My husband and I both highly recommend Terri. She supported us through the birth of our first child, and we truly can't imagine going through the experience without her. What started as plans for an unmedicated birth ultimately became an induction followed by an unplanned C-section. Terri was with us every step of the way, helping us stay calm, informed, and grounded throughout the entire process. She was an incredible support not only to me, but also to my husband, and helped us advocate for ourselves and get creative with our medical team around laboring positions and pain management strategies. Even after taking birthing classes and feeling well prepared, we were still extremely grateful to have Terri by our side during labor and delivery. Outside the L&D room one of the best parts of working with her was having someone help us talk through what we hoped for in our birth experience, process what actually happened afterward, and provide us with a written birth story. If we're lucky enough to be expecting again in the future, Terri will absolutely be one of our first calls. read more

Terri was incredible and my birth experience was wonderful directly because of her involvement. She is warm, kind, caring, thoughtful, sweet, and funny and having her with me every step of my journey was incredible. She helped me craft my birth plan with zero judgement and then walked with me through a very long, difficult, and decision-heavy labor. Any time a nurse, doctor, or midwife offered suggestions, I cleared the room except for myself, my husband, and Terri and she gave me the information and support I needed to make the best decision for myself and our baby. I truly cannot recommend Terri enough and I want her to be at every single one of my births. read more

As a first-time mom planning a natural birth, I truly cannot express how grateful I am to have had Terri as my doula. From the very beginning of my pregnancy, she was a constant source of support, encouragement, and wisdom. We stayed in regular contact, and she always made time to check in and offer guidance as my pregnancy progressed. Near the end, she even came to my home to review my birth plan in detail and ensure everything I envisioned was clearly laid out. My labor ended up lasting 28 hours--all of it back labor, which was incredibly intense. Terri was by my side for nearly the entire time, offering physical and emotional support I didn't even know I would need. I truly believe I wouldn't have been able to labor naturally and at home for as long as I did without her calming presence and expert care. When it was finally time to head to the hospital, Terri seamlessly became my biggest advocate, making sure the nurses were aware of my preferences and helping create a supportive environment. She wasn't just amazing for me--she was also incredible for my husband, helping him feel involved and at ease by walking him through every step. After the birth, Terri continued to be an incredible support. She visited our home to check in on both me and the baby, and in the following weeks, she regularly checked in to see how we were doing. As I adjusted to life as a new mom, her encouragement, reassurance, and compassion made such a difference during those early, emotional days. Thanks to Terri, I was able to deliver a healthy baby boy and look back on my birth experience with nothing but gratitude and joy. Whether you're planning a natural birth, a medicated birth, hospital or home--Terri is the doula you want by your side. She made my first birth experience so special, and I would 100% recommend her to any expecting mother! read more

Terri was amazing!! I was nervous to have a hospital birth as my first wasn't in a hospital, so I wanted someone to advocate for my wishes- Terri did that and so much more- hot towels, chips, lights, music, she was there helping me through each stage of labor and advocating for me! The photos she took are something I will forever treasure! Her communication & birth expertise was beyond. I am so thankful she was at my birth. read more

Terri Burleson did a phenomenal job as my doula. I was first drawn to Terri for her experience and from the time my husband and I interviewed her, I felt comfortable with her and trusted her. We met with Terri at 36 weeks and discussed our birth plan. She was non-judgmental, offered suggestions and provided the guidance we needed as first-time parents. We exchanged several text messages leading up to my baby's birth, especially after my OB appointments, or when we had questions, and she was always quick to respond. Of course, our birth plan shifted as soon as my baby decided to arrive two weeks early. I wasn't sure if my water broke, but once we were in hospital triage, we contacted Terri and she calmed us down and gave us confidence that this birth could still be everything we hoped. She came to the hospital to be with me while my husband went back to get the hospital bag, and offered ways for me to try to get labor going without pitocin. She is familiar with St. Anthony North Hospital and worked very well with the staff there. We sent Terri home after a few hours since we knew it would be a waiting game at that point, but she checked in with us into the late night hours. At almost 4 AM, we decided it was time for Terri to come back. Without Terri, I wouldn't have been able to have a natural birth! She was so encouraging and knew exactly what to say and do when I needed it. She helped my husband feel included throughout the whole process, and we appreciated her taking several photos and videos for us so that we have those memories forever. She stayed for a few hours after my baby was born so that we could eat and process the whole experience. She also checked up on me several times once I got home and made one home visit to further process the birth experience and how we were adapting to life as a family of three (plus our pup). We appreciated the written birth story that she sent us as well! I would hire Terri again in a heartbeat. I sincerely feel like she was a big reason why I had a positive birthing experience and that is invaluable to me! read more

