Our experience with Sheri has been amazing! Her classes are so informative and she takes the time…read moreto answer your personal questions. She is very responsive. We even set up a call with her afterwards and she was flexible enough to schedule a personal zoom class for us around our schedule. She gave us a bunch of tips to help with our journey. She also has a vast network of professionals and that helped us find our pediatrician and other resources that we needed. We highly recommend her services.

Sheri was an absolute blessing to our family! Sheri was my labor doula, but it didn't stop there…read more First, as soon as we told her we would like to have her as our doula, she had her phone on her 24/7 to answer any questions I had about my last few weeks of pregnancy. From ways to naturally induce labor, questions about certain pregnancy symptoms, and concerns about labor, she was there to help me to prepare for my upcoming labor and delivery of my son. Sheri was with me throughout my entire 33 hours of labor. She practically turned my labor room into a spa! With aromatherapy, LED candles, relaxing music and essential oils, she made my room so comfortable and serene! She tended to my needs during the entire labor. She used massage, imagery and breathing techniques to get me through every contraction and obstacle in labor. Her experience as a labor and delivery/postpartum nurse also helped to give me piece of mind since she also had the medical background and knowledge to understand everything going on between the medical professionals. She was able to explain to me things I didn't understand, offer suggestions, and be an advocate for me when it came to my nurses and the entire health care team. After the birth of my baby, Sheri continued to go above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of. She visited me at the hospital the day after the baby was born and brought me lactation cookies and padsicles (frozen maxi pads with aloe vera and witch hazel... AMAZING!!!), she visited me at my home when I was having issues with breastfeeding, and when I mentioned something about wanting to wear a Moby wrap, she told me she had some loner wraps and brought me one to my home. I could text her anytime of the day with a question or concern and she would respond very quickly. The only way I can truly describe Sheri is by saying she is seriously an angel. Her calm demeanor, her soothing voice, her graciousness, gentleness, sincerity, patience and love for her job make her someone you just want to be around, especially during this very intimate time in your life. My husband and I HIGHLY recommend Sheri to anyone looking for a labor or postpartum doula. We don't know how we would have done it without her. She will be a special person in ours and our son's life forever.

I cannot speak enough praise about Tiffany Alblinger. The support we received before during and…read moreafter our birth was, and still is, invaluable. She is kind, knowledgable, supportive, reassuring and an overall pleasure to be around. I felt totally comfortable with her from the first meeting on and I feel like we will always have a bond with her because she helped us bring our beautiful baby into the world. We planned a Bradley birth which she completely supported and, during our first few meetings, was instrumental in encouraging me find a care provider who would help me realize my goal of going unmedicated. Without her gentle encouragement I know my prenatal care and childbirth would have been much different. During the labor she offered wonderful words of encouragement along with experienced advice which helped me to understand what was happening with my body all while supporting my husband as he supported me. After the birth of our son, she stayed with us for the first few hours and helped with everything, from breastfeeding to helping me use the restroom (which is terrifying the first time) and she even gave me a very welcomed foot massage. She also came and visited us a few days after my sons birth, just to say hi, talk about the birth, and offer a helping hand around the house. She also made herself very available for questions or just to talk from our first meeting until now! My husband and I (along with our baby!) would highly recommend Tiffany as a doula!

Tiffany Alblinger is a Godsend! I used to think doulas were like a midwife's assistant and were not…read morereally necessary. However, after some encouragement from a friend, my husband and I decided to meet with Tiffany. I knew immediately that she was someone I wanted at my labor. Tiffany has amazing energy and a very calm spirit. Having a doula meant everything to us as Tiffany prepared us before the event and stayed with us as long as I needed her. One of the things I loved about having a doula is she gave my husband incredible confidence and support. We both felt prepared and excited before having our son. Do to some health issues, I ended up giving birth in the hospital. Tiffany was a rock for both my husband and myself. If it wasn't for her, I would have gone to the hospital many times before I needed to. She answered all of my calls and texts and was right there with me when I was ready to go to the hospital. I was already 8 cm when we arrived! I could go on forever, but I will end this by saying every pregnant woman should have the individual support of a doula. Meet with one and see, like I did, if it is an option for you.

Annie oversaw my prenatal and postpartum care for my first baby! We also did child birth classes…read morewith her. I can't say enough of her wisdom and nurturing. She is so down to earth, but still professional. She is confident and capable to handle high stress situations. She is also a fabulous massage therapist! You will be in wonderful hands with Annie Higdon. Don't wait, interview her today and find out for yourself!

Annie is amazing! She is so incredibly knowledgeable. She helped me so much through my first…read morepregnancy, birth and postpartum. Her class is fun and very informative. I highly recommend it especially for first time parents. Annie is the best healthcare provider I have ever worked with! She truly seems to love her job and helping people.

My husband and I joined Melissa's birthing class for our first baby, and she made us feel so much…read moreease with the process of giving birth. She is super knowledgeable, full of tips and tricks, and so warm and welcoming. We would do this class again in a heartbeat! Highly highly recommend!

