I found Rebekkah (supported serenity) through the Birth Center of Chicago's referral list, who works in tandem with Amber (Lorelei Lu Doula), and after browsing many doula websites, I knew right away that they were the team I wanted by my side. They supported me through my entire prenatal, birth, and postpartum journey with such steady care.When the Birth Center of Chicago temporarily closed due to a staffing shortage, I had to transfer to Burr Ridge Birth Center (also wonderful!). Amber and Rebekkah ensured the transition was completely seamless, and I still felt fully supported during such a major change at seven months pregnant. Throughout my pregnancy, they offered calm reassurance and evidence-based guidance that truly prepared me for birth. I felt confident, grounded, and ready. Rebekkah attended my birth and later encapsulated my placenta--she even delivered the capsules with homemade cookies. During labor, her clear explanations of what was happening helped me stay present, focused, and connected to what my body was capable of. I'm endlessly grateful that I found them. I cannot recommend this doula team enough! read more

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I couldn't say better things about Rebekkah, if I did it would come off like a stalker. I love her, I have had her for both of my son's births. One with an epidural and one without. Her comfort of knowing what I needed and when I needed it was unmatched. Her knowledge about birth and positioning was amazing. She held what I valued and needed to a standard. And she was the strength I needed to continue on. read more

If you're looking for the best doula team, look no further!! Rebekkah and Amber are the best of the best and were such blessings to our family throughout pregnancy, birth and postpartum. I didn't decide to hire a doula until my third trimester and I got so lucky that Amber and Rebekkah happened to have a spot open up. I made the decision to hire them right after my initial consult (no brainer, I felt connected to them immediately!) and from the moment I hired them they were so communicative. I was sent endless resources, we met right away and they checked in with me weekly. Amber was on call for my birth This was my third birth and I had never hired a doula in the past. Having a doula changed my birth experience in the best way. Amber was instrumental in helping me maintain a peaceful, controlled mindset that lead to the most incredible birth experience. If you are at all on the fence about hiring a doula or don't know which route to go, take this as a sign that Rebekkah and Amber are the right choice for you! They will help you make informed choices, feel empowered and in control of your birth. I now feel like I have two new sweet friends in Rebekkah and Amber read more

When looking for a doula, my husband and I immediately agreed that Rebekkah would be the right fit for us. After taking us on as a client, Rebekkah and Amber teamed up as a pair which resulted in us getting double the support. Leading up to labor, they were frequently checking in on me and providing helpful tips and tools to prepare myself and my body. I ended up having days long labor in which both Rebekkah and Amber were available at all times of the day. After coming and going three separate times (yes, it was that long) and completely adjusting my birth plan, Rebekkah was there to welcome our baby girl into the world. She not only supported us through labor, but supported my family as they waited anxiously. She has become a part of our family after this journey and we'll always be connected. We are forever grateful!! read more

Having Rebekkah as my doula allowed me to have a healing birth experience, one where I brought my daughter into the world from a place of power and peace. I was terrified to give birth after a prolonged and difficult first labor delivering my son. Rebekkah was a crucial part of my team for both my first and second birth. Rebekkah supported me in maintaining movement throughout labor while respecting and supporting my desire to have an epidural, avoid pitocin augmentation, and feel in control. She helped me cope when an epidural was not available right away and when it wore off right before delivery, and supported me and my spouse while we were in the hospital. Rebekkah brings with her a sense of calm, and a wealth of knowledge that makes you feel like you have an insider and a friend on your team. read more

Rebekkah acted as my doula both at the birth center of Chicago and in the hospital after an unexpected transfer. At the birth center, Rebekkah helped pain management and progression of labor through verbal direction, verbal encouragement, use of materials (tens machine) and hands on support. She arranged the room in a way I had previously described (low light with strings of gentle light around the room). Rebekkah was actively engaged and provided guidance that wildly improved my experience with unmedicated labor. After several hours of labor, I decided to go to the hospital for an epidural and Pitocin, as I was not progressing. Rebekkah accompanied me and my support team to the hospital. She advocated for my friend when they almost denied her entry. She reviewed my birth plan and made sure the right people had it. Following 12+ hours, Rebekkah was relieved by her partner. After another 12+ hour Rebekkah returned to the hospital to support me as I went in and came out of an emergency c section. She supported my husband with skin to skin as I was finishing in surgery and helped me get my first latch with my baby in the recovery area. On top of it all she took a ton of photos in both settings. I cannot recommend her enough to anyone in any setting. She is engaged, knowledgeable, and gentle yet firm with advocacy. Thank you Rebekah for your presence and professionalism through a long and wild labor that took very unexpected turns. Although the experience didn't look anything like I had hoped (hospital transfer, cesarean) I cannot imagine how I could have done it without her support. read more

