Emily was such a gem to work with! I found her during my early pregnancy for prenatal massage but she was the best masseuse I've had before and I've had A LOT of massages in my life. I would see Emily every 2 - 3 weeks throughout my pregnancy which was so needed. I ended up hiring her as our birth doula and she was amazing. She was thoughtful in her approach, meeting with us multiple ties to discuss the birth plan and making sure we felt comfortable. During my labor, it was so helpful to have her over at our home before the hospital, supporting me but also my husband. She was a calm, soothing voice throughout my labor that REALLY helped me get through the intense natural labor that I had. She also had various massage and pressure techniques that was helpful. I was happy to return to Emily's massages postpartum! I highly recommend Emily to anyone who is looking for a doula or masseuse during your pregnancy! read more

I went to Emily for prenatal massages and I couldn't be happier. I originally thought I would just get one massage to treat myself, but after the first one I knew that I wanted (and needed) more to get me through my whole pregnancy - I had really bad hip and lower back pain throughout and the massages were very helpful to relieve that discomfort. Emily is very calm and thorough. She asks questions about everything (not just what part of your back or shoulders you want worked on) - she asks about your pregnancy, concerns, how work is going, etc. I think she could sense how stressed out I was sometimes and she always made sure the massage room was comfortable and quiet and relaxing. She is great at reading people that way and figuring out what they need for each appointment. I looked forward to this hour with Emily every few weeks soooo much. She was also very flexible with me - which I definitely appreciated. There were a couple times I needed to reschedule my appointments (baby brain sometimes made me double book myself - opps!). It was never an issue with Emily - she always accommodated my requests to change appointments and she always responded right away so I wasn't left worrying about the answer to my request. You definitely should get massages for yourself throughout your pregnancy (you deserve it!) and you absolutely should have Emily for those massages. I can't recommend her enough! read more

Where do I even start?! Emily is not only an amazing Doula but she's also an excellent massage therapist. I was lucky to have Emily as our Doula for the birth of my son in November 2017. My husband and I knew from the moment we met her that we wanted her to be a part of our birth support team. She is kind, calm and confident in her abilities. I received a couple prenatal massages and wish I had more because it was the most relaxed I've ever felt! She creates a very peaceful atmosphere and you leave feeling so refreshed. As a doula, she is incredibly knowledgeable about the birth process and shares so much valuable information and tips to prepare parents for labor. She demonstrated different positions that could be helpful during labor and exercises to help baby get into the best position. Our prenatal appointments made my husband and I feel very well prepared for a homebirth. I had a long labor and Emily was there when we needed her which was quite a long time. She provided so much support by doing hip squeezes and applying pressure to my lower back. I'm almost certain that we would not have achieved a homebirth without Emily's support. Emily also made postpartum visits which I enjoyed. She even connected us with amazing resources when my son had trouble latching. She provided support and encouragement via phone and text throughout the entire time. Although I don't have any other doulas to compare Emily to, I can just tell that she is one of a kind and would recommend her to any mom, homebirth, birth center or hospital, she will be amazing! read more

If you want the best energy in your pre or post baby life, go to Emily! Not only is she exceptionally skilled in what she does, but it is so, so important to have a therapist/doula that is calm, confident, & understanding. Her #1 goal is to support you on this motherhood journey & she is never overbearing with opinions. I had her both for prenatal massages and as a doula. Child birth is such an intimate experience and I never felt awkward having her with me for this life altering event. My husband was very grateful to have her support as well. No matter how long your labor may be, she is in it for the long haul and positive all the way. I regularly recommend her to friends and a friend of mine recently hired her as a postpartum doula for her twins & continues to use her as a support system. We regularly discuss how incredible her energy is to both mama and baby(ies)! read more

Emily is excellent with bodywork! I got a massage from her and it was so unbelievably relaxing. She could read my body and already knew to target specific muscles. After one of her massages I feel like I have much more mobility. She is so knowledgable and calming. I am already setting up a few more appointments! read more

I was full term and went in for a prenatal massage hoping it would kickstart my labor. The massage felt SO good (how come I didn't do this earlier?!?) AND I went into to labor on my way home, with baby girl in my arms 11 hours later. read more

