Website: www.justalittlesweetness.com Phone: (610) 217-4294 Type of Practice: Solo practice Clients per Month: 0 to 3 births and 0 to 3 postpartum families Birth and Postpartum Doula Birth Doula Experience: 6 years and 100 births attended Postpartum Doula Experience: 6 years and 15 families served Area of practice: Watertown, MA Travel range: 90 miles Travel comments/restrictions: Languages spoken: English, slight Spanish
Specific certifications for the above: Training through CAPPA
Breastfeeding Certifications
Private breastfeeding education
Childbirth Educator Certifications
HBCE (HypnoBirthing)
Not certified but years of experience with hypnobirthing
Other Credentials
CPM (Certified Professional Midwife)
Neonatal Resuscitation Certified (American Academy of Pediatrics)
College Education
BA/BS
Specialized training or previous experience:
Over 40
Families conceiving with ART and IVF
VBAC
Home Birth
Multiples
LGBTQ Families
Special needs babies
Prematurity
Twins
Postpartum mood disorders
High risk
Expected stillbirth
Single parents
Cesarean birth
Waterbirth
Survivors of childhood sexual abuse
Special services available:
Placenta encapsulation
Monitrice services
Sibling support (for your older children at the birth)
Antepartum doula
Miscarriage Support (Before, During or After)
Relevant volunteer or advocacy work: Birth work in the Amish and Mennonite communities
Attends hospital births? All Hospitals Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers Attends home births? Any Home Birth
Birth doula fee: $850 to $1200 Postpartum doula hourly rate: $30 to $35 Fee details: $30/hr days and $35/hr overnight
sliding scale available
Client Testimonials for Tammy Wills
Sara Cohen
The day I met Tammy, she immediately put me at ease, as we talked about my expectations for my birth and postpartum period. When I was unexpectedly admitted for induction the next day, she got someone to cover for her at her job so she could be with me right away. I was upset because I wanted as natural birth as possible and knew this would be hard once the Pitocin kicked in. Having Tammy with me was great because she advocated for me so I could have the best birth possible for me. I’m not one to question authority or stand up for myself. Tammy did that for me, and I was grateful. She fought to get me some time off the monitor so I could walk. She asked if I could get something to eat other than jello and juice, and we got it. She did her best to make sure that my birth plan was carried out as best it could be (with the induction it was all but thrown out the window). And when I decided to get an epidural in the hopes of speeding up my dilation, she made sure that I was sure it was what I wanted to do, and then she supported my decision. Without her I might have ended up with a C-section, and instead I had a vaginal birth and two healthy boys.
Posted 8/8/2011
Rochelle Costigan
Tammy was amazing. She's caring, intuitive, and beyond helpful. Having her as my doula made a world of difference! She was by my side throughout my entire labor. She was always there giving me the reassurance I needed, and helping me feel more relaxed by being such a loving, supportive, and caring presence during my birth. She did everything she could to make myself, and my family feel as comfortable as possible. She was there with me all the way- and I couldn't have imagined anyone being a better doula than Tammy was for me. She went above and beyond, and exceeded my highest expectations as what I wanted, and expected from a doula. She helped me during the tough times during my labor, and was there for me in more ways I can count when our family was going through the transition of welcoming a new baby. Having her by your side feels wonderful because she takes it upon herself to help you in any way she can think of. Tammy is very thoughtful, hard working, and very loving. She is very knowledgeable, and has lots of experience with mothers and children which are some of her many positive character traits. Most importantly-she cares. And it shows in the quality of her service she provides mothers, babies, and families. I can't say enough positive things about Tammy Wills as my doula. She was great. I highly recommend her to anyone who wants the best care. Tammy is great with children and pets love her too. My children love her, and she was phenomenal with my newborn. She was an angel for me as far as I'm concerned. I wish I had the pleasure, and privilege of having her at my previous births. She's worked hard to earn her reputation as one of the top doulas in the area, and definitely delivers when it comes to being such. I would highly recommend her to anyone who wants a competent, caring, helpful, and knowledgeable doula. Tammy Wills is a doula you can absolutely trust to be there for you when you need a strong, supportive caring helper by your side.
The day I met Tammy, she immediately put me at ease, as we talked about my expectations for my birth and postpartum period. When I was unexpectedly admitted for induction the next day, she got someone to cover for her at her job so she could be with me right away. I was upset because I wanted as natural birth as possible and knew this would be hard once the Pitocin kicked in. Having Tammy with me was great because she advocated for me so I could have the best birth possible for me. I’m not one to question authority or stand up for myself. Tammy did that for me, and I was grateful. She fought to get me some time off the monitor so I could walk. She asked if I could get something to eat other than jello and juice, and we got it. She did her best to make sure that my birth plan was carried out as best it could be (with the induction it was all but thrown out the window). And when I decided to get an epidural in the hopes of speeding up my dilation, she made sure that I was sure it was what I wanted to do, and then she supported my decision. Without her I might have ended up with a C-section, and instead I had a vaginal birth and two healthy boys.