has been my doula, and she has been absolutely incredible! I took a birthing class that wasn't through Doula Love and honestly felt like I learned very little. Then I had Alejandra help me prepare for birth, and she gave me so much knowledge, guidance, and confidence going into labor. During labor, she was truly amazing. She stayed by my side, made sure I was comfortable, helped me feel heard, and advocated for me when I was in pain and having a hard time speaking up for myself. I honestly feel like I couldn't have done it without her by my side. She made such a huge difference in my birth experience, and I am so grateful for everything she did for me. I highly recommend Alejandra to anyone looking for a doula. She is knowledgeable, supportive, caring, and truly goes above and beyond! read more

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Nomarie and the Doula Love Team. from the very beginning, Nomarie was incredibly supportive, responsive, and genuinely invested in making sure I felt informed, heard, and empowered throughout my experience. what meant the most to me was that she believed in me, even when I felt like my own doctor didn't. she reminded me of my strength, helped me trust myself and my body, and advocated for me in a way that made me feel like I was never alone in the process. her encouragement gave me confidence when I needed it most. Nomarie was always quick to respond to my questions, no matter how small, & she was so helpful with information, reassurance, and guidance. I never felt judged or dismissed. she made me feel comfortable asking questions & talking through my concerns, & I always felt like she truly listened. the Doula Love Team was an incredible source of support, and I am so grateful that I had Nomarie in my corner. if you are looking for a doula who will truly believe in you, support your choices, and help you feel empowered throughout your journey, I cannot recommend her enough. she made such a meaningful difference in my experience, and I will always be grateful for her. read more

When I found out that our insurance was going to cover 70% of doula coverage, we knew we wanted to find our doula through Doula Love and that was how we met our amazing doula, Patty. I can write a whole essay about how grateful I am for Patty and maybe it's the hormones but reflecting to the day I gave birth to my son and the support I received from Patty makes me want to cry. On the day of my induction, Patty was with another client who was also going through an induction as well (this is a super rare case). Even though I know she was 100% present with her other client, she constantly checked in with me and reminded me I can reach out to her at any point during my induction process if I have questions or need support. She also set up a backup doula for "just in case" if I needed it. I was already laboring for 14 hours when Patty arrived, and she brought so much energy to the room and got me up and moving so I can dilate more. Patty was super supportive of my plans to do a natural birth but when I told her I was too tired and really wanted to sleep, she was fully supportive of my decision to get the epidural. I had Patty in the room with me during the epidural process and she guided me through the whole process and kept me calm. Once I got the epidural, I was able to rest but the whole time, Patty would help position my body differently so I can continue to open. She was by my side the rest of the night as I contract so my husband can also rest. As labor progress, we were told my son's heart rate was dropping when I contract and the word "c-section" was mentioned since I was only at 6cm dilated. I never mentally prepared for this so of course I started to spiral but Patty advocated for me and requested to our OBGYN team to give me more time to see if I can dilate more. Patty continues to position me differently but, in the end, c-section was the only way to ensure my son's safety. We only had a short time from the time I said "yes" to C-Section to going into the OR and the whole time, Patty was next to me, reassuring me, reminding me that no matter what the outcome will be that I get to meet my son very soon. My husband and I are extremely grateful for Patty. We strongly believe our birth story wouldn't have been so positive if it wasn't for Patty's presence, support, and guidance. read more

I'm so thankful to have found this service for my first pregnancy. I'm grateful to our doula Beth Kennedy for her guidance and support, before, after, and all throughout the birthing process. She advocated for me when I needed and supported my partner and I through this life changing event. I appreciate her kindness and experience and am grateful to have worked with her. read more

We are beyond grateful for Doula Love's matching service and for pairing us with our incredible doula, Nomarie. We were a little on the fence about hiring a doula since this was our second baby, but we really wanted that holistic, nurturing care that a hospital alone can't always provide -- and Nomarie was exactly what we'd hoped for. I'm not what you'd call a "country granola" type of mom -- I went into this birth fully planning on (and very much wanting!) all the pain relief and medical support. But there's still such an important place for a doula in that environment. Nomarie helped bring warmth, connection, and a truly holistic touch to what could have otherwise felt like a very clinical experience. From the very first meeting, she made us feel comfortable, supported, and truly heard. She took the time to understand our hopes for the birth and was such a calming, confident presence every step of the way. When labor began, Nomarie was our angel -- grounding us through every contraction, guiding my partner on how to support me, and helping us navigate all the twists and turns that came our way. Even when things got complicated after our baby was born, she never left our side. Her steady reassurance and calm energy made us feel safe and less scared during a really overwhelming moment. Looking back, I honestly can't imagine our birth experience without her. She helped us feel empowered and cared for in one of the most intense and beautiful moments of our lives. I would recommend Doula Love and Nomarie a thousand times over -- they gave us the support we didn't even know we needed. read more