If you're thinking about working with Rebekkah, do it. She truly has a gift. My husband and I feel so lucky and grateful to have found her. I strongly believe her support at my birth was one of the most important reasons it went so well. Rebekkah is incredibly knowledgeable and well-researched, and she's very genuine in the way she provides emotional support too. I really liked that she was focused not only on supporting me but my husband as well. She loves to learn, and it shows. She even mentors other doulas. In labor, I felt that all of Rebekkah's skills benefited me, and I felt so confident and calm. She knew exactly what I needed in every moment even before I did--coaching me through movements, keeping me hydrated, guiding me on ways to manage discomfort, giving me breathing techniques, and knowing the exact right thing to say. Her support throughout pregnancy gave me a great deal of confidence too, especially in a world where there's so much conflicting information, she helped me make sense of it all and helped me trust my instincts. I chose Rebekkah as my doula even before I chose a provider and birth setting. The importance of a doula can really not be understated, and I wish all parents could have a doula as wonderful as Rebekkah. read more

Rebekkah was such a critical support person in my unmedicated birth. With her, I never felt like it was not possible - we only focused on how to make it the best experience. She is very direct and confident, which was reassuring for me as a first time mom. We spent all day laboring at home, and she was key in keeping me comfortable but also switching things up to keep labor progressing. We ended up at the birth center and our daughter was born just 30 minutes later. Rebekkah prepared us some food to enjoy afterward and made sure we were comfortable before leaving us to enjoy those first quiet moments with our baby. Postpartum, she is a wealth of knowledge and truly cares about all of her clients. I would have her as our doula again in a heartbeat! read more

We are so glad we chose to work with Rebekkah and Amber for this our first pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Especially going through all of this for the first time it was huge to us to be able to get their experienced and informed opinions on all the "is this normal?" questions, follow their recommendations to find other great local care providers when needed, make informed decisions, and prepare well in all the ways for the birth and postpartum. I really appreciated the opportunities they gave to get to know them so that I didn't feel like I was heading into labor with a stranger. My hope was to have a natural, physiological, unmedicated birth, and with their help, the help of my husband, and God's grace I was able to achieve that! Amber was the one on call for my labor and delivery, and she was great! We would have been lost without her. She helped us navigate the early labor, know when to try to rest, when to change things up to try to move things along, and when to go to the hospital, etc. She was the perfect balance of encouraging and supportive without being pushy or annoying. There is so much these days with hospital standard practices etc. that unnecessarily interferes with the natural process and often does not promote the health of mom and baby, I felt so much more confident heading into the labor and delivery knowing that Amber or Rebekkah would be there to help us navigate any complications that might arise. Thankfully I had a pretty uneventful labor and delivery - I think a good deal of credit for that goes to feeling well prepared and supported. Thank you, Amber and Rebekkah! read more

Rebekkah is absolutely amazing. From the day we started working with her and after the birth of our sweet little baby boy, she has been a solid rock in our family's foundation. From the coffee dates, to after birth check-ins and everything in between. We hit the doula jackpot. Rebekkah truly cares about her clients and her work reflects that. She's incredibly knowledgeable and is there to guide you step by step with any questions you may have while sending you evidence backed literature to help you make the best decision for you and your family. She made the process towards birth incredibly easy with reminders and check-ins. As we got closer, we checked in even more. During labor, Rebekkah came over and not only did she help me progress but she also provided me with the tools to help achieve my unmedicated birth at the Burr Ridge Birth Center. We would not have been able to do it without her. We highly recommend her for all your doula needs! From the bottoms of our hearts, thank you Rebekkah. read more

