I have known Dana for a while now. Crossing paths with her in the birth world and I have always…read moreadmire her calm, reassuring presence. Which is one of the most important quality of a Doula, in my opinion. Recently she guided me through a birth story medicine session, after she took the training with the amazing Pamela England. In all honesty, I have tried several 'things' to heal from my traumatic birth(s) so I was not sure what to expect, but we dove in. She held me in whichever feeling or thoughts came up, observing and guiding me to acceptance in a gentle and loving way. Not only I recommend her as a Doula, but I think her new offerings will be a healing asset for any birth person seeking to come to terms with their birth journey and step forward.

Dana was integral to the birth of our son and we are forever grateful! She thoroughly helped us…read morefeel prepared for our birth and was extremely knowledgable about all the different options that were available. She helped us make a birth plan that felt right for us and was my biggest advocate while at the hospital. She was able to help us carrying out our plan and speak with the nurses when I was unable to. She showed up to my labor with essential oils and spent hours massaging me and positioning me to be more comfortable. After the birth of our son, she came over several times and helped support us. I would never go through a birth without her again. She is full of compassion, kindness, thoughtfulness and knowledge. We cannot recommend her enough!

After experiencing postpartum anxiety with my first son, I knew I wanted things to be different the…read moresecond time around. Having Lexie's support in those early months was an absolute game changer. Her presence was grounding, nurturing, and exactly what I needed during such a tender and transformative time. Lexie helped me prioritize self-care in ways I didn't even know I needed. She created a calming sound bath for me and my baby, prepared beautiful healing foot baths, and would sit with Auggie while I took long, uninterrupted naps (which felt like heaven!). She also supported me with meal prep, grocery runs, and gently helped me navigate the emotional load of transitioning to life with two little ones. What made the biggest difference was how she showed up not just as a helper, but as a true support system. She was a compassionate sounding board as I figured out new routines, set boundaries with visitors, and restructured our family life. Her postpartum care was beyond valuable--it was priceless. I can't recommend Lexie enough. She changed the way I'll remember this postpartum chapter--for the better, and for the rest of my life.

My wife and I were so grateful to have Lexie support us during the birth of our son. She was such a…read morecalming presence for myself who was somewhat scatter brained during the labor. She was so thoughtful on communicating the birthing plan to all the nurses and doctors to really help my wife enforce her vision for the birth. She set the mood and continually checked in if music or lighting needed to be adjusted. She really was able to guide me on ways to help support my wife like certain massage points, holding her, or even just to tell me to rest when I needed it. Her energy is so calming and gentle. It was really easy to have her just jump into such a stressful/painful/beautiful family experience and support not only my wife but me as well.

We used Sanhu after our second baby was born and honestly it was one of the best decisions we made…read more Jy-ah, Samantha and Stephanie were great. They were calm, patient, and knew exactly what to do. They helped with feeding, getting the baby to sleep, and gave us real, practical tips instead of generic advice. That was huge. The communication was easy through WhatsApp and we always felt like we were in good hands. Most importantly, they helped us actually rest and feel confident as parents again. I would recommend Sanhu to any new parents without hesitation

It's hard to put into words just how much Sanhu House means to me and how grateful I am for all the…read moresupport they gave me during my fourth trimester. I'm a mum of three, but this was my first time giving birth in the US, so I was already feeling pretty overwhelmed by everything. Looking back, having my postpartum doula, Tayla, was honestly one of the best investments I could have made. Tayla was with us during the day throughout the first month and cared for me in ways I never could have imagined. She helped get my meals ready, made me endless cups of tea, showed me how to bellybind, prepared the most amazing foot soaks (still my favourite!), and looked after the baby when I needed a break and sometimes even helped with my toddlers! I've never been cared for in this way before, and there's something incredibly special about being able to completely relax and let someone else look after you while you focus on recovering and bonding with your baby. It genuinely makes me emotional thinking about how supported I felt. I'm now nine weeks postpartum and I feel so good, both mentally and physically. It's honestly the complete opposite of how I felt during my previous two postpartums, and I truly believe the support from Sanhu House and their amazing team has played such a huge part in that. I can't recommend Sanhu House highly enough. I have nothing but wonderful things to say about the whole experience, and we already miss Tayla so much!

