Maggie was recommended to us from a mutual friend, and we could not be more grateful of the care…read moreand calm she provide for us. Our meetings leading up the the birth were so comfortable and nurturing. She has this way about her that you feel like you are in the most capable hands while also having the freedom and flexibility to choose your own birth journey. She helped us choose a birth education class was truly life changing. Because of this, we were able to have the birth we hoped for-- loving, safe, and free from fear. She made my husband feel like an integral part of the process and answered all of our questions with confidence and humility. On the big day her ability to remain calm, focused, and compassionate made all the difference in the world. Due to the fast pace of our birth, Maggie ended up driving us in her car and remained our rock during the whole process. It is an amazing feeling to trust someone, like Maggie, with the most important thing you've ever done. It was so special sharing our birth with her and we felt so incredibly supported. She seamlessly allowed my husband and I to have the most intimate experience, all the while keeping tabs on everyone in the hospital room to ensure our birth plan was followed. She was so willing to provide such loving care of me during times that were extremely vulnerable but did so in a way that let feel physically and emotionally safe. She rubbed my back, she calmed my husband, she fed us, she captured our first photo as a family and so much more. A few days after we returned home, she came over for a visit. We all laughed an reminisced about the birth as if we were old friends. We can honestly say that our birth experience was so beautiful and loving and Maggie was an integral part in all of it. She will always have a special place in our hearts for bringing our amazing baby to us in such a wholesome and wonderful way.

My husband and I chose Maggie as our Doula for our first baby. At first, I was on the fence about…read morehiring a Doula and thought we could handle this on our own, just my husband and I. However looking back, it was one of the best decisions we made for our pregnancy and labor journey. It was just nice to have that additional support, a third eye, and relief for my husband so he could simply be by my side and support me. Maggie is very knowledgeable in all things pregnancy and birth. During my pregnancy, I had a peace of mind knowing I could contact Maggie with any questions that came up! She had great resources on various topics that I had questions about. She was just a text away and was quick at responding and being available. She is also a yoga instructor (including prenatal) and carries a very relaxed and calm vibe, which we really appreciated. She has a kind and warm temperament and is also confident and assertive when needed. My family is a bit of a drive away and my husband had to work during my 9th month of pregnancy so it was really nice to know I could call Maggie if I went in to labor at any time and she would come be with me. During labor, she helped me with various labor techniques and positioning to help labor progress. She reminded us to stay hydrated and helped set the mood for a wonderful birth, she helped me achieve the birth I desired. Between Maggie and my husband, they worked together to help me through one of the most difficult things I have ever done and it was very comforting to have them there knowing exactly what I needed in the moment. She was there before, during and after my pregnancy and labor and overall was a great support systems for us. The investment was truly worth it! I would recommend Maggie to any one of my loved ones who is looking for a Doula.

I have to say I can't imagine anyone saying Eve is anything but absolutely amazing. Eve is the best…read moreLC I have ever met in my life. I am going to be an LC by her inspiration. I do admit my breastfeeding experience with my son was not a difficult one. What was difficult was to keep breastfeeding, working and school. That being said, I was going to stop breastfeeding my son after 5 months and went to Eve for a consult. i had been having trouble keeping my milk up and was fed up. She told me what to do to get my milk moving more and talked me into doing it for at least a year. Well, my son is 2 now and I just stopped breastfeeding him. I'm so glad I did. She inspires me to help mothers in the way she helped me. My relationship with my child is better because of her. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Still fabulous! I came back here 3 months later and not only did Eve remember me, she was as…read morehelpful as ever. Once again, I was having issues with my baby nursing and Eve instantly knew what the problem was and gave me instant solutions. I came to the free breastfeeding class this time and she treated me with as much attention as if I was in a private session. Thanks to Milkmade at Home, my baby and I are off and running again!

