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My wife (Alex) gave birth to our beautiful baby daughter 4 months ago. After our first baby was a scheduled C-section, it was an interesting road to baby two. Alex did a ton of research and found two people she wanted to help us bring the baby into the world with the goal of a VBAC. The first was her midwife - and the second was Brittney (her doula). As a family doctor, I had almost no experience with midwives or doulas. To say that Brittney’s help was invaluable is an understatement. The support that she provided through the entire pregnancy to Alex (and essentially to our family by extension) was incredible. In addition, when the delivery loomed, her value was priceless. Her confidence and experience to guide Alex from the bed to the shower to the birth centre was amazing. The verbal and physical guidance was an essential piece of the VBAC journey for Alex and our family. I cannot thank Brittney enough for acting as a fierce champion for my wife, ensuring her voice and birth plan were respected every step of the way.

- Levi A.

Very amazing shes a very sweet and awesome person she was very supporting through the entire process.

- Aianna F.

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Shree. She has been caring for our son since he was just one week old, and from the very beginning, she has been an absolute godsend. Her expertise, warmth, and dedication to newborn care have made all the difference in our transition to life with a new baby. Shree has a deep understanding of infant needs, from sleep support to feeding, and her calm, reassuring presence has given us so much peace of mind. Not only is she incredibly knowledgeable, but she is also kind, patient, and truly invested in the well-being of both baby and parents. She has helped us establish healthy sleep routines and always goes above and beyond to ensure our little one is well cared for. Beyond her skillset, Shree is just a joy to have in our home. She is professional, flexible, and so easy to trust. She understands the unique challenges of postpartum life and provides non-judgmental support that makes all the difference. If you are looking for a compassionate, experienced, and truly exceptional postpartum doula or night nanny, look no further. We are beyond grateful for Shree and highly recommend her to any new parents in need of expert newborn care!

- Peggy Webb

I honestly cannot say enough good things about Wis!!! Though she wasn’t physically in my delivery room, she played a big part in my birth. She provided so much information that was not only interesting but very useful. She helped me a lot when it came to advocating for myself as a high risk mom. I had a few situations where I felt uncomfortable about the circumstances around how my child was born but Wis prayed with me and provided valuable resources so that I could make informed decisions about my care. Choosing Wis to be your doula would never be a mistake. The love, the care, and dedication she puts into this is beyond a job. I’ve gotten to know and seen her on a personal level and the fact that she’s back in school so she can continue to learn how to support women and families through such a precious time attest to her passion and professionalism around birth work.

- Ariana Reed

First of all, I must commend the Doula Project itself as an invaluable advocate. Sometimes the medical establishment views us within categories--especially when we are unusual as a result of identity--while the Doula Project listens to us as individuals in order to advocate for us to have the birth closest to our ideal within the context of medical wisdom. From the start I really appreciated Vicki's encouraging me to ask questions, to determine what the range of choices was, and to understand the benefits and risks of each decision. In my own case, I did decide because of advanced maternal age and medical advice to have an induced labor. Vicki was there to meet me at the hospital when I checked in, and she made sure that between her and her Doula Project partner on my case, I always had a doula to advocate for me from start to finish, through 27 hours of labor and beyond. Indeed, Vicki took the first photo of my baby, within minutes of her birth! From our first pre-birth meeting, Vicki correctly identified me as a physically fit person who would benefit from maintaining a physically active relationship to my labor and delivery. I brought a yoga mat and pilates ring to the hospital, and Vicki advocated for my being able to use them, even though my baby had to be monitored throughout the induced labor: we set up my yoga and pilates equipment right next to the bed, and Vicki advocated for periodic breaks from the monitor, especially in light of the fact that my baby was doing so well throughout. When I delivered my daughter, I surprised a number of the doctors, including one who thought a C-section would be a foregone conclusion, by delivering vaginally, after only about five minutes of pushing. I am very grateful to Vicki for her steadfast advocacy that led to such a positive birth experience for me and my daughter.

- Georgette F.

I met Gina TWO weeks before my due date, but she managed to make me feel like she had been there my entire pregnancy. Gina made sure I knew I had options and a CHOICE. My milk didn't come in until 8 days later, which was a true struggle for me mentally. Gina was there every step on the way- teaching me and encouraging me. I am now 3months pp and I use Gina as my google search engine for all things breastfeeding/breastmilk related. Lol. Gina is kind, patient, professional, calm, incredibly knowledgeable, and a true advocate to have in your corner. I would have given up on my breastfeeding journey if it had not been for her! I can't thank her enough for everything she has done and does for me. Gina is someone you need in your corner.

- Aletea M.

Theresa was our doula for the birth of our daughter. We also did her birth classes and learned so much! She is so knowledgeable and was a huge part of helping us have an amazing birth experience! I would 100% recommend having her at your birth!

- JaCee H.

