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.

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.

Laurel was amazing! We needed help getting on a more consistent daytime schedule and helping our 8…read moremonth old sleep through the night. With the detailed plan, daily check ins and overall support he was taking longer naps during the day and completely sleeping through the night after two weeks! Highly recommend!!

Laurel was very helpful in figuring out our child's sleep pattern and preferences. After working…read morewith Laurel, our child was able to sleep independently. Laurel was respectful of our wishes for a gentler approach. She was also very communicative throughout the process.

Krista is an exceptional lactation consultant and doula!!!…read more I was seeking help nursing my second child, and had no luck even with the great support at the hospital. I was even told we likely wouldn't be able to nurse for meals at one point. But with Krista's help we are successfully 100% nursing! Krista's work with us was highly individualized. She listened closely to the difficulties, considered our goals, and made adjustments/suggestions that helped immediately. It was different than other approaches which had felt like they were teaching a specific protocol. With Krista she is really attuned to both bodies and fluidly offers repositioning that works. Plus she gave great practical advice to make our transition from bottle to breast achievable. On our first visit she showed up with a super thoughtful New Parent Care Package, on the last she gave us a book she had written about doulas for children with a thoughtful note for our family. She also offered advice on helping our toddler welcome our new family member. It is clear that Krista has found her calling, I highly recommend her work and Relief Parenting to any parent. We need all the positive support we can get!

Kenzie is a phenomenal doula. She was upbeat and positive, respectfully hands on and completely…read morepresent for me during my labor and birth. She provided emotional and physical support, was encouraging and helpful in every way. Some examples of how she helped include helping me get to the bathroom, in and out of the birth tub, to my bed, gave me my drinks, provided counter pressure during my contractions and was happy to help every time! She was also fun and helped me laugh a lot between contractions. She was so kind and positive it made needing help from her a pleasure instead of feeling like an inconvenience. She's exactly the kind of doula I wanted to support me and my family during the birth of my 5th baby. She's a complete natural and super enthusiastic about birth. She's a joy to have around and was an invaluable part of my birth team. Everyone who interacted with her, from my kids, husband, midwife and nurse had high praise for her. She's worth her weight in gold and if I ever have another baby I hope she would work with me again as she is a true delight. I cannot recommend her enough.

Working with Aarani was such a game changer for me!! I was really struggling in those early…read moreweeks--between the hormonal ups and downs and the pain of breastfeeding, I felt lost and discouraged. Aarani stepped in with so much warmth, expertise, and reassurance. She took the time to really watch what was going on, explain things clearly, and guide me in a way that actually worked for me and my baby. I never felt judged or rushed, and she made sure I left each session feeling more confident than when I started. Thanks to her support, breastfeeding went from being stressful to something I could truly enjoy. I recommend her to every new mom I know--having the right support in postpartum makes all the difference.

I cannot say enough positive things about my experience with Aarani. From our very first meeting,…read moreshe made me feel heard, supported, and empowered. Breastfeeding didnt come easily at first, but her knowledge, patience, and encouragement made all the difference. Aarani took the time to understand my concerns, provided practical tips tailored to my situation, and followed up to make sure things were improving. Thanks to her, I feel more confident and comfortable feeding my baby. I am so grateful for her support during such a vulnerable and important time. Highly recommend to any mom needing guidance. She is awesome!!

Krista is an amazing post partum doula and lactation consultant. In addition to her extensive…read moretraining, skills and years of experience, she has a lovely presence and soothing demeanor which helped me relax and feel like things were well taken care of. She was truly able to help the whole family - including recovery from c section, trouble shooting breast feeding issues, loving infant care, preparing delicious meals for the whole family and providing excellent care for our toddler. She really helps new moms with self care, reminding you to eat and rest and allow her to make your life easier. Even as a second-time mom, I had peace of mind knowing our family was in her care. She also made herself available for questions and troubleshooting between visits by phone or email, which was quite helpful as well.

From the owner: Providing in-home doula and breastfeeding support, parental education, and quality care for your…read moreentire family through the first months of your newborn's life. Services include: Newborn care (bathing, diapering, soothing/sleeping techniques, developmental education, etc) Parenting education (attachment style vs. scheduled style, discipline, role transitions, etc) Sibling adjustment (preparing sibling, inclusion techniques, coping skills, etc) Breastfeeding education and support (Krista is a certified lactation counselor) Safe bottle/formula feeding education Emotional support and companionship (a listening ear, coping skills, extra set of hands, etc) Sleep (techniques to help baby and naps to help parents) Daily tasks (laundry, dishes, meal preparation, household organization) Phone, email, and in-home personal support All services are customized to fit your family's individual needs!

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.