Olivia helped me and my wife bring our beautiful baby girl into this world, and we are forever…read moregrateful. As a dad who didn't know much when we first reached out to Olivia, (I was truly surprised at how much I didn't know), but that was okay, because Olivia was there to help. My wife gave birth at home with our midwife, and Olivia helped us create our custom birth plan, which she even gave to our provider, and even went over it with her to make sure our midwife knew what we wanted for our birth. My wife was struggling to make it through labor pains, but Olivia was there the whole time to tell her that she was strong enough mentally and physically and encouraged her every step of the way, she helped my wife stay as calm as possible. Olivia also helped me with what to do for my wife during labor and she was able to give me multiple much needed breaks. Basically, Olivia not only helped my wife, she also helped me! We are so blessed to have had her as our doula and will book her again for our future births. Thank you so much again Olivia! Pictured is our beautiful baby girl Caroline that Olivia helped us deliver, she took this pic of me and my new little girl!

Melissa is a great inspiration to me! She is a fellow birth doula and also a lover and supporter…read moreof new mamas! She is so passionate about what she does and it is infectious! I've heard rave reviews about her birth doula care from many mamas. She's a wonderful advocate and cheerleader for what you want out of your birth! She's always energetic and in a great mood! I've seen her balance lots of things and always keep her cool. That takes talent. She's great under pressure! Besides being great labor support, she is pretty much the queen of baby wearing education in San Diego county! She offers private consultations and can l teach you how to wrap and wear your baby (or babies!). She is awesome with twins. You've got to see her magic! She is a great postpartum support person as she has so many tricks up her sleeve including belly binding, vaginal steam baths, breastfeeding eduction and much much more!

There is so much uncertainty when it comes to delivery which is why we decided to find a doula. I…read morewanted a natural delivery with no epidural and no induction. I didn't know who was going to be on call, but it was nice to know we had an experienced doula/friend guaranteed to help us through it. Melissa is kind, happy and very patient. My labor took much longer than we had hoped for and she was by my side for over 12 hours straight! She kept in touch with us for weeks after birth and helped me learn how to use the Mei Tai baby carrier which was so helpful. My husband also really liked having her expertise and advise. She not only helped me but helped him support be along the way.

Beth was a godsend…read more We started having her when our daughter was two month. I had this feeling that I could rely on her immediately. She is such a loving and caring person who cares for your baby as her own child. I can ask her anything about babies. She told us we can contact her anytime and knowing that there's somebody there for you with no judgments is HUGE for a first time mama. After a month, our baby started to sleep better and no longer needed her help. Even so she'll check in with us and we are still in touch. I highly recommend Beth to all the moms out there who need help!!

I hired Beth to support my husband and I with our first child. She stayed with us overnight when we…read morearrived home from the hospital. Due to the pandemic, many newborn and breastfeeding classes were not available and being new parents without family near, we knew we needed help. She was incredibly knowledgable and taught me the basics of breastfeeding and our sons cues. Breastfeeding was more complicated than I realized, and the knowledge she shared may not have been available in a classroom setting as every baby and momma is different. In addition she worked with us a during the day and helped me while in those critical first few weeks of the 4th trimester. She shared knowledge on baby basics (which nipple to use for bottles and how to clean them properly, tools my husband could use for soothing a baby, best lighting for night time feedings, etc.). She stayed very busy while with us and helped with baby-related chores, such as laundry, and encouraged us to relax while she watched over our son. Beth gave us the confidence we needed to care for our son and is a master at swaddling and soothing babies! She even sang him lullabies in Portuegese - which was incredibly adorable!

