Teresa Duret

8/18/2023

Maria Victoria is such an amazing person to work with! From the moment we met her, she's been kind, warm and non-judgemental. I told her about my previous experience with my first child during labor and how I didn't want a repeat of that. She understood me on a deep level and assured me that we can have the labor of my dreams! My labor experience with her was fun and peaceful! She came right away when I called at 1am, she kept the vibe high in the hospital by encouraging my husband and I to dance and to have fun, and she was an advocate for me when I didn't know what options I had in the hospital. She also positioned me in various ways to help bring my baby down. She massaged my back, gave me fruits for energy, and walked me through breathing exercises to manage the pain. My only regret is that I didn't find her for my first pregnancy! She is a beautiful person, inside and out and her doula skills are unparalleled. 

Aisha

2/27/2023

Maria Victoria is the BEST thing that could have ever happened to my family's pregnancy journey. As a first time mom, I didn't know where to begin. I ended up selecting a doctor that was a terrible fit, and despite my positive attitude, I would leave appointments feeling terrified of everything that might go wrong.

Maria Victoria stepped in as my advocate and confidant from the beginning. She helped me craft the right questions to ask and eventually even helped me find an entirely new doctor that was more so aligned with my values.

Once we were ready to welcome our baby, Maria Victoria helped us navigate the typical pitfalls of the hospital system. She was there every step of the way as a reassuring, calming, and knowledgeable presence. I knew I wanted her to be in the delivery room from the start, and I'm eternally grateful that I did. We ended up with an on-call doctor that had zero respect for me or our birthing wishes. Maria Victoria made it a point to speak up for me and ensure that our wishes were fulfilled.  Because of her, I was empowered to deliver my daughter without an epidural and we welcomed a beautiful, healthy baby girl into the world! 

Maria Victoria was even there to help us settle back into our home and new routine. She helped me begin to nurse and understand how to pump. Had it not been for her I would have been so overwhelmed. As much as my partner was an amazing support, Maria Victoria was equally integral to our beautiful experience. I owe her everything! 

Carly

4/19/2022

Maria was absolutely amazing! She was hired as a Post Partum Doula but quickly became a friend. Her wealth of knowledge was the best thing I could have possibly asked for in my time of Post Partum Doula need. She truly is a jack of all trades. From preparing us delicious plant-based nutrition to teaching us about elimination communication, holistic living, breath work and so much more she was an amazing fit for our family. She was available around the clock during her 10 day stay. She helped me establish a healthy breast-feeding relationship with my twins as well as provide me time to sleep while she took care of the babies. My life is truly changed after meeting her. I have learned so much from her and will continue to do so as I keep up with her on social media as well as see her in person when our schedules allow for it. I truly can’t say enough good things about her. 10/10 FIVE STARS !!!!

Margaret

6/23/2021

MV was a great addition to our birth! We weren't sure on hiring a doula until it was certain that I'd be able to delivery vaginally, as there were some factors pointing forward c section, at first. But that all changed, we started searching, and brought MV on late in the third trimester. MV helped me learn breathing techniques, and ways my husband could be my partner in the birth of our daughter as well. I'm not sure I'd have ended up with an unmedicated birth if it weren't for MV. Her presence allowed my husband to be by my side literally all day, through all the pain, while still guiding us both through labor. She helped with different positioning to help labor along, discussed with us our options when doctors wanted to use additional induction methods (I was unfortunately induced), and with the help of MV, I was able to avoid any further induction interventions, outside of the first they gave me. To this day, I still can't believe I did it unmedicated, and both my husband and I believe we have MV to thank for that. Our daughter was born incredibly alert, eyes wide open, not groggy, ready to feed, which was why we truly wanted an unmedicated birth. MV advocated for us when we wouldn't have been able to advocate for ourselves and how we wanted the birth to go. We are very thankful for MV! 

Shanchiya

6/1/2021

I stumbled upon Victoria during my search for a doula. I was a month away from my due date and Victoria took me on without hesitation. From just a phone conversation we immediately clicked. She has a positive aura and always overflowing with love. She has been outstanding and monumental during our prenatal care, our labor and delivery and post natal care.  She taught me many breathing and birthing techniques which got me through my labor medication free! She believed in my and gave me the courage to witness the miraculous birth of our daughter. Her husband Seth was our post partum holistic chef and provided delicious, wholesome plant based nutritious meals. What a wonderful couple. Truly a dream team and I cannot recommend them enough. You will not be disappointed. We truly love them!

