We are so grateful for our experience with Nicole. From the very beginning, she was kind, compassionate, and incredibly supportive. As first-time parents, the labor and delivery process felt overwhelming at times, but she had a wonderful way of explaining everything clearly and thoughtfully, helping us feel informed and confident without adding stress or pressure.
Her knowledge and education were invaluable, and her calm presence made such a difference throughout our journey. We always felt supported, heard, and cared for. We truly appreciate everything she did for our family and would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, caring, and supportive doula.
— Anastasia Matyola
If we could give Nicole more than 5 stars, we absolutely would. From the very beginning of our journey into becoming first-time parents, Nicole was an incredible source of comfort, education, support, and empowerment. Her knowledge surrounding pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum care is truly unmatched, but what stood out even more was how genuinely caring and supportive she was every single step of the way.
As first-time parents, there were so many decisions to think through and moments where we felt uncertain or overwhelmed. Nicole always made us feel informed, prepared, and capable. She never pushed any specific agenda or birth plan onto us — instead, she fully supported the exact birth experience we wanted and helped us feel confident in every choice we made. That level of respect and encouragement meant everything to us.
When labor finally came, Nicole became the advocate every family deserves in the delivery room. She helped us slow down, process information clearly, and make decisions confidently before responding to the medical team. In such an emotional and vulnerable moment, having someone so calm, knowledgeable, and deeply supportive by our side made all the difference in the world.
Nicole truly felt like part of our family throughout this experience, and we honestly cannot imagine going through childbirth without her now. We are beyond grateful for her and everything she did for us during one of the most important moments of our lives.
We will absolutely use Nicole for every future birth if at all possible. 100/100 experience — highly, highly recommend to any growing family.
— Yulemni & Kyle Martin (#LaVidaMartin)
I sought out the support of a doula after some tumultuous experiences with my medical team and found Nicole to be precisely the person I needed at the right time. She made me feel empowered about my ability to pursue a VBAC for my second child, as well as regain my voice in our complex medical system that often feels like the final say. We had a wonderful prenatal session to discuss my birth plan - making decisions I never would have thought to ask - and when the time came (earlier than planned!) - Nicole was responsive, supportive, and generous with her insights along the way.
I could not imagine my birth experience without her in the moment both as steady support and confidence boosting with each push as I labored. I had some minor complications after delivery and she remained a calming presence while doctors and residents swirled around me. I'm not sure where I would have ended up if she was not holding my hand both leading up to, and in the moment of our daughter's arrival.
For one of the most intense and sensitive moments, working with Nicole through Empowered Beginnings was a no brainer - I would recommend her without hesitation to anyone considering a doula for the birth of their child. The Payne family is eternally grateful for her expertise!
— Chelsea Payne
Nicole was absolutely amazing throughout the whole journey! She spent hours with me before delivery to listen to my concerns and my desires for my birth plan. We formulated a plan together that I was comfortable and excited about. Nicole listened to all of my trauma from my previous delivery and recovery and was able to provide concrete ways we could avoid any issues from happening again. I couldn’t do it without Nicole!
— Sarah Lenahan
(would give 10 stars if i could!!!)
Nicole’s doula services were absolutely essential to getting our birth experience as close to the “plan” as possible. She is thorough, attentive, non-judgmental, extremely thoughtful and caring. Her advice as we were preparing was incredibly helpful, and her gentle (yet absolutely game-changing) suggestions during labor made all the difference. With her help, my husband was able to stay by my side the entire time and we could relax (relatively lol) knowing we had another trusted person paying attention to the scene and ready to help us advocate for ourselves when needed. 💓
100% the honest, calming, and supportive presence we needed in the room with us. Completely worth the money!
— Tess M.
Working with Nicole during my first pregnancy was one of the best decisions I made! I am a first-time mom and had many unknowns and anxieties. Nicole was there every step of the way to answer my questions and calm my fears. She made me feel informed, supported, and truly heard throughout the entire journey. She guided me through the birthing process with such calm confidence, would highly highly recommend!
— Courtney P.
As a first time mom, having Nicole as a part of my support team was truly invaluable. From the very beginning, she created a space where I felt safe, informed, and deeply supported. Her consistent check-ins throughout my pregnancy and labor made such a difference.
One of the things I appreciated most was her sensory support. Her calming presence, paired with her unicorn blend of essential oils (you absolutely have to ask her about it, it’s amazing), helped keep me as calm and comfortable as I possibly could be. It genuinely contributed to how positive and regulated I felt during the experience.
As a first time mom, there were moments where I felt unsure, and Nicole stepped in with confidence and compassion, advocating on my behalf when I needed it most. She struck the perfect balance of being incredibly professional while also being very personable and warm. It never felt clinical, it felt caring.
On top of everything, she captured the most beautiful and unique photos of my labor and birth, moments I will cherish forever. She even took a screenshot of the song that was playing at the exact moment my daughter was born, which was such a thoughtful and meaningful touch.
I would recommend Nicole over and over again to anyone looking for a doula who is calm, knowledgeable, intuitive, and truly invested in your experience. She made such a profound impact on one of the most important days of my life.
— Amanda Hart
I had the absolute privilege of having Nicole Carr as my doula during the birth of my child
on April 10, 2025, and I cannot speak highly enough of the care and support she provided.
From the very beginning, Nicole was considerate, compassionate, and deeply respectful of my preferences. She took the time to truly understand what mattered to me—emotionally, physically, and medically. Her ability to share evidence-based information in a clear and supportive way helped me feel empowered throughout pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Nicole was a calming and reassuring presence during labor. She anticipated my needs, advocated for my choices, and worked seamlessly alongside the medical team. I always felt heard and never felt alone, thanks to her steady guidance. Her blend of professionalism, warmth, and genuine care made a lasting impression on me
and my family. I would wholeheartedly recommend Nicole Carr to anyone seeking doula support—you will be in incredibly capable and compassionate hands.
— Amanda H.
