Taylor was recommended to us by our friend as well as various Facebook groups. She was super helpful for the birth of our son at ucsf. The one thing my husband and I loved most about her was her high eq and the ability to read the couple and situation. She was kind and nurturing and always had an answer to support any questions we had. She frequently checked in even when she was on vacation to make sure we were supported. I was also very appreciative of her not being pushy when it came to specific parts of the birth that I had envisioned. She encouraged us to think more holistically about the whole process when we were in the weeds. She helped me through hours of painful contractions which was well worth the money itself but most importantly, she helped my husband through the whole night and supporting him emotionally as he was navigating how to make the best decisions for us as a family. Overall I spent weeks agonizing if I needed a doula for the process and we are so glad we decided on one and that it was Taylor. I'd highly recommend her to our close friends and family should the time come for them as well! read more

Taylor is simply the best and my wife and I can't recommend her enough. We hired Taylor to help us with the birth of our first daughter in December 2022. My wife wanted to try for an unmedicated birth so we thought having the help of a doula would be a good idea. Now on the other side of things we can confidently say that we could not have done it without Taylor. She provided us with amazing support through the several months leading up to birth, a 30 hour labor, and post-partum life. What we loved about Taylor: - Probably the best listener we have ever met - she really worked hard to understand what our goals were and how she could best support them. She always took the time to listen to us intently. - Very knowledgeable about pregnancy, labor, and post-partum life - Taylor is such a wealth of knowledge when it comes to both traditional medicine and holistic medicine. She was able to answer so many of our questions across so many different areas. She shined at helping us understand the pros & cons of various decisions we had to make or decisions that we anticipated we might have to make. We really trusted her judgement by the time labor came around given how much experience she has and how deeply she understands pregnancy & labor. - Never pushes recommendations - Taylor never pushed recommendations or advice on us unless we specifically asked what she thought we should do. We loved this about her. She simply presents the facts and what she's seen in her experience and helps guide you to the decision that you want to make. This approach was refreshing and helped us build so much trust in her. - Willing to help at any time - even after our time with Taylor was over, she took the time to answer calls & texts from us as we were adjusting to new parent life. - Amazing endurance - during my wife's 30 hour labor Taylor helped me provide counter-pressure to my wife, kept her spirits high, had great comfort measure suggestions, and subbed in when I needed a quick break. Having Taylor with us during labor helped my wife achieve her goal of having a fully unmedicated labor. - Kindness - Taylor is one of the kindest people we know. She brought us awesome treats & thoughtful things throughout the entire time we worked with her. Overall we had the best experience with Taylor. If you are looking for a doula I would highly recommend talking to Taylor and you will quickly see why so many people have great experiences with her. If you see this Taylor, thank you again and you're the best! read more

Taylor was the best decision in my post partum journey. Taylor was supporting our family as a post partum doula from Week 2 to week 8 of our daughters birth. As first time parents with no family support due to the pandemic, my husband and I felt extremely supported by Taylor. Three things jump out when I think of my wonderful experience with Taylor. First - she is a fantastic support for mom. her warm presence calms you and empowers you. I struggled with breastfeeding and was following recommendations of my lactation consultants, but Taylor motivated me, empowered me, calmed me down in a very natural, non-pedantic manner. She nudged me to try different methods and enabled me by making small changes (arranging pillows, encouraging me to try new positions). While she was always clear that she is not a lactation consultant, she was key in reducing my fear, discomfort related to breastfeeding. Second, she is extremely loving and capable in how she managed our new born daughter. She proactively managed the feed - poop - sleep schedule with our new born. She helped us set a schedule to feed our baby both breast milk and formula. I always felt confident that our baby was taken good care of and I trusted her judgement. Third - support for the family. She ensured that both my husband and I got some sleep while she was here. She would point to things we do well (encouraging us) and also show / teach us new ways to manage the baby (example: how to use the baby carrier at home, new positions to burp, paced feeding, etc.). She would do light housekeeping work like doing the dishes / bottle cleaning / or organizing baby clothes. This was instrumental in making us more confident parents. Finally, she was very covid conscious, took a test before joining and was very transparent about her and her partners social distancing behaviors. We enjoyed working with her so much that we extended our contract! read more