I cannot imagine our birth story without Terri. I went back and forth about getting a doula for the longest time. We spoke to several before we found Terri and I'm so grateful we did. She's the perfect balance of not being adversarial with your doctors and nurses but remaining a very strong advocate for you. She absolutely wants you to have the birth experience you want but offers very solid suggestions when your inexperience might lead to some silly preferences. It was beyond reassuring to have her just a text or call away as the big day approached. There really is no other resource that compares to that. But most importantly Terri is the most loving supportive cheerleader when you're in labor. You're partner and mom, they're great, but Terri knows exactly what you need in terms of your bodily comfort AND mental coaching. She will just build you up the whole time in exactly the way you need. Also she has the BEST LC rec so make sure to get the info from her if breastfeeding isn't going smoothly. Terri is a force of love and I'm so happy we had her at our birth. read more

First off, let me say Terri was worth every penny so if you're considering hiring a doula look no further! She's got it all--tons of experience, knowledge about the birth process and the biggest heart and passion for what she does! I initially wanted to hire a doula because I had my heart set on an unmedicated birth in a hospital setting. I interviewed a handful of doulas and was able to connect instantly with Terri and could tell from the moment I spoke with her that I wanted her on my birth team. It's a weird thing to hire a complete stranger for such an intimate life event but Terri made both me and my husband feel instantly at ease and it was so easy to connect with her emotionally. My labor and delivery totaled 30 hours and ended with a c-section, which was the complete opposite of what I was hoping for but there is no way I would have managed without Terri. She was with us every step of the way and never left my side the entire time! It was so helpful to have someone with her level of experience there asking the right questions and helping me make decisions when things didn't go as planned. Because of her support I was able to labor with contractions that were less than 2 minutes apart for hours until I was 8 centimeters dilated without medication. Unfortunately my baby was in a bad position and wasn't coming out no matter how hard I tried. I was completely crushed that I had to go in for a c-section after making it as far as I did, and Terri really helped me process the whole thing. For the husbands/partners out there, it was invaluable to have someone to show him how to support a laboring person and he is so thankful we had someone there to advocate for us especially when things went awry. I did have to process and grieve over how my delivery went but I wouldn't have been able to do it without Terri. She provided so much support even after the event and we are still in touch about my baby girl and how we are doing. There is really so much more I can say but I'm so happy that I hired Terri and would 100% recommend her! read more

Finding a qualified Doula is no easy task. Finding a qualified Doula that truly connects with you and your partner is next to impossible. Not only does Terri have a wealth of knowledge and experience but she also has the invaluable quality of making every person she works with feel seen, heard, and valued as an individual. During the birthing process, she provides a calm, steady force and turns what is typically an overwhelming and scary process into an empowering one. You know that no matter what happens that she will be with you every step of the way. She's kind, caring, empathetic, and supportive...I could honestly go on forever. The fact that nurses and doctors, who have worked with Terri before, breathe a sigh of relief when they realize she is the Doula speaks volumes to not only her skill but herself as a person. So far we've hired her for both of my pregnancies and births and I'm confident in saying that it's one of the best investments we've ever made. If or when we choose to have more children, Terri is the first person we will call to have by our side. As an added bonus she takes photos, writes a birth story individual to each birth, and provides postpartum support. During a time that is wrought with intensity and emotion, it's so nice to have someone there to document the journey so you can look back on it for years to come. read more

So, I've logged in to my wife's account to provide my perspective (male-dad) and then dictate her's about Terri and our birth, and the prework and preplanning she did with us. I'm methodical and step oriented so....you're welcome for the below. 1. We found Terri on Yelp! 2. We had an amazing hour long chat to discuss her philosophy and plans for how many (300+) births she's been a part of and what to expect 3. She came to our home-met our dogs, walked into our nursery and slept several hours getting to know us and our plans and life 4. Our water broke in the middle of the night-not in our plan nor process-we texted her and she responded immediately! 5. I had to make banana pancakes and deal with our slow roll to the hospital 6. Texted Terri and she asked when yo show up-we said, 'noon?' 7. Terri showed up with all of her tools-essential oils, vaporizer, and the knowledge of the hospital and their staff and teams because she's done this a million times 8. She got my wife pumping to stimulate contractions 9. Our photographer (my sister showed up) and Terri rolled with it and constantly with my 'Pre-Dad...Dad humor" ... 15. Pitocin 20. Warm bath-Terri's idea 22. Standing and wtf, a baby soon...Terri's idea 31. Epidural and love-Terri's idea 49. All the leg grabs and pushes 57. A great fan-per Terri, and a lot of cool rags... 98. Our son came out... I skipped a lot of numbers here, not to be cute but because I don't remember them. I don't because Terri did everything that needed to be done when they were done and made this birth and the experience with our new son so beautiful. We all cried and hugged. You don't know till you're there/here. We will 1,000,000% call Terri again when we are ready for baby #2. Until then, we have #1 and all the thanks to the birthing process to her. If you don't call or text her, thank you-that means my sisters and wife can use her to help. If you do, you're the luckiest family in Denver. George is here because of Terri and her love and patience. read more

