Lori was an incredible doula. Being our first birth and with no family in the area, we were looking…read morefor some support and guidance through this time. We chose Lori because she seemed pragmatic and had a lot of relevant life experience. As a mother and former school teacher, Lori brings a very grounded yet enthusiastic energy to her work. She is friendly, knowledgeable, and up to date about everything from home births to medical interventions. She is personally familiar with the various medical facilities in the Portland area, and knows how to navigate their systems. As labor progressed at the hospital, Lori provided us with techniques to remain comfortable and to move the labor along naturally. She helped us understand the medical procedures and their implications as they arose. Lori was very realistic, and did not minimize the challenges of birth. She listened to our goals and wishes, and compassionately provided her professional opinion and insight. Her warm, can-do attitude helped us remain confident and empowered throughout the journey. We highly recommend Lori's services! -- Dan & Kathryn

Having Lori with is on this journey was incredible. As first time parents it was important to us…read morethat we had someone by our side who could help us navigate pregnancy, birth and postpartum. I immediately felt at ease with Lori - she offered an non-judgmental but educated approach. When our birth plans hit a snag (breech baby) she not only helped us pivot and prepare for a whole new set of unknowns but she sat with us in the grief that came along with accepting this new journey. I was so grateful to have Lori with us for our ECV and ultimately our c-section. Having her in the OR helped calm both mine and my husbands nerves. We are so grateful for her support throughout the entire process and look forward to working with her again when we decide to try for our second!

Needed a last minute rush job of 25 t shirts for a family reunion. (Not my fault, the brother…read moreassigned this task wasn't able to do it sooner, and our mom really wanted them at the event. Got to follow through for mom!). I contacted about five local places, and everyone either else said it was too small of an order or they couldn't do it in time. One place said they'd do it and then said never mind :( Within a few minutes of reaching out I got a call back from Peter saying it wouldn't be an issue (with an understandable rush fee cost) and worked with me on the design and type of shirt. He also had recommendations on logo size that were very helpful! Shirts arrived on time and everyone was very happy with them! We will definitely use this company again:)

Just got off the phone with Peter. What a gentlemen! His professionalism and kindness will not be…read moreforgotten. He was in no hurry to get me off the phone. Peter helped me work out a solution for my unique needs. I will definitely work with them again!

Wildwood was on a list of recommended doulas from my OB and it was really important to me in…read moreselecting someone to work with that they had worked with our practice and in our delivery hospital before. We interviewed two doulas and I was honestly very torn because I really liked them both for different reasons. Heidi had such a calming presence even through zoom and I knew deep down that would be exactly what I needed. Little did I know at the time my seemingly low risk pregnancy would take some interesting turns. I don't know what I would have done without her constant reassurance. I ended up in the midst of a multiple day induction that picked up incredibly quickly when they broke my water. We had been in communication with Heidi throughout the weeks leading up to my induction and she got to the hospital very quickly when we let her know they had broken my water. Just as i suspected she was the calm in the storm, not just for myself but my husband as well. She took some photos for us of those initial moments together and made sure I got my lusted for post delivery meal before leaving us to get some rest. She stayed in close contact over the next few days while we dealt with a 72 hour hospital stay, a readmittance scare, and struggles with feedings. We had a lovely postpartum visit at our home when things calmed down and it warmed my heart so much to see her hold our son. She advocated for me during labor when I wasn't in the mindset to do so myself and made me feel so supported and safe. I've recommended Heidi and wildwood to everyone I know who has gotten pregnant since my delivery. They are truly such an amazing and supportive group.

We had the privilege to have three different Wildwood Birth doulas: Kim, Zoe, and Kelsey and took…read moreWildwood's birth education course. Kim was our birth doula she supported me in pregnancy, labor, and birth. The birth experience is a very personal thing and we felt incredibly comfortable with her throughout the entire process. I only ever felt supported by Kim and that she had my best interest at heart. My husband had concerns that having a doula would be distracting for him, however looking back he said that that couldn't have been less true he was thankful for Kim and the support he provided for him too. Zoe was our day time postpartum and we were so thankful to have her there in those essential first weeks. Zoe not only took excellent care of our baby, but she checked in on our physical and mental health. She really was making sure everyone was doing well. I felt comfortable asking her all sorts of questions and she showed us how to give our baby their first bath! Kelsey was our night time postpartum doula, it's a strange feeling leaving your baby with someone overnight and you going to sleep, but from the moment I met Kelsey I knew she would look out for my baby and do what's best for him. As a mom who had a journey with breastfeeding, pumping, formula Kelsey was always coming up with a plan for how I could do what I needed to and get the most sleep. My husband and I would always say "Kelsey night!" the day she was coming because we got to sleep and we knew our baby would be taken care of - which is a rare combo in the days of a newborn. As a whole Wildwood Birth Collective was a dream to work with. The birthing course was thorough and informative and communication for all the staff was excellent. I feel that when we joined Wildwood we got not only really great doula support but gained an awesome community. Thank you Wildwood, Kim, Zoe, and Kelsey!

I have been with Karen for several years. She has brought me through some tough times and with…read moreher help in living my dream. I'm not sure how I will ever be able to thank her. If you want simmering that can bring out your best give Karen a call tell her I sent you. Thanks Karen! Mike Cahill

LaVoie is a true professional. She does not see you as a model but as a material for being hired,…read moreand does everything she can to reveal you as versatile as possible. I am very satisfied with our cooperation! P.S. LaVoie also did makeup and hairstyle for this photoshoot.

