For my labor and birth of my son, having Stephanie as our doula was incredible. Not only did she support me and help me navigate the experience of childbirth, but she also helped my partner to feel calm & helpful in process. It meant so much to us to have such a supportive & caring doula on our team to welcome our son into the world! ~Taylor
Stephanie did some in-home sessions with my husband and me in preparation for my little one's arrival. It was a great opportunity to establish my birth vision and identify the role of each support person. I had sexual trauma that I was carrying, and Stephanie helped me process that, and connect with my growing baby. With her present, and protecting my space, I felt completely safe, and was able to release myself completely into listening to my body and working with my baby to bring her Earthside. I have type 1 Diabetes, and was at risk for so many complications. In the end, my blood sugars and blood pressure remained steady throughout my labor, and I did not need pain meds/epidural, or a c-section. I truly believe that without her calm presence, her firm advocacy, and the preparation we had completed together, my birth story would be very different. Stephanie is skilled and knowledgeable. Most importantly, though, she is truly passionate about her work. She listens completely, not just hearing your words, but the emotions and needs that are attached. She is not interested in pushing an agenda, but rather supporting YOUR choices, and ensuring that you have all the information to make the best choices for yourself and your baby. I cannot recommend her highly enough! --Kendall
Stephanie became the sister I never had. She was more than a friend or support person. She went above & beyond what I would even think to ask her for. My husband loved having her as a part of the birth team. We wouldn't have another birth without her. ~Theresa
Having Stephanie on my birthing journey was absolutely clutch and I can’t imagine having it any other way. I am so grateful to have had Stephanie to help guide my husband through the process so that I could focus on my body — on my baby. Thanks to the peace and comfort that Stephanie allowed me, after only two pushes, I laid our beautiful baby boy Earthside. No fuss. No screams. No drugs. Just us. I’m so thankful to have had her there to provide me the space and focus I needed to have an ever-present birth. It was perfect. ~Tasha
Stephanie was there for my birth and made a HUGE difference. The experience would have been dramatically different without her and for my comfort and sanity it was the best choice to have her there! She is very personable and can really help keep you grounded during tough decisions! ~Morgan
Stephanie did Deep Dive sessions with my husband and me to help us prepare for the arrival of our first baby. Her approach was gentle and non-judgmental. She tailored her time with us to address our specific concerns and made us feel that no question was off-limits. Skip the hospital classes and call Stephanie--it is a much better use of your time! ~Karyn
I highly recommend it if you want a personalized experience for you [and your partner] ~Nicoletta
Thank you for all your beautiful presence, your great knowledge and assistance, and for making sure my daughter was well taken care of—one very grateful Nonna! Blessings to you and your work of grace. ~Antoinetta