Debbie Barnett

12/17/2019

I was unexpectedly pregnant with baby number 3 in my late 30s and knew I wanted to do it completely different than my other 2 pregnancies. I wanted full control of my birth experience since I had 2 pretty traumatic cesareans in the past. I hired a midwife who took me on as her client and also decided I wanted a doula for the entire pregnancy. I had full physical and mental ability on having a natural birth at home and Tory was in full support from the beginning all the way to the very end, unlike my midwife who I eventually had to let go at 36 weeks pregnant. Tory encouraged me during trying times in my pregnancy, attended midwifery appointments with me, prepared delicious plant based organic meals, helped me during my entire laboring process with emotional and pyhsical support, offered lactation assitance, and also helped me after baby was born with house work and just an extra hand. She was my earth side angel during this time and cannot thank her enough. She is the very best because she really does care, she is very passionate about what she does, so encouraging especially when you start to doubt yourself, such a kind, and extremely supportive individual.

jasmine fields

8/4/2018

Tori and I grew up together and I confided in her during my pregnancy with a million and one questions... this was my first child and i had to admit it, i hadn't a clue what i was doing! Haha i was slowly nearing the end of my pregnancy and still had not decided exactly on a birth plan. 3 weeks before baby’s C’s due date and my water broke!!! I had no choice but to decide right then and there. When i texted Torri she without question was on her way. Though unexpected, my birth was amazing. She kept me focused. I felt in control the whole time and i was able to have the natural birth i had wanted. She kept me moving and constantly encouraged me during the Labor which i found so empowering! Even the days and weeks prior to coming home from the hospital she reached out to me and visited us to make sure the transition into motherhood was smooth. I couldn’t be happier with the love and support i received with the help of our Doula.

Sarah Marcus

5/28/2018

Wise family members wanted gave me the gift of hired help after the birth of my first baby so I hired Tory as a post partum doula. At the time, I expected to have a natural birth at home and not need much help afterwards. I ended up having a traumatic hospital birth, which involved a c section and a lengthy hospital stay. I was completely physically and emotionally traumatized after the birth. Tory helped me tremendously during this time. She came to the hospital to help us learn how to calm our baby and brought essential oils and other things to help all of us relax. She came to my house twice and helped me learn how to use a moby wrap, swaddle the baby and gave me great advice on diapers and other baby essentials. But the most important thing Tory did for me was ilsten. We spoke at length about my experience and it helped me reach the first stage of my healing process. I don't know what I would have done without her!

Sandra Miciel Go

8/3/2017

As a new mom, I wanted to provide the best care to my newborn son. I was advised to seek help from a post partum doula and that's how I met Tory (Victoria). She was a good support and made very helpful recommendations. I initially struggled with breast feeding and Tory was very patient with me and provided guidance all throughout. She was very accessible thru text messages as well with any questions I had. She guided me with many things including diet, baby accessories, wrap, etc. I'm so thankful to have met her. I definitely recommend Tory, she's very knowledgeable about the birthing process and post partum and she's great at what she does!

Tierney Johnson

5/17/2017

I initially set up an interview with Victoria because she lived quite close to me. I have a history of precipitious labor and I was trying to plan wisely for the birth of my third child! Victoria ended up being a perfect match for me and my husband. She is spunky and genuine and my whole family loved her, from my kids to my grandmother. She was very attentive to my needs and desires during my pregnancy and labor. She helped me prepare my mind and body for labor and delivery through a few HypnoBirthing techniques (positive affirmations, surge breathing, visualization) and prenatal yoga. She helped me figure out what kind of birth experience I wanted and helped me take the necessary steps to achieve it. During my labor, she remianed with my husband and I for 12+ hours to motivate us and help me manage any labor pain naturally. She snapped "action" photos I now cherish of me, my husband, and my new daughter moments after delivery. I am confident that Victoria has the personality and knowledge base needed to stand by all kinds of mothers as they plan for and fulfill birth experiences they will look back on and be proud of! Victoria helped me achieve a satisfying and life-changing birth experience (don't get me wrong- it was no walk in the park during the process!!!) and I am eternally grateful to her for that. I also gained a new friend! (We love you, Victoria! xoxo)