Where do I even begin? Zoe was an absolute godsend to me throughout my fertility/pregnancy/birth/postpartum journey. I like to think of myself as a happy medium with eastern and western medicine: I knew that I wanted to give birth in a hospital, have an epidural - but I wanted a doula to help me mind/body/spirit prepare for this incredible journey. Zoe wonderfully catered to me, helped to educate me, and met me where I was with love and understanding. I initially contacted Zoe after trying 6 months to get pregnant with no success. I had voiced my concerns to my OBGYN at Adams Patterson who just disregarded it because it had been less than a year and I was under 35. I don't care if you've been trying for months, years -- it's still painful to not get that plus sign on the pregnancy test. So, I decided to contact Zoe as a first step. She listened to me, reassured me, comforted me. She had me delete the anxiety-inducing apps -- and she walked me through a holistic, healthy way to get pregnant. She helped me to prep my mind, body, and spirit to house a new baby. I soon became pregnant after working with her for two months. I was over the moon - and surprisingly terrified. I wanted this so badly - but now ... what? I worked with Zoe throughout my pregnancy taking her childbirth, breastfeeding, postpartum, and baby care classes. I also saw her for coaching throughout my pregnancy. Due to COVID, all of my classes were online - and Zoe did a great job keeping the classes fun and informative -- as well as comfort me as a first time mama giving birth during a health epidemic. Ladies -- hear this, too: she also consistently checked in on my husband. She made him feel a part of the process - which helped us to bond and prepare for our little one's arrival. My husband didn't quite understand why I needed a doula - but after working with Zoe throughout the pregnancy, he was very comforted and thankful to have her support. Then came the birth. Zoe worked with our hospital (Baptist) to submit the correct paperwork so that she could work with us and be present despite COVID19. THANK YOU, GOD, that Zoe was there. I ended up being induced 8 days past my due date - progressed quickly - completely dilated - but my baby's head went transverse at the end - and she ended up being wedged in my right side. After pushing for 3 hours, I had to have an emergency c-section. I didn't have my mom with me. I clung to my husband's hand. Honestly, I had never been more scared in my life. Zoe comforted my husband and me during a very long day of labor and unexpected outcomes -- and she helped to communicate with my very worried family that couldn't be present due to COVID. We also worked with Zoe postpartum. Zoe came over and helped me with the basics that my tired/sleep deprived brain couldn't comprehend: breast pumps, bottles, swaddles, baby carriers. Zoe took care of me in a time where I had forgotten how to take care of myself and this new little precious baby. She was always available on text, too, for questions, worries, concerns as a new mama. I cannot recommend having Zoe enough. She is such a gift to Memphis. Before I got pregnant, I knew that I wanted to work with a doula. I'm so thankful that I listened to my intuition and found Zoe -- even before COVID19 hit. Zoe has made me a stronger woman - learning to advocate for myself, family, and new baby. Trust your gut as you're reading this review and hire Zoe. You will be so grateful. read more

Zoe is phenomenal at her job! She helped me postpartum in a few different areas and I cannot imagine anyone more informative in every area of pregnancy and postpartum. She listens and gives the best advice. I have recommended her to so many people and will continue to do so! Give her a call and talk to her, and I guarantee you'll hire her in a second! read more

Zoe's services were helpful from the day we signed up with her to finally feeling comfortable as a mom with our newborn. We used her package with the birthing class, day of doula, and postpartum care. My husband and I felt very confident going into the birthing process after taking the birthing class. Zoe was supportive and sweet anytime she was assisting throughout all the stages of the pregnancy and after the birth. The postpartum care was incredible as a first time mom trying to grasp all the new things to understand and learn. It was amazing having someone there to answer any questions we had and also help take care of me and the baby. Her massages were wonderful and was soothing with the baby anytime I needed a little break. She is a bright spirited woman, who has a lot of experience in this field. read more