Emily is one absolutely amazing prenatal massage therapist, birth doula, and postpartum doula! I will always have her be my doula, if its possible, and she will always hold a very special place in our hearts. She has a wonderful calming and reassuring presence. I hired her very close to my due date because I suddenly realized that I didn't really know what to expect during labor and delivery, and was scared. When we met she asked thoughtful questions and listened in a way that I felt like she was someone who was empathetic, confident, experienced, client-centered, and flexible. I had two prenatal massages with her and they were both wonderful. Her space is so relaxing, comforting, and inviting. And she adapts her massage to your specific needs. I was so relaxed I fell asleep both times. We had two prenatal meetings before the birth and she provided excellent paperwork to help me and my husband prepare for the day. It helped us to examine what our expectations were and think about things we hadn't even considered, such as what I needed postpartum. She sat with us and listened, letting us ask all our questions and express all our worries and concerns. During the labor and delivery Emily stayed with me for the entire duration, even when my labor was not really progressing. She had many alternative ways to encourage the contractions and helped me feel empowered to advocate for myself in regards to my birth plan, as the nurses were coming fairly often to tell me that I needed to get pitocin to hurry things along. She had such a gentle way about her, and also a real strength, which I drew upon, especially in the last stages of the labor. I remember her words and her confidence and how they gave me courage to continue when I didn't think I could keep going. After the birth, she checked up on us several times, educating me on things like my postpartum body, nursing, and baby sleep. She sat with me and listened as I shared about the anxiety and fear I was experiencing. I always looked forward to her visits because I knew it was gonna be a time when I could feel very safe. I could go on and on. I cannot recommend her more highly! She is so skilled at what she does, and she is one beautiful human being. read more

Without hesitation I would recommend Emily for both her doula and massage therapy work. I have been lucky enough to experience both of these services :) Emily is knowledgeable, skilled, and has a very calming presence. I know that my second labor and delivery experience would not have been as incredible if she had not been there. read more

I began seeing Emily when I was 4 months pregnant for prenatal massages. Immediately I liked Emily. She is warm and reassuring and has a very pleasant disposition about her. Eventually, I asked Emily to be my doula as well and she should really charge more for the time she spent with my husband and me. Emily met with us at our home and came to our Hyponobabies birthing rehearsal as well. During my nearly 40 hour labor, she gave me massages, guided me into varied birthing positions, and my husband was so happy to have her there too for his own moral support. My baby was stuck in my pelvis so I ended up needing a c-section anyway, but Emily even offered to stay for that. She had already gone above and beyond, so I told her to go home and get some rest. She came to the hospital and checked on us a couple days later and then to our home the following week. Even though I am not pregnant at the moment, I consider Emily my go-to massage therapist and will certainly ask her to me my doula again in the future. My husband and I give her our highest recommendation. San Diego is lucky to have her as a part of their birthing community. Thanks, Emily! read more

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I started working with Emily for prenatal massages when I was about 20-weeks pregnant. Once I found out she was a doula, I started to ask more questions and wonder if this was something I wanted or needed for the birth of my baby. Now that my daughter is three months old, I will say that I would never have another baby without a doula. Emily is very good at what she does and I can't say enough good things about her. She made me feel relaxed and confident about the whole labor process. I initially never wanted to have a baby because of my fear of labor. Emily was part of turning that fear into excitement. I got to the point where I could not wait for the experience, I was so excited. Emily helped me, my spouse and mother-in-law prepare both mentally and physically for the birth of our baby. She also recommended some amazing resources that helped a lot, too, such as birth prep classes and books. Her demeanor and follow-up is wonderful and you can truly see that she loves her craft and cares about her clients. She was also instrumental in the postpartum process as well, which was SO needed for us. In addition, I did massages every week or every two weeks with Emily and that is also highly recommended. read more

Emily is amazing! She helped me so much through my pregnancy to relax and make my body feel more alive. She was also very accommodating to my busy schedule and worked with me to find availability. read more

Emily is very educated and professional working with me during my pregnancy. I am high risk and she was so thorough and explained everything so detailed orientated. I highly recommend Emily for your prenatal care. read more

I am a colleague of Emily's. We met massaging together and quickly became friends. Being in the field of both massage and birth services, I can add a different perspective of Emily and her work. This women is exemplary in her field. She is a gem (and I don't say that because we are friends). She has fantastic skills, she is eager to keep growing and learning and her heart is in the right place. If you have the opportunity to work with Emily, I would highly recommend it!! read more

I could not rate Emily more highly. I began seeing her before my pregnancy, throughout my pregnancy and have seen her during my postpartum recovery. She is attentive to the whole person (not just what areas I want "worked on"), calm, and incredibly intuitive about the body. She also has a wealth of knowledge about pregnancy and birth, which was so reassuring during that time for me. My husband also had several massages with Emily and was very pleased. I recommend her wholeheartedly! read more