Cannot praise doula Terri Burleson enough. She helped me during both of my incredibly successful hospital baby deliveries and I would recommend that anyone wanting any type of labor support to use Terri. Terri was equally beneficial for both my husband and me, we were SO much more confident handling the birth thanks to her guidance before and during the labor. In my experience, all of the info my husband and I had learned in labor classes before the birth went out the window in the heat of the moment. For us, it was essential to have a clear headed doula in the room with us during the labor and delivery process (a doula that knows your plan and preferences, and is your advocate) that can make suggestions, give guidance, remind you of labor positions, assist you with labor positions-- in order to have a delivery that you understand and afterwards can feel confident about the decisions you made. Words cannot express how uplifted, encouraged, and happy I was after both of my deliveries and I attribute a lot of those feelings to Terri's positive, gentle, empowering approach towards doula services during the labor and delivery process. Terri has incredible talent as a doula. read more

Working with Terri is a privilege! She was the doula at both of our son's births. The births were quite different, and I can tell you it was awesome to have Terri at both. Our second son was born much more quickly than our first. I thought I knew roughly what was going to happen during labor, but the pace of the second caught me off guard. Terri supported my wife, Destiny, where I didn't. She is remarkably empathetic, and anticipated Destiny's needs instantly. I'm so grateful she was the doula for both our son's births. All the small touches just reminded us how incredibly caring Terri is. Terri is an incredible doula! read more

I would give Terri 6 out of 5 stars if that was possible; hiring her vastly improved my experience in every step of the pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum period. After we reached out to Terri, we had an initial video chat. She had a very calming presence and was extremely nonjudgmental. She gave thoughtful answers to all the questions we had during the call as well as our follow-up questions and was very knowledgeable. We met in person when we were 36 weeks pregnant and she guided us to think about things that we hadn't considered before. During the pre-delivery at-home visit, she gave us even more techniques to make the last month of pregnancy more comfortable and to prepare for labor. She helped us feel more confident about the delivery and checked in on me as the due date approached. At the hospital, she was so helpful with pain management, respected all the decisions I made during labor and delivery, and adjusted her techniques and help to accommodate my needs at every moment. She also worked really well with the hospital staff. I believe her expertise and support were part of why the delivery went so well. Terri took pictures during and after the delivery; the photos she sent and birth story she wrote for us were so beautiful and helped us remember what would have been an otherwise very blurry day. She checked in on us in the postpartum period, continuing to provide support and directed us to resources that were very helpful with breastfeeding and surviving the postpartum period. Terri cares very deeply for the people she works with; reaching out to her was one of the best decisions we made during this pregnancy. You won't regret hiring her. read more

Terri is an amazing, caring, loving Doula! We delivered twin girls a week early, with some complications - and we were so grateful to have Terri by our side (especially me as the Dad). She's an incredible human being, compassionate, and has such a kind and calming demeanor. read more

Although Terri was not available for my due date she provided me with recommendations to a few other doulas and hospitals in the area. Moving to a new state while 20 weeks pregnant is quite stressful so the information was really appreciated! read more

Wow, I am so glad I had Terri by my side. As a first time mom, I figured I could use all the help I could get. Terri was so calming yet assertive, which was a perfect balance to help me with pain management as well my focus. She was very informative in our meetings prior to my delivery. My labor and delivery was much shorter than I had planned for, but it was very intense. It was so reassuring having Terri there to talk to in order to validate me and answer questions about how my labor was progressing. When labor was the most intense, Terri was at my home with me and helping with pain management. Once we were are the birth center, things progresses quickly so it was not long before I was pushing. Although I was focused and quiet, I could hear every word Terri was telling me as she coached me along and provided encouragement. I hung onto her words, and her affirmations fueled me to get through the process. Along with getting me through the tougher moments of labor, she was also a big support to my husband as well as captured these priceless moments through photos. I cherish those pictures as I look at them remember the moment my son came into my arms. Terri stuck by our side even hours after our son was delivered to ensure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. She has also been a great support well after our delivery, making house calls to visit, texting to check in and offering advice and answers to my questions. I would encourage everyone to add a doula to their team. I can confidently say that my birth story was so positive thanks to her. read more

