Rachel Mueller PCD(DONA) CD(DONA) Doula Profile

As soon as my husband and I met Rachel Mueller we knew that she was the doula for us! Her approach to doula care involves providing organized and detailed information in a very nonjudgmental and friendly way. She made us feel empowered (yet was not pushy) to make educated decisions regarding our pregnancy, birth, and postpartum period.

Rachel contacted us regularly during the pregnancy to ensure all of our questions and concerns were addressed. We met several times to practice different labor techniques and determine what would work best for our unique personalities and situation (aromatherapy, massage, visualization, etc). I really appreciated her ability to fine-tune her techniques to our needs and desires.

During the birth, Rachel was simply fantastic! She was able to suggest many good positions, massage, visualizations, and breathing techniques to keep me calm and focused during birth. She also was wonderful at giving my husband gentle suggestions to stay active and helpful the entire time. Together, they were an excellent support team.

Lastly, Rachel really shines during the postpartum period. It was obvious that she truly cared about how we were adjusting to the new baby at both the hospital and once we were home. She was always available via email or telephone to answer questions regarding breastfeeding, co-sleeping, and general infant care.

In summary, hiring Rachel Mueller was one of the best decisions we have ever made. We would definitely hire her again for any subsequent children.

I am very pleased I had Rachel as my postpartum doula, and in retrospect, wish I had her as my birth doula as well.  Rachel has been a wealth of information and help as a postpartum doula.  As a second time mommy, I didn't think I'd learn as much from a doula this time around!  Her information is well researched, not folk advice, and she gives you the space to use or leave what you will of what she offers.   Breastfeeding got off to a much better start this time influenced by Rachel's observations.  She's genuinely interested in helping your family off with the best start.  She was helpful with my older child, too, in helping me get more rest and helping my three year old adjust to her new sister.  She still mentions Rachel now two months later.  I have already sent someone I know Rachel's way and highly recommend you speak with Rachel to see if she is as wonderful a match for you as she was for me.

Rachel was my postpardum Doula and was absolutely fantastic! I looked forward to the days that she was scheduled to come over. Rachel helped with the initial adjustment of the new baby, and our very active 3 year old. Rachel helped me maintain the 3 year olds sleep, lunch, and play schedule, as well as establishing one for the baby's. She even helped me organize the play room one day, when I was feeling overwhelmed! She brought me videos and books to read before the baby arrived, which taught me a lot! She reviewed birth day and things I should be aware of to make the experience more relaxing. When it came to breastfeeding, her initial guidance helped me build a strong foundation for nursing over 14 months! I was extremely thankful for her, so much so that we even recommended her to be my sister in law's doula!

 We hired Rachel toward the end of our pregnacy to assist us with the birth process of our first baby. I went into labor at 3 am and called Rachel at 6 am, she met us at the hospital tools in hand and thus began a 12 hour process. She was so helpful to both me and my husband, always calm and reassuring, willing to do whatever I needed from getting me toast and popsicles to wiping down my face with a wash cloth. Our daughter was born into a calm and welcoming environment. My husband was able to relax and care for me, the process was wonderful!