"I didn't intend to labor in bed with my third child, but he was a week late and my doctor insisted on using an internal monitor. That meant I was stuck there in bed. My entire birth plan went out the window, but my doula, Tami, quickly helped me make the best of it. I was so glad to have her there to help me get through a very fast and tough labor while I was stuck in bed on my back. Her words of encouragement, sense of humor, and skillful guidance were what got me through the experience." Amber A. - 2005
"After having the experience of a doula with my last birth, the decision to use one again was a no brainer. My Doula Tami, kept me focused, hydrated, and as comfortable as you can possibly be during labor. It was really important to me to have a drug fee labor, and she was able to coach me through the whole thing. Having her match me at each phase of labor, and come back with more energy each time labor changed was amazing. When the hardest part of labor came up on us, she kept reminding me I was almost done and to keep going. The true test of what a doula can do, is when she is counting you down with some fast HE-blowing during your pushing contractions while you wait for your doctor to show up from across town -- that was the longest 30 minute wait of my life. My daughter was born in one mighty push, and my husband couldn't be happier that our doula was there to help us through it all; he was impressed!" Amber A. - 2007
"Tami is caring, gentle and very professional. She has a true calling to work with pregnant women. She made me feel safe and empowered to handle childbirth." Heather H. - 2007
"I was very glad to have Tami supporting me at all stages – while pregnant, during labor & delivery and postpartum. She totally understood my wish of a naturally childbirth without any medication and had a sixth sense of what makes me comfortable in each situation. Although the early labor went pretty fast and we just had time for an awesome back massage she was incredible supportive during the entire 4.5 hours of pushing. She never got tired, and was amazing help for me and my husband. Having a birth team in place that I was already familiar with, my husband, Tami, and my midwife helped me to remain calm and I was able to look forward to each contraction knowing I was totally supported! It was the best experience of my life. Additionally, to have Tami postpartum to handle all my questions about caring for the baby and to answer questions about my health and recovery, was very important for me. Therefore, I wanted to thank Tami for all she did." ~ Bianca S. 2007
"Having Tami as our doula really saved us. Not only did it give me more security before labor started, but I knew I had a birth coach that was on my side during our intense three days of labor. During our 16 hours in the hospital, and at home prior, she was phenomenal. We labored at home, in the shower, on the birth ball, and in my bed. She also helped answer any questions I had and provided me with emotional support throughout. I would highly recommend Tami as a doula!"
"As the husband, having Tami by Sarita's side mitigated a lot of the second-guessing I probably would have had otherwise. She was like another family member in the room with us, except this person knows absolutely everything you need to know about having a baby! Tami helped give us a sense of control over the birth- letting us know what would be done, why it is being done, and what we need to look out for... and it doesn't hurt that she gets along easily with the medical staff members too. I was even able to grab a few minutes of sleep with her around! If you are even thinking about getting a doula - get Tami." ~ Sarita & Anil 2007
"I can't believe the energy you had and have to be with someone who goes through labor!!! You were great, I don't know how you do it, but thank you soooo much from the bottom of our hearts! I honestly don't think I would have survived at all through this labor if you were not by my side. I am glad you became our doula and I will for sure refer you to any of my friends in the future. Thank you for helping us make this such a memorable experience." ~ Denise S. 2008