My husband and I are expecting our first baby and are glad we found Melissa. We hope to have a…read morenatural birth and her classes have made us more comfortable with that idea. We were able to learn many different positions for labor, nutrition facts, and techniques for a pain free labor. We would highly recommend her class!

My experience with Katharine was extremely knowledgeable and significant for my labor process…read more I did not plan on getting a doula and was hesitant too, I regularly was afraid I would be annoyed with someone else in my personal space during this time, I expressed that to Katharine and she was as hands off or on as I wanted. Me and my husband regularly asked her a LOT of questions and she always met us with knowledge, or shared studies of all ends of the spectrum to help us make an informed decision. At one point we asked for affirmations with verses and if she had any, and within a week we had a full packet of them she put together for us! Katharine was SO amazing to putting together our birth plan, from phrasing things correctly and editing it to ensure the hospital knew exactly what we wanted, and once at the hospital she was very direct with the staff on what we were striving for. We weren't alone in all of our goals and desires. During labor she was no nonsense, got RIGHT down to whatever needed to be done. From shaking me to setting the mood during labor to holding my hand and grabbing my granola bars. During the day of laboring she walked with us and guided us in every step and I'm extremely grateful for her and her assistance in bringing my son into the world! Katharine helped me prepare and be able to have a non medicated and quick labor, and truly we feel like she was an invaluable part of the process for our family!

From the owner: Embark on the transformative journey of pregnancy and childbirth with Gem of the Valley Doula…read moreServices by your side. Committed to providing personalized support, advocacy, and empowerment, Gem of the Valley Doula Services embraces the precious journey of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum with nurturing care and compassion. Creating a sense of calm and confidence, the steady presence of Gem of the Valley Doula Services offers emotional, physical, and evidence-based support, ensuring you feel empowered every step of the way. Experience birth with ease—doula, please!

My husband and I took Maggie's 5 week childbirth class, while expecting our 1st child. She made the…read moreclass VERY fun and informative that the 3 hours went by quickly. There was so much we didn't know and the knowledge she provided to us was so beneficial. We were able to use the techniques she taught us while in labor, and verbalizing our opinions with choices that came up at the hospital. I would definitely recommend this class to anyone..first time moms and even for parents who need a tune up. We looked foward to going to all the classes and were sad to see it come to an end after 5 weeks. Thanks again Maggie for your teachings!!

Maggie was my doula for both my kids and I'm so thankful and grateful she was a part of my journey…read moreinto motherhood. She helped me through one of the most challenging and most physically painful experiences of my life. And we did it with lots of laughs and inappropriate jokes because that's the best way to get through pregnancy, labor and birth.

Nicole was fantastic to work with. We had a unique situation and she was willing to work with us…read more Throughout the pregnancy Nicole was there for us when we had questions, supported and helped us build a birth plan and prep work to support, she had referrals for specialists we might have needed, we felt ready to go into birth empowered. During delivery Nicole was amazing helping keep us educated of what was happening, advocating with staff and helping make sure our birth plan was followed. Postpartum she was and has been there to answer questions and has been an invaluable resource. Thank you Nicole!

I had such a wonderful experience with Nicole! From the very beginning, she was so easy to talk to…read moreand took the time to explain the entire process, which made me feel comfortable and informed. Her prices are very reasonable, and her communication throughout everything was excellent. She even delivered my placenta pills right after I got home from the hospital, which was incredibly convenient during such a busy postpartum time. I also love that she's local to the Coachella Valley and truly cares about her clients. I highly recommend her services to any expecting or postpartum mom looking into placenta encapsulation!

Oh my gosh, where do I start? Nicole is simply amazing. Amazing human, amazing energy, amazing…read moresupport and amazing educator! My hubby and I learned so much from Nicole and her Bradley method classes. We were so comfortable and at ease in Nicole's presence that we chose (and were fortunate enough that she was available!) to work with her as our Doula for the birth of our first baby in my Hospital delivery just 2 weeks ago. Having Nicole by our side was not only the best decision we made to help ensure we made it through to the end unmedicated, but it also helped both of us stay at ease while navigating different scenarios that played out as my labor progressed. I can't speak enough about having an amazing birth team around during pregnancy, labor and delivery and I will always get to look back on the birth of my daughter as a really beautiful day and event and we have Nicole to thank as a huge part of that. If nothing else, please attend the birth school! My friend and client implored me to and I'll never be able to thank her enough! Now I want to pay that forward to every mama I can! :)

Nicole's passion, empathy, and knowledge are unmatched. My fiancé and I did group classes with our…read morefriends who are also expecting in August. It's safe to say we entered into class feeling anxious and unsure about many different aspects of pregnancy, birth, and labor. After one class with Nicole we felt so heard, seen, and over all more calm. These feelings continued through each class accompanied by well thought-out and communicated curriculum about all things pregnancy/birth/postpartum. My fiancé and I were bummed when our classes were complete because Nicole truly facilitated such a beautiful & safe space for us to be in during a vulnerable time. I cannot recommend her and her services enough.