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I don't think I can thank Rebekkah enough! This was my first pregnancy and hired Rebekkah towards the end of the second trimester. I heard how beneficial doulas can be and decided to interview many. Right after meeting Rebekkah I knew she was the perfect fit for my husband and I! She was so helpful throughout the whole process, very informative and knowledgeable, always providing great resources! In addition, you can tell she cares so much about her clients and prioritizes connecting with them. Without Rebekkah I'm not sure if I would have been able to follow through with my birth plan! If you need a doula, don't look anywhere else, she is the one :) read more

After a traumatic first birth that ended in an unplanned C-section, I knew I wanted something different the second time around--and finding Supported Serenity was one of the best decisions I could have made. From the start, Rebekkah and Amber provided compassionate, professional, and thorough care that made all the difference in my VBAC journey. The education they provided leading up to labor was invaluable. They took the time to truly get to know me, listen to my fears and hopes, and prepare me mentally and emotionally for what was ahead. That connection and trust carried into my labor experience and made all the difference--I felt safe, supported, and genuinely cared for. My labor was intense, but having Rebekkah and Amber by my side (I was lucky enough to experience both of them during my labor), guiding my thoughts and actions based on the tools and conversations we had during our prenatal visits, kept me grounded and focused. I truly believe their presence and support were pivotal in the success of my VBAC. These women gave me the empowering birth experience I had hoped for, and I will forever recommend them to anyone in search of a doula--especially those pursuing a VBAC. Their knowledge, care, and calming presence are unmatched. read more

Rebekkah is the best! Having a calm, supportive, and well-educated doula by my side was essential to getting the birth I wanted. She spent time with my family prenatally to make sure we felt fully equipped mentally and physically for birth and postpartum. We took her Spinning Babies class too, which was amazing! It helped us learn about baby positioning, and how to optimize my movements before and during labor to have it go as smoothly as possible. Thank you for being there for our family, Rebekkah! read more

I'm a first time mom and I knew going into the birth process that I'd want a doula. I'm also very shy, so the thought of being vulnerable around a new person made me a bit uncomfortable, but the first moment I spoke with Rebekkah I knew she was going to be right for our family. She immediately put me at ease, is calm, confident, and truly cares about what she does and each family she works with. Rebekkah was a great comfort during my long early labor at home and once at the hospital with keeping me focused on my breathing and giving me the encouragement and support that I needed. Rebekkah was such an important part of my birth process and will always hold a special place in my heart. I cannot recommend her enough and am grateful she was there with us as our baby made his way into the world. read more

I've utilized Rebekkah's Doula services for both of my pregnancies-which in turn was one the best investment's I've made. The second time around, Rebekkah provided me with excellent service, advice and guidance throughout my pregnancy. Rebekkah was unable to be with me during labor, but coordinated with another Doula in her network, Tiffany, who provided me with outstanding care during labor, delivery and post-delivery. I could not thank Rebekkah enough for making sure that, while she couldn't physically be with me the day of delivery, she provided excellent coaching and support and arranged it so that I received excellent care and attention. My husband and I's concerns about me being alone, potentially not being heard/listened too and my level of care were all prioritized which made my birthing experience the second time around easier. Rebekkah is extremely knowledgeable, engaging, resourceful a true birth ally I believe to be necessary during one of your most vulnerable and exciting life moment(s). We couldn't have navigated these times without her; for which we are eternally grateful. read more

Rebekkah was a fantastic birth doula - I would highly recommend her if you are considering having doula support for birth. My husband and I decided to hire a doula for the birth of our first child after reading "Expecting Better" by Emily Oster and looking into data on how much doulas help increase birth satisfaction and decrease the rate of complications. We are both scientists and were looking for somebody who would be able to give evidence-based advice, advocate for us at the hospital, and provide hands-on support - Rebekkah was a perfect fit. We were hoping for an unmedicated birth with our first baby, and there is no way we would have done it without Rebekkah. She is knowledgeable, available, and very calm under pressure. Her support started long before we were in the delivery room. At the prenatal appointment, Rebekkah introduced us to the exercises from Spinning Babies, which helped ease my discomfort in pregnancy and potentially prepare my body for birth. Per our request, she also shared some options for birth education classes beyond what our hospital offered. Both spinning babies and the extra birth ed class of these turned out to be incredibly helpful for me to be able to have the unmedicated birth I was hoping for. She was always just a phone call or text away before birth to answer any questions we had during pregnancy. Rebekkah radiates a sense of calm under pressure. She helped me labor at home when my husband and I were running out of coping techniques. At the hospital, as I was getting exhausted after two hours of pushing and the OB on duty was contemplating interventions, she kept helping me try different positions and kept me motivated until our son was born. I also think Rebekkah did a very good job advocating for us with the hospital staff and at the same time keeping the environment friendly and collaborative. Rebekkah just knows what she is doing and I would highly recommend her! read more

