor, Kristin encapsulated my placenta and continues to be extremely communicative to this day. read more

**if you don't want to read the whole thing, the biggest takeaway is you NEED Kristin/Sasha!!** My pregnancy was really difficult, I was diagnosed with hyperemisis gravidarum, which is basically severe nausea and vomiting. I was really sad cause I was sick all the time and this just wasn't the experience I wanted to have with pregnancy. I was desperate to turn around my experience and make it positive so I thought a doula would be a great start. Kristin and Sasha changed my entire experience. They checked on me all the time, gave me great tips for helping control or at least manage my nausea, and were there to listen to me vent when I needed to. Meeting with them before my birth was extremely helpful, especially with this being my first pregnancy, I didn't know what to expect when it came to birth so their insight was so valuable. They taught me/my husband how to navigate early labor, and they spent hours just listening to what my ideal birth would be. NOW, when it came to the birth, in typical fashion things didn't go as had planned, but Kristin and Sasha were there and it made all the difference. They helped me navigate the pain as it came, supported me through massage, hand holding, and words of encouragement, I honestly felt so loved and cared for by them the entire time. They were a great help to my husband as well helping him how to help me. When the baby finally arrived I could feel their emotion because they truly went through this whole pregnancy with me, so it was special for all of us! Post birth, they checked on me a ton, visited, and listened/made me feel sane when I was venting all my new mommy emotions to them. Sasha was a huge help in the breast feeding department because that was a big struggle, and her knowledge is something you just don't get from the hospital staff. They truly truly care and honestly feel like family to me now. You absolutely won't regret making them apart of your pregnancy/birth team. I would recommend them to anyone! read more

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Kristin was amazing!!! I met with Kristin when I was 16 weeks pregnant and my first pregnancy. I didn't know what to expect and wanted guidance and someone experienced to help me during this journey. Kristin explained the birthing process from labor to delivery. She helped me write up my birthing plan and also did placenta encapsulations for me. She walked me through breathing techniques and she was very positive throughout my whole pregnancy. She was very attentive to my needs. I really can't imagine a birthing experience without having her as part of my journey. I'm so glad she was with me during this whole process and after delivery Kristin visited and would send positive messages. She is highly experienced and offered a lot of guidance and techniques to use. read more

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Kristen is everything I wanted in a doula-- she is knowledgeable, warm, and so encouraging. My husband and I made an immediate connection with her and she continued to make us feel comfortable and at ease throughout the process. She created a space for us to freely ask all the questions and offered knowledge and guidance with absolutely no judgment or pretense of knowing what was best for us. Her deep level of experience gave us assurance that we had the tools we needed to make the right decisions for ourselves. During our hospital birth she was so attuned to our needs- she made us feel safe and so supported and helped us have the beautiful, empowering experience that we had hoped for. We are so grateful to have made the connection with her and will absolutely be turning to her again if we have another baby! read more

I would recommend Kristin to any expecting mom looking for an experienced doula. I decided to hire a doula 35 weeks pregnant and Kristin was recommended by a vendor at the hospital. I called her and we had a instant connection. Since I was so far along we quickly set up a face to face meeting with my husband. In our 3 hour meeting she went into detail about the birthing process, from labor to delivery. She helped me write up my birth plan and gave us a hospital bag check list. Kristin's very positive and patient, listening to my ideas along with giving good feedback about the realities of delivery. She also led my husband and I through some breathing techniques and ended with some meditation. My son came 12 days early which threw out my plans of having my mom and my cousin in the room with me, as everyone was out of town for the weekend. It was just Kristin and my husband throughout my 18 hours of labor. She not only helped me breath through my contractions, she was a trooper in refreshing my throw up bag after every heave (my labor was not pretty thanks to some late night mushroom soup before my water broke). Kristin blended in with the hospital staff asking the nurses questions about my dilation, epidural levels, pitocin amount etc. Kristin helped my poor husband understand what was happening while I laid there from exhaustion. In the end, we had a baby boy and Kristin was able to capture the moment taking photos. I don't know how thing would have gone without her. Hiring Kristin was the best investment! read more