I'm so thankful Terri was our doula for our daughter's birth. We met her for the first time at the hospital while I was in labor, as she was the back-up when our primary doula was unavailable. I immediately felt very comfortable with her and appreciated that she had carefully read the document I had prepared in case we needed a back-up doula. She offered support and reassurance to me and my husband and helped us have a truly beautiful birth, free of pain medication. I felt very safe and supported throughout labor and birth, thanks in large part to her calming presence and confidence in me. She also wrote up our birth story as a lovely letter to our daughter that we will always treasure. I gave birth at UCHealth's University Hospital and Terri was very comfortable with the facility, having attended many births there. I highly recommend Terri as a doula! read more

Terri is just beyond words amazing! She has such a calming and nurturing presence and SO much experience. From our initial meeting it was clear we needed her on our birth team - it felt like we had known her forever because we just clicked. It was clear Terri had so much expertise that made us feel so prepared and confident heading into labor. We were really hoping for an unmedicated VBAC for this birth and I don't think it would have happened if Terri wasn't there supporting us and advocating for our birth plan. I have countless memories from our daughter's birthday of times that Terri saved the day - from little things like when we walked into the L&D room and I was cold and she immediately found a blanket from a warmer for me to use (that my husband and I definitely would not have thought to open up or ask for!), or bigger things, like advocating for us and our birth plan, giving me counterpressure during every contraction, etc. With her constant care and monitoring of me she was able to catch things the nurses didn't notice and come up with suggestions we wouldn't have thought of. She is the perfect mix of comfort and support while also not shying away from speaking up when I needed an advocate (while also maintaining exceptional rapport and cohesion with the medical team!). She was a huge support for my husband as well, who probably wouldn't have gone to the bathroom or consumed any food/water otherwise. Going into a birth with an expert like Terri on your team is the best thing you can do to set yourself up for a positive birth experience! I have such beautiful, happy memories of my daughter's birthday and Terri played such a significant role in that, for which I am forever grateful! read more

From the moment I met Terri, she had a warm, motherly energy, and I knew right away I wanted her as my doula. About a month prior to my due date, Terri came to our home to discuss our birth plan and help us prepare for early labor. In the two weeks leading up to my due date, Terri was in daily contact with me to check in, see how I was feeling, and address any concerns I had. She helped me feel more at ease when I was anxious, made sure I was getting in some naps, and provided countless recommendations for comfort and exercises to help get me relaxed and baby in a good position. Once admitted to the hospital, Terri was with us within an hour after we got settled. She was so professional and fit right in with the nursing staff. My water broke prior to arriving and I was not having any contractions. She worked with me throughout the night to try to induce labor naturally with various techniques. She helped keep a calm environment in the room, and her nurturing touch kept me relaxed. Terri always had suggestions for different positions to help me be more comfortable. She brought an essential oil diffuser and tools to help with comfort. As contractions became more intense, she continued to remind me of my strength and helped coach me through breathing. When I was terrified of my body beginning to push, she took me by the hands, looked me in the eyes and guided me through effective breathing. She helped me keep it together when I didn't think I could continue. I successfully achieved my goal of having an unmedicated birth and I don't think this would have been possible without Terri by my side. In the weeks following Terri visited our home twice to see how we were doing and provide support. She continued to text me to check-in to see how things were going. She sent me an album of photos she took during labor and delivery that I hadn't even noticed she was taking. We also received a beautiful birth story in the mail with all the details leading up to my water breaking, labor, and the birth of our baby girl, many that I had forgotten. I will cherish these mementos forever. Terri was such an incredible light throughout this experience, and I will always feel a strong connection to her. If you're considering a doula, stop considering, and give Terri a call! She is a wonderful soul and you will not regret it. read more

I am not sure where to start in writing this review, but to put it simply: Terri is the best and we couldn't imagine the past two years without her. We welcomed two babies during COVID (one in March 2020 and then most recently in April 2022). The first time around she was literally a life saver. She couldn't be with us in the hospital due to covid protocols but made sure we were super prepared and was with us via FaceTime. And after the birth she went above and beyond in helping us adjust to parenthood. When we had no one else to support us, she was there! As a first time mom whose husband is self-employed (so did not have paternity leave) having her help during those early weeks is something that I will always be so grateful for. We absolutely knew we wanted her with us in April 2022 when we welcomed our second son. Having her at the hospital and in the months leading up to our son's birth was incredible. She was there to help deal with the pain and uncertainty that is part of the process and to advocate for us and help support us in the decisions we had made before entering the labor and delivery room. She was a sounding board when we needed to decide if we wanted to deviate from our plans or stick with them. We consider Terri more than just our doula but as a part of our family--she helped us welcome our two little ones into the world and made it the best possible experience under the circumstances. Any parents-to-be would be lucky to have her by their side through the delivery process. read more