As a dad-to-be, I wasn't exactly sure what to expect going into a hypnobirthing class. If I'm being…read morehonest, I was a little skeptical at first--"hypno" anything sounded a bit out there to me. But I signed up to support my wife, and I'm really glad I did. This class completely changed how I see birth and my role in it. Instead of feeling like a bystander, I walked away feeling informed, useful, and actually confident in how I can support my wife during labor. The techniques we learned--breathing, relaxation, visualization--aren't just for moms. I found myself using them too, and they've already helped us both stay calmer leading up to the big day. What stood out most was how much emphasis was placed on teamwork. I learned specific, practical ways to advocate for my wife, help her stay relaxed, and create a positive environment no matter how the birth unfolds. It made me feel like an active participant instead of just "the guy in the room." The instructor, Care, was very knowledgeable, approachable, and never made any question feel silly. She made the classes very comfortable and even pretty funny at times. The class also struck a great balance between education and hands-on practice, so it didn't feel like we were just sitting through lectures. If you're a partner on the fence about taking a hypnobirthing class--do it. Even if you're skeptical like I was, you'll come away with tools, confidence, and a much deeper understanding of what your partner is going through. Honestly, it's one of the best things we've done together to prepare for becoming parents.

I gave birth a couple months ago, and decided to go through Care's Hypnobirthing class, and also…read moreuse her for my placenta encapsulation, and I can't recommend her highly enough! From the very first class, it was clear that Care is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about empowering expectant parents. Her approach to hypnobirthing and breathing techniques was not only informative but also calming and reassuring for both me and my partner. We completed it feeling much more prepared and confident for the birth experience ahead. Care provided a wealth of resources, ensuring we had everything we needed to make informed decisions about our birthing plan. She was always responsive to our questions, both during the classes and even after the birth, which made a world of difference in our journey. It's rare to find someone who continues to support you even after the classes are over. Overall, the entire experience with Care was amazing. Her warmth, expertise, and dedication to her clients truly set her apart. If you're looking for guidance and support in your birth preparation, look no further than Care Messer at the Birth Education Center!

I wasn't able to nurse when our baby was newborn and she seriously helped us to make nursing…read morepossible when I wasn't sure it would be. We FaceTimed and I was skeptical about it working since this is kind of a hands on kind of thing, but my it totally worked. Don't think twice about calling her if you are having any nursing issues at all- I highly recommend!!!

I highly recommend Doula Kate! She has been an excellent resource during my prenatal and postnatal…read moreexperiences! Without going into too much into detail, I am new to the San Diego area and had a high-risk first pregnancy, which led my husband and I to think of the possibility of getting a doula. We interviewed many doulas since I am very indecisive, but once I met Kate, I knew she was the one. Kate did not disappoint! She was always available, respectful, patient, knowledgeable, informative, supportive, and very easy to work with during my birthing process. We would not have had such a positive experience without Kate. Again, without any reservations, I would highly recommend doula Kate, she is a hidden jewel to all soon-to-be moms!

I cannot recommend Doula Kate enough!  When planning for the birth of our first baby, my husband…read moreand I hoped to find a doula with whom we felt comfortable and whose confidence would give us strength through the experience.  Kate was all this and so much more.  She provided thorough and meaningful support in the months leading up to our baby's birth through visits, talking us through various anxieties, and connecting us with resources that fit our birth plan and philosophies.  When the unexpected happened (my water broke at 35 weeks), even though she had just attended the birth of another baby hours before, Kate dropped everything to be by our side.  Very little about the birth of our son went according to our plan.  We were required to navigate decisions we had never expected to need to make.  Kate was incredibly instrumental in this process by helping us research these questions  and being a calming, kind, and gracious presence in the room. The labor was long and difficult.  Kate stood next to my husband for hours and hours, reminding me of the techniques we had practiced, helping to relieve pain through positioning and deep breathing, reminding us of our priorities and goals, and supporting my husband as he supported me.  My cousin, an ER nurse who was also in the birth room, told me that after watching Kate assist me through labor, she believes everyone should have a doula! After our son was born, Kate stayed with us to help us navigate our first attempts at breast-feeding and bonding.  She even came back to the hospital the next day to pick up the placenta and bring it to the encapsulator. When we finally were able to bring baby home, Kate made another home visit, bringing food, resources, and a lot of encouragement.  I was especially grateful for her suggestions of people to help us work through residual trauma from the challenges that were part of our baby's birth.  This kind of thoughtfulness and anticipation is simply how she operates.  I am so thankful we had Kate as our doula; hire her!