We worked with Lisa as our doula to help deliver our first baby, and she was more than we could have ever hoped for. We engaged Gentle Seed for prenatal consulting, birth-delivery support, and postpartum consulting. What really stood out is the genuine approach and positive energy that Lisa brought to every interaction together. We never felt like "we were just another client". She always listened and answered our questions thoughtfully - and believe me, there have been A LOT of them! I'll admit, at first, I was skeptical about engaging a doula for our birthing experience. But now I can confidently say that I am a fan and an advocate. If you are considering any doula support, I strongly recommend reaching out to Gentle Seed! Thanks, Lisa and team! read more

They were absolutely incredible, an extension of our family for several months after our second daughter was born. Working with them was a game-changer for us. They're extremely knowledgeable about newborn and infant care. Compassionate, professional, and flexible. I can't imagine going through the first few months of our daughter's life without their help, support, and partnership! read more

I would give Gentle Seed Doulas my highest recommendation! As a first time mama I had no idea what was in store for my pregnancy, birth, or postpartum experience. Unfortunately, both my mother and closest grandmother have passed on, so I wasn't able to get familial advice throughout this process and was craving some motherly/maternal guidance. Both Lisa and Gillian were able to fill that void and offer an amazing amount of support, practical information, and recommendations. In particular, it was super helpful to have a visit a few weeks before my due date to talk through all aspects of the birthing process. Furthermore, Gillian and Lisa were there for me 24/7 when I was experiencing early labor at home and gave me tons of applicable advice for pain relief and maintaining a helpful mental state. After my labor broke at 4:30AM, things started advancing extremely quickly, and you could imagine my relief when I walked into the hospital at about 5:30AM and found Lisa already waiting for me. I was able to have an unmedicated/natural water birth, which was my dream birthing experience. Lisa was there the whole time and there were three things specifically that stand out in my mind about that day: (1) Lisa gave me fantastic advice about which positions to try to help maximize my pushing abilities, (2) She held my hand to help calm me down while repeating positive and comforting statements about my strength and ability to give birth, and (3) She took tons of pictures and a video of the exact moment when my son was born that is priceless and something that I have watched over and over. On top of that, she provided a ton of support for the first month postpartum and was very helpful in smoothing out my breastfeeding experience. I will without a doubt be using Gentle Seed Doulas for future pregnancies/births and will remain forever grateful for their role in a very meaningful part of my life. read more

We highly recommend Lisa and Jen. During the pregnancy, they helped us figure out our birthing preferences and what to expect during delivery. Then nothing went according to plan. They were so supportive, knowledgable, and compassionate during the labor, the c-section and after, we are not sure how we would have make it without them. They also helped us communicate with the physicians and nurses during key moments of the late pregnancy and labor. They suggested questions and solutions in order to meet our birth preferences for as long as possible. A clear advantage in our mind is that having met with both of them every time, we were as comfortable having Lisa or Jen with us during delivery. None of them felt like the backup. read more

I am so grateful I reached out to Gentle Seed and had Melissa as my doula. Having a doula isn't only about the big delivery day, but it's also about having a support system for all the questions and concerns in-between. Without a doubt, I know that going with Gentle Seed changed the outcome of my pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum time in such a positive and supported way. Melissa was empathetic, knowledgeable, kind, and very present! read more

Lisa was absolutely fantastic at being supportive and knowledgeable during the pregnancy, birth, and postpartum of our first baby. She helped us navigate the birth community by giving current birthing preferences and suggestions for other birthing professionals to add to our support team. Prior to and during our birthing time she was always kind and available for us. She was also very helpful in preparing my wife mentally for labor and delivery and postpartum period. Lisa was such a crucial part of our birth team and I credit her for so much of our birth plan success! We will definitely use Gentle Seed Doulas again. read more

I highly recommend Gentle Seed Doulas. I used it for postpartum overnight support, and Kate was great. She was lovely with my newborn, and she helped me with all my questions as a first time parent. Even though I wish I had her helping us forever , my husband and I feel much more secure now to take care of our little one by ourselves. read more

Gentle Seed Doulas are the absolute best out there in all your pregnancy, birthing and postpartum needs! They are super helpful in every aspect and provide a sense of care and ease that is hard to come by. I was so excited to have a postpartum doula for my first pregnancy and I feel that it really made the home transition so much more calm and enjoyable for my family. Please make what can be a stressful and difficult time of healing and big change and do yourself a favor and contact Gentle Seed Doulas. You will feel so much more confident during this time with this professional group behind you and I promise you won't regret it! read more

Lisa was our doula for the birth of our daughter ten days ago. She was an *amazing* partner for my husband and I during the epic five (!!) days of labor and natural childbirth. We literally could not have done it without Lisa's calming presence and unwavering support and encouragement. Our OB was so impressed that she asked us for Lisa's contact information to pass on to other expecting mamas. It is difficult to articulate just how special it was to have Lisa with us, but I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Gentle Seed Doulas to anyone. read more