I realize that it may be easy to hyperbolize about something as monumental as parenthood, where the stakes are high and new emotions flood every aspect of life that once required little to no thought, but I genuinely believe that our family would be in a different (worse-off) place had it not been for Martha's presence during those vulnerable first months of life with our son. As first-time-parents and young professionals living half a country away from family, we looked into hiring a postpartum doula for the extra hands. But having now contracted with Martha, even if our families lived next door, we would still hire her. Without Martha's education, non-judgmental support, and empathy, our first months as parents--and those that followed, even after her contract had ended--would have looked very different. I cannot overstate Martha's competent and confident approach to supporting parents through decision-making processes. For example, I had long known that I wanted to breastfeed my son, but arrived home from the hospital with traumatized nipples and realized that my baby had a tongue tie. Recognizing that these breastfeeding goals would not be sustainable if things continued apace, she equipped me with the tools to intervene as I saw fit. (Today, I'm still breastfeeding!) She showed us the trailhead, in a way, and then let us decide whether or not to follow the path. Martha is not the type of person to make you feel obliged to do anything you and your family aren't comfortable with; she instead provides options that allow you to make the best decisions, in light of your desires, limitations, and hopes, and then engages with that decision with genuine respect. Martha is at once rock-solid in her competence and profoundly tender in her approach to care. My only hesitation in writing this review is that other folks may then book her faster than us, once baby number two is on the way! read more

It is impossible to describe what an incredible blessing Martha was for our family. I cannot recommend her highly enough as a post-partum doula. She is incredibly professional, compassionate, knowledgeable, and nurturing. She goes above and beyond for the babies and families she is caring for and made my post-partum experience infinitely better than with my first child (where I had no professional support post-partum). As soon as Martha entered our home, she put us at ease, expertly caring for our newborn and instilling us with confidence and new knowledge on caring for a newborn. As a pediatrician, I was incredibly impressed by evidenced-based practice and that she partners with the family to make the post-partum experience one of bonding and healing. Martha knew that one of my hopes was to breastfeed our son and she was an invaluable asset. I attribute our success to Martha's help early in the process. My first son struggled with direct breastfeeding and weight gain, and I needed to pump often and supplement with pumped milk. Martha assured me that we would make sure we were on the right track, and she would direct me to a lactation consultant if needed. She helped me learn new positions to nurse and reassured me about his latch. My son thrived with the help of Martha and the time that she spent with us enabled me to rest, recharge, and recuperate knowing that my son was in her care. Martha is also non-judgmental; she meets parents at their level and partners with them to make the experience what they want. She supports all different families and their unique goals and comes with an arsenal of skills to do so with ease and expertise. Lastly, Martha is an absolute delight. She was a ray of sunshine in our home and if we are lucky enough to have another baby, she will be the first person we call!! read more

There are not enough words to describe how wonderful Martha is. She is truly the epitome of what a postpartum doula should be. After the early birth of our daughter, Martha supported us a few times a week for several months. She cleaned, organized, did laundry, prepared lunches, encouraged naps for mom and dad, and made our bed so well that we felt like we were in a fancy hotel-- we still try to recreate the 'Martha bed'! When asked, she offered advice on topics unfamiliar to us, which was especially helpful since our daughter came early. She helped coach me through difficulty nursing, always respectful of my wishes and goals. She is always available through text for encouragement or questions. It's really the intangible qualities that set her apart. She just "gets it". She understands what it's like to be a new parent with strong preferences for how things should be done (in my case bottles and diapering) and always asked what I wanted. She is an excellent sounding board, politely and lovingly sitting with me to listen as those postpartum emotions would suddenly turn a wave of joy into grief or vice versa. Having her to simply talk with was sometimes more important than getting chores done. I was entirely comfortable with Martha and trusted her completely-- in our home, with our daughter, to give great advice, and to recognize our needs and meet them. It was a sad day to have to say good bye to Martha as our doula, but she helped us get to a place where we were able to handle this new way of living and is still only a text away. Should you decide to hire Martha, I have no doubt you will truly be blessed. read more

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Martha. She happily and without asking does anything and everything you would need as a new mom- holding the baby while you take a nap, preparing a delicious lunch, getting the baby to stop crying, laundry, dishes, toy pick-up; not to mention, general advice about mother's wellness, getting the baby to sleep, breastfeeding, swaddling, bath time, even dealing with issues such as helping you find a nanny and what to do with your older child's art projects. She gives fantastic advice on baby products that have proven helpful, and she will accompany you to the doctor's office/grocery store/drugstore so that you don't have to worry about the baby during an appointment or errand. She has also been helpful in allowing my husband and I to spend time together without the baby. She is always cheerful and happy and eager to help you, and she will offer judgment-free advice and gentle suggestions that will allow you to be be your best self. She is a true newborn expert and remarkable at getting baby to calm down and to go to sleep! My life as a mom of "2 under 2" would have been vastly more difficult without her-- I don't even want to imagine it! If you are remotely considering getting a postpartum doula, I would advise calling Martha and not looking back- I promise you will be thankful! read more