We moved to Illinois from Minnesota when I was 5mo pregnant. I knew I wanted to try for a VBAC and I didn't know a ton about the hospital systems or birth centers in the area and I knew I wanted a doula. I interviewed a few women and I knew almost instantly that I wanted Rebekkah, and I cannot say enough about how happy I am to have chosen her. She was always accessible and available via text or phone call whenever my anxiety started creeping in. When I had decisions to make she was so good at helping me talk through all scenarios to make an informed decision. She was also so helpful in creating a birth plan that felt perfect for us. She had such a calming demeanor which balanced my frantic mind and I was so grateful for that! Sadly, my birth didn't go according to plan and she wasn't able to be in my c-section but I don't regret hiring her at all because all the support she gave us leading up to my birth was worth every penny. She even did some postpartum work for us and it was so incredibly helpful. She helped with laundry, dishes, meal prep, and wore my newborn in a carrier so I could nap while doing it all! Oh and don't get me started on the lactation balls she made that I still crave every day :). If you're looking for a doula, she is the one! Rebekkah will forever hold a special place in our hearts as she helped us through one of the most significant parts of our life. read more

I had the privilege of having Rebekkah as my doula during the birth of my baby girl. Weeks before my baby's due date Rebekkah had taken the time to meet with me and work on my birth plan to make sure all possible issues associated with the birth of my child were addressed. It was reassuring and empowering for me to learn that I could ask for certain accommodations to make my baby's birth a positive experience. Rebekkah checked-in with me throughout the pregnancy and that made me feel that I could really count on her and ask her anything. It was nice to have someone else invested in my pregnancy and my baby's birth. The date of my c-section came and Rebekkah walked into the hospital with me and my husband. She was immediately advocating for me to have my wishes considered. We even spoke with the supervising nurse to make sure my birth plan would be followed. Rebekkah also helped facilitate my placenta encapsulation process and even took my placenta home with her so the encapsulator could pick it up and make the pills for me. Rebekkah even stayed with my husband and I and our newborn in the recovery room for some time and she gratuitously offered to take pictures of us. We have great pictures now because she was there. She also helped make sure my breastfeeding journey had a good start, making sure my baby was latching on well and encouraging me to ask for a lactation consultant at the hospital. My baby's arrival into the world was flawless and such a positive experience. I don't think that would have been the case had I not had Rebekkah as my doula. Births can be scary and even traumatic at times, but having a knowledgeable and caring doula by my side made a tremendous difference. I feel that a doula should be part of every woman's birth, it's an invaluable investment in one of the most important and terrifying days in a woman's life. read more

I cannot imagine getting to my baby's birthday without Rebekkah! Who knew that a Google search could lead to such an incredible member of my birth team? I felt connected with Rebekkah from our initial Zoom consultation and knew the value she would bring to my pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience. We took the Spinning Babies class with Rebekkah at about the halfway point of my pregnancy and started implementing those moves daily (the last time we did them at home was just hours before my water broke!). Rebekkah was always available by text and really helped me solidify my birth plan and preferences if I did need to be transferred to the hospital. Thankfully, I didn't, but I was so grateful and felt so confident having a plan in place. One of the most valuable parts of my doula care was the 37-week appointment. Rebekkah really takes her time with you. She answered all of our questions, gave us some new resources, and helped us practice a few relaxation techniques for labor. My favorite part of this was the beads - she has her clients make a bracelet. She wears the bracelets her clients make until they have their babies and then they get their bracelet back! I absolutely love mine and how symbolic it is - we were waiting for our baby to come and now I wear my bracelet as such a sweet reminder of the wait but also his birth! When I went into labor, we called Rebekkah and filled her in. She reminded us that it could be hours before baby arrived, but to keep her posted. With how quickly things moved from that point, we didn't have a chance to keep her posted! Luckily, she has excellent intuition and started driving to the birth center to meet us. She arrived shortly after we did and just in time to help me with some comfort measures. She was such an encouragement throughout labor and I highly recommend having her on your birth team!! She also took birth photos for us and I'm so glad we made the decision to do that. I will forever cherish the pictures of us meeting our baby and the golden hours afterward. Rebekkah does not leave you after your baby's birthday. She checks in through text and also comes to visit in person during the postpartum period. She did my placenta encapsulation as well and made baby's umbilical cord into a precious keepsake. I am so glad we decided to work with Rebekkah as we prepared for and welcomed our first baby! If you're on the fence about hiring a doula, have the consult with Rebekkah and you will immediately see the value of having her as part of your birth team. Fingers crossed that she has availability when we are ready for another baby! :) read more