When I started my journey to motherhood, I wasn't sure what a Doula provided, or if I even needed…read moreone, as it seemed like such a luxury. Having gone through this experience with Rachel made me realize she is the reason I was able to have the birth and postpartum experience that I didn't even know I needed. Not only that, there is no way I could have accomplished what I did without her. She gently guided me along the decision making process, and never made me feel like I "should" choose one way over the other. Rachel gave me the right information and helped me connect to my inner voice so even though I was doing something I'd never done before, I felt confident in my choices as a soon-to-be-mom, and gave my husband and I the tools to advocate for ourselves through the process. She was there for me leading up to my labor. She supported me, held my hand, and offered a calm loving presence during the birth of my son. And she gave me the guidance, love and nurturing that I so needed as a vulnerable new mom figuring it out at home for the first time. The confidence she helped me uncover and connect to in myself as a mother has spilled over into all other parts of my life. The right combination of words doesn't exist that could ever really express the gratitude I feel for having Rachel in our lives during such a transformational experience, but it's safe to say my son, my husband, myself and our dog all view Rachel as a beloved part of our family.

My wife and I initially assumed we didn't "need" a doula; how wrong we were! After experiencing a…read morebirth with Rachel it's impossible to imagine doing it any other way. From the very first meeting we felt an immediate sense of relief. It was no longer just the two of us anxiously staring into the unknown; we knew we had someone in our corner to educate and support us, a guide through this very uncertain time. In our meetings ahead of the birth, Rachel prepped us for the process ahead, all the while listening empathically and guiding us to imagine what we wanted for our birth experience, something we'd barely thought about until that point. When my wife went into labor Rachel came over in the middle of the night, helping her labor at home as long as possible, knowing when it was time to head to the hospital. Throughout the birth Rachel was tireless in the two-person job of supporting my wife, emitting an infectious calm that we all needed (including our nurse!) She also found ways to periodically check in on me, without ever losing attention on my wife and the human being she was birthing. Rachel was also a godsend when she came on to help us through the postpartum: cooking incredible snacks and meals (much healthier than we would've done otherwise,) telling us when we needed rest, helping my wife through her recovery and teaching us how to care for our new tiny dude. We'd put so much attention to the birth itself that we almost underestimated how crucial having support for the weeks to follow would be. And let me tell you: it's crucial! Rachel was incredible throughout and I'd highly recommend her to anyone looking for a calm, empowered birth and postpartum experience.

Julie Ann was my doula for my son's May 2013 birth at Stanford…read more i cannot rave enough about a) having a doula and b) having Julie Ann be that doula! Why? 1) Knowledge & Experience: Julie Ann was extremely knowledgeable about every detail - small or large - regarding birth either in a regular hospital like Stanford or if you choose to do it at home. Julie Ann's advice led me to take measures to encourage my contractions to start after my water had broken, which saved me from needing Pitocin. My OB said if I'd had Pitocin & Epidural, I would not have had the strength to push at the end and would likely have had a c-section. 2) Empathy: Julie Ann has a very empathetic interpersonal style. It's so important you're comfortable with the person helping you deliver. She somehow telepathically knew when I wanted guidance in labor, and when I needed to be left alone to focus on the effort of labor. She also tactfully handled my relatives who were dying to know what was going on. 3) Communication: Julie Ann is really easy to get a hold of (pretty important for a doula!) and overall very responsive over email/phone/text. Thank you Julie Ann for making my birth such a positive, wonderful, dare I say transcendant experience! :)