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Terri. If you are looking for a connected, supportive, understanding Doula who is willing to walk with you through the most life changing event of birth, I recommend Terri. I simply can't express how special she was and what a supportive role she played in my birth story alongside my husband and I and the birth of our first child. We were so lucky to have found her and even our midwives and medical staff asked for her name as they were so impressed with her professionalism and support! She truly helped enable me have the most amazing birth and accomplish my goals. read more

If I could give Terri 10 stars, I would in a heartbeat! I honestly couldn't have asked for a better experience with her. From right off the bat, my husband and I felt so at peace and trusted Terri with our goals and birth experience that we wanted. She was so supportive as we told her all of our thoughts, emotions, and hopes beforehand and gave us so many resources to help us prepare. On the day of, Terri was with us every step of the way and helped me achieve my goal of an unmedicated and low-intervention birth. She provided physical and emotional support both at home and at the hospital, and I honestly don't think I could have done it without her! Best decision we ever made to have her come alongside us during our daughter's birth! read more

Terri is absolutely AMAZING! While pregnant, I interviewed over a dozen Doula's before I found Terri. She and I had an instant connection and I knew I wanted her to be by my side during the birth of my first child. Terri is kind, caring and so knowledgeable when it comes to the birthing process. She is very experienced and I can't imagine not having her as my Doula. She documented every step of my labor process and made it so memorable. LOOK NO FURTHER- SHE IS THE BEST!! read more

From the moment we met Terri, my husband and I both felt so comfortable around her. She has a presence that made us feel so safe, supported, and confident. She was there to give us any and all support we needed, throughout my pregnancy, labour, delivery and postpartum, and she did not miss a beat. Not to mention the beautiful photos she captured, and the birth story she created so we can always remember the most special day of our lives. Initially, my husband did not understand the value of a Doula, but wanted me to have the birthing experience I hoped for, so he was supportive. After having Terri with us for our baby boys birth, my husband is the first one going around telling everyone they need a doula! Not only was she a huge support for me, but she also helped my husband feel confident and calm throughout the process. We feel so lucky to have had Terri with us.I will forever hold her close to my heart as she had such a huge role in such a special and intimate moment, and if I could go back, I wouldn't change a thing - and that is all thanks to her. read more

I worked with Terri for both my deliveries. Each delivery experience was unique and Terri filled needed roles in both situations. With my first baby, I really wanted to have a medication-free experience and that is why I looked for a doula. Terri was excellent and provided a lot of ideas to help me feel strong and comfortable during my delivery. Although my husband was originally skeptical of hiring a doula, after our first delivery, he said Terri was amazing and empowered him to better support me and to play a more active role in the delivery. My second delivery was very different. The air conditioning wasn't working at the hospital and Terri happened to have a fan with her! I felt a lot of push-back from the medical team about wanting a medication-free birth, and Terri supported me, helped me to advocate for myself, and to think through each suggested intervention. The hospital was overwhelmed with women in labor and Terri provided an important role of advocating for when I needed extra medical attention. In both cases, I can't imagine having gone through the delivery without Terri. Her follow-up meetings were also SO helpful for me to process my experience and provide that extra check-in. Texting with her leading up to and after deliveries were also so helpful. I can't recommend Terri enough. Regardless of what your birth plan is, Terri is an amazing person to have at your side as you go through labor and delivery. read more

Terri is one of the primary reasons I can reminisce positively on labor with my first baby. Terri was an encouraging presence throughout my entire labor experience. She played the role of teammate, advocate, idea-generator, masseuse, friend, photographer, and encourager. Terri offered ideas throughout the day that helped with contraction pain and helped move our little one along. As first time parents, my husband and I had no idea what to expect from the labor experience, so to have Terri as a guide throughout the day was an invaluable resource! Terri also took photos throughout the entire day, and it was a beautiful moment when I was able to share all the photos with my mom since she could not be with me in the hospital due to Covid. I am also so thankful to have the photos so my husband and I can reminisce on the day we got to meet our little boy. We can't recommend Terri enough, and we will be recommending her to all of our friends seeking a doula. If you are looking for an encouraging and calm advocate who provides the best support before, during, and after your due date- then look no further than Terri! read more