Taylor was a tremendously valuable resource before, during, and after my first birth last summer. Because I wanted a totally unmedicated birth, I had been considering having my baby at home. My partner felt clear that a hospital setting was important and Taylor bridged that gap for us. She offered the support, personal attention, knowledge, and intuition that I needed to feel confident and comfortable in a medical setting. Taylor helped me feel empowered to to have the birth experience I wanted by bringing the perfect blend of information grounded in data with the right vibe and a sensitive personal touch. read more

My husband, daughter, and I are so lucky to have had Taylor as our birth doula. Before the birth: She was warm, evidence-based, and nurturing. She was so generous with her time and easily gave double the hours of support than we booked. She proactively sent articles and research studies on all symptoms, questions or concerns I had. She made a point to spend time asking my husband how he was doing and how she could support him. During the birth: Taylor's thoughtfulness and levelheadedness shone. I had to get induction at almost 42 weeks and my plan of an unmedicated birth went quickly to the wayside. Taylor pivoted effortlessly to my desire to get an epidural and didn't judge or question me. She supported me with all other aspects of my birth plan and helped me into some effective positions for pushing. The hospital staff respected her and her contributions. She tirelessly attended to my every need, most of which I didn't know I had. The delivery was so smooth. Post-birth: Taylor hung out at the hospital for hours with us and took pictures which we appreciated so much. It was so nice to have her there with us especially during COVID when outside visitors were not allowed at UCSF. She is so easy to be around. Taylor came by a few weeks after the birth and took some newborn photos of our daughter and we were blown away. Taylor could easily be a full-time newborn photographer. She is so experienced with babies and knew just how to calm our crying daughter. I think Taylor is the type of person who is extremely gifted at everything she does! At the same time she is humble and selfless. We cannot recommend her more highly as a birth doula or photographer. read more

Taylor went above and beyond as our birth doula and has a personal touch that is rare to find. I especially appreciated that she let me call anytime with any questions I had. She was there for us when we needed her most. She came right away to the hospital and made the atmosphere calmer for me. Having her presence also made me feel supported. Highly recommend her as a birth doula. read more

Taylor attended the birth of our baby girl in February 2021. To prepare for the birth, she came over to our house several times to discuss the process of labor, practice comfort measures, and generally talk me and my husband through our plans and emotions. I was especially grateful for how she worked with my husband, gently teaching him ways to support me in and around labor. I was in low spirits by the end of pregnancy, and Taylor's sweet and optimistic presence alone made me feel better. When labor started, I felt prepared and confident. However, it was when things didn't go as planned that I really appreciated my decision to work with Taylor. Pushing was taking forever, so after four hours doctors concluded the baby was stuck and I was strongly recommended to get a C-section. Taylor was there to support my decision to take the doctors' advice; when I was taken into OR, she stayed with my husband to cheer him up (it was a LONG wait). Finally, when we returned to the recovery room with our new baby, she was waiting for us, ready to make us feel welcome and cared for. After the birth Taylor stayed in touch with us and helped me unload my feelings about not getting a vaginal birth. She offered a wealth of resources on breastfeeding, baby care, and other urgent topics whenever I asked for any information. I'm very happy we met and got to spend this special time together, and I strongly recommend Taylor to anyone! read more

Taylor was our doula for the birth of our first child and we highly recommend her! From our initial phone call I could tell she was an incredibly warm and thoughtful person. My labor was very long and she was so helpful throughout, especially in guiding my husband in how best to provide physical support for me. She was attentive and sensitive to my needs (continuously offering food/drink to keep my energy up, noticing when I was getting fatigued and suggesting position changes, providing the exact emotional support I needed when my confidence wavered). Like other reviews have mentioned, she is a wonderfully present and nonjudgmental listener. She is also just a lovely, sweet, genuine person whom I'm happy I got to know during the process! read more