We had Martha for 3 month as night nanny after our second baby was born, and I cannot say enough great things about her! Our baby was in NICU for 2 weeks, and during that time Martha was constantly checking in with us by text, offering to help at NICU, also she answered lots of lactation questions that I had at that time. When our baby finally came home, Martha was so professional and you can tell from her eyes that she just naturally love babies so much. Our baby has really narrow nasal passage, so feeding him is challenging. And also because of his congestion, he needs lots of comfort and care at night to have a good sleep. Martha offered more than those. she is not only taking care of our baby so well, but also she constantly check in my feelings, I feel really supported during such a difficult time. And she is also constantly trying different things to make our baby sleep better and eat better. She also introduced a daytime nanny for us when I told her that we need one, and the daytime nanny is awesome. I still miss the nights when she was here, and I will definitely hire her back if we will have baby 3. read more

Martha is more than a doula; she's the ultimate parenting coach and a true gem for first-time parents like us. Martha's calming presence and unparalleled lactation expertise were a game-changer during the crucial early days of parenthood. Her caring, professional approach, coupled with extensive knowledge, transformed our initial breastfeeding struggles into a confident and comfortable experience for both me and our little one. Beyond her incredible support, Martha went the extra mile by providing us with invaluable resources. From connecting us with a lactation consultant to recommending a physical therapist, Martha ensured we had access to the right professionals when needed. Her insights extended to practical suggestions for baby clothes and products that significantly eased our daily lives. Martha's commitment to lifelong learning shines through in her professional and reassuring approach. She doesn't just meet expectations; she consistently goes above and beyond. We wholeheartedly recommend Martha to friends and would unquestionably hire her again without hesitation. read more

Martha was an amazing doula and such a blessing to our family. She was the nicest and most caring doula that I could have hoped for. Martha helped care for our baby earlier this year. She was wonderfully professional, but I also found a friend and confidant in her. She was so genuine in her care both with our baby and also with her concern for my well-being. She was able to support me during my lactation issues, as well as offer important input with my diet and my babies feeding schedule. Martha comes highly recommended and is such a wonderful and genuine person, which translated to her being an amazing doula for our family. Martha is a truly exceptional doula, with a wealth of information. She helped me find my footing in the newness of motherhood. She was supportive and such a big help to me and my husband during a new and exciting time in our lives. I would have no hesitation in rehiring Martha whatsoever. She is truly the best doula you could hope for. read more

My only regret about having Martha as my postpartum doula was not booking her for MORE time. Martha was a true godsend in the postpartum period. She not only taught me and my husband practical things like how to wash pump parts, but she also taught us how to be parents to our precious baby. She was our baby guru. She also did little things that made such a difference, like filling up our water bottles and bringing me a cupcake on my birthday. I really appreciated having access to her via text when she wasn't physically with us. She is incredibly professional and reliable, warm and personable. After our time together, I felt equipped to care for our baby but sad to say goodbye to Martha. I will be calling her as soon as I find out I am pregnant with my next child. Could not recommend Martha more highly, in fact I have already referred a friend to her who is very happy as well! read more

We had Martha for seven weeks after our son arrived and I can't imagine how it would have been without her help. Starting the evening we got home from the hospital, she made us feel safe and secure with her warmth, professionalism and expertise. She offers a perfect balance informed views on early parenting with total flexibility to taper her services to the goals of your family. Among other things, she helped us with sleep cadence, soothing technique, and even helped us diagnose a milk protein allergy that was causing extreme fussiness early on. We would have extended our time with Martha if she'd had availability. She came highly recommended from trusted friends of ours, and we have recommended her to several of our own friends who she has since helped as well. We continue to keep in touch with her on our son's development and would be lucky to have her help again. read more

Hi mommies and soon-to-be-mommies, I couldn't recommend Martha more to become your postpartum doula. As our families live in Europe, we felt a little nervous having no support for our newborn. I couldn't feel more lucky that I found Martha to join our adventure becoming a family of four. Yes-also mommies need mommies during those early postpartum days - and martha can definitely fill this space with her warm, caring personality. Sometimes you will need sleep, a good conversation or just a honest beloved hug. The saying is 'It takes a village to raise a child' and not 'mommy is on its own for 24/7 until she is exhausted and desperate' - please respect your mindset and your recovering body and get help for this precious time. Martha definitely needs to be part of that village with all her knowledge about postpartum topics and her love for babies! read more