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Kristin is amazing. She came to my home and taught my husband and me all about laboring and delivery - specifically for induction because that was the type of delivery I needed. Her education is not pushy, it shares objectively what is used during induction and why and how to strategize the birth plan that sounds best to you. Because of what Kristin taught us, I was able to have the delivery experience I wanted. Even my squeamish husband did well in delivery because he knew what to expect from our education with Kristin. She checked in on me several times just to see was doing before and after delivery. She was so incredibly supportive and encouraging, I felt very comfortable with her and am so glad we had the chance to connect. I definitely recommend taking her birth education classes, they were incredibly helpful. I walked into my induction with a plan and a calm heart because of Kristin. read more

I'm so grateful that I found Kristin for placenta encapsulation! I had done some research on the benefits, and now that I'm three weeks postpartum I can definitely say that these capsules were a tremendous help in my postpartum recovery. Kristin was so friendly & helpful from the moment I reached out to her. Handing off the my placenta at the hospital got a little tricky only because it was a busy day for both the hospital and Kristin. Kristin sensed that I was getting a little stressed and she told me to just relax, go home, and we figure it out. I was so happy that her husband was able to come pick it up and Kristin returned the capsules very quickly after she received my placenta. I highly recommend Kristin for her services! read more

I am an L&D nurse in the area and recently had the pleasure of working with Kristin. Kristin was such an important part of the birth team and I was so thankful to get the experience of working with her. She was a huge support and resource both mentally and physically and she and the patient seemed to have a great relationship and rapport which was so beneficial throughout the labor process. Kristin was proactive, respectful and realistic which can sometimes be a difficult balance to strike but she did it seamlessly. Labor is truly a marathon and having a good team behind you is so important. With Kristin that is possible. I can only hope to be able to work together more in the future. read more

Our only hesitation with hiring a doula for our first pregnancy was that my husband and I wanted an intimate birth experience together and we didn't know what inviting a support person would look like. So when Kristin unsolicitedly mentioned that her role was to allow us to lean on each other, we immediately knew she was perfect for us. After our first prenatal meeting, my husband and I looked at each other and said, "we already feel like we got our money's worth." She came so prepared and was generous with all of her knowledge, throughly answering any and every question we had. We quickly realized that Kristin wasn't offering us a service, she was offering herself! Her support and encouragement and the way she made herself available to us through the pregnancy gave us such confidence and peace of mind. Then came our hospital birth! Kristin let me squeeze her hand through every contraction. She massaged my feet, let me cry in her arms, rubbed my back and created the most soothing environment with her essential oils and candles. She cheered me on and encouraged us as she gracefully and passionately advocated for us. Both my husband and I absolutely relied on her and we truly believe that because of her presence, skill and support, we had the birth of our dreams. I don't know how we would have done an unmedicated birth without her. Birth was a bonding experience and in a word, she is our angel! We will forever be thankful that we found her and that she agreed to walk alongside us as we entered parenthood. read more

Kristin has been with us through two child births now, both of which we couldn't have done without her. Honestly, I can't imagine what my birthing experience would have been like if she wasn't part of that journey. She is so intuitive and supportive of you as a mama, which I think there were times when I felt a little forgotten by the medical team. My first medical team was with midwife services and my second team was the traditional medical team while at birth in the hospital. Kristin seemed to know what I needed emotionally and physically at the time. She also had the perfect choice of words for me to help me feel validated and seen - again even during times when I was in my zone and couldn't speak much. There were so many things going on in my life the second time around and I appreciated how Kristin had some meditative exercises that helped ground and center me throughout the process. She also helped me to get to the place where I came up with my own mantras and positive affirmations. She incorporated essential oils to help calm me, she thought of important resources to help me prepare for child birth, and she was literally right there at every turn when I needed her. I write this review and know I could write more but being a mama of two boys close in age has me doing things in small batches. For now, this will have to do but I want to say how grateful we are for her. It's her presence that really is unique, not just her skillset. You'll love what she has to offer. She's like a walking mother earth!!! read more