From start to finish, the entire Portland Doula Love experience was exactly what I needed to feel supported! We were matched with the lovely, Patty Spravale, as our doula. I couldn't imagine our birth without her!!! read more

Working with Beth as our birth doula was one of the best decisions we made during our pregnancy journey. She is incredibly knowledgeable, grounded, and authentic in her approach, and her deep empathy truly sets her apart. After experiencing a traumatic birth, Beth was a steady and compassionate presence who helped me begin to process what had happened. Her postpartum visits were especially meaningful as we adjusted to all the overwhelming changes of new parenthood. Beth was also an incredible support for my husband during labor, making sure he felt informed and confident in his role. She consistently validated our feelings and experiences, which gave us so much reassurance. She has a way of making you feel heard, accepted, and empowered -- no matter what your path looks like. We're so grateful for her presence during such a vulnerable and transformative time in our lives. read more

I had such a wonderful experience working with our doula, Beth. She was incredibly professional, warm, and supportive from beginning to end. Her coaching during labor made a huge difference--she knew exactly how to guide me through each stage with calm confidence and so much care. She's deeply knowledgeable and always made me feel heard, prepared, and empowered. I'm so grateful for her and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for exceptional support during their birth journey. read more

I had a wonderful experience working with Lori Lawrence from Doula Love. Throughout my pregnancy, Lori sent weekly emails filled with incredibly helpful resources--videos, podcasts, and articles--that helped me feel informed and empowered every step of the way. I followed her advice for preparing for a quick labor, and it must have worked very well... my labor progressed so quickly that I ended up having an accidental home birth! Although Lori wasn't physically present for the birth due to how fast everything happened, her support leading up to labor and afterward--especially after I was transferred to the hospital--meant so much to me. Her knowledge, calm presence, and thoughtful communication made a big difference in my experience. I would highly recommend Lori to any pregnant individual looking for compassionate, evidence-based support throughout their journey. She truly goes above and beyond! read more

Hiring Angel to be our Doula was one of the best decisions that my wife and I made regarding the pregnancy and birth of our daughter. Her expertise and support were exactly what we were looking for in hiring a doula. From our pre birth meetings and appointments, to the birth, to post partum Angel proved to be a valuable source of knowledge and support. I truly cannot recommend her high enough as a doula. If youre looking for a Doula, and Angel is available, I'd strongly recommend you hire her. read more

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Michelle is absolutely amazing! I'd recommend her to absolutely anyone. She's very kind, caring, real, and feels like a friend, not just a doula. read more

There are simply not enough words to describe how wonderful Lauren Guarrasi is. Lauren is such a light. She is an incredible doula and we can't believe how lucky we are/were to have worked with her! My husband and I welcomed our first baby recently and worked with Lauren as our birth doula. Our prenatal visits with her were so educational and really helped us feel prepared for the birth experience. She coached us on different comfort measures we could try during labor, educated us about hypnobirthing, helped us prepare a birth plan, talked through any concerns and/or goals we had, and even provided us with nourishing recipes to enjoy after baby's arrival. So sweet. She made us feel so calm and cared for leading up to our son's arrival. The labor and delivery experience itself was so special. Everything Lauren did was done with intention and love. She went out of her way to bring several tools to the hospital to help me stay comfortable during contractions, and her calming nature helped me focus and relax. She even brought string lights and aromatherapy to help make the space at the hospital feel serene and cozy. Lauren helped both myself and my husband feel confident, grounded and at peace during the birth itself. Having her there to support us just made the experience even more beautiful! Again, we can't recommend Lauren enough to anyone who is seeking a warm, compassionate and bright doula. Not only is she an amazing doula, but she's a phenomenal person and someone we consider to be a lifelong friend :) We love you, Lauren! xoxo, Kylee & Ben read more

So glad we found Caitlin Rhoads as our Doula! She was so kind, knowledgeable and the most helpful person we could have imagined during our pregnancy and delivery. Highly recommend Doula Love to anyone searching 10/10 read more