Having Rebekkah for the second time has been a dream, she truly knows how to be there for you in every aspect of birth. After being induced and my labor slowing she suggested several things we could do to help baby engage. Not only was she so knowledgeable but it was like having the sister I never had be there with me, we laughed, we talked, walked and we welcomed our 7th baby in the water. I seriously couldn't have done it with out my husband and her by my side giving me words of encouragement and physically helping me, when I said help me she just understood I needed counter pressure, she was there with the snacks and water when I would forget to eat and drink, she also reminded my husband, who was nervous, the importance of him being nourished as well. read more

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As a FTM with a pregnancy full of unexpected challenges, I could not be happier wi the Rebekkah's doula services. Originally I wanted to have an unmedicated hospital delivery and knew my husband and I would need support. When we met with Rebbekah, we knew right away she was the right choice for us. After I had a negative experience at my OB office at the start of my third trimester, Rebbekah helped me find an amazing midwife group which greatly reduced my stress of trying to find a new provider so late in the game. She provided materials for me when I received my gestational diabetes diagnosis and all sorts of advice for flipping my baby when I found out he was transverse/breech. Finally, she showed up in the final hours for an ECV procedure just in case something went wrong and it turned into my baby's birth day, and Lo and behold, it did. While I was being prepped for my emergency c section, Rebbekah prayed with my husband, who was in shock over the suddenness of everything, and she came and helped me with my first breastfeeding experience and reminded me to breathe during my first fundal massage in recovery. She also snapped this beautiful and priceless photo of baby boy and I in recovery. Rebbekah is a dime a dozen and I highly recommend her services to any expecting or post partum mama. read more

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I cannot recommend Rebekkah enough. She was my doula for my 2019 baby, and I knew that I had to rehire her for my second birth. My goal with my second was to have an unmedicated birth and knowing that is something Rebekkah specializes in helped give me the confidence that I could do it. When my labor started, she was readily available to answer any questions and confirm when it was time to head to the hospital. She had techniques to help ease the pain such as the use of her TENS unit (which helped tremendously) and using counter pressure. She coached me and encouraged me the entire time, even when I was completely ready to give up, which I completely believe helped me achieve my unmedicated birth goal. After going through PPA/PPD with my first, I knew that I wanted to have my placenta encapsulated, which Rebekkah was able to do and made the entire process seamless. She worked with the hospital to make sure that my placenta was stored and ready to take home, and once she finished encapsulating it, she delivered it to my home (along with a keepsake from the cord). I truly believe that it made a huge difference in my recovery. Rebekkah was an asset to my family during my pregnancy, delivery, and post partum. She is a wealth of knowledge and truly helped me reach my goals and deliver a healthy and happy baby exactly how I wanted to. read more

Rebekkah is a great postpartum doula that I will definitely recommend for everyone. She is very detailed-oriented, patient, and knowledgeable. She took wonderful care of my baby boy since day 1. Working with her is so easy because she remembers everything and pays attention to details. She gets things done without us mentioning them to her. She made our first weeks with our newborn peaceful and relaxed. We could not have been happier. She is very compassionate and completely trustworthy. She is a good listener and always has answers to my questions. I love how she helps me with breastfeeding and offers creative ways to use overdue breast milk. She is very caring. She cared a lot about my emotional and physical recovery after birth. read more