Words cannot describe how grateful we were to have Terri support us during the birth of our baby boy. She was incredible and it would not have been the same without her. I found her early in my pregnancy during internet searches for doulas in the area. She was certified which was important to me. We chatted via computer, and it was decided that she was the one! I felt so comfortable with her, the conversation flowed naturally. She was supportive during pregnancy, providing me with reassurance and data as needed but the birth was where she shined. My labor progressed quickly, and she was ready to go at a moments notice...which was of course in the middle of the night. During labor she was incredible. She not only coached me and kept me calm and protected me from some of the unrealistic asks from the nurses, but she also helped my husband to be involved and kept up with the space in the hospital. She was incredible. During the birth she stayed with me so my husband could help deliver our little boy and she was also able to capture the moment with video and photos. After, she stayed with us for a few hours which was a life saver in my mind. The labor and delivery unit was packed so the nurses and midwife were not present for much of my immediate recovery but we had Terri. She helped me to navigate the first bit of my recovery and helped me to latch the baby and feel more comfortable with a newborn. She tidied up the room as we went and managed lighting and temperature and the annoying beeping equipment that was keeping everyone up. She was so comfortable and confident and experienced, and I felt like I had mom there protecting me and guiding me. Writing this brings tears to my eyes, I recommend her to anyone and everyone! read more

I had never considered having a doula previously, but now I know I will never go without one for future deliveries! We worked with Terri and she was absolutely amazing. It wasn't just about the day I delivered, it was about the weeks leading up to it. When we met with Terri, she was very thorough in our conversations so she could get to know us and best understand our hopes and desires for this birth. She was always very attentive and caring. During labor, having a doula there provided me with an ally in the room that I could turn to for questions, making tough decisions, or for the encouragement I needed. It really was nice to have a non-doctor and non-family member to go to in the tough moments. She provided a strength in her presence that I needed. I truly believe that the things Terri suggested I do and try to help progress my labor is what helped it go so well that day. My husband also greatly appreciated someone to talk to, provide him with breaks, and help him understand things as well! I am very thankful I had her there with me and plan to have her there for future kiddos! The last thing I'd like to mention is the post-baby care. Terri checked in with me post delivery once we were home and settled. I would randomly gets texts from her asking how baby was doing, how nursing was going, and providing encouragement and/or advice if I needed it. I was thankful for the care she showed even once the baby was here. In conclusion, if you can't tell already, I would highly recommend Terri with Colorado Caring Doulas! read more

Terri is an amazing doula. My husband and I couldn't be happier we hired her. She exudes warmth and empathy from the moment you meet her. She has so much knowledge and experience and is so open. Leading up to the birth I felt so much more comfortable emailing and texting her with questions than I did even our midwives. I am a 39 year old first time mother who wanted a natural birth, and so I was working to get the odds in my favor, and knew having a doula was one of the biggest determining factors. I tried to hire the best doula I could find, and believe I was extremely successful. I took castor oil to try and get my labor started as I was 2 weeks overdue. The labor came on extremely hard when it started. Terri came down in the middle of the night to our home to help us through it. She was the picture of perfect calm and support, and stayed that way over more than the next 24 hours. She's also incredibly strong! She introduced a hip press that made so much difference in the level of pain I was feeling, and she and my husband continued to do that throughout my 22 hours of labor, during nearly every contraction. She gently coaxed me into many different positions, and had a lot of ideas I had never heard or thought of. Her photos were taken very discreetly, and most of the time I never noticed she was taking them. We are glad to have them. After the birth I had complications with my placenta and had to transfer to the hospital ER. It was a tough time but Terri came with me while my husband had to stay at the birth center with our son. She continued to be a calm and empathetic support, and I can't say how glad I was to be able to look over to the side and always see her friendly face. I didn't have my clothes, let alone my phone, but Terri was able to text my husband and keep him up to date on everything happening and helped him and our baby come meet me in the hospital room. It was 1am before they arrived, and Terri stayed with me the entire time, even when I was sleeping. Her visit to our home afterward was so thoughtful and helpful, and really encouraged me. I also love the birth story she wrote for our son. She notes details I had no idea about or forgot completely. My husband and I each wrote a birth story from our different perspectives, and we believe the 3 stories will eventually be a valuable gift for our son. I would not hesitate to recommend Terri as a doula to anyone and everyone. You won't regret it. read more