Working with Beth was such a positive and empowering experience. From pregnancy through postpartum, she offered thoughtful guidance, encouragement, and steady support every step of the way. Although my birth didn't unfold exactly as I had envisioned, Beth helped me navigate and process the experience with so much compassion and understanding. During labor, she was a calm, reassuring presence -- both for me and my partner -- and her support made all the difference in how we felt throughout the process. I'm deeply grateful for her care and expertise, and I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a truly supportive doula. read more

This review is for Lauren Guarrasi. Lauren was essential to my birth. I could not have done it without her. She's warm, kind, and meets you where you are - whether you're a natural mama, an epidural mama, or a C-section mama. My goal was to go unmedicated as long as possible, and to have labor inducer naturally as much as possible. Because of my gestational diabetes diagnosis we had to get induced before labor naturally started, but Lauren was ready every step of the way. She provided very early on stretches to try, comfort measures for us to be familiar with, and resources to check out. Lauren was available and supportive by text whenever I had questions or just wanted to vent to someone. But the most important and crucial part for me was how she showed up for me on the day of labor and delivery. I knew I wanted a doula because I wanted someone who would be my coach when I needed it, cheerleader when I needed one, and hypnobirth guru. Because our labor ended up fast, her skills in hypnobirth coaching were essential to our success. Going unmedicated is not easy, but without an incredible doula to help guide breath, give mantras, coaching the whole time, I simply don't think I could have done it. Lauren was core to our birth team. I already plan on working with her again and recommending her to all local moms. read more

My partner and I are first time parents and gave birth to my daughter this past August. This is a long overdue review for our wonderful doula Beth Kennedy. With her guidance I felt confident and supported before during and after the arrival of our little one. Beth has a happy and calm demeanor that was the perfect fit. She was not onlh supportive of the birthing parent but also of my partner and made sure he was empowered as well. read more

We loved working with doula Lori Lawrence! When we needed an emergency c section two weeks before the due date, she showed up an hour later. Thank you for your help in our transition to parenthood! read more

Finding a birth doula through Portland Doula Love was very easy. Our doula, Beth Kennedy, was wonderful. She had a ton of knowledge and helped us prepare for childbirth ahead of time. Her support during labor and delivery was very comforting and reduced our anxiety both before and during! I would highly recommend both Portland Doula Love and Beth! read more

My husband and I had a fantastic experience having Angel as our doula. She was with us every step of the way throughout my pregnancy. She was always immediately available to answer our many questions in the weeks leading up to the birth and she gave us invaluable advice. Angel was an amazing support to us during my very lengthy labor: her humor, expertise and calm presence made the labor much more manageable than it would have been otherwise. We wholeheartedly recommend Angel and her doula services to any other expecting families! read more

I found Anita Ortega through Doula Love, and I am so happy that we did! She was the best birth support person you could ever hope for. She is calm, compassionate, a wealth of information, great advocate. When labor progressed quicker than anticipated and an unplanned home birth was imminent, she remained level headed and guided my family to do what was needed (call 911, get towels, etc). She then stayed by my side for the whole pushing stage and her voice and guidance helped baby come less than an hour after my water broke. I could not have done it without her, and am so grateful we had her on our birth team. read more

I can't say enough wonderful things about our experience with Doula Love. Our doula, Shontee, has been our rock through the perinatal process - pregnancy, birth and postpartum. She has been a constant source of wisdom and a calming presence for us as we enter parenthood. In particular, I can't imagine our birth without her. Not only did she help us prepare thoughtfully, but was absolutely critical during labor. She suggested different positions to help the baby descend, created a space in the delivery room that was inviting vs medical, taught my partner methods to support me meaningfully, offered pain coping techniques and guided us through the extremely stressful experience of an emergency c-section. We're so very grateful that Shontee was part of our birthing team! We also took a number of classes offered through Doula Love that helped to build our skills, set expectations and facilitate helpful discussion between my partner and I as we prepped to welcome our child. Working with Doula Love undoubtedly eased the more turbulent elements of transitioning into parenthood and partnering with a doula was the most impactful step we took in our journey to becoming parents. read more

