I met Liz when I was just a few months pregnant. I knew I wanted a Doula and planned to meet with…read morea few and see who I fit with best. From the moment I met Liz, I knew I didn't need to meet anyone else. I loved her, and was so excited to be working with her. She came over to my house a couple times, and she provided me so many great resources for before and after my birth! She was always so helpful whenever I had any questions, and I had a ton! When it came time for my son to be born, there was meconium in the water, which led to a c section. I was scared for my baby, Liz was right there holding my hand while I cried. She waited at the hospital with my husband and I for hours. It was like my best friend was there. After my son was born (11-23-19) Liz took my placenta for encapsulation, and came to my house a few days after his birth. We talked about the birth and she gave me a beautiful placenta print, my sons dried cord, a picture of my placenta, and my placenta pills. Liz is so kind and genuinely caring. She is meant for this line of work. I cannot think of a better person to have had by my side through my pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. I highly recommend her as a doula, and most definitely for her to encapsulate your placenta.

I used Elizabeth for placenta encapsulation a couple weeks ago with the birth of my second born…read more She was very communicative, kind, prompt, and did beautiful work. She picked up the placenta within hrs of delivery and dropped off the pills, a print of my placenta, dried heart made from the cord and an herbal sitz bath directly to my house. She emailed me directions for use and followed up with me a couple days later to confirm I didn't have any questions and didn't have any side effects from the pills. I would definitely recommend her to anyone I knew looking for placenta encapsulation and suggest her for anyone looking for her other services.

Amber provided doula services for me during my recent birth. Prior to the birth, she visited my…read morehusband and I and trained us on pain relief techniques that turned out to be absolutely vital in having an unmedicated hospital delivery. She also taught us some useful diapering and swaddling techniques. In the weeks leading up to my due date, she coached me via text through prodromal labor and helped me understand what was happening. On the day of the birth, she was my anchor and helped me stay calm through my pain and have a successful natural birth. She always knew just what to say, how to touch me, and what would help. I strongly recommend Amber for your birthing journey.

Amber was amazing, sweet, supportive and extremely knowledgeable. I loved her classes and the…read morepreparation for childbirth. During delivery she was exactly what my family needed to help me through childbirth. My husband and I were extremely satisfied with her care and services. I would definitely recommend Amber as your Doula.

I took Lisa's hypnobirthing class before the birth of my second baby. I was hesitant to take the…read moreclass because of a traumatic birth with my first baby which was supposed to be natural, but ended up with so many medical interventions, and was skeptical of being able to do a natural birth given my previous experience. However, Lisa was very kind and understanding of my situation, explaining that my first experience was filled with special circumstances and assured me that none of that would happen again. She educated me and my husband with all our options for our hospital birth and giving me a new hope and courage that I would be able to give birth naturally. This past week I had a scare that I had a rupture of membranes and did not go into labor (the same thing that started my first traumatic birth experience) and I reached out to her through text. She gave me lots of advice, reminded me to stay calm, and suggested some natural induction methods which worked. We also benefited from using the acupressure pain relieving techniques we learned from Lisa during labor. I started getting strong contractions at midnight, got to the hospital at 2:30am, and had my baby girl in my arms by 3:37am. She was a whopping 9lb3oz and I was able to push her out with no epidural and no tearing!! It was an amazing experience and I'm so happy to have had Lisa's help and advice throughout the way. Thank you so much Lisa!

Lisa was nothing short of amazing for my second birth. We befriended each other before as she…read moreprovided childbirth education for my first and was just a wonderful woman that yearned to help expecting mamas in any way she could. I didn't plan for a doula for my first but I knew for my second I wanted the experience and to have that extra support. She provided many tips and checked on me consistently as I began to get near my due time. The labor started rather quickly and she intuitively picked up on cues that I relayed to her over the phone and made it quickly to my home! She was gentle, encouraging, and took beautiful photos of my labor ! I had such a great birth experience and I know including her in my sacred day made it so. She is well versed and everything you are looking for in a doula. She is a beautiful person and great at what she does. I highly recommend!