Zoe definitely helped me and my husband feel more prepared and motivated about natural childbirth. Her Childbirth Education sessions were very detailed, informative and personable. She answered all our questions with understanding, patience and honesty. We really enjoyed attending her sessions and got so much invaluable info that we needed. Upon leaving every session, I felt motivated, informed and empowered. I recommend Zoë Etkin's services to every expectant mother in the Memphis area! read more

Zoe is fantastic! She was my birth and postpartum doula for my first birth. Even though I'm a doula myself, my husband and I 100% needed her support and valued her expertise during the birth of our daughter and the first several weeks at home. Adjusting to life with a newborn is tough! But Zoe made the transition a little smoother by coming with us to appointments, helping me get more comfortable with breastfeeding, giving both my baby and me massages, facilitating healing vaginal steams, cooking meals for us, and loving on our baby while I got some much needed rest. She helped us find our own style of parenting without any judgement or agenda. I truly enjoyed the newborn phase and feel confident as a new mother thanks to Zoe's encouragement and support. read more

Zoë was my postpartum doula. I don't know what we would have done without her. My partner had to go back to work so she came to my rescue! Everyone is always worried about the baby. Zoë helped me through MY healing. She cared for MY needs. She cooked delicious nourishing foods, got me out of the house while helping me get use to breastfeeding in public, she held my son so I could rest, gave me special herbs for sitz baths that she made for me, and so much more! Zoë was there for my sons first bath and taught me how to massage him to make his gassy tummy soothed. I wouldn't trade that postpartum care for anything. My only regret is not having her for my birth! read more

Congrats to you first of all for recognizing the value of a doula. Secondly, consider yourself blessed if you get to work with Zoë as your doula. She was my postpartum doula and was flexible, pitched in wherever it was needed - from dishes to massages to advice, very supportive to a mother's needs. She doesn't take over your baby, but instead really looks out for moms best interest. This woman is just a wealth of knowledge and I asked her all my baby questions that you don't need a doctor for, but someone that is experienced and knows what is in the range of normal. She has a bazillion skillsets, like making a meal out of whatever is in your fridge to dicing up placenta to belly binding to web page creation (seriously). And def have her make you kale salad. Zoë is kind and creative and will not make it awkward in your home. Recommend her if you are looking for all around immediate postpartum or birth support. read more

If you are debating whether or not you need a postpartum doula, stop debating and hire Zoë. She is caring, compassionate and highly knowledgeable . As a new mother with twins, I would have been lost without her. She came in and instantly helped me feel more confident caring for my girls. Zoë also made sure that I took care of myself. She is a wonderful person and I give her the highest of recommendations. read more

I'm beyond thankful for Zoë and everything she offers Memphis moms. Aside from her doula work (phenomenal and apart of my successful VBAC2 story) she offers Mama Circle. If I'm honest, without meeting Zoe and her tribe of mamas/coworkers/friends I don't think I would have ever stepped out or acknowledged the importance of identifying myself (outside of motherhood) again. I'm so grateful for her part in my VBAC and providing the support PP to regain a bit of me! read more

I knew I needed additional assistance during my baby's birth. Zoë provided support for the remainder of the pregnancy and at the hospital during the birth, and was a wonderful source of postpartum and postnatal care. Whether I've had breastfeeding questions or other new mom concerns, she's been available and helpful, and I know I can reach out whenever I need help. It still takes a village to raise a baby, the village just looks a little different than it used to. read more

I'm not sure we could have survived the first six weeks of our baby's life without Zoe. Having our first and only child in the midst of a global pandemic meant that none of the family and friends we were counting on for support could come to town, but Zoe stepped into the void as a post-partum doula. Breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, burping, swaddling, baby-wearing, baby-bathing: we had no experience with any of these things, but she helped us find our way. Day support helped me understand how my body was healing and night support gave us back a measure of sanity. On particularly bad days my husband and I would look at each other and say, "It's okay. Zoe's coming tomorrow." And even when she wasn't physically present she stayed available to answer my crazy new-mom texts with calm, practical advice borne of experience, education, and a healthy dose of common sense. Hiring her was the smartest decision we made regarding our baby's care--worth every penny and then some! read more