Martha was an absolute godsend! She saw that we were tired and overwhelmed, with no experience, and immediately sent us to bed, then got us up to speed on all of the small systems that make up our new day to day lives. How do we hand this guy to each other? How do we hold him? How should we feed him? Why is he spitting up? How do you breastfeed/make bottles? Martha was our expert Sherpa that gave us our bearings, and the confidence to parent without being in a full panic. She was always extremely professional, warm, communicative, and respectful of our needs and preferences. She brought us endless knowledge, useful items that other parents no longer needed, and even cake! Somebody who you not only feel comfortable with for hours in your space, but want to leave your new baby with, is extremely rare. Martha is that person! read more

Martha is a life savior for new moms! I have been blessed to have Martha's help and support as a new mom for both of my babies (3.5 years and 4 months). She is a wonderful doula, and is so respectful with her clients. Her constant attention and focus to her clients never ends. Martha gives all of her time and attention to the new moms she is partnering with, and does not stop until you, as a mom, feel comfortable and capable everyday. She takes the time to get to know you, your partner, and your baby and do what is right for your family. Martha takes pride in her work, and wants new moms to feel confident in everything they do. Safety and current information is also at the forefront of her thinking and actions. No question or worry seems too small for her to figure out and help support you in solving. We love MARTHA!!! read more

Mary Poppins, I mean Martha is truly a gift. We are so lucky have worked with her for postpartum doula support for both my daughter (now 3) and my son (7 weeks). We used her for overnights for 8 weeks and I feel so grateful to have my babies in her care. We learned so much from her and her passion for newborns is contagious. She truly loves the babies she cares for and you can see how gentle and supportive she is with meeting their needs. She helped us get IBCLC support when recognizing early nursing issues that most people would not pick up on. She has a great village of healthcare providers for referrals. She is such a nurturning and mother like role in the early postpartum days.I recommend her to all my friends and family who have babies. I can't imagine a postpartum world without Martha. Thank you Martha! read more

Martha came to help me with breastfeeding and lactation support daytime session when I was 4 days postpartum. She was the most incredible gift. Even in a single session, she was able to revolutionize my experience and allow me to properly breastfeed my pre-term baby. Before Martha, I was seriously struggling with feeding and it was definitely taking a toll on my mental health and experience as a postpartum mother. Martha changed that completely. Even though we only met 1 time in person, Martha was the most responsive to any of my follow-up questions via text and made me feel so supported and understood. Martha is the reason I am still able to breastfed my child. I feel so lucky to have worked with Martha and will most definitely have her help support me for any subsequent children we have. read more

Martha worked with us in the capacity of a night nurse/post-partum doula for 8 weeks after the birth of our son. I can't write enough kind things about her. She was always punctual, friendly, hard-working, compassionate, and attentive to detail. She gave me tips on breastfeeding, and helped me greatly with positioning and latch. She made sure my water bottle was full, she made sure our bed was made, that the laundry was done and folded, and I could go on and on. I felt comfortable being honest with her, which is so important when having someone in the house overnight. She had such a lovely way with our boy, and took such wonderful care of him, allowing me to rest, which was so crucial. We will miss Martha, but we will stay in touch. Highly recommend her expertise to anyone! read more

Martha was such a joy to have around after the birth of our son! We have no family in the area so having an extra pair of (very capable and knowledgeable) hands around and knowing we would have support when we got home from the hospital made the process a lot less daunting! I would recommend Martha to other new parents who want peace of mind knowing there will be someone there to help with both the easy/silly questions (is the diaper on right? how hot should bath water be? what should be in the diaper bag?) as well as the trickier questions (when should I start a bedtime routine? when can you start to "spoil" a child?) Martha also had great recommendations on baby gear! read more

I truly can't recommend Martha enough! I have worked with Martha twice the first time after the birth of my daughter two years ago and the second time just this past summer after my son was born. I've struggled with postpartum anxiety and Martha has been a huge part of my healing and support network. Not only is Martha extremely knowledgeable but the care and thoughtfulness that goes into her work is priceless. I have felt so cared for by her and have complete confidence in the care she provides for my children. If you are someone searching for a postpartum doula please consider allowing Martha to be a part of your life, it's a decision I'm thankful for every day! read more

Martha is extraordinary!!! She wholeheartedly devotes herself to her clients, and provides an unparalleled level of loving care and support as a postpartum doula. As first time parents, we were incredibly appreciative of her sage wisdom and doula experience. Our son absolutely adored her, as did we, as parents - she truly became family. Martha and Birth Baby Blessing are simply exceptional in every regard - professional, punctual, communicative, intelligent, informative, kind, thoughtful, warm, caring, empathetic, and much more. Martha is undoubtedly the best doula, and we could not recommend her more to your expecting family! read more

Martha was an unbelievable resource for my husband and I as first time parents. Martha taught us everything from the basics of changing a diaper and swaddling, to how to properly bottle feed, burp and put her down. She offered her personal experience along with the latest studies and industry knowledge which allowed us to become more confident with each visit. Our time spent together felt so intimate and personal, and the emotional support she provided me was just what I needed to get through the "baby blues!" We were so lucky to have had her and will absolutely hire her again for baby #2! read more