Having never considered a Doula until a few months prior to giving birth to my second child, I am a…read moretotal convert, and have Nikki to thank for that. Nikki was amazing and an essential part of my extremely positive experience. We met with her in advance which helped us get to know each other, and also helped my husband feel more comfortable with having another person present for the birth. I was at the doctor's for my 39 week check up when I was told to go directly to the hospital as I was already 5cm dilated. Nikki rushed through to be with me even though I was sure I would be laboring until the evening. Good thing she did, as my baby boy arrived 3 hours later. During the labor itself, she was a calm coach who's attention and support let me feel confident enough to focus only on getting through my contractions. Nikki anticipated all my needs - timing my contractions on my phone, putting pressure on my lower back when I needed it and bringing me water and snacks to help keep my energy up. She worked very well with all the hospital staff and even stayed with us after the birth to help ease into the hospital and enjoy the moment. I highly recommend Nikki. She's the best!

I highly recommend Nikki. She was the doula for my third child. I needed an epidural with the…read morefirst two kids and really wanted to try and go natural for number 3. Nikki was a great support - she met with me a couple of times beforehand to discuss breathing techniques, music, focal points, props etc, then came to my house and the hospital to support my labor. Along with my husband and a fantastic delivery nurse at El Camino, Nikki helped me to manage the pain and I delivered a healthy little girl with no medication required.

Cass saved our breastfeeding relationship! Her Passion for helping mamas paired with her amazing…read moreeducation and her compassion is not often found post partum when mamas struggle for answers! I would recommend her services to any new mama near or far as she is truly a gem who really knows her stuff!

Cass was my doula for the birth of my second son, born just two weeks ago. Because of her, my labor…read morewas everything I could have wanted. It was beautiful, peaceful and full of love. She made me feel confident and in control. I couldn't imagine our story without her. She has also saved my breastfeeding relationship with both my 2 year old and newborn, as they were both lip/tongue tied. I've now been nursing my oldest for 2 1/2 years, even through pregnancy, and now nursing both he and my newborn. It would not have been possible without her. Her knowledge, experience and compassion are unmeasurable.

My dear Sarah! Reflecting on Liam's birth and the incredible…read morejourney that led to that transformative day, I cannot imagine having gone through it without your unwavering support, compassionate guidance, and fierce advocacy. From the moment we first met during our prenatal encounters, I knew I was in the presence of someone truly exceptional. Your wealth of knowledge and calm reassurance gave me the confidence I needed to face the uncertainties of labor and childbirth. You didn't just prepare me; you empowered me. Every question, every concern, every doubt I had was met with your warmth and understanding. On the day of labor, when the hours felt both endless and fleeting, you were my anchor. You created a space of safety and strength, where I could trust my body and the process. Your ability to anticipate my needs, your steady encouragement, and your calm presence allowed me to find the courage I didn't know I had. At a time when I felt most vulnerable, you became my strongest advocate, ensuring that my voice was heard and my wishes respected. You have a gift, Sarah, one that goes beyond training or experience- so much so that even the nurses at our hospital were impressed and made a point of mentioning and asking us all about you! You possess an innate ability to nurture, to empower, and to instill confidence in moments that often feel overwhelming. Your dedication to your work and the genuine care you extend to those you support are nothing short of extraordinary. Liam's birth was a beautiful and empowering experience, and so much of that is because of you. You not only supported me physically but also emotionally and spiritually, leaving a profound impact on my life. I will forever be grateful for the role you played in one of the most defining moments of my life. I wholeheartedly and enthusiastically recommend you to anyone seeking the support of an incredible doula. They will not only find a skilled professional but also a true advocate, a guide, and a friend. With immense gratitude and love, Lucy (aka, Liam's mama!) And here are a few words from dad's perspective: As a first time Dad there were so many unknowns to me and I really wanted to be involved in our decisions and support my wife as much as possible but I also didn't really know anything about it. Lucy suggested looking into a doula and after a couple interviews we connected with Sarah right away over the phone. Lucy really loved her, she seemed extremely knowledgable and we are very happy we chose her. I think one of the most beneficial parts of working with her for me was all of the pre-natal coaching and availability. It really put our minds at ease to have the ability to text her with simple questions as they came to our minds and have some meetings during Lucy's pregnancy where we could talk about all the things to expect as first time parents and develop a strategy for the birth itself. It took so much stress off to have these pre-natal visits and to feel her confidence and experience in the process. I felt ready and excited rather nervous and scared. Having her there the day of the birth was amazing and also fascinating for this dad to watch. I could actually watch on the monitors as Sarah and Lucy worked together on breathing through labor and through her coaching they controlled her contractions and actually helped the labor progress quicker from what I saw. I actually had to be careful not to distract them or I noticed things would slow down. When Lucy was pushing Sarah helped and coached her through that as well and never left her side. Overall it was a beautiful experience bringing our boy Liam into the world with Sarah. PS. A note from our nurses at the hospital. After you left the nurses asked us, "where did you find that doula? Was she on the list the hospital provides?" We told her no, she's a friend that we found on our own. She commented, "She was really incredible, we see A LOT of doulas in here and so often we think to ourselves, you are actually paying this person to be here?" But she was impressive! One of the best.