I knew very early in my pregnancy that I wanted a doula as I am not partnered and would need a support person at the birth, especially since this would be my first hospital birth. I wanted someone to be able to advocate for me or remind me and the providers of my birth preferences. After telling doula love what I was looking for in a doula, I was given different profiles of doulas and ended up interviewing Catheryn Apsey. She met all my points on my wishlist, so I ended up choosing her as my doula without even interviewing anyone else.Over the course of my pregnancy, Catheryn met with me several times, to talk about my vision and preferences for this birth, about comfort measures and also ways to encourage an easier labor (for example exercises or positions to help baby engage in the pelvis). I was able to text her any time with updates, questions or concerns and she would respond with support, both emotional and instrumental/ educational. She also has a wealth of resources for other birth related providers, such as chiropractic care/ acupuncture and so on. When it looked like I might "have to" get induced, she helped me cope with the stress and offered to adjust the birth plan to still get an experience I would be comfortable with.Luckily, I went into labor spontaneously. Catheryn was at the hospital right as I got there, provided important emotional and physical support throughout the birth and stayed until I was transferred to recovery (though she offered to stay there too). I'm so grateful for her. I felt comfortable with her despite it being such an intimate and vulnerable experience and I 100% trust her. She is reliable, empathetic, knowledgeable, supportive... everything you could wish for in a doula. I highly recommend doula love's matching service and recommend Catheryn in particular. I would 100% want her to be my doula for any subsequent pregnancies/ births. read more

I don't even know where to start this review! Sage was the best thing to happen to our family... now some back story!!! My husband and I moved to Portland only 10months before falling pregnant with our second son. I was very nervous because we don't have a huge support system here yet and what family we do have in the area would be dedicated to taking care of our toddler. I knew because of my previous pregnancy and delivery complications that I would have to be induced at 39 weeks and when I was about 25 weeks I started to panic. I knew I wanted more in hospital support the second time around but didn't think I could afford a doula. After some research I found Doula Love and saw that they offered a student doula service on a sliding scale! After filling out a super easy application we were approved and matched with two doula students! Sage was the first one to reach out and after a short zoom meeting I was immediately comfortable and knew that she was the one for our family! A few weeks later we had an in person meeting where she totally let me go on and on about my birth plan and helped me figure out how to communicate and prioritize my feelings! She also helped me think of some postpartum plans because at that point my brain was mush! After being induced Sage arrived when I was in active labor and was there to help me keep calm and breathe through contractions, she had a timer, got the lights down low and put up wonderful fairy lights to really keep everyone peaceful. Although some of my initial plans changed(decided to get an epidural) she was there ready to roll with the punches and was there just for me! I honestly could go on and on about all the things Sage did for me, from calming me because I was scared and nervous about delivering a huge baby to helping me with postpartum care and baby wearing I'll never be able to say enough amazing things! read more

At the 36 week mark we decided to terminate our contract. Our doula was Tisha West. Our first initial meetings were great and we really felt like we were in good hands. Until things got complicated. Our doctor advised induction at 35 weeks due to gestational hypertension. As we entered the hospital and into the evening we communicated via text with Tisha. She told us that inductions take a long time and she would only show up as things get going or about 5 hours into active labor. As the medical situation continued to evolve she actually told us to get some rest as she need some rest too. We were incredulous that the doula that we thought were going to support us was actually going to bed. The entire evening as we updated her it felt like we had to manage her experience rather than the other way around. As our medical situation progress to more dangerous territory; failed inductions, stressed baby, painful contractions under one minute for an hour, keeping up texting/updating the doula just became impossible. 24 hours into being in the hospital we were shocked that she didn't even bother to show up to assess the situation herself but instead just relied on my drug induced sporadic texts. What did we pay for? We were all in disbelief. What tipped us off was an off handed comment about finding a big block of time to travel to us for our in-home visit. Apparently we lived a fair distance (we're just in NW Portland) from her. Was distance a factor in her not showing up to check in on her client who was actively in a medical situation that required support? At the end of the day the nurses and doctors that we had at Good Sam and Emmanuel/Randall were amazing resources for pain management, what to expect during delivery and postpartum support. By the time we were going home with our baby we had a brief moment of contacting Tisha for postpartum support. But thought better of it. read more

We used AshLee Lezama as our birth Doula and she was amazing! I would highly recommend her. She was so comfortable to be around from our very first meeting. Giving birth is such a vulnerable experience and she was so supportive and calming and helped us through each step. If you're considering using a doula I would definitely recommend AshLee. read more

Lauren Guarrasi is amazing! I love my birth story and everything went as I hoped it would and Lauren is to thank for a lot of it! She was an excellent support to not only myself but also to my husband and we felt more than equipped to handle anything the day threw at us knowing we had her on our team. She is so knowledgeable and made sure we were prepared ahead of time and even checked on us afterward- I've never felt so supported or prepared! I am so grateful to doula love for helping me find her and making the whole process so easy! read more