I met Rebekkah when she showed up in my delivery room, 18 hours after I had checked in for my induction. My initially contracted doula broke her foot a few days before my due date, then my backup doula was in a birth when I went in for my induction. Rebekkah was sent by the agency I was using, and my husband, new baby and I are so fortunate for that turn of events. Having spent months getting to know another doula who I had planned on being with us for the delivery of our first child, I was a little uneasy being sent a back up, someone I'd never even spoken to before. But I was convinced I wanted a doula present so one was coming. Rebekkah showed up and within an hour, made me feel so at ease and supported. It was a relief to have someone keep me company while my husband got a much needed nap and then snack. She rubbed my feet, we chatted about our lives. As labor progressed, she spent what I remember as so many hours providing hip compressions as my epidural started to not work, and my prodromal labor wore on. She continued to check in with me after doctors, midwives, and nurses visited to make sure I was okay with how things were progressing. My only regret is that I wish she could have been with me in the operating room during the cesarean. She stayed with us in recovery for two hours after my unplanned cesarean. After we settled in at home with our new baby, Rebekkah proved to be an even greater help in my fourth trimester. Through nursing and supply struggles, she was always checking in on me. She was with me and showed me how to use my Ergobaby to wear my son for the very first time. The weekly Postpartum Support Group she hosts on Zoom was a great source of comfort for me, and continues to be, 5 months postpartum. When I asked her, she provided me with recommendations for a therapist. When she found out I was interested in donor milk for my son, she lead me to a local group. When my son started solids, and I became concerned with baby first aid, she pointed me to a local CPR class. Many mothers talk about the fourth trimester as lacking in support for the new mother, but Rebekkah made that completely untrue for my life. I could not have felt MORE supported by her. I feel incredibly lucky that by a strange turn of events, she came into my life. Any new parents, or second or third time parents, would not regret having Rebekkah in their corner during birth or postpartum. read more

Rebekkah and her partner Marie supported my first labor and delivery. I'm so grateful for their immense knowledge and emotional support. Their calming presence and expertise provided us with a lot of comfort and peace of mind during a stressful time, and they played a big role in why I'm content with my birth experience. Highly recommend hiring them! read more

Rebekkah was life changing when we had our little one. She was the only person besides my mom that I trusted with my baby. He had really bad reflux and was a challenge to feed. Rebekkah knows exactly what she's doing. She's patient, competent, and has years of experience. She's exactly who you want in your home post-baby. I wish I would have known her before-- I absolutely would have used her as my labor doula. I refer everyone to her. I wish I was having another baby so I could use her again. read more

Looking back on my pregnancy and birth experience, I am confident it wouldn't have been as special without Rebekkah. Not only was she available to answer my questions throughout pregnancy, she was the best coach for my husband during our birth and it's because of her that he knew ways to comfort me. She is so knowledgeable about birth and was able to explain all of our options to my husband and I. She listens without judgement and is totally focused on Mama during birth and the postpartum period. Rebekkah was hands on, provided encouragement throughout our birth space, and helped advocate for our desires in the hospital. I cannot recommend her enough - she is now a great friend and I am so grateful she was there with me as we welcomed our son into the world! read more

Rebekkah was the person I didn't know I needed at the birth of my third baby. She was the back-up for my doula who was sick on the big day. I talked with her in the morning when I thought I might be going into labor. She gave me a few suggestions and told me to call again when I thought things were progressing so she could have a heads up before I went to the birth center. Well, my body didn't give me a heads up, and she was very understanding when I called her to say I was heading to the birth center without any warning. I met Rebekkah for the first time when she arrived at the birth center and immediately got to work helping me through contractions. She offered a TENs unit and it was the most amazing relief I have experienced. She did hip squeezes and offered position suggestions. Things progressed quickly and she helped support my body in the birthing position I chose. My baby girl was born 2 hours and 28 minutes after Rebekkah walked through the door. After delivery, I got to talk with Rebekkah for a bit and realized she is such a wonderful human! I'm so grateful to God that she was who supported me through my final labor and delivery. It was my best birthing experience and I credit a lot of that to her expertise as a doula. I wish I knew about Rebekkah for my previous two births! read more