So grateful for Kristin's birth support! She's so compassionate, patient, and knowledgeable. I had a hospital birth with a midwife, Kristin as my doula, and my husband. It was a long labor. Kristin was so supportive, and her comfort measures were wonderful! She and my husband were an exceptional team. She's experienced with hypnobirthing. In fact, both my midwife and hypnobirthing teacher had recommended Kristin. When I had to make unexpected decisions, I turned to Kristin and her experience with other moms and all the research she's done. Also, Kristin encapsulated my placenta. If you're thinking about it, it is worth it! I felt more balanced while taking them. Kristin was such a positive gem during my pregnancy and after birth. I'm so grateful she was part of our team! read more

Kristin was referred to me when I was pregnant with my 3rd baby by my previous Doula. I was eager to meet her but also apprehensive because It can be tricky finding someone who gets you and Kristin just got me! She is an incredibly easy person to talk to and connect with and I just remember feeling so blessed to have found her. She was exactly the Doula and friend I needed during that pregnancy and birth. She always made herself available to me either in person or over the phone whenever I needed her! This pregnancy was very emotional and scary for me due to my previous birth experience, and Kristin helped ease my mind and heart throughout. She taught me and my partner so many comfort measures that we could use during the birth and made my husband feel so at ease as well. When labor began she was exactly the support I needed. Always professional and warm with my birth center staff and her presence just put me at ease. I truly treasure our friendship and cannot say enough wonderful things about her! If you're looking for an amazing Doula, Kristin's IT! She also prepared my placenta read more

I would highly recommend Kristin for any Doula and placenta services! We were first referred to Kristin for our placenta encapsulation. She set up a phone call and went over the entire process for after the birth leaving both my husband and I completely comfortable with the process. When the day came that I actually went into labor, Kristin ended up being our Doula. She was amazing! We were able to keep our plan of a natural, unmedicated birth. We labored at home for a couple hours then went to the hospital where we met Kristin. I was so thankful that I had already talked to her during our placenta encapsulation process. Kristin was great!!! She was there when I needed her and provided comfort and support. She did not leave my side and provided the input I needed when I needed it. Her disposition is so calming and I was so appreciative of her hand holding during labor. My labor was relatively quick but my husband and I were so thankful to have Kristin there as it progressed. After the birth she stayed and helped with the initial latching, took photos and headed out with our placenta. She returned to the hospital the next day with the placenta pills, art piece and cord keep sake. Thanks again Kristin! read more

I heard about Kristin through my birth coach (who spoke highly of her) and I was so excited to order my placenta pills through her. She explained the process of how she hygienically cleans the placenta and capsules it up, she explained the health benefits, and provided me with ample information which was very comforting and reassuring. She was very easy to contact. She picked up and dropped off my placenta from the hospital and I was so surprised to receive back a cute gift bag with surprise goodies and keepsakes for my daughter. I am so impressed and happy and will be utilizing Kristin's services again for my son who is coming soon. Highly reccomend!! read more

Kristin was excellent! She always responded, my encapsulation was done fast, Always a text away for my questions, I would highly recommend her and encapsulating your placenta, really helps with recovery! Thank you Kristin! read more

Kristin is amazing! My goal was to have a natural, water birth at a birthing center and Kristin helped make that dream come true! She kept in good contact with me throughout my pregnancy, giving my inspiration, hope, and positivity weekly. She answered any questions I had and provided support when I needed it. My labor was over 36 hours and she was there every minute by my side and ready to help in any way possible. She was amazing with my family and I love that she was able to direct others in a way to positively influence and help me divert my attention away from the pain of labor. She helped calm my nerves and encouraged me when I thought I couldn't handle the pain anymore. There really is nothing I can say that isn't short of wonderful about her. When I have another baby she will be the first person I call! read more