Katie Gould is an incredible doula. We are so grateful for her help and support with the birth of our son! My labor and delivery lasted over 30 hours and she was with us every step of the way. She was such a great support to my husband as well. Katie is the absolute best, and I highly recommend her for doula services! read more

We had the most amazing support and experience with Tisha as our phenomenal Doula and would recommend her to anyone looking for a a positive, knowledgeable, creative, and passionate person to support them through their birthing experience. We had a birth plan and then found out our son was breech at 36 weeks and Tisha helped us throughout the whole process. We ended up not being successful in our attempts to flip our baby so needed to schedule a cesarean birth and Tisha came to the hospital with us and it was such a comfort to have her calming presence with me before we went into the operating room. She encapsulated my placenta and checked in on me postpartum and even came to visit and meet our son and give some breastfeeding support, I can't say enough wonderful things about her! read more

Katie Gould from Doula Love was amazing. I so appreciated her calming and comforting presence but also her directness in guiding me through the different phases of the birth process. It is hard to concentrate and focus with everything going on and it gave me such peace of mind to have Katie there. I took all the classes and read all the books but I knew it would be so helpful to have someone whose done this before to help my husband and I through the birth journey. I don't think anyone can fully prepare for what a first delivery is like and I can't imagine doing it without a doula. read more

Our whole experience with our Doula Lori was an absolute pleasure. She is so knowledgeable and caring. She showed up when we needed her to and her bag of tricks was extensive! Because of her guidance I chose to record a meditation for my pregnant partner that we used as a hypno-birthing technique. It really helped her get through the hardest parts of her 39 hour labor. I don't know what I would've done without her support. She gave me the chance to get some rest and feel supported. And of course her wealth of knowledge and experience made us feel so comfortable. She helped my partner get through the hardest moments and make the most informed decisions necessary to bring my son into this world. It all ended smoothly and she didn't need a single stitch. It was quite an experience and my partner and I are just so grateful we got to have Lori be there with us. read more

We worked with Ashlee and had a wonderful experience! She felt like family from the moment we met her. We just felt really comfortable with her, even in the most intimate experience of giving birth! She is extremely hardworking, thoughtful, and trustworthy. Thank you, Ashlee, for the lovely experience :) read more

Shontee was an amazing Doula! We were conflicted about getting a Doula but it was the best decision we could've made. She provided incredible support to us prior to the birth of our daughter and helped us understand what to expect. During the birth she helped advocate to make sure my partners and I's wishes were being honored. She reassured us throughout the process. When contractions got intense it was Shontee's techniques that provided me with relief. She seemed to intuitively know exactly what I needed. Even though she's not a postpartum doula she stepped in during a crisis when I had some postpartum issues. She went above and beyond helping connect with my family for support and she helped me access the care that I needed when I was unable to do so myself. Shontee is one of the kindest most genuine people I have ever had the pleasure to encounter. I cannot sing her praises enough. read more

My doula Idara was absolutely amazing. For my first pregnancy, I knew going in that I was going to need somebody to guide me through this process, as I'd never done it before! And the blessing that is Idara fell into my life. She has such a sweet and gentle way about her, I was instantly comfortable. Idara really went above and beyond in connecting and communicating with me about my feelings, desires, and sources of stress related to my pregnancy and childbirth. She came over and we went through various birthing positions, provided a variety of resources for me to look into in my own time, and was just such a supportive individual for both me and my partner. The day of my labor, she came to the hospital and stayed with me all night until my 3:00am C-section. She was able to vocalize my needs to hospital staff when I was unable too, coached both me and my partner through contractions, and was just so supportive through the entire experience. Even after my son was born, Idara continued to reach out to check in with me postpartum. I ADORE her and she is such an asset to parents here in the Portland metro area. I cannot recommend her enough! read more

I've had multiple experiences with Doula Love and many of the different services they provide, and can say it's such a great resource for soon-to-be and new parents. We hired Wendy as our doula for a VBAC. It meant a lot to me to experience a vaginal birth and it was important that we find someone who we "meshed" with and who we believed to be knowledgeable...Wendy is INSANELY knowledgeable. With 350 births under her belt, she knows what she's doing. She made us feel at ease from the get-go, and I felt very protected knowing she was with us during our birth. I feel her prenatal care really helped with the outcome of the birth. She read my mind during labor, stepping in ever so subtly to get me what I needed when I needed it. I felt she really cared about the outcome of our birth and while she frequently blended into the background and let the birth unfold, she knew when to step in and take charge. Ultimately her greatest value was ensuring my husband could be my main support and helping him to support me. I got my unmedicated VBAC and couldn't be happier about my experience with Wendy. If we have another baby I wouldn't hesitate to hire her again. Birthing is an extremely important, once in a lifetime experience and it's worth every penny to find a doula that is the right fit for you. read more

