Nicki was an excellent doula!! First of all, Nicki is an incredible person and is very kind and nonjudgmental. She wants what is best for you and wants to make you feel comfortable. She was very on top of things and always responded to my texts quickly. She is definitely very knowledgeable and knows her stuff! I was confident with her as my doula. She gave me the tools needed to prepare for my unmedicated birth and helped me so much during my labor. She gave me tips and encouragement during active labor and believed in me when I didn't believe in myself. She is an amazing doula and I highly recommend her to anyone!
— Jenny
I found Nicki while trying to conceive and even though it took longer to get pregnant than I thought she was still with me all the way. She didn't need to but she regularly checked in on me to see how I was and what was next. So when I finally did get pregnant she was the first call!
Nicki was personable, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive. We made plans A, B, and C so we always had a layout for what we wanted should things change during the birth.
Postpartum she was supportive in my breastfeeding journey, always willing and able to answer my questions. She even helped with tips for pumping for when I went back to work. You really get it all when you hire her as your doula!
— Alyssa P.
As a chronic over thinker, and being in a new state and town where I knew nothing about resources for my pregnancy I found myself looking for a support person (outside my husband) that could help navigate me through my first pregnancy, and then; I found Nicki! Nicki constantly brought me peace of mind and always knew the right thing to say (and if she didn't, she knew when to tell me to reach out to a doctor for medical advice) as someone who was unsure about how beneficial a Doula would be, I now know that I will be using her services again if I ever have another baby. It was so beneficial to my mind, body and soul to have her support!
— Gabby Garske
Nicki was an absolute godsend during my third C-section. From the moment she arrived, she went above and beyond to accommodate our unique situation. My husband had to leave the hospital overnight to care for our two toddlers under the age of 3, and Nicki stayed with me, providing the support I desperately needed.
She was so easygoing and sweet, making me feel comfortable and cared for during a very vulnerable time. Nicki helped with everything, from picking up my baby (something I struggled with post-surgery) to assisting with feedings, which was such a relief. Her calming presence and attentiveness truly made the experience so much more manageable.
Nicki was also incredibly proactive, interacting with the nurses and advocating for me throughout my care process, ensuring my needs were heard and addressed. I can’t imagine what that night would have been like without her. Honestly, I felt a bit lost when she left in the mornings—having her there made such a difference.
Nicki was such an important part of my son’s birth story, and I’ll always be grateful for her support. If you’re looking for a compassionate, flexible, and dependable doula, I wholeheartedly recommend Nicki. She made a challenging experience feel manageable and even special.
— Alanda Barash
I loved Nicki as my doula! She gave me quality attention from the beginning and I felt she was really on my team. I appreciated her being so available for any and all of my questions, her kind care during labor, as well as the postpartum support. I highly recommend!
— Hannah Reichert
My heart is filled with so much gratitude & I can’t stop thinking about Nicki amazing work as a birth Doula. Just from her showing up for me in the middle of the wee hours of the night . holding my hand , to being right next in my bed the whole time I was pushing & contracting & her constant warm smiles that kept reminding me I was safe in the labor room hospital despite it being overwhelming with so many medical staff in one room . I remained calm . Nicki literally saved me from alot of birth trauma story & I have beautiful birth story to tell everyone forever. You are too awesome Nicki & for sure meant for this job. It’s definitely your calling .
— Sally Owuor
I had the pleasure of having Nicki support me though my pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey. When I was calling around to find a doula I knew I had found the one after talking with Nicki. She is easy to talk to, very knowledgeable, kind, considerate, thoughtful and dependable. She is professional and really wants to get to know you and your family, your needs, expectations and tailors her support to meet those. Nicki is wonderful at creating a calming, safe and nurturing environment, even when things don’t go as planned. She is always willing to listen without judgement and has a wealth of knowledge, providing emotional support, breastfeeding guidance and helping me to adjust to the new role of a mother of two, as well as navigating postpartum recovery and over all well-being. She is passionate about the work she does, she genuinely cares and it shows. My family and I really enjoyed our time with Nicki and absolutely recommend her to anyone seeking a doula. If the need arises for our family again, I know who to call, thank you for everything Nicki!
— Elyse Wittman
If you’re thinking about choosing Birth and Beyond DO IT! As a first time mom Nicki helped me feel confident and prepared for labor. And when I needed support postpartum she was there, whether it was tips to get rid of a clogged duct, someone to help with baby or just someone to talk to. Both me and my husband loved our visits with Nicki and will choose her again if we have another baby!
— DaiJanai J.
If you need someone to come out fighting, advocating, and supporting from your corner, Nicki is your person. Nicki's kindness, connections, and advocacy cured an inaccurate diagnosis and eased the devastation that I felt when I thought no one else would hear me. She listened. She renewed my hope with her resources, and I am blessed that I didn't miss out on the amazing homebirth I wanted because she fought with me and for me. She was there as a shoulder, a better "all things baby, pregnancy, breastfeeding" Googler/researcher than I will ever be, a photographer, an encourager, a doula, and most importantly as a guide through all the trials that came with my childbirth journey. She became a friend through a beautiful and hard fight for the homebirth she knew (and helped me know) was possible. I cannot thank Nicki enough for every wonderful difference she made in my story!
— Meredith McCoy
Nicki worked with my family after the birth of our first daughter this spring. We reached out the day we came home from the hospital and she immediately responded, set up an initial phone call and chatted with me at length about how she could support us in our postpartum period. Not only was this first point of contact with her so informative but she was incredibly reassuring, kind, and warm. In the hazy and overwhelming swirl of coming home with a new baby, talking to Nicki on that first call gave us so much hope! Once she started working with us, it felt like a dear friend or sister had come to save the day and teach us how to step more into our identity as parents. She helped us process the birth, taught us about babywearing techniques, held our daughter so I could catch up on sleep, and even sneakily did some light chores for us! At about 6 weeks PP, she also stayed overnight and did an overnight PP shift so my husband and I could catch up on some sleep. Nicki's work ethic, knowledge, and empathy was invaluable during our fourth trimester phase and we all loved seeing her when for her visits (my daughter included... she always took beautiful, long naps on Nicki!) If you want a non-judgmental, kind and supportive person to help you after the birth of your baby, don't hesitate to work with Nicki.
— Jasmine
My husband and I chose Birth and Beyond after doing a consultation with Nicki.
From the very beginning she was so positive and accepting of everything we hoped for, and she was a wealth of knowledge throughout our time spent together before and after my son was born! She helped us prepare for all the possibilities ahead of time so we wouldn’t be blindsided, and every time she asked our preferences it was obvious she genuinely wanted to know as much as possible so she could give us the best experience.
I was a terrified first time mom and my husband was nervous as a new dad too, and undoubtedly we felt so much more capable and confident with her support.
Nicki started as our doula and definitely became our friend ??
— Bree Mills
We are intended parents who went through a surrogacy journey. Our surrogate chose Nicki to be her doula and she was absolutely incredible in the delivery room (Sacred Heart, Spokane). The value she added to our overall experience by helping to smooth out the most challenging delivery moments that resulted in a healthy baby and a healthy surrogate was incalculable. Her personality alone will brighten any room she is in and then you'll see how experienced and skillful she is at her job. I can't imagine anyone could do this job better than Nicky. We are so grateful for her service.
— Rick L.