Kristin was our birth doula and I cannot say enough amazing things about her! I was hesitant about wether or not I would need/want a doula as I didn't know much about doula services... I can say with absolute confidence it was the best decision I ever made! From the moment I met Kristin I felt a sense of connection and calm. I immediately felt comfortable with her energy and knew she would be the one to guide me through my birth journey. I can honestly say I'm not sure I would have made it through without her! She never left my side during my entire labor! She helped me make informed decisions during my birth process and remained encouraging and positive throughout the experience. She was also exceptional in my prenatal visits and continues to check in postpartum. Her support is unwavering! You absolutely cannot put a price on what she offers. I HIGHLY recommend Kristin for anyone considering a doula! You will be grateful for a lifetime! read more

As a new mama and having never given birth before , having Kristin as my Doula was so empowering. She educated me , comforted me , showered me and my baby with love and care every step of the way. She really cares so much about your well being and is so positive and understanding. Kristin empowered me to have full control of MY birth story. She supported any decisions I made and yet I was asking her for her opinion before I made almost every single one. Kristin is an awesome doula ! I would recommend any of my mama friends or new mamas to hire her to be their doula as well :) read more

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Kristin was my doula with my second child and I wish I had her by my side for my first. I was attempting a VBAC with my second and was also 9 days late. Kristin was a huge support to me those last few weeks leading to my birth - she assisted me emotionally and mentally, more than she'll ever know. She was always available via text or phone to encourage me, give me positive affirmations, and provide new exercises for me to do at home to help me mentally and physically. Her in person meetings which showcased even more exercises my husband and I could utilize, was so helpful. We utilized everything she taught us when I finally went into labor at home. When we were admitted to the hospital, having her by our side, even if it was a short time, was so encouraging and supportive, it made a world of difference. I ended up having another c section but Kristin continued her support days after my surgery and once we were home as well. She is a beautiful presence to have while on this crazy journey of pregnancy and new motherhood. My husband and I highly recommend Kristin for all of her services. read more

I was referred to Kristin for encapsulation by our Doula and Bradley method instructor. I highly recommend encapsulation and Kristin to anyone interested! Kristin was awesome about getting me all the information I needed to know about the process, dosage and specific procedures for the hospital I was giving birth at. I chose to do the smoothie prep and pills. We literally got everything the day after birth. I was a bit nervous about the smoothie prep but Kristin's method made it so super easy. She was also super great about following up and making sure things were going smoothly! So happy with her service! read more

Kristin was absolutely amazing as our birth doula. We had a home birth and it was so peaceful and comforting to have her with us. She came over when we felt we needed some extra support and was present with me through every surge - guiding my breath, applying gentle massage, encouraging me, and reminding me that our baby was getting closer with every moment. She was such a calm presence and made my husband and I feel relaxed and at ease through every phase of labor. She even captured beautiful pictures of the process and us becoming a family. I also decided to do placenta encapsulation and Kristin prepared everything so beautifully, including a five day smoothie preparation that helped with postpartum healing. She became a friend to us instantly and we're still texting updates and checking in all the time. She is an amazing human and was everything we needed to support us in the birth of our baby girl. read more

We highly recommend Kristin as a doula. We were referred to Kristin by our instructor for a birthing course we took last year. When speaking to her over the phone, you can tell she really has a passion for what she does and is someone who is genuine and supportive. She is patient, nonjudgmental and respectful of whatever birth plan you may have. She has such a calm and nurturing presence, something we really needed during the birth of our daughter. When there were unexpected things that occurred during our labor, she respectfully stepped aside to allow us to come to whatever decision. Even after our daughter was born, she kept in touch and checked to see how we were doing. Genuine people like Kristin are really hard to come by and we are so thankful for her. read more

Kristin was a complete god-sent! She started working with our family as a postpartum doula when our exclusively breastfed baby was only 6 weeks old and refusing the bottle . The first day we met her, our fussy crying baby fell asleep in her arms. Her positive attitude and calm energy brought our anxiety level down to a zero! She gave us so many tips and tricks to help our little angel feed from a bottle. I will forever be grateful for her help and calming aura:) I often told her that she takes care of our baby like she's her own! The love, patience and care we felt from Kristin was exactly what we needed at that stressful time. read more