This is an overdue review. (but with a baby - or two- where do moms find the time to write a…read morereview!?) No matter which doula you hire, I applaud you for looking into doula services because their experience with normal pregnancy births really result in impressive nons-Cesarean birth stats. You are improving your odds that you wont need interventions by partnering with a birthing expert. Julie Ann attended both births of my children (11/2010 & 4/2012) in being a coach to provide the education during pregnancy, instill confidence and recommend books/videos/classes for& about natural birth. My goal was to have a positive experience in birth, so that I would be open to having babies again in the future, and to reduce the chance of postpartum depression. I felt like I got more from her than my money paid for because she actually met for long deep-dives with me to better understand my desires, fears, expectations about (natural) birth and the medical approach alternatives. She was like my therapist! We really explored all of that and she really steered me in the right direction when in the beginning (up to month 6 of my 1st pregnancy) I still was undecided about going natural or not. I'd compare her to a life coach- helping you to achieve what you set your heart on. She is a coach to train you for this marathon of an event, that you don't just walk in for but that you mentally and physically train and prepare for. And her knowledge about Physical Therapy, her Massage skills, and experience in previous births all benefited me. When I was expecting baby #2 I decided at the last minute (week 34) that I might want to have a home birth, but it was too last minute to make the PCP changes with my HMO and I'd have to pay for a lot out of pocket. I consulted with Julie Ann and without even hiring her she gave me sound advice about my options and whether I even needed a midwife (considering how quickly I might deliver #2 baby). She offered me a deal that was just right for me: she would attend my birth as my doula and I would only pay for the hours that she helped me because I skipped all of the pregnancy consultation/meetings. Brilliant!!! This customized approach really met my needs as I really leaned on her once again for her labor massages, coaching breathing techniques, TENs machine, and pushing positions. 1. Definitely get a TENS machine- Julie Ann has her own you can use. 2. Ask about midwifery references if you are not set on having your birth in a normal hospital. 3. If you are on the fence about the price, just think about what an investment this is- for one of the most important events in your life. You could always put 'Doula' on your baby registry and have your friends/family pitch in for it. I have remained close with Julie Ann because you hold someone like a doula so close to you forever - she was instrumental in coaching the birth of my two babies and my natural birth experiences were positive I believe due to the level of support and amount of education she provided me.

It is hard to put into words just how much Jennifer has meant to our family…read more From the very beginning, she made us feel heard, supported, and empowered. Jennifer has an incredible gift for listening to your hopes and helping create a birth experience that honors your wishes while always keeping mom and baby safe. Her guidance, education, hands-on support, and adaptability gave us confidence every step of the way. Whether you're a first-time parent or growing your family, Jennifer meets you with compassion, knowledge, and unwavering encouragement. One of the most special parts of our journey was watching her help prepare our son to become a big brother. She made him feel included and excited to welcome our newest family member. Jennifer created a space where our voices truly mattered especially when they can often feel overlooked in healthcare system. She helped us feel informed, respected, and empowered throughout our entire journey. Now that Jennifer is a midwife, we know even more families will experience the incredible care and advocacy she brings. Jennifer, thank you for helping our family grow and for the lasting impact you have made on our lives. We are forever grateful.

Working with Jen was one of the greatest gifts of our birth experiences (for both myself and my…read morewife). She supported both of us through two births, about two years apart, and each experience was very different (including one with pre-eclampsia and the other with heart rate decels). Her ability to meet each of us exactly where we were, with such calm, confidence, and care, was remarkable. We trusted her completely. From our first phone call, it just felt right. Jen is a powerful advocate for her clients and brought a steady, reassuring presence that allowed us to feel safe, informed, and deeply supported. Her care extended far beyond labor and delivery. Her prenatal and postpartum home visits were incredibly helpful, especially as she guided us through preparing our older child for siblinghood, and she always made us feel seen as a whole family. We also loved how intentional she is about building community among her clients, helping families feel connected to one another and supported beyond their individual journeys. Her work is deeply equity-centered, and as an LGBTQ+ family, having affirming care was incredibly meaningful to us. We are so grateful to have had Jen alongside us during such transformative moments and would recommend her without hesitation to anyone looking for compassionate, affirming, and truly exceptional birth support (especially for those whose journeys end up looking differently than initially planned)!

Tnah is a very special soul and I am so glad she was a part of my postpartum care…read more Her meals are absolutely delicious and filled with love. I had a traumatic post c-section experience and her food was something I could really look forward to in the long days of healing. I 10000000% recommend her for any postpartum services. She was so accommodating with my special circumstances and even delivered food to the hospital when I went back for surgery. It was a light amidst a very difficult time. Everything she does is with the sweetest warmest love.

I've had the pleasure of having Tnah encapsulate all three of my children's placentas over the last…read more4 years. She's been amazing and goes the extra effort (she came at 4am to pick up for one of the births!). She also makes soups which are very tasty and nourishing during those first few weeks post-partum. She's very knowledgeable in her field and has always been supportive of all things motherhood related. I recommend her to any mother-to-be.

You will not find a more nurturing and loving soul than Jessica. She takes care of you mind, body,…read moreand spirit and is a natural with both mama and baby. It would be a blessing to be able to entrust her with your family, your health as she truly takes care with her whole heart. I can't say enough good things.