Gina is very experienced and knowledgeable with all things birth! Pre- during- post.. she has guided me through 2 pregnancies and I am so grateful. I took her blissborn online class since I am not in Florida and highly recommend it for anyone in any circumstance, as the skills can be applied even if you do not do a natural birth. It made me more excited and confident rather than anxious and doubtful! Who wouldn't want that? Thank you Gina! read more

I just gave birth to my second baby girl and I couldn't have done it without Gina. I didn't have her by my side for my first birth and it was beyond traumatic. This time I decided I needed a Doula and I am so glad I chose Gina. She coached me and my husband through the contractions and was a calm, safe presence for me throughout my labor and delivery, as well as throughout my pregnancy. She listened to my desires, and I couldn't be happier with the way my birth turned out this time. I felt safe and supported the entire time and it was overall soul-healing for me after my first traumatic birth experience. Thank you so much Gina and first light Doula services for being there for me and helping bring my beautiful baby girl into the world. If we have a third baby, I'll definitely be calling Gina right when I find out I'm pregnant to secure her again! read more

One year later and I am still in love with my birth story and how peaceful my birth was. This could not be possible with Gina & the Blissborn classes. I am so thankful to have had Gina by my side throughout labor delivery and the weeks/months leading to the birth of our sweet boy. I continue to rave about my experience when I speak to expecting moms read more

If I could only give 10 STARS! I have used Gina as my doula in my home birth and it was the best decision I made as a mother to be, a wife and a woman. Gina has provided me with confidence, comfort, security, information, a sense of ease during the labor time. She studied what makes me feel good before the labor and then applied her experience, knowledge and what fitted me personally at the time of birth. When I called Gina, telling her that I'm going into labor she came without hesitation, she did not "took her time", and even though she was about 50 min drive away, it felt like she was there faster. My labor took quite a while, she was fueling her self, and taking care of the rest of us as well. After the labor she didn't leave us until she made sure that I feel perfectly comfortable, that I'm clean, and nourished, she washed all the towels and clothes from the blood and folded them back into my closet. I was SHOCKED to see her level of service and I didn't even expected it! It was overwhelming and I have never seen this level of standards. She is extraordinary in her level of commitment. I also took Ginas hypnobirthing course which was led in a very small group and with plenty of adjustments for each couple to go by how they believe a home birth should be for them. Gina will lead you into the experience your looking forward to have or she will recommend and inspire you into a way that you may have not think about. She has the perfect balance of the person that is assertive enough to take charge on the labor procedure and also to let go when the mother is asking to do it her way. What else can you ask for?? I was so un happy to read one negative review that I found over Gina and I couldn't believe that this can actually happen, but I also know that sometimes people are looking to blame the unfortunate situation that they experience on someone else.. not taking responsibility and that's a shame! Using Giana services will bring you to the labor that you want. That's my promise. Also, I didn't use Gina for my second labor because of what she tout me in my fists pregnancy, I felt so confident to give birth to my second baby all by myself with my husband- that's how powerful what she teaches. Also, she took beautiful videos and pictures of the birth without even letting me know which ended up being the best memory I have from my birth.. and I had a professional photographer that I hired, but Ginas videos were amazing, I'm so grateful for that, she has all of this benefits (other than just tell you how to breath!) Thank you Gina! Your an angel. read more

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I had a great experience through my pregnancy, birth and post partum phase with Gina. She's professional, knowledgeable, skillful, resourceful, experienced, caring, kind, understanding, patient and reliable. She's not only a doula but also a Blissborn instructor (Preparation class for birth based on hypnotherapy), craneosacral practitioner amongst other skills and gifts. Gina helped me prepare mentally, emotionally and physically for my home birth in water. She was always responsive whenever I had an enquiry and she was accesible except when she was attending a birth, of course :) When I went into active labor, my husband called her and she showed up within 20min. As a lactation consultant I have received invaluable support and advice from her as I had to navigate some challenges with breastfeeding my baby. I can confidently call her the breastfeeding ninja for her skills in lactation. Having her with me throughout labor was incredibly helpful, she helped me to stay calm and confident, I found strength through her confidence; she knew when to call the midwife, she guided my husband in what needed to be set up in our bedroom for the water birth. Having Gina as my doula was a decision that I will never regret. As a first time mom, I didn't know the importance of having a doula until a friend of mine whom I trust insisted that I hire one. Gina was recommended to me from two different sources which was a sign to me that she was the one. read more

My baby nearly died and had to be resuscitated because of both Gina and my midwife's lack of good judgment and professionalism. I had worked really hard to offer my child what I thought would be the most loving and peaceful birth. What was supposed to be the most beautiful day of my life turned into the worst nightmare I could ever have lived!! Not only they failed us but our lives were put at risks and we are still recovering. I will forever regret putting my trust in her and wish I had never crossed her path and used her services. read more

Gina is an amazing doula! She is so kind and positive. I had a HBA3C and Gina made it possible. I was determined but she believed in me. I can't thank you enough. She was taking pictures the whole time and coaching my husband on ways to comfort me. She's the best! read more

Where do I begin! From the first time my wife and I met with Gina, she brought such an wonderful calm and confident energy to my wife's pregnancy for her planned home birth. Gina provided all the necessary information and programs we could implement to prepared for a successful birth. It was truly a lifestyle change and worth it! Gina was always their to answer questions and Gina was always their to assist. With Gina's expertise, I couldn't have been a better birthing partner and couldn't have asked for a better doula to be their when my wife needed her most. She always brought such great energy and we couldn't have done it without her. During my wife's early labor Gina was available to coach my wife through the process and when it was go-time, Gina was their. It was truly a life-changing experience and I am forever grateful for what Gina did for my wife and family. I highly recommend Gina and First Light Doula Services! read more

If you're expecting a baby, you want a doula. Our family was so blessed to have Gina as our doula with our second child's homebirth. She's so knowledgeable, experienced and truly passionate about and committed to giving families the best birthing experience possible. Gina has a very calming voice and presence which is ideal for a positive birth experience. She also teaches Blissborn hypnosis for birthing (highly recommend); is trained in Spinning Babies which is super helpful in getting babies to an ideal birth position before and during birth; and is a La Leche League leader with years of experience breastfeeding herself as well as helping other mamas through any breastfeeding difficulties. Gina is your go-to for birth - She is an amazing birth photographer (check out her work on her website) and provides placenta prints, encapsulation, tinctures, and Bengkung belly binding which helped my belly get back to a pre pregnancy state within weeks. I can't say enough about the amazing experience we had with Gina, she will always hold a place in our family. If you're looking for a doula - don't wait to contact Gina - she's hands down the best! read more