Rebekkah is an amazing doula! I'm grateful to have had such a knowledgeable, caring, and empowering woman to help me during my pregnancy and labor. She advocated for me and supported me throughout the process. Rebekkah was responsive, coaching me every step of the way, along with her partner, Marie. I highly recommend Rebekkah of Supported Serenity Doula Care and its services. read more

Ok, my review is loooooong overdue! My baby girl just turned 1 year old ... so in compensation here is longer review.;) We whole heartedly wish that everyone was able to get the same support that we got from Rebecca! Rebecca felt totally like the "Mary Poppins" of our life as a new family - helping us, as a postpartum doula, with her whole heart and love for babies to have the quickest recovery and the easiest transition to our new role as parents. Asking for help doesn't come easy to me or my husband but when we were preparing for the arrival of our lil one  (having no family or very close friends nearby) we knew right away we'll need some help while recovering so we can spend the most time binding with the love of our lives.We met Rebecca just a couple of days before giving birth and we already got the very best advise to reach out to a lactation consultant ahead of time just in case we needed one when time comes to ensure availability. (Turned out we needed one and my husband was able to schedule our first meeting in our home the very first day we went home from the hospital - and on top, we couldn't be happier with her recommendation). We truly feel blessed for being able to have her care and we'll cherish the time she spent with us for the rest of our lives. All the advices in regards to baby care and how not to waste money on unnecessary baby items, the mornings when she sneaked in to our house and got warm breakfast ready by the time we woke up allowing us to stay in bed a lil longer, making endless lactation bites so it fills both mommy's and daddy's stomach during the night - and with the baby attached to her in a carrier!,  her tough love making sure mommy took care of herself, took a shower or napped when baby slept (which she managed from time to time), taking me for my first walks making sure I don't postpone that over and over again, for loading the freezer with her home recipes on her last days with us - just to highlight some. She truly listened and helped us where we needed it the most! We truly appreciate and recommend her! read more

My husband & I hired Rebekkah to be our doula and I am so glad we did. As first time parents, we had SO many questions and anxiety about all the things, and Rebekkah's calm & transparent demeanor was exactly what we needed. As a project manager, I constantly wanted to plan - especially towards the end - and Rebekkah helped bring me back down to reality. She was always a text message or call away, giving me stats on all my unrealistic thoughts, provided me with great questions to ask the medical staff, and endless tips along the way. The night my water broke (of course early hours of the morning), I texted Rebekkah and she was so fast to respond. I gave birth at Prentice, and she arrived quickly making sure I was drinking water constantly, snacks along the way & was the motivation I needed. I had a really complicated labor, so having her support was everything my husband and I needed. She knew my birth plan ahead of time, so she was the voice I needed to remind me of what was important in the most trying of times. She was not only supportive to me in those moments, but also was there for my husband. If you are looking to hire a smart & supportive doula...she is your girl! read more

Where can I even begin, Rebekkah is one of a kind. I was lucky enough to meet her in a spinning babies class as a fellow doula. Being a doula myself you tend to look for someone who is going to really help you during birth, being a little more selective. I kept getting asked why can't I doula myself and I point blank said "I am confident in the doula I chose to help me achieve a great birth" and I was truly not wrong. Rebekkah is a very strong, knowledgeable doula. One that will push you when you need to be pushed, but guide you with gentle hands. She will fight for you when you get the bad doctor that is over their delivery career. She helped my family become whole. Even with being a doula there are many things that I still am learning and Rebekkah is a Swiss army knife with her knowledge. I am extremely grateful for every single moment I got to spend with her. I had a very tough pregnancy and birth and postpartum, but with her I am already excited to have her one day when we decide for another. She took the most phenomenal photos of our birth that I will forever be grateful for. I wish I could type the words that express my gratitude for her guidance and support. She also really helped my husband with feeling confident and comfortable during our experience, letting him help. If you are looking for someone who you feel is strong, confident, humble, and caring Rebekkah is your doula. read more

Rebekkah is down-to-earth, honest, and caring. It is clear she has a passion for what she does, and my husband and I agree she was invaluable to have as our doula. As first-time parents, preparing for the arrival of a newborn is quite daunting - but she helped us navigate our birth experience confidently and answered any silly questions we had. I can't recommend her highly enough. read more