I have worked with Aerkya since 2019 for 4 pregnancies and it wasn't until this last one that I realized that the reason we came to blows was totally my fault. There was no physical altercation and I can't even say that there was a heated verbal exchange because I did all of the verbal attacking and used all the inflammatory language. For my first pregnancy she was beyond helpful to my family. She was more than a doula and something like a therapist. She showed up for me not just physically but emotionally and I know I got on her nerves with as much as I called and texted her. She has NEVER said this but I'm sure I was a nag. My second delivery in 2021 was much of the same but I'd lost my dad at the end of my pregnancy. I went into labor the day after his funeral and she literally held me while I dealt with every emotion known to man. My third delivery in 2023 was my easiest pregnancy and delivery and she was there every step of the way. My most recent delivery this year 2026 was rough. The pregnancy and the delivery were hard on me physically and emotionally and while Aerkya did her best to keep me focused on the main goal, I was not a walk in the park to deal with. I have moved about 50 minutes away from where I lived with the first three deliveries and because I have had home deliveries I always wanted to make sure my birth team could get to me easily. I went into labor around 5 am in the morning but I didn't call her until maybe 8:30. Knowing with morning traffic it would be at least a hour almost 2 to reach me. I called her several times to see where she was knowing she was in traffic and hearing her driving and horns honking in the background. She stayed calm even though I was a real you know what. I cursed at her, I yelled at her, I told her that she should've just known that I was in labor. And if you get to know her, you know she can match your fire but she didn't. She remained calm and gentle with me and to this day I don't know why she didn't go off on me. I didn't even call my midwife I just called Aerkya. I found out later that she called my midwife on her way to my house because she lives even farther away and it would be an even longer drive for her. I ended up delivering my baby that 2:27 that afternoon and I was happy but still dealing with other personal stuff so I was mean even after having a healthy baby with no complications. I yelled because Aerkya and the midwife were there. They did nothing wrong to me or my children. Aerkya called and texted me, my husband, my mom, my sister and my best friend DAILY to check on me and the baby. They would tell me to reach out to her to just let her know we were ok but instead I called her, cursed and yelled at her and told her not to contact me or my family again. All she said was okay and if you experience her "okay", you'll learn that she basically told me she was done with me. I found out later on that she kept reaching out to my husband, sister and best friend to help them help me. It took me about a month to feel something like myself again and I realized that I was mean to my entire family. I reached out to my midwife and Aerkya to apologize and make things right. I went back through texts and realized just how horrible I was to her. She still tried to be there for me. I have reached out countless times in the past month and haven't gotten a response and I deserve that. I wouldn't respond to me either. Aerkya went above and beyond for me each pregnancy but I had unrealistic expectations of her this time around. Aerkya has a calm presence that you wouldn't even realize you need until it's there. She listens attentively and I never felt rushed with her. Even if she had decided not to show up for my delivery because I was nasty to her I could never replace or ignore how she showed up for me through other pregnancies and deliveries and through this one. I hope she will have me for any further pregnancies because I'm not working with anyone else but her.

- Rochelle T.

My experience with Jenn was nothing short of perfect. She was attentive, kind and understanding. From the very first phone call, I knew it was the perfect match to help me through the birth of my 4th child. She was very professional and always made our appointments a priority. Jenn is down to earth and a very good listener! My birth experience was anything but what I had planned but Jenn was always there, always so positive and encouraging, not to mention, extremely knowledgeable. Her presence was welcoming and supportive. I would recommend Jenn to anyone looking for extra support through their pregnancy and birth. Thanks Jenn!!!

- Nicole Vitello

As new parents, entrusting someone with the overnight care of our newborn was a major leap of faith. We were blessed to find Ossai. She was not only loving, attentive and nurturing to our baby girl - she made us both feel very at ease, and was helpful and supportive toward my wife in so many ways as far as her postpartum needs. Ossai is a great communicator, and sent us a detailed text every morning just before leaving, detailing the past night. Above all else, Ossai is just a naturally warm and comforting person. She led with love, cared for all of us, and is welcome back in our home anytime.

- Adam Aronson

Dee the Doula (Darshal) is simply phenomenal! From the moment we connected, Dee brought such warmth, professionalism, and genuine care to every conversation. She is not only a certified birth & postpartum doula but also a student midwife with an incredible depth of knowledge about pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery. Her approach is the perfect balance of evidence-based guidance and heartfelt emotional support. She listened to my needs, respected my preferences, and made me feel empowered every step of the way. Whether it was helping me create a birth plan, offering comfort measures during labor, or ensuring I had the resources I needed at home postpartum, Dee went above and beyond. Even during times when she was navigating her own personal life challenges and may not have been quite as sharp for a few moments as she’s usually 110% of the time, she still showed up fully for me and my family. We gave her space to process because what good would she be to us if she wasn’t replenished? That mutual respect only strengthened our bond, and I can truly call her family and for that, I’m deeply grateful. It’s clear that this is more than just a job for her, it’s her calling. She treats her clients like family and creates a safe, uplifting environment for both parents and baby. If you’re looking for someone who will advocate for you, educate you, and hold space for you through one of the most important times in your life, I can’t recommend Dee the Doula enough! As we grow our family, she will ALWAYS be our go to doula! I can’t wait to see her in action one day as a midwife!