We felt like Sarah was sent to us from Heaven!…read more We put a lot of time and effort into our pregnancy journey, and as we worked through pregnancy classes and birth preparation, we kept hearing about doula services. At first, we weren't sure we wanted to invite someone into such an intimate and personal moment, but we decided to explore our options and met with half a dozen doulas. The moment you meet Sarah, you'll understand why she is best-in-class. She is calm, confident, knowledgeable, organized, and incredibly attentive. What surprised us most was how much support she provided long before the birth itself. She consistently checked in on us, shared meal ideas, protein shakes, healthy snacks, exercise routines, and practical daily and weekly recommendations to help us feel our best and be prepared for labor. She also encouraged us to do our homework, think through important decisions, and prepare for what was ahead. Her level of organization and preparation made us feel informed, confident, and supported every step of the way. And that was all before labor even began.... When the big day arrived, Sarah somehow exceeded our already high expectations. She showed up at a moment's notice and met us at the hospital, even before we were properly admitted. When it became clear that labor would be a longer process, she came back home with us and stayed by our side throughout the night. She worked tirelessly to keep me comfortable and calm, providing constant reassurance, encouragement, and a steady presence when we needed it most. When it was time to return to the hospital, Sarah was right there with us. She helped us get settled, guided us on what questions to ask and what decisions to consider, advocated for us when needed, and helped create a calm, welcoming environment in the labor room. Through every stage of labor, she coached me with what seemed like effortless grace. No matter what was happening, she brought a sense of calm, confidence, and love that allowed us to stay focused on the moment rather than the stress surrounding it. What stood out most to us was her tenacity and ability to advocate for us when it mattered most. There are so many moving pieces in the moment, and having a level-headed, knowledgeable, and firm teammate by your side is invaluable. We truly cannot imagine going through this journey without Sarah. We are so blessed to have found her, and we will forever be grateful for the impact she had on one of the most important experiences of our lives.

Ana is very professional and knowledgeable, yet deeply caring and respectful of your opinions and…read morevalues. Even though this was my third pregnancy, I learned so much about how to care for myself and my baby. I loved that she wasn't pushy, but gave us the facts and let us make our own decisions. We often covered the importance of exercise and nutrition, and I made changes from that, which I believe contributed to a smoother and easier pregnancy than my first two. She also was so calm and professional throughout my labor and delivery. My husband noted how much he appreciated her composure during the most intense moments of my labor. She's the kind of person you'd want by your side when you're not in the right frame of mind. She also collaborated very well with her assistant, respecting her skills and experience during my postpartum assessment. We loved having her as our first midwife and home birth experience and will definitely be reaching out to her again in the future!

Ana is a godsend. When I was planning to have my 5th baby, the one thing I knew for sure is that I…read morewanted to have him at home. I interviewed so many great midwives, but as soon as I met Ana, I knew she was the right fit. She took me on late in my pregnancy (27ish weeks), and onboarding with her was so easy. The care that I received from her was supportive, kind, compassionate and steady. I appreciate how calm and nurturing she is while staying firm in her knowledge of pregnancy, birth, and of a woman's body overall. Her care is holistic and evidence-based, and she makes her clients actual partners in their care. We never did anything that I was uncomfortable with (which is almost unheard of in a hospital birth). When I started to go overdue, she was there to reassure me, and because she genuinely trusts the process of birth, she helped me trust my body as well. I had an absolutely amazing birth experience that my husband and I wouldn't trade for anything. My baby is two now (sorry this is so late!), but I still think of Ana often and so fondly. She became part of our family for the time she was with us and I will always love her for helping me have the birth experience of my dreams (even at 43 years old). Thank you Ana!

I'd give ten stars if I could. Christine is an amazing midwife. Her office is warm and inviting,…read moreshe makes you feel like family. Her knowledge of the birth process and her ability to balance the medical with the holistic is spot on. She is thoroughly knowledgeable and educated and a true professional who offers exactly what those looking for midwifery care need: warm and loving care that is also responsible and educational. She'll still make you feel loved even though she's telling you that you had too many French fries...again. She feels like a friend to me. Her and her team are the true high bar of maternity care.