We absolutely recommend working with Kristin as a doula. We were able to have an initial meeting with Kristin where she answered our questions and explained what her role would be if we went forward with her as our doula. After deciding on Kristin as our doula, she provided wonderful support to me throughout the pregnancy. She checked in often, was available for questions, and was always excited to hear the updates from our OB appointments. We had the opportunity to meet with Kristin two more times in the pregnancy to go over our intentions for the delivery as well as to review and practice laboring positions. Kristin really brought a lot of positivity and peace to our labor and delivery preparation. I ended up having an extended laboring process (over a week), and Kristin was so encouraging throughout that time. Throughout the week she was always available to answer questions, bounce ideas off of, and even helped us work on a few things to help baby's positioning. Her presence and availability were so so appreciated during this time. When we finally made it to the hospital for our delivery, she was such a fantastic resource to help us work through decisions that needed to be made and to help us maintain the birth experience that we were hoping for. Kristin was a great addition to our birth team, and really complemented the role that my husband played as my primary birth partner. She helped us see all of the options that we had during labor. Kristin helped us to have the natural delivery that we wanted and we really can't say enough about just how wonderful she was to work with! read more

This review is way over due. I had my baby at the end of February thankfully before COVID-19 got bad so I was able to have Kristin in the birthing room with me at the hospital. If you chose Kristin as your doula you with be beyond grateful you had her on your birth team. She is amazing. Before hiring her we met in person and felt so comfortable with her instantly. She is a very warm and welcoming person. My boyfriend and I met with her twice before giving birth. I found our meetings very helpful because it gave us an opportunity to get to know each other and go over how we planned our birth experience to go. She was great and is very supportive of what ever you plan to do. When the day came we were and constant communication with each other and once I needed her she was at the hospital right away. She helped me stay calm even though things got intense. Kristin was very helpful when I needed to make decisions. My birth didn't go anything as planned. She was great every step of the way. I am so grateful to have her support. After I gave birth she checked in on me at the hospital and at home a couple times when I first got back home. She introduced me to a great lactation consultant. A week after giving birth we were in lockdown so she wasn't able to do an at home visit after birth but we still were able to connect on video. If you are on the fence about getting a doula let me tell you it's worth it and Kristin would be a great person to have on your team. read more

Kristin was recommended to me by my Hypnobirthing instructor as she is familiar with the techniques. Let me start by saying that Kristin is a ray of sunshine, full of positive, calming energy that shines right out of her! I recently gave birth to my second daughter and really wanted to utilize the Hypnobirthing techniques. She is full of knowledge in regard to what helps moms leading up to and being in labor. She was so encouraging and helpful throughout my labor process. She went above and beyond to be there for me and I will never forget that. She was there through every minute of my long 36 hour birth! She is quick to respond to any questions or concerns you have and constantly follows up with me to see how we are doing. If you are looking for a doula, Kristin is an excellent choice! I HIGHLY recommend her. She is wonderful. read more

Pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum is one of the most beautiful, challenging and emotional things a woman will ever go through. Having a support system is vital! Kristin was just that, a vital support system. In fact, she still is and Evalyn is 5 months old. During my pregnancy I constantly had Kristin there encouraging me and letting me know what a great job I was already doing as a mama! Evalyn was born via cesarean and Kristin was there to help me through the post-surgery pain, show me techniques to get Evalyn to latch, fix my hair, rub my neck and hold my hand when I was crying in pain. Kristin was so calming and truly made me feel so much better and got me through those moments with ease. Postpartum, as I have been in my new role as mother and trying to balance all my hormones, Kristin has been there to answer questions, love on my beautiful baby, support me emotionally and give me encouragement. Kristin was made to be a doula and anyone would be fortunate to have her next to your through the journey to motherhood. read more