I can't say enough good things about Doula Love and their arsenal of Doula's and Lactation Consultants. We hired Wendy as our labor and delivery Doula and she was spectacular. She provided much needed support throughout pregnancy and did a phenomenal job helping us prepare for the birth and postpartum period. Having her support during the labor and delivery made all the difference in the world. Not only is she an outstanding coach, but she works as your advocate throughout the process helping you feel informed and protected as you make medical decisions. We had a particularly long labor and having Wendy in our corner made all the difference for my physical and mental well-being. We also hired an overnight Doula (Crystal) within a few days of being home from the hospital and it was a lifesaver. Doula Love also offers a variety of classes to support families from pregnancy to postpartum. We took a number of classes there pre-baby and I am continuing to take classes there for ongoing postpartum support (new mom's support, mom and baby yoga and breastfeeding support). Their resources have been invaluable to me as a new first time mom. Doula Love is so much more than a Doula service, it truly is a community and we're so happy to have found them. read more

We took the Birthing From Within class with Christine and we are so glad we did! Christine is warm, insightful, non-judgmental and an incredible resource for parents-to-be. Her class opened our minds and our hearts. I personally became more confident about what the future holds for me, my partner, my baby and our birth experience. We highly recommend this class! read more

Can't say enough wonderful things about Christine, I took a dance class from her and then my husband and I just took her Birthing from Within class recently. I loved both of them and would highly recommend her classes to any pregnant woman. She is extremely knowledgeable and also very approachable, easy to feel comfortable with. After taking the birth class, I feel so much more empowered to have my first baby. If you are looking for a doula, or someone to take a class from you will not be disappointed with Christine! read more

We met the owner Wendy during our "Your Birth, Your Way" class in 2017. I was nervous my husband wouldn't take to the class as it was but Wendy was the perfect blend of humor and detailed information that my husband needed in order to learn and understand the birthing process. So when we ended up in a c-section with our first for breech presentation, we knew immediately that we would be going for VBAC with our next. As soon as we were pregnant again we started the conversation of hiring a doula and knew we wanted to interview Wendy. We were so impressed with her ability to connect with both of us, she was on OUR team. After hiring, anytime I had any concern before or after an appointment or just with pregnancy, wife-life and mothering a toddler, she was there to embrace me with her words! She just GETS it! Wendy inspired me with her tenderness and direct words in my anxieties. She talked me through all of the ins and outs of VBAC. We knew we'd likely have another "big" baby and that since I had never been in labor before that I'd go late. I didn't want to be induced at all. Wendy gave us evidence-based information, as well as stories of her experiences with other families and this helped us make decisions leading up to spontaneous labor and we couldn't have appreciated it more! After being up all night and having a slow but intense labor, my baby was not just big, she happened to be surprise BROW presentation (we didn't know until she was out!). During pushing I remember bawling and begging for Wendy. She knew I needed strong words and I knew she'd give them to me! The rest of my team was exhausted but she came through and told me to get my baby out! My husband and I both agree that without Wendy we would not have had the successful VBAC. She was such a critical member of our team! One of my favorite birth pictures is of my husband crying and embracing her after our baby was born. Wendy will be on our team for all of our future births! read more

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2020 has been a crazy year and to be pregnant during this time has been interesting and stressful. That's why I'm so glad we found Catherine Minor to help us navigate the arrival of our son. I think everyone who is having a baby should have a doula. Cat help guide us through the whole process of having a baby. At the hospital she was our advocate who was great and explaining every detail to me and my husband. I was a little out of it and I was glad she was there to make sure we both fully understand what was going on. read more

We had a fantastic birth experience with Tisha as our doula: she knows her stuff cold, is very professional, takes initiative when the going gets tough, and has a sense of humor that keeps you sane in the 10th hour of labor. She is a fixture at Portland area hospitals. And she's a lactation consultant! My wife opted for a natural birth, and to quote her: "I couldn't have done it without Tisha". We wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking! read more