I began seeing Emily for prenatal massages. She was great at helping me with some of the common pain and uncomfortableness of pregnancy. I saw until just a few weeks before I was due. She was very knowledgeable about pregnancy and massage. I was very grateful to find her! read more

Emily has been giving me prenatal massages throughout my second pregnancy and also during my first pregnancy a year and a half ago -- she is fantastic! She listens to any soreness or issues I am having and always makes me feel so relaxed and comfortable. I highly recommend Emily for prenatal massage if you're considering trying her out....do it! You won't regret it. She is such a sweetheart and is so talented. read more

Don't hesitate in hiring Emily to be a part of your prenatal and birth team! I was fortunate to receive Emily's care as both a masseuse and doula throughout the third trimester of my pregnancy in late 2016. She has a very thorough knowledge of the pregnant woman's body and a sense of calm that is contagious. Emily helped my husband and me to prepare our detailed birth plan, and when the labor pains started, she was with us every step of the way, from pacing the hallways with me in early labor, to massaging and encouraging when the labor was at its hardest, to holding my hand when our daughter boldly burst into life after 20 hours. She never left my side. Emily is dedicated and passionate in her work, and her energy comes from the heart. read more

I met Emily at an event, and immediately found myself drawn to her kind energy. I finally made a massage appointment with her, and was not disappointed! She is thoughtful and thorough in determining your needs, and is extremely knowledgeable. Every time I walk out of my massage with her, I stand taller, as she's been able to work my back like no one ever has. I highly recommend Emily, and can't wait for my next massage with her. read more

I began seeing Emily when I was about 30 weeks pregnant. She is clearly well educated and experienced in prenatal care. I felt very confident that my body and my growing baby was in good hands when I saw her. My baby came on his own one week early and my recovery has been smooth...I truly believe prenatal sessions with her were a major part of that. I am looking forward to my first postpartum massage with her this week! She even encouraged me to bring my new baby and let him lay with me during the massage. I have been recommending her to all of my pregnant friends! read more

I recently had the opportunity get a massage appointment with Emily at my office. She has a very polite and relaxing demeanor, which was evident during our conversation about my status and history with massages. During the session, I thought she had really good technique, she was able to find the tense areas in my shoulders and back quickly to work the tension out. Felt great afterwards. High recommendations for both technique and courteous service! read more

Emily New is amazing. Emily is calm, strong, focused, smart, and present in her work. I began seeing Emily during my second pregnancy and she provided my body with the nourishment it needed. Whether my lower back was in discomfort or I just needed space to unwind, Emily created a space for me to heal. After my daughter was born, my lower back was a wreck and I remember having strains in places I could hardly describe. Emily, though, could somehow translate my tired explanations and treat my body in the most exact way. She healed my aches and helped me build strength once again. It is obvious when Emily treats you, she is intentional in her body work. I believe she is always training and learning new techniques to truly target and heal what pre- and post-natal bodies endure. If you are pregnant, post-natal, or just need someone to provide a beautiful space to feel better, Emily is for you. read more

I had just finished working a 70-hour week and realized that I needed some last-minute stress relief. Not only did Emily squeeze me into her busy schedule on short notice, she really listened to my every complaint and helped me to relax every muscle. I usually find that one hour is barely enough to work out all the kinks, but she was able to touch on all my points of concern -- and I truly left in a state of holistic relaxation. I will definitely be going back! read more

I received a gift certificate from my best friend for a prenatal massage with Emily. Her massages are fantastic, and that's where I would give her a higher than 3 stars. The reason I gave a lower rating overall is because of my experience with her as a doula. I was induced at 41 weeks and asked if she would be able to come at the beginning of the induction. She explained that she usually doesn't do that because inductions can take a long time. I really wanted her there to support me from the beginning but felt uncomfortable asking her to do so after what she said. So I was induced and ended up going into active labor right away. Within 3 hours of taking the induction pill the baby was coming. I asked my husband to tell her to come right awa but by the time she came the baby was out. She missed the birth which was very disappointing. After the birth she offered to compensate with a couple massages, which I appreciated but I felt that at least a partial refund should have been offered. It's unfortunate that this happened because it's now a part of my birth story. read more

Emily is fantastic for prenatal massage! I really needed someone who could do deep tissue during pregnancy, and Emily was a perfect fit. She's also incredibly knowledgeable about and a kind person to work with. I couldn't recommend her more! read more