Ellie is an absolute gem. My husband and I first worked with her as a sleep consultant during a…read morebrutal 18 month sleep regression for our daughter. Both empathetic and whip-smart, Ellie helped identify specific actions we could take to get sleep back on track. It was so reassuring to make a plan with her and to have real time follow up so that we could course correct and adjust as needed. When we encountered some challenges with the 2 to 1 nap transition, Ellie was the only person we wanted help from and once again she was exactly the resource we needed. We also felt SO supported by Ellie as a birth and postpartum doula for our second child. Using zoom, email, text, and phone, Ellie was like an expert big sister in the weeks leading up to the birth, as well as in the beginnings of labor, and most especially in the early postpartum period. The birth escalated so quickly that there wasn't time for zoom support, but honestly the postpartum support alone was invaluable (and thank goodness for Ellie's nudge via phone for us to hightail it to the hospital-- our son was almost born in the car). Her expertise in sleep and lactation along with being a thoughtful and experienced mom of three... I truly can't speak highly enough. We will forever be grateful to Ellie for helping us grow into happier, stronger parents, and she will forever be our go-to for all questions parenting / birth / sleep!

Working with Ellie was a wonderful experience. I am so grateful that she was our doula for my…read morefirst birth as there are so many questions and unknowns. Ellie helped us navigate all of this and made me feel incredibly supported.

I took the "birth doula 3 day course " this weekend and at first I admit I was scared because I…read moreassume this class should be taking in person vs virtual however after three days working and receiving information and being taught by Tara and Lorie. I left this class tonight feeling , confident and prepare to take the next step to becoming certified! so thank you both for making this class , fun yet informing us with so much!

Highly recommend Birthing Gently! I used them for my first pregnancy and delivery at Brigham and…read moreWomen's and could not have done it with out Mary! Tara was great to work with and had me virtually meet as many doulas as I needed to in order to find a match. Once I chose Mary she brought so much peace of mind to my pregnancy and was a constant presence throughout the pregnancy and labor and delivery experience. Plan to use them again for baby #2!

The first days and weeks with a baby are a mix of excitement and exhaustion. After my second child…read morewas born, Amanda was a great help making me feel relaxed and capable of taking on my new role as a mom to two young children. She felt like a longtime friend who knew exactly what to do. She's so easy to talk to and a strong support for mothers. She helped with my two year old and was immediately at ease with my newborn. She brings a sense of calm and compassion. I was so happy to find her and hope anyone considering hiring her to do so. It will make those first weeks so much better.

As a first time mom, despite the excitement, it could be very stressful and nerve wracking. Amanda…read moreworked both as a day time and overnight postpartum doula around 3rd week after our baby girl was born. She really helped ease my nerves with her easy going nature and knowledge about newborns. She is also very proactive- constantly finding things she can help me with without me even asking. Most importantly, she understands every parent and every baby have their own timetable and style, and she does not pose judgement on them- but rather being supportive and open about it. In a few weeks, she feels more like a friend/ family than someone we just work with. Thank you! Amanda!

My husband and I wanted to hire a birth doula to make us each feel more comfortable and confident…read morewith labor prep and the process of birth and labor itself (this was our first child). We both wanted someone to support and advocate for us in the hospital if need be and I wanted an experienced person to be with me throughout my time at the hospital to help me through an unmedicated labor should I decide to go that route. After lots of research and interviews we hired Tara for her calm, capable demeanor and her level of experience as both a a doula and a midwife. Tara visited our home twice in my later pregnancy to get to know us and to understand our wishes and build my birth plan. She also helped us to prepare for early laboring at home with labor positions and advice on staying hydrated and resting as much as possible before going in to the hospital. I went into the process with an open mind, thinking that I might attempt an unmedicated birth but I wasn't at all against an epidural or other pain management should I feel it necessary. Tara never tried to dissuade me from that plan in any way which I really appreciated. I ended up laboring at home for 18 hours before going into the hospital - throughout the day we were in constant contact with Tara and she listened to my voice and my contractions to help us make the decision as to when to go in. The nurses at the hospital told us we timed it perfectly when I got there. After a couple of hours laboring in triage with very intense contractions, I made the decision to get an epidural. My labor progressed quickly after my epidural and shortly after Tara arrived at the hospital, it was time for me to push. She worked alongside our amazing Beth Israel nurses and doctors in a really cohesive way and was a grounding presence helping to keep me hydrated, calm, and making sure I was as comfortable as possible and that my husband was able to be by my side and supporting me like he wanted to. She kept a log of events that happened during my labor (which I definitely would have forgotten/been unaware of) and even took our first family photos once our son was born. Since I had an epidural and had labored at home for most of the time, our time with Tara was much different than I had envisioned (she was really only physically there with us for my time pushing). Had I gone ahead with an unmedicated birth, we would have made "better use" of her since I would have felt like I needed her in the hospital with us sooner. Nevertheless, my husband and I were so grateful for her calming presence throughout the day and for the time we did have her there with us despite not feeling like we "needed" her as much. It was still so nice to have her with us! We are so grateful to Tara for her guidance and support and highly recommend her to all other parents-to-be!

Tara was so incredible throughout our labor and delivery, as well as in her prenatal and postpartum…read moresupport. Through every step of our through-the-night labor, Tara was present, calming and grounding, and gave so much gentle and helpful guidance around everything from positions to hydration to thinking through key decisions. It was a challenging but incredibly rewarding experience, and Tara's support was instrumental the whole way. Additionally, everyone we spoke with at Mt. Auburn had such glowing things to say about her when we mentioned we were working with her as our doula. We are so lucky to have been supported by her.

