This was the 1st experience that I ever had using a doula for a birth and I am very very glad that…read moreI did! This was my 3rd child and yet the stress and anxiety that comes over and impending labor and delivery was still there but she helped me talk through the process and talk through what I liked and disliked about my previous births and what I wanted most for this upcoming birth. She had really good questions to help me think and she really helped me go through all of the details of what I hoped for with my birth plan and so she helped me feel more calm than I would have been and it was so so incredibly helpful. When the day of the actual labor came she came in and her presence was so calm and uplifting and excited that I couldn't help but feel more excited and calm myself. As the labor progressed she had really good tips on helping me work through the pain to try to achieve the type of birth that I wanted and she was able to I direct my husband as well to be able to help. I would definitely go with Katrina again because she was just so helpful and kind and happy about everything that I was going through. She had good advice for recovery as well, and was prompt in delivering the encapsulated placenta pills, which she did a great job with! Anyways, I love Katrina! Thank you for a wonderful memorable birth experience!

Katrina was born to be a doula. She was so hands on before, during, and after the birth of our…read moresecond son. She is knowledgeable on techniques to make labor easier and works with you to find a birth plan that is catered to your needs. When the time comes for baby number three, Katrina will be there!

Leila is an incredible doula, yoga teacher, emotional support friend, woman, human, saint...lol…read more There really aren't enough words to describe her but I can try! After interviewing with three Doulas, my husband and I immediately knew that Leila was the one for us. We hired her when I was about five months pregnant and she held my hand both literally and figuratively every step of the rest of the way. Leila's mission is to educate you and help you make the best decisions for your family, to help you navigate the multitude of options available for you as a pregnant woman. She is in your corner no matter where you're giving birth or who you're up against. She knows exactly what you need during birth even if you don't. If you are looking for a Doula who is dedicated, passionate, nurturing, loyal, strong willed, honest, straightforward, and blunt, with a huge heart of gold, Leila is your lady!

I highly recommend all mothers-to-be hire Gina as their birth doula! She is absolutely amazing. We…read morehired Gina early on in our pregnancy to ensure we had as much birth education as possible heading into labor & delivery. Gina's postpartum support is also very valuable. I didn't know what to expect or how I would feel postpartum & Gina helped me navigate it. Additionally, Gina provides an abundance of resources during pregnancy & postpartum so they are always available to you.

Gina saved us! From the moment I got pregnant, I knew I wanted to create a support group to help me…read morein my parenting journey. Gina helped our family during my postpartum, however, she is skilled in these areas Doula, CD(DONA)+Postpartum Doula, CPD +Dancing For Birth, prenatal, postpartum, and so much more! Having gone through the baby blues right after giving birth, although a sad period to start that totally shifted because I had Gina in my corner. Thanks to her stepping in to help with education, hands-on training, resources, and restoring my mental health. I highly recommend her services and I'm looking forward to continue working with her on this parenting journey for a lifetime. Thank you, Gina, you truly are amazing!

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.

My husband and I hired Angela for the birth of our first child, and I could not recommend her…read moreenough. I truly would not want to have another baby without her present. Prior to taking Angela's prep classes, my husband commented on how the role of a doula suits less dominant personalities best, as they require assistance asserting themselves. How wrong he was! We took her comfort in childbirth, infant care and breastfeeding classes, and by the end of the series he told me to ask for her number. Before she even consulted with us we were ready to put a deposit down. Angela met with us a handful of times prior to labor, and then met us in Gainesville (we traveled from Ocala) early in the morning when I went into labor. She stayed with us for our entire 24 hour labor, and guided us through every step. She laid out candles, played music, massaged me for hours, asked for specialty laboring tools and brought some herself, advocated for things I wouldn't have known to ask for, and held my legs as I pushed for hours. Labor was far from an easy experience but I felt supported the entire time because Angela was there to ensure I was taken care of. Following my daughter's birth, she traveled to our home twice to consult me on breastfeeding and proper weight gain. This was invaluable, as my mom was unable to be with me following her birth due to COVID, and I really needed the emotional support. If you're wondering if you should hire a doula or are looking for the right one for you, look no further. You will not regret adding Angela to your care team.