I just want to say, Elaine, with Heartstrings Doula service, IS THE ONE YOU WANT BY YOUR SIDE! She…read moremade me feel like family, INSTANTLY! We discussed very intimate things prior to my birth, and she never once judged me, or made me feel uncomfortable. She always spoke with kindness, but also gave her opinion or guidance with honesty and integrity. When the time came for her to be with me at the hospital, she was there, eager to serve me and my needs in the OR room. She captured the most BEAUTIFUL photos of my cesarean birth, and somehow still managed to keep me so lovingly elevated, she didn't take away any moment from me, she actually GAVE me proof in photos and videos, of what the OR staff did with my son, while I was getting sewn up. She stayed with me for a few hours after, to make sure I was comfortable to be there alone, and brought the sweetest gifts to me. When it came time for her service in-home, she walked in like she had lived there for months, and got right to work in areas I had been slacking. Laundry, dishes, food prep, which - speaking of, she brought the tastiest quiche for me! Oh and coffee! She cared for my newborn as if he was her own, and she cared for me too, as if I were her own! Having had no family here to come to the hospital, she filled that void I had, and then some. She is now forever a part of our family, and I'll never forget the service she gave me and my family, when we needed her - and even when we didn't. She was always quick to reply to me, and honestly, I wish I could keep her forever! She is the doula you need, and the doula you'll regret not having!

From the owner: Giving birth is a transforming time in ones life. You deserve to be supported in your choices and…read morehave an experienced birth support person there to guide you through making the decisions that are right for you and your birth experience. We offer personalized birth and postpartum support and childbirth education. We get to know you and what ways we can best support you, emotionally, physically, and with just the right amount of information and education. We have experience with all kinds of births. As a THW registered Doula, we are able to offer services to folks covered by OHP insurance with no out of pocket expenses. Contact us today of a free consultation to learn how we can serve you best.

To put it as simply as possible: Adrienne Buhacoff changed my life. Lofty statement, I know! But…read morehaving worked with Adrienne for almost a year now, I can say with the utmost certainty that my life has transformed in the best of ways since starting our professional relationship. Regardless of the quandaries I throw her way on any given call, Adrienne consistently exercises the patience, honesty, and compassion I need to make sense of my world. What's more, Adrienne makes it a mission to help her clients institute change in their own lives; her approach to our work together has given me the tools I need to shift my outlook and tackle problems, both big and small. From the bottom of my heart, I would recommend Adrienne and Positive Inner Self to anyone looking to improve their life and master the art of self-compassion. 5-stars are simply not enough to express my gratitude and appreciation!

From the owner: We take a personalized approach to your care. We just…read moreexpanded and are now offering mental health counseling, massage therapy, and acupuncture. We are prideful in realizing that an integrative approach to healing the whole body is necessary. We are not shy about you being your authentic self. We honor this and use it to help you grow into the person you want to be, while working through the things that got you to where you are. We meet you where you are and work on the goals you want to achieve. We are LGBTQIA+ affirming, anti-racist, as well as poly friendly & kink aware. Our providers utilize a collaborative approach that allows you to explore the issues that may be causing you distress in your mind and body and provide the tools to work through those issues. We focus on the client as a whole and believe that whatever brings you to treatment, is deeply rooted in your life experiences. Positive Inner Self, LLC provides mind body healing to enhance your quality of life.

After just one phone call with my wife and one in person meeting with both of us, we knew Linda…read morewould be the best Doula to have on our team. It was liking having a mom, a close friend, doctor, nurse and a doula all in one! Neither my mother nor my wife's mother could be present for our child's birth due to medical issues. We wanted our first child to be born all natural and not in a hospital, we talked through all options with Linda, she shared experience, information and statistics, was also always neutral and let us choose what we felt was best for our family. During the pregnancy, Linda came to our home and brought educational books, videos and even some clothes and toys for our baby. She covered everything from pregnancy and labor to postpartum recovery. She was always available to answer questions when we reached out and always with very helpful loving advice.  During the birth Linda was amazing, she catered to my wife the entire time, (fanning, offering a drink, spraying hot water on her back, cold wash cloth on her head) she helped me know what to do and she faded into the background at times where it made sense for me to be close or for the midwives to do their part. She even took photos and video and shared them with us after the birth. Our baby was born healthy and happy into a beautiful environment and we have Linda to thank for so much of it. Linda visited with us a few days after our baby's birth and a few weeks after that to ensure our baby was healthy and happy and that my wife was recovering and we were adjusting to our new role as parents. We would love to have Linda again for our future babies as well and would recommend her to anyone!

From the owner: Doula or Monitrice support, Childbirth Your Way, VBAC, Pregnancy, Birth, with Postpartum and New…read moreBaby emotional and physical support for partners and parents. Inclusive approach to creating your new family the way you want. I know birth, you know what you want (and don't want). Let's work together for an optimum birth experience Your way.

Jen truly wanted 1 million clinician. We felt truly safe and heard with her my daughter (four weeks…read moreold at the time) absolutely loved her and slept most of the session and seemed very relaxed and happy. Jen is a wealth of knowledge and we were so happy to learn from her.

From the owner: Offering craniosacral therapy for babies and children since 2016. Home visits and Salem office…read morevisits available. Childbirth classes in person in Salem. Placenta encapsulation services!