Erica Delmore Doula Profile

Ms. Erica Delmore will forever be held in my highest regard for her care during the birth of my second son. Her dedication to following my personal birth plan both enhanced my enjoyment of the birthing process and fulfilled all of my expectations. Erica maintained professionalism, but also provided a loving and understanding environment by answering all of my family’s questions (not just mine) and spending plenty of time with us before and after my son’s birth to ensure our comfort level with our new baby. Her attitude was superb and gave me the confidence that I needed to get through my labor as comfortably as possible without the use of any medications. She supported my decisions in every way and encouraged me to ask every question without feeling silly or overbearing. My family chose to do a hospital birth and Erica cooperated with hospital staff and my doctor while assuring me that all of my pre-birth decisions would be respected and observed. Erica is a terrific person, and I can’t say enough for her skill and ability. She genuinely loves her job, and I would recommend her services without reservation.

We are very fortunate to have had our paths cross with Erica Delmore in our birthing class. From the first time she helped me with my ongoing and very painful sciatica, there was an instant connection! Erica requested to be our doula and we knew immediately that this would be a perfect match for my husband and me. Erica came over to our house several times to discuss what kind of birth we were hoping to have and she educated us as to the different roles she would be able to fill in our labor and delivery. Throughout the last few weeks of the pregnancy, I was able to draw on her vast knowledge to help me with some of what I was experiencing. Throughout our labor and delivery, she was a calming presence with her constant reassurance, comfort and words of encouragement. It was so helpful to have her at my side. She worked tirelessly as my impartial advocate, when we were communicating with our doctor and nurses. She would interpret, in layman’s terms, what the doctors or nurses were telling us and different options available. She was able to offer help and advice, both physical and emotional, whenever it was needed, even if it was just holding my hand. And the care she gave me was very individualized based on my specific needs. I really liked how Erica followed up with me in the days and weeks after our daughter’s birth. She has always been available, even seven months later, if I have any questions about my baby or my body. She is still so supportive of me. What I love most about Erica is that she is always very positive, kind, sweet, and extremely knowledgeable. We went into our delivery more informed and both she and I were on the same page, realizing that the most important outcome was going to be healthy mom and healthy baby! I would have Erica present again at any of our future births and I would highly recommend her to anybody who desires a more natural labor and delivery and would like the caring presence of a skilled doula by her side.