- Michelle T.

This pregnancy was extremely taxing on me, and I’m beyond fortunate that Samone was the doula I chose to support me through it all. She never failed to show up for me mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. From the countless resources she provided, to the random texts just checking in to make sure I was in a good headspace, to the house visits where she equipped me with tools to help prepare my mind and body for what they were about to endure—she was there every step of the way. I can honestly say that, aside from birthing a happy and healthy baby boy, Samone was the single most positive part of my pregnancy and postpartum experience. I will be forever grateful for her love, support, and presence during such a transformative time in my life. If I were planning on having more babies, I would choose her as my doula every single time.

- Stephani Smith

Maggie was a huge help to our family when we welcomed our first baby. From working with him at night during the first few weeks of life to helping us navigate the transition going back to work, she was knowledgeable, warm, and caring the whole way through. Our baby loved his time with her, too - she is great with little ones and moms alike. Thanks, Maggie!

- Sarah Schweppe

Raelene was so sweet in my postpartum recovery and over delivered in every aspect with my order. I tell all my pregnant friends how crucial her product was to how fast I bounced back after my baby! Thank you for all your hard work Raelene I’ll definitely return!

- Brittany B.

We were visiting family in Cleveland and used Brooke as our night time Doula for our 4 month old. She helped for 6 evenings and we are forever grateful. She was absolutely amazing. Our 4 month old was a premie and had some gas issues that resulted in very poor sleep. Brooke was so patient with her. She made sure that we were comfortable with her approach and even helped us brainstorm ideas to help our girl sleep better. She quickly learned our little ones needs and jumped right into helping her. She washed bottles and offered to fold laundry. Brooke had so much patience and was gentle with our girl. Best thing was, we got to sleep which was much needed while being out of our routine back home and having 2 other kids. 10/10 recommend Brooke!!

- kyla

Monica was a midwife to me for my second born baby. After delivering in a hospital with my first baby, I was sure I wanted different with my second baby. Monica was incredible, when she found out it was go time, she was more than prepared! She stayed connected, & we had a quick precipitous labor here my son was born to me in the water just 3 hours after laboring. I’ll never forget this experience and how Monica left a mark in my heart. The most empowering birth right after having had experienced a hospital birth.

- Autumn Jensen

Caycee was so helpful and informative during our experience with 41 wellness! She went up and beyond for me. She was friendly, sweet, and professional. I hope to be able to use her services again for my next pregnancy!

- Jessica Gurule

We had the pleasure of working with Layla for postpartum support after our first baby was born, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Layla is incredibly kind, patient, and reliable, and she cared for our newborn with genuine warmth and attentiveness. Her presence brought a sense of calm to our home during a time of huge transition. An added plus—Layla is registered through Carrot, which meant her services were fully covered through my partner’s employee benefits. This made accessing excellent care not only possible but easy. Thank you, Layla, for everything!

- Kate K.

I had Norma as a doula and she made my experience better than I could have imagined. She was knowledgeable about different medical issues that arose, she also made sure the doctors stuck to my birthing plan and worked with me on alternatives when needed. She never left my side up until baby was born and that is exactly the support I needed and a big reason I chose a doula. She is reliable and listened to my needs for my personalized birthing experience. I would 100 percent recommend her as a birthing doula. She also set the tone with music/essential oils and brought things I didn’t even think of ! Hands down a beautiful experience for me as I welcomed my baby boy into this world. From start to finish she has been such a huge blessing! I will definitely be using her in any future births I may have !

- Fiera Pettus

ve Clients, I am writing to express my deep appreciation for the remarkable care and support I received from Cheyenne and Cree during my pregnancy and postpartum journey. As a first-time mom, I was fortunate to have Cheyenne as my homebirth and postpartum doula, and to also benefit from her placenta encapsulation services. Her expertise and holistic approach put me at ease throughout the entire process, and her commitment to educating me was invaluable. Cheyenne provided exceptional prenatal care, offering guidance and addressing my concerns with utmost patience. During labor and delivery, she ensured that I felt supported, while Cree provided emotional support for both my partner and me, capturing breathtaking photos that we will cherish forever. What stood out most was their dedication to making me feel comfortable, their willingness to address all my questions, and their unwavering support in overcoming my childbirth fears. The family-oriented care I received from Cheyenne and Cree made the experience even more special. I have referred my friends and family to their services, and I genuinely believe that booking them as your doulas is the right choice.

- Miya C.