As a newly trained birth doula myself, I was looking for someone who was supportive, positive, and would walk me through this entire process from prenatal to postpartum. Even though this was my fourth birth, I knew the importance of someone to be able to be there during the birth to offer space, support, and positive energy. It is an amazing feeling to know that my husband and I would not be alone in this process, especially during COVID. This time around, I wanted to change things up with my hospital birth plan and I wanted to be able to speak up for myself and listen to my body. During the prenatal time, Rebekkah would send me evidence based articles and helped me find my voice in making decisions. During the delivery, it was a quicker birth and she made sure that I felt comfortable with the decisions that were being made and that she asked me what I wanted in each moment. I am grateful for her to witness and help be a part of my birth journey. I felt so much peace just knowing that she was there and could be a constant encourager. I highly recommend, that you pay for the birth photography that she offers, the pictures are amazing and helps remind me of all of the little moments of this very important day. I also appreciated the postpartum visits and the listening ear that she provided. Rebekkah is professional, positive, life giving, and high quality doula. So thankful for her! read more

I highly recommend Rebekkah. She was my postpartum doula. She was very helpful in caring for my family. She helped take care of the newborn, supervised the older kids and helped me get some needed rest. Rebekkah was able to assess what needed to be done and did it without me needing to tell her what to do. She is a wealth of information and when I had questions she knew how to answer them and gave me the resources. Rebekkah helped make the transition easier for my family and I and gave me the confidence I needed to get back on my feet. Rebekkah is someone who you can trust and is dedicated to giving her clients the best care. read more

When I first learned about what a doula does, I read "a good doula is worth her weight in gold" my boyfriend and I were curious, but weren't convinced. We decided to meet with Rebekkah anyway. We are both so glad we did. This was my first pregnancy and I wanted it to be as natural and unmedicated as possible. Looking back I honestly don't think it would have been possible without Rebekkah there, during my pregnancy and especially during labor and delivery. I want to express my gratitude and appreciation for all the knowledge, care, and support we received from Rebekkah. It is thanks to her that I can call my labor and delivery a positive experience. Even when I was ready to give up and questioned my strength and willpower, Rebekkah was there to help me get through every contraction and every push. She was correcting my breathing, suggesting different positions we could try, reminding me of my affirmations, and using other techniques to help me continue. When I was about to lose it, she and my boyfriend kept it together for me, and I will be forever grateful. Also, he can't say enough good things about her, but he'll be writing his own review. I believe that every pregnant person should have a doula by their side, and I hope that every one could be so lucky to have one as amazing as Rebekkah. If you are reading this and are still skeptical, just as I was, trust me when I say- Rebekkah is one of those doulas who's worth her weight in gold. read more

I desired a VBAC for my second pregnancy and hired Rebekkah to be my birth coach, but she ended up being so much more than that. She helped me throughout my pregnancy by providing moral support after my OB appointments and offering her advice on things from self-guided meditation, to natural labor induction, to pain management, to breastfeeding. She is a wealth of knowledge and has the evidence to back it up. When one of my OB appointments turned into an emergency C-section, Rebbekah was there by my side as my support person since my husband was unable to make it to the hospital with such short notice. She took the initiative to take photos and videos using my cell phone to document the birth so that my husband could view them later on. Because of Rebekkah's support, even though I didn't get to experience a VBAC, I am very happy with my birth experience and have no regrets with how everything unfolded. read more

Rebekkah was a joy to work with! From our first introduction, I loved her evidence-based approach to care and support. She has an incredible knowledge base and shares information in an accessible and helpful manner. As unexpected situations came up during my pregnancy, she was a great resource for emotional support, learning, and setting realistic expectations. Her prenatal visit prepared us well for our child's birth. Night or day, she was available for support and questions. She was also a great advocate in the delivery room, and worked with with our medical team to optimize my care and decision making. She was respectful of our wishes and made us feel like whatever decision we made was appropriate and correct for our unique situation. She asked good questions during delivery and helped to clarify my options and wishes with the medical team. Finally, she was incredibly supportive after delivery and was able to stay at my bedside while my husband spent time with our daughter. Rebekkah is a kind and incredibly smart doula, I would love to work with her again in the future! read more