We chose Terri as our doula and could not have been happier with our decision. She was the first doula we met with and we intended on talking to several others, but after meeting her we knew she was perfect! She worked with us to design our ideal birth plan and answered all of our questions. She was always available via phone or text as well. It was so nice to have her at the hospital as an advocate for us, as there were several times when she asked the doctors/nurses questions that we hadn't thought to ask (so we could hear the answers straight from them), and she also asked them to give us time to process the information and to make our decisions without feeling rushed. I feel that without her there, we would not have been as comfortable with the way things needed to be. Even though we didn't have a lot of choice in most of the situations that arose, it was comforting to have someone in our corner to explain things in a different way and to help us see the benefits to each decision, even when they were not what we had initially wanted. She kept returning the focus to my safety and the safety of my baby, which helped ease my fears. Terri's empathy and compassion are definitely genuine, and she helped us be more comfortable throughout the entire process. My husband was initially worried that he would be replaced by her and that he would not get to be as involved as he wanted to be, but that fear quickly went away the first time we met Terri. At the hospital, she did a great job of reading what I needed and suggesting ways that my husband could support me. She thought of things that I didn't even know I needed, and helped to make me as comfortable as possible throughout the entire labor and delivery process. I truly believe she even helped us avoid an emergency C-section by suggesting a different technique/position when what the doctors kept saying was not working for me. After delivery, Terri checked in with us several times before we left the hospital and continued making sure we were doing well once we were at home. She visited us at home and continued to answer questions and offer support for as long as we needed. She even sent us a detailed letter to our daughter describing all of the events from our time at the hospital. This letter will be a treasured keepsake, and it included so many things that I had completely forgotten about in the craziness of those days. I could keep writing forever, but there would never be enough words to describe how supportive she was and how happy we are that we stumbled across her website and were lucky enough to have her there with us on one of the most difficult yet most rewarding experiences of our lives. You will not regret choosing Terri! You will get a wonderful woman to walk with you every step of the way, and probably even a friend for life! read more

We welcomed our baby girl into the world on March 1st and we were blessed to have Terri by our side! We interviewed several doulas and chose Terri because she completely understood and supported my wishes for labor and delivery. My labor was intense and Terri provided endless support and helped me through every contraction. She is knowledgeable and assisted me in making each and every decision. She ensured that my birth plan was followed. She was my cheerleader and provided me with confidence during delivery and when things got tough. She took cherished photos and stayed with us after delivery ensuring all of our needs were met. I would absolutely choose Terri if I had another child! She is the best and we were blessed to have found her! read more

I was put in touch with Terri through another friend who had a great experience with her as her doula. I first met Terri for a FaceTime call and immediately felt at ease around her! My husband and I have endured a lot of pain with infertility and loss and this pregnancy was incredibly scary for me. I was able to text or call Terri any time with questions. We even had a scary incident that happened on Christmas Day and Terri was quick to respond, put me at ease, and affirmed me that it was totally great that I reached out to her! Terri was able to support and champion me as it became clear I was going to need a scheduled c-section for my breech baby. She gave me support to help turn the baby in the weeks leading up but our sweet guy ended up staying breech. Terri helped me develop a beautiful birth plan that ended up being carried out exactly as I envisioned it in the OR and beyond. Even though I didn't labor naturally, having Terri's support throughout the weeks leading up to delivery and after was invaluable. She helped me troubleshoot physical pain and emotional anxieties. Her demeanor is that she is YOUR #1 fan - totally supportive of your hopes and affirms you while speaking up as needed. There were a couple times on the day of delivery where the hospital staff would ask my preference and I was able to have her right there to field the question for me as she knew my wishes and kept a clear head while I was overwhelmed with all that was happening. Whenever I speak with Terri in person or over the phone, I feel like I have a fabulous big sister there to support however she can. We trust her fully! My husband and I can't say enough great things about Terri and our decision to have her be a part of our pregnancy, birth, and postpartum team! read more

We instantly knew Terri was the right doula for us. She came into our home and answered all the questions we had. I felt supported and empowered with her in our corner. She checked in on me and sent words of encouragement often. She walked me through questions to ask our midwives, gave me direction for research, helped me with my birth plan and gave me confidence as a mom even before we had our son. She reminded me I knew my body and my baby best! Terri supported us at the hospital every step of the way! She was in it for the long haul by our side the whole time. My husband felt she gave him the confidence and guidance he needed to support me. She was calm. I needed calm. Without her I would not have had the birth experience I wanted and for that I am forever grateful! Terri also supported me after the birth of our son. She checked on my nursing, supply, healing processes and baby. More than anything I felt Terri was invested in me and my family and that she always had our best interest in mind. I hope to have another baby and we will need her by our side again! You will want her support too. She is the absolute best!!!! read more

It was amazing to work with Terri. I was never hesitant about getting a doula for the birth of my first child because I already understood the importance of have support during birth. My husband was more skeptical due to the cost. When I got to the hospital, my husband was very supportive and helpful but also scared and tired. He realized with gratitude that Terri would be able to help us in ways we had not even anticipated. When Terri arrived it was like a breath of fresh air and we all breathed sighs of relief. She was able to help me to maintain most of my birth plan and peacefully/lovingly bring my son into this world. In the end, my husband agreed that having a doula (especially Terri!) was well worth the cost and that we would not consider a future birth without her! Not only is Terri extremely professional, she is also kind, calm and caring. I felt like I was in good hands throughout my entire birthing experience and highly recommend using Terri as a doula for any birth. read more