We really enjoyed working with Taylor as our birth doula. We had no expectations about what doulas could provide and how useful the service would be. After working with Taylor, we wouldn't do it any other way! We felt very prepared for labor and what to expect during the birth. Taylor was able to join our birth even though we called her at the last minute once I was fully dialated. Our birth vision was respected and Taylor even stepped in when one of the nurses was being slightly negative. She also supported my partner during the process, which made us all more comfortable through the stressful process. Even after birth, Taylor has been supportive and has kept a line of communication open to ensure both mom and baby are doing well. If we have another baby, we will definitely be calling Taylor! read more

I knew I wanted to try for an unmedicated birth but wasn't sure about whether I wanted a birth doula or not. I decided to speak with some and go from there. I spoke with around 10 doulas and still wasn't sure until I met Taylor. From our first conversation, I could tell we connected and that she'd be a wonderful, knowledgeable, calming presence. I can now say without a doubt that hiring Taylor was one of the best decisions ever, for both me and my husband. Taylor was such a priceless part of our birth experience that it's difficult to put the value of hiring her into words, but these are a few of my favorite things about working with her: -So easy to talk to and be around. As an introvert, I was nervous about having someone we didn't know be so involved in the most intimate, vulnerable phase of my life. From our first prenatal visit, Taylor immediately felt like a lifelong friend - she's kind, empathetic, non-judgmental, and listens deeply. -Breadth and depth of knowledge about all things birth. Taylor always had extensive answers to our questions and shared lots of resources we didn't even know to ask for. She helped us put together our birth plan step by step, and helped educate us on details we were unsure about. During labor, she had all kinds of suggestions for positions, comfort measures, breathing, etc. Her expertise isn't limited to just birth - she has holistic knowledge about all the things that are connected when it comes to prenatal/postpartum. She also helped us at all hours of the day immediately after birth when we were having trouble with breastfeeding. -Always supportive and encouraging, but most importantly her support is tailored to exactly what you want. My husband and I both felt fully supported by Taylor during the entirety of an extremely intense 30-hour back labor. She was hands on when I wanted it but also gave my husband and I plenty of space to ourselves, and somehow knew exactly which of those I needed. She also provided invaluable moral support for my husband while showing him exactly how to help me. Taylor got us through the most important day of our lives and we wouldn't have made it through without any interventions without her. If you're even considering hiring a birth doula, do yourself a favor and have a conversation with Taylor - you won't regret it! read more

Taylor was a fantastic resource and support to both me and my husband in our prenatal phase and postpartum. She had the perfect balance of non-judgmental, direct coaching and gentle nudging that helped us make key decisions along our journey. We felt supported without being overwhelmed. She was especially critical on the night of our baby's birth, as contractions were coming faster than we expected, and baby arrived quickly! I will never forget her getting face to face with me during my labor, telling me to trust my body despite what the well-intending nurses were telling me to do. In the end, her guidance was correct as I was fully dilated and ready to push! We loved her so much that we had her join us for some postpartum visits. She made excellent snack plates and gave me the mama attention I needed. I would highly recommend Taylor as a doula to anyone. If we are lucky enough to have another baby, we will be calling her! read more

We felt so comfortable with Taylor as our birth Doula we ended up using her doula services postpartum as well. Taylor has a calming, non judgmental attitude and really listened to our thoughts, feelings and wishes. Taylor was well organized and professional. Taylor was an integral part of this challenging and magical time in our lives and we are forever grateful of her help. read more