From the husband/father: My primary motivation behind hiring Angela was to ensure that my wife had…read moreas much guidance as possible before, during, and after the birth of our first child. This was especially important to me in the event that I couldn't make it to the hospital (military), having Angela there to coach and reassure my wife was critical. To say that she did amazing would be an understatement. I did make it to the birth and I must say: Hiring Angela was the best money that I've ever spent. She knew everything to do and say at those crucial moments when, let's face it, the husband is clueless. She met with us for coffee a few days prior to labor to go over what to expect, and when to leave for the hospital vs. false alarms. She was very knowledgeable, thorough, and personable. There is no price too high for the assurance and comfort that she provided my wife leading up to labor. During the delivery she arrived just after we did, after midnight. For the next 17 hours she comforted my wife through labor pains with methods that I, and I'm assuming the nurses as well, were totally unaware of. She set a soft mood with little electronic candles, and helped my wife get some much needed sleep. After the delivery she helped us with the nursing, postpartum care, and infant care. She also made recommendations for books, videos etc. that would help us on our new journey. About a week after the delivery she made the 45 minute drive out to our house to check up on us and the baby. Even after labor and delivery, Angela was still able to comfort my wife during the rough first weeks with our son. It was notice from both her and I, after each interaction, how much better and confident she made us feel as new parents. I can't recommend Angela enough and would be willing to vouch for her, and her services at a moments notice. We will be seeking her services again if we have another child, and will recommend to her to any expecting couples that we encounter.

My doula Holly Kaddour was amazing!!!! She was refreshing, supportive and always available to help…read moreand answer my questions. She guided me through the stresses of going from natural in a birthing center to transferring to a hospital, she was a rock through my 30 hr labor! I would highly recommend her for any momma looking for a calm, kind and compassionate birth worker.

Karen L. Was the perfect doula for my first birth. She was the exact presence I needed in addition…read moreto my husband and mom. My mom is usually pretty chaotic and very hovers and Karen balanced her out perfectly with her calm and grounding demeanor. If I wanted someone to worry with me I'd look at me mom and if I needed to forget my worry I looked at Karen. Her face was always peaceful and expected nothing from me. No look of question on her face, just acceptance of the situation and how I was dealing with it. She was very respectful of my religious beliefs and even provided materials related to my faith. One of the quotes she provided actually stuck with me through labor and I'll never forget it. "When my strength runs out, His is only beginning". I would absolutely recommend Karen to anyone who is mostly looking for a grounding and calm presence for their birth experience. Side note: my labor was on the longer side and Karen never complained nor did she look inconvenienced. She was very serving. She also took AMAZING photos of my birth and I get to look at the moment my baby came out. Very thankful.

Tara has been such a blessing to our family from pregnancy through postpartum. Due to COVID 19, our…read morehospital cancelled the breastfeeding education class we were signed up to take. As a first time mom I was so nervous and stressed out by this! Tara was able to offer a virtual breastfeeding education class that even my husband enjoyed. It was such a great feeling to have some baseline knowledge going into motherhood... especially because I have ZERO recollection of my inpatient breastfeeding education (thanks a lot newborn fog ). I'd also highly recommend a postpartum doula visit to any new mom, first time or seasoned! Not only was I able to shower, read a book, and nap- but I also got to learn some of Tara's baby whisperer tips and tricks. I will definitely be recommending Tara to any new moms in my life!

From the owner: We specialize in helping you feel at home in your childbearing year. We know that navigating…read morepregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period can be overwhelming. That’s why we coach families through their childbearing year to help them thrive as a new family. Call to schedule your free coaching session.

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

I was patient at the Birth Place for my first pregnancy. The initial visits were great, I felt…read morecared for. The office was not very up to date and one needs to some tests in other lab facilities. When it was time for my delivery, the midwives who work there, or at least the one who was on call night, I thought I was going I to delivery.. was busy with another delivery and didn't have time to place attention on me. No one came to assist her, and she must have felt exhausted with work that evening. It was clear in the way she responded to my concerns. They sent me to the hospital who didn't receive correct information from them and I had horrible horrible experience. The nurse on hospital broke my water without my consent and they ended up putting me in emergency c section. My worst fears. The birth place did not show any concern, did nor assist while I was there, only they made a phone call to ask questions but not to assist my situation. I felt deserted. The famous midwife whose name is associated with center is no where to be found most of the time, she is busy at seminars and events. I shared my experience with other natural birth moms in the area, and they were horrified at the attention I received. There are much better centers in central Florida. Do yourself a favor and don't take a chance here. From experience, I can say this place doesn't have the care when there is more than one mom who is going into labor. They threw me to the wolves and simply tried to protect themselves.

This was the best choice I have made in my entire life. I received my prenatal care with Jennie, my…read moreson was delivered at her facilities and I also received my postpartum care with their staff. I knew the whole staff on a first name basis (it was nice not to feel like she was some superior being, but instead a woman who delivered children) and they were all beyond friendly and genuinely cared about my pregnancy and my baby. Their staff has gone above and beyond the call of duty and it's a really refreshing thing to see.