As we don't have family in the Tampa Bay area, for our first pregnancy/childbirth experience, we…read morewanted to hire a birth doula. After seeing so many great reviews and recommendations for Buddha Bellies, we booked the birth and postpartum doula services and honestly couldn't be happier. You get a pair of birth doulas to ensure one is available for when you give birth. Both were knowledgeable, friendly, and super supportive throughout my pregnancy. After an initial zoom call to get to know each other, we had a group text chat to check in and answer any questions I might have. They also suggested things to bring to the hospital, like an essential oil diffuser that really helped me and the nurses loved. My on-call doula on the day my son was born was Susan, and she was a lifesaver!! She arrived at the hospital promptly (despite living an hour away) and helped keep my husband and I calm. My husband had to leave for an hour to bring our dog to his boarding location, and so I was so grateful I had Susan with me during that time. I tried to give birth without an epidural, and her magical massages literally saved me and brought me to 6cm dilated. At that time, I decided I definitely did want/need an epidural, and she was very supportive of my wishes. She honestly felt like she became family that day and was so dedicated to my comfort. I can't imagine having done this without her. We're now onto the postpartum doula phase, and while we just started with our overnight care, we are SO glad that we made the decision to have a postpartum doula (kind of like a night nurse in this scenario). So far, it has been absolutely wonderful--the doula is very caring and loving to my baby boy and gives me a few extra hours of sleep each night, which is invaluable. As newbie parents, she offers advice and reassurance that things (like infant gas!) are normal. We are able to sleep soundly knowing that our son is safe with her in the other room! The Buddha Bellies support staff have also been excellent. It was very easy to be matched with and interview doulas--we hired ours on the very first try, as they were all of amazing quality, friendly, and with great experience/reviews. We cannot recommend them more!

My partner and I attended the Buddha Belly pregnancy classes for four weeks. The classes were…read moretaught by Justine and Mellisa. Both teachers were knowledgeable and provided us with essential information about pregnancy, both during and after. They taught us in detail about the steps that should be taken during and after pregnancy, which would be beneficial for both the mother and the child. We also hired doulas from Buddha Belly to assist us during the pregnancy, and they were fantastic. I highly recommend that anyone who is pregnant and their partner take the Buddha Belly pregnancy classes to ensure a smooth pregnancy and to gain the necessary knowledge concerning pregnancy.

I can't say enough good things about Charlie. I was planning my second home birth when I found out…read moremy baby had some health concerns and would need to be born in a hospital. I started calling home birth midwives for doula referrals, and I was so lucky to connect with Charlie. She truly brought a piece of the home birth experience into the hospital room. Charlie was a fierce advocate, not only for me, but also an incredible source of support for my husband. She brought a sense of peace and calm to what felt like a very unknown and overwhelming situation. I felt completely safe with her by my side. Charlie helped us talk through every decision, making sure we felt informed and confident in our choices. Her support didn't end after the birth either, she consistently checked in postpartum and continued to care for our whole family. I truly can't recommend Charlie enough. She is an amazing, steady, and calming presence. Whether you're planning a home birth or just looking for strong, compassionate birth support, you are in the very best hands with Charlie. Her care extends beyond just mom, she supports the entire family.

I'm currently in the process of taking Barefoot Birth to court for money I prepaid for their…read moreservices. I made a prepayment before 36 weeks and it is not being returned. I informed them I would be transferring care at 32 weeks. I told the owner that I would pay for any prenatal appointments I went to, but she made a bill with fees I was not aware of. My invoice was the exact amount I prepaid which is very suspicious. The invoice even said my $500 deposit was a charge for some reason instead of applied to my balance like the contract states. The invoice seemed to be made in a rush and its purpose to zero out my account so they could keep my money. I will add my entire experience after court. In the meantime, if you choose this midwifery, ask them to outline their fees and what you owe after every appointment to avoid this. Overall disappointed with Charlie's (owner) handling of this issue.

I can't recommend Sweet Child O' Mine enough! From the moment I walked in, I felt supported by an…read moreincredible team of women who truly care. A huge shoutout to Belinda, who was the most attentive and informative midwife I could've asked for. She made every step of the journey feel clear, comforting, and empowering. The office staff were always so thorough and friendly, which made every visit feel easy and welcoming. When I toured the facility, I had the chance to meet the owner and lead midwife, and the peaceful energy I felt there really helped shape my decision. I knew I was in the right place. If you're looking for amazing care from a phenomenal team of women, this is absolutely your place.

The facility is very clean, nice and comforting. The staff are wonderful. I went in for a…read moreconsultation and still had to tour another birth center before I made my decision. I was 21 weeks so a week past my anatomy scan ultra sound to check on my baby, they set me up to get one and very quickly which I appreciated so much. I got a call back from the their office shortly Ofer my ultra sound to hear some not so good news that I am now high Rick pregnancy and I'm not able to have care at their facility, then they went ahead and set me up to get further testing and I love that they took it upon them selves to do that for me instead of call me and have me deal with it all on my own.. If I wasn't high risk I would've definitely had my baby here with these amazing women.