Martha sets a new bar for postpartum doulas. She is a consummate professional while also being…read morekind, loving, knowledgable, and empathetic. She is exactly who you want to have in your village when you're navigating the first hectic days, weeks, and months at home with a newborn. She is a wealth of information but doesn't give unsolicited advice. She is reliable and an excellent communicator. She goes out of her way to make sure you are comfortable, and you will quickly learn that your baby is in the best hands (besides your own) while Martha is providing overnight care. We were beyond lucky to work with Martha and would recommend her without hesitation.

I didn't think I had very much new to learn as a third-time mom. Boy, was I wrong! Martha taught me…read moreso much: everything from new breastfeeding positions, to the best strategies for "tummy time," to managing sibling relationships, to organizing my kids' stuff, to self-care strategies and encouragement. She's also perfectly happy to hold the baby while you shower or do errands. I was beyond impressed by the breadth and depth of her knowledge about babies and "mom life" in general. I couldn't have gotten through the postpartum period so successfully without her. Do yourself (or your daughter, daughter-in-law, sister, granddaughter, friend, etc.) a huge favor and hire Martha as your postpartum doula. You will be calmer, better-rested, and a more confident mom because of her!

I recently was provided care by Jen Ross of Lionheart midwifery. After trying to go the local…read morewomen's health practice and plan on hospital birth, I realized I couldn't go that route any further in my pregnancy. The care that I was recieving was impersonal. With different midwives every visit I felt like I was a folder not a person. I was scared of what would happen during labor in a hospital full of people I had never even met, how would I be treated then? I decided to look for a midwife and see if it was an option for me. I quickly found Jen Ross of Lionheart Midwifery and setup the consultation. I knew from the first appointment that it was a better option for me so we moved forward with no pressure from her. Our prenatal appointments were very thorough, she was very knowledgeable and offered me options. Jen was organized and professional yet personable and easy to talk to. The delivery went very smoothly, it was a completely natural process that I can reflect on with a smile. I was also extremely impressed with the aftercare we received. She was easy to reach by text with any questions and her visits at home put me at ease and made the whole experience magical. I can't recommend Jen Ross from Lionheart Midwifery enough. It's easy to tell she has a true passion for what she does!

From the owner: Lionheart midwifery is a home-birth midwifery practice, which means I come to you for all your…read moreneeds in the child-bearing years! I provide pre-conception counseling, home IUI / ICI with fresh or frozen sperm, full scope prenatal care, labor/birth support in your home, postpartum & lactation care for you and newborn care for your baby. I also provide well-person care including pap smears, breast/chest exams and contraceptive counseling. Other services: in-hospital Doula services, placenta encapsulation, birth tub rental and lactation care breast/chest feeding support. I practice based on the "The Midwifery Model of Care" which focuses on the holistic, family-centered ways parents can prepare for this time of life. Midwives acknowledge that the process of bringing a baby into the world is not just a physiological process; it happens within a social, emotional, and spiritual context. The Midwifery Model of Care focuses on preventive care, promoting health and shared decision-making.

I have been a labor and delivery nurse for the majority of my career. I have had the absolute…read morepleasure of working with Enza during countless births and have had such an amazing working relationship and experience with Enza that I am compelled to write a review. I have learned so much from her regarding positions, her spinning babies knowledge, simply her calm demeanor and her ability to advocate for her laboring families. I recently had the immense pleasure of working with Enza during a multi day induction. In every other similar situation that I have encountered this birth would have ended up in a c-section, not for lack of trying for a vaginal delivery but simply because of arrest of dilation. Enza was there for countless hours with more energy and a seemingly bottomless bag of labor tricks even when our traditional methods of induction proved futile. Enza has developed such a strong and trusting relationship with all of the healthcare providers at my place of work. We worked as a collaborative team and this incredibly family was able to have the birth they had desired and all parties were healthy and happy. It was truly remarkable to witness. I would encourage anyone to utilize Enza's well of compassion and knowledge during their pregnancy, labor and postpartum period. She is not only an amazing doula but an incredible friend.

Hiring Enza was the best the best decision we made for our prenatal, labor/delivery and post-natal…read morecare. She instilled a true sense of peace and knowledge into the entire process. She met with us to discuss any and all questions, nothing was too trivial. She was empowering, a voice of reason, a calm presence, and a cheerleader all at once. After our baby was born, she was invaluable resource on sleep and breastfeeding. Her job didn't just end once our little one arrived. How amazing! Should we ever need another doula, Enza will 100% have our business.

Nicole is amazing! Her placenta encapsulation services were incredibly professional and very…read moreresponsive. Her post-partum doula services have been tremendously supportive to me and my new baby. She has been integral to the well-being of our family!

I highly recommend Nicole if you're interested in placenta encapsulation. The whole process was a…read morepleasant one. She was kind, professional, easy to contact & quick to repond. I received the product in a timely manner & it was inexpensive. I'm very happy with her services!

Hilary and her team were all top notch, and I would recommend them most highly to any newborn…read moreparent. We worked with Molly S for postpartum doula help. Molly was an invaluable support both emotionally and with practical help during a difficult time. It was like having a wiser, older sister help out and counsel a few times a week. She is kind, knowledgeable, and brings a lot of mom wisdom from parenting her own three kids. The back office structure and onboarding and contracting process were all fast and efficient. Highly recommend.

I truly do not have enough words to express my sincere gratitude and praise for Hilary and her…read moreteam. I sent Hilary a message at 2am after months of sleepless nights and she promptly replied the next day and set up a call for us to chat. She completely understood not only what I was going through and the help that my family and I needed but she has the kindest, most caring, loving and dedicated team who were willing to jump in at a moments notice to ensure that our baby boy got the love and care he needed so that the rest of us could get some much needed rest. If anyone is thinking about a night nurse or daytime doula, I would 1000% recommend Hilary and her team.