Terri was absolutely amazing throughout my pregnancy and labor/delivery!!! She was so incredibly supportive and my husband and I were so thankful to have her by our sides to help us welcome our daughter into this world! read more

I'm so very thankful she was there with our family through this process and would highly recommend Terri to anyone. She was present for the long labor and birth of my firstborn child and was the most amazing support to myself and my husband. Not only did she take the time to get to know my husband and I prior to birth, but she was fully present and supportive during the entire labor and birth process (which was long, I might add!). She knew well what we desired for our birth and helped to work with the midwives, nurses, and doctors to advocate and support our needs. She also kept really great notes of labor and delivery so that I was able to remember parts of the experience that I otherwise would have forgotten about. Now I have an amazing story to share with my daughter. read more

We are so grateful to have stumbled across their website and find Terri! I felt very comfortable with Terri from the first time I met her. We had just moved to CO and I started my search for a doula. Going into my first pregnancy I knew I needed some extra help in addition to having my husband there. I knew I wanted an experienced Doula that could be with me from start to finish. Terri was just that and more! She was very supportive during the pregnancy, labor, and postpartum times. She's very sweet and motherly but also very motivating which is very comforting when you're in a lot of pain! She was instrumental in helping us reach the goal of having a natural delivery without any pain medication. Her relaxation techniques and support helped both my husband and I get through the labor process. I highly recommend Terri because she's very knowledgeable in what she does and is a great support to have during the most important thing a women has to go through. She was also so supportive after we had the baby. Being first time parents can be hard in the beginning. She gave great advice and lots of encouragement. We cannot say thank you enough to Terri for being such a great support! read more

Terri is absolutely amazing, and was so wonderful at the birth of my son. She met with us before and helped us with a birth plan. Though things did not go as planned, she was there every step of the way and gave me confidence in every decision I made. I truly do not believe I could have done it without her. She is definitely in the right field, and has a beautiful soul! read more

Our little girl is now 13 months old and my husband and I still talk about how glad we were to have Terri with us during one of our most important days. Not only was Terri a big help during the birth but she also kept in contact with us before the birth and for months after. With this being our first born my husband and I were not aware of all of our options or even of the right questions to ask. Terri was there for us! She new our goal was to have a water birth and while we could not control everything, baby 12 days late, Terri was able to help coach me and guide my husband so that our birthing plan happened. We couldn't have been more happy and still are with the birth of our first child! Thank You Terri for helping us bring our beautiful baby girl into the world! read more

Terri attended my second birth, a natural delivery after my first birth was an emergency C-section. She helped me be positive and look forward to my daughter's birth with hope and not be deterred by my sons's difficult birth. She was so kind and loving to my family and me. She shared her Christian faith that God would be with us through the birth, which strenghened and uplifted me. She was great at checking in on me through the end of my pregancy, and she listened intently to all our desires and plans, and helped us consider all our options in our prenatal visit. She supported our decisions throughout, including our choice to be induced. She was right with me during labor, breathing with me, giving me tips, doing whatever I asked for help, and cheering me on. She helped me know how I was progressing and what to expect next. She told me when I was doing well and gave suggestions that really helped. She also took photos and videos of labor and the birth, which are treasures! She rejoiced with us when or daughter was born. Her caring postnatal visit was a great chance to synthesize the birth and she also checked up on my well being and relationship with my toddler. She not only helped me have a successful, unmedicated VBAC, but became a dear friend. I would have paid a million dollars for her to be a part of our birth! read more

Choosing Terri as our doula was the best decision. We have interviewed another doula but there was something about Terri and her calm energy that we knew that she was the one. After an initial phone call she met with us at our house twice before the due date. She was very prepared with notes from the previous calls, handouts, questionnaire to find out about our preferences that she could guide us on our journey. She helped us to prepare a birth plan, had recommendations what to ask my doctor and was always available via phone and texts. She was wonderful during delivery, helping me cope with the pain (recommending positions, bringing drinks, cold towel to my neck, hand fan - she had a bag full of various gadgets and was trying what will work with me), got along very well with the nurses and doctors and mainly reassuring me that I was making the right decisions. Terri took great pictures during the labor (I had no idea that she was taking them but was very happy she did). She stayed for about an hour after our baby was born and then stayed in touch for days and weeks after. Terri also wrote wonderful letter to our baby how he came to this world. If we ever decide to have another child, Terri will be our choice again. read more