We couldn't have asked for a better team! Bri and Rae came to our home to help us prepare for our…read morefirst birth. They showed us exercises to work on then at 7 months and exercises  to work on during labor and they were very helpful and kind. Bri was with us when I went into labor at home and because of a Florida law after waters breaking if you have a home birth and 12 hours have passed you have to relocate to the hospital to give birth. Bri was so kind enough to come with us to the hospital and stayed for the whole process including my unexpected and unplanned c-section. Not only was she knowledgeable with any questions we had in the hospital but she also gave us a sense of calm and care that we so needed during that stressful time. Bri even suited up and supported us in the operating room during the surgery. Bri even stopped by our house before we got home to drop off the placenta. Bri came to our home for a follow-up visit a few weeks after our Jack was born to answer any questions or concerns we had and to see how we were all doing. We are so lucky to have had Bri on her side and appreciate her so very much! Marie came to our home for the childbirth education course. She pulled up her slides on her computer and we connected it to our television. It was incredibly helpful to learn both home and hospital birth situations as I mentioned above we had to relocate to the hospital and make some very tough decisions. This was a two-part course so Marie came to our home on two separate occasions. Marie was also there to answer any questions we had about the birth and when baby arrived and how to care for him. If you're looking for a doula team you must choose One Love Doula. They won't disappoint. They are knowledgeable, easy to work with, come to your home, and they are very sweet and compassionate and go above and beyond the call of duty. We love One Love! -Rachel, Alex, and baby Jack

One love doula is the best!! I hired one love doula services when I was 6 months, being a first…read moretime mom and in a middle of a pandemic I feared all the time and I needed to educate myself. On our First meeting Yamel made me feel at peace, provide me with so much information that my fears went out the window, at that moment I knew I was going to have this Angel(Yamel) care for my family to be. Yamel is very professional, knowledgeable and caring. Her prices are very reasonable for the services that she provides which is excellent, I HIGHLY recommend one love Doula services for all the mommies out there. Ladies once again, Thank you from the bottom of our hearts

Jenna is changing birth in America. Her guidance is vital. Not only does she hold the space for…read morewomen to find their innate power, she includes the whole family to transform through pregnancy, birth, and parenting. She is one of my top referrals in my practice as a certified lactation counselor. She is also a gifted licensed massage therapist, can't wait till she gets her hands on me again.

I cannot say enough about Jenna. Because of her, I had a drug free birth. I was in the hospital…read moreonly three hours. I was 40 when I had my baby and expecting the worst and I really didn't want a c section. Jenna kept me calm, was the sole reason I avoided the epidural which may have led to a c section, and gave me amazing massages to help my back labor. She was a godsend. Worth every single penny. I know others that have used her. Contact me for more Info. Coachloriv@gmail.com

I recommend Dee and her hypnobirthing classes to anyone I know that is pregnant! She was…read morenon-judgmental, flexible, understanding, patient, and extremely knowledgeable. This was our first pregnancy after a 36 week pregnancy loss, so we were anxious to say the least. Having Dee as a resource bounce questions off of, knowing we would get an honest response based on her year of practice and knowledge, was very comforting, and lowered our anxiety during pregnancy and the birth, quite a bit. As the doctors and nurses recommended various interventions, we were able to ask her opinion on them and never felt pressured to do what she suggested. She was fantastic also at following up, ensuring we were taken care of to the best of her ability. Lastly, she helped us include our stillborn son in our birth, which made it very meaningful for us bringing our rainbow baby into the world.

This amazing woman will always have a place in my heart because of her love, prayers, and comfort…read morethrough out my labor and birth with our son. She helped make it a beautiful healing experience 100x better than my 2 c-section. I could not have done it without her. I would've not had a successful home birth if it wasn't for her encouraging words and the mental and physical support she showed me. And it was a nice bonus too that she's also very natural-minded Want a better birth experience? Contact Dee!!! #iLoveMyDoula

DEE DEE Doula is number #1 She is caring,kind, and really…read moreunderstands and loves preparing parents for their little one.

Oh My God, the best experience I've ever had!! I met Deedee…read morein my 7th month of pregnancy and when we finally met in person, we got along so well. She has an uplifting spirit that I enjoyed, which made my experience so much worth having her as my doula. She was so so so supportive of my choices on having a natural birth for my first pregnancy. During labor I almost gave up and was about to request that epidural when I reached about 8 centimeters (that pain is no joke) but she was not letting me give up AT ALL. I love the way deedee consoled in me, make helping me feel like a warrior. I definitely need to recommend her to the "moms-to-be" squad so you guys can see for yourselves. She's the best.