Taylor was the perfect birth support doula for us. We're first time parents and had no idea what to expect or what we'd need. Taylor met with us a few times beforehand (and chatted with us virtually tons) to walk us through the decisions and plans step by step. She thought of so many things that never even occurred to us. She broke down everything into manageable chats and avoided any overwhelm. Taylor always went above and beyond whether it was bringing us surprises, joining us for a relaxing walk when we went past our due date, crowd sourcing answers to tough questions from her doula society and coordinating backup care when we had any hiccups. She ultimately made our birth experience everything we wanted - we felt prepared, informed, heard, advocated for, supported and present. She even helped post partum with recovery questions, talking through our birth experience and finding post partum care and childcare options. I'll recommend her to everyone I know! read more

Taylor is the sweetest doula you can find! I am impressed with Taylor is extremely prepared and knowledgeable, and most of all she has profound empathy. Taylor attended the end of my pregnancy, my home-birth (October 2019), and postpartum. Taylor is a quiet observer, she has a special ability to connect and blend in the intimacy as a family member (or even better eheh)... With Taylor in the house, I knew at all times, even without saying a word, Tylor was there for me and anticipating any need I might have, or my family might have, with timely recommendations, suggestions and tools ...for soothing the mom in labor, for checking the newborn, for attending the big brothers before/during/after the birth, ...you name it! Taylor helped me, my husband and my two children, getting prepared and to welcome the new baby in the family. In particular, Taylor shared age-appropriate books to prepare to the siblings about the arrival of a baby brother with a birth at home, as well as books after the baby was born, for them to read/sing to the baby. If you plan to do something with your placenta, Taylor helped after birth to decorate placenta prints with the kids, and to prepare placenta smoothies for mom. I am so happy I met Taylor, will be forever part of the sweetest memories of the birth of my baby! I recommend Taylor as a doula with my whole heart!! Do not hesitate to reach out if you have questions :) with love Irene read more

Taylor was an absolutely amazing doula for me, my husband, and my newborn son. Both my husband and I had a lot of anxiety and concerns about the birth process and hospitals in general. She worked to understand our anxieties and help us prepare and deal with these anxieties as best we could before birth, including providing us with tons of helpful resources and information specific to our issues. Towards the end of my pregnancy, I developed a complication and ended up needing a lot more interventions than I was hoping for, and spent 7 days in the hospital. Taylor was so kind, knowledgeable, and patient helping us prepare for and work through the birthing process. We had to make so many scary decisions throughout the process, but with Taylor's support (both before and during) I felt much more comfortable and in control of the process. Several of the nurses at the hospital remarked how wonderful Taylor and Roxane (who relieved Taylor after many hours of my long labor process) both were. I can hardly imagine how the birth process would have gone for us without Taylor's support, but I'm sure it would have been much more scary and overwhelming without her. Even after birth, Taylor and the rest of the GGDA network have been so incredibly supportive. My husband and I are both so thankful for Taylor and would recommend her to anyone who's expecting. read more

Taylor was a wonderful doula. Her calm and patient presence was very relaxing and reassuring. I felt fully supported and was able to relax into labor. As a third time mom, this labor was by far the best of my three. Overall, I knew more or less what I wanted out of my labor and Taylor was very ready to help support those goals (and pivot as the realities of labor required). I would recommend her highly to any future birthing parents. read more

I am so grateful I was able to work with Taylor during preparation for the birth of my second child. I was hoping for a different birth experience then I had with my first, who was breech and born by C-section. From the moment I met Taylor I knew I wanted her to support my pregnancy and birth- she was warm and empathetic, with a calming demeanor. She was nonjudgmental about my birth preferences and knowledgeable about all things birth related. In short, Taylor was everything I was looking for in a doula. Our prenatal sessions were extremely helpful- Taylor worked with my husband and I to come up with a plan for my TOLAC/ VBAC, which allowed me to approach labor feeling prepared and confident. Unfortunately a change in UCSF policy due to COVID-19 meant that Taylor was unable to attend my birth. Despite this, I felt so incredibly supported by Taylor both before and after labor. Taylor would be a critical asset at any birth and I wholeheartedly recommend her as a doula. read more