Aaron

12/9/2024

I cannot say enough good things about Britney! Our meetings before the birth were filled with helpful information and she did not hesitate to answer all of our questions. When Briney arrived at our home once my wife went into labour she did an amazing job guiding us both through the process. And when it came time for delivery, Britney and our midwife worked together flawlessly even though they had never worked together before. Britney was a crucial part of our home birth and I would recomend her to anyone who is looking for an amazing doula that you can truly depend on.

Thank you for everything you did for us Britney, we are forever grateful. 

Marissa Quenneville Thorpe

12/6/2024

We were hesitant about getting a doula as it was our first child and we weren't sure if we needed one, but upon interviewing Brittney we knew immediately that we liked her confidence and conviction in what a doula could offer. Brittney was able to help us prepare for our birth experience in a realistic way and was a vital teammate of ours during our actual labour. She was a strong advocate and really supported my husband to ask questions and make statements that empowered us to advocate for ourselves as well. We felt we were treated even better by staff having her present due to her kind but confident nature. Her strong knowledge of my birth preferences as well as her personal doula expertise overall resulted in less medical intervention for me, more awareness of what was happening, and a quicker recovery. She was an amazing support mentally, physically and emotionally during the process and really helped us understand all our options and process everything post-birth. Plus I'll treasure the keepsake she left us with forever. 

I felt I wanted a doula so I could be a more active participant in my labour and not feel like things were happening to me without my most informed consent and understanding. I truly felt like that was possible with Brittney and would highly recommend her to future expecting families. 

Elisa

11/16/2024

Brittney was excellent! During my labour, her support was critical for my pain management strategy. She coached me through breath work for many of my contractions and provided literal hands on support for over 8 hours. She is strong, supportive, and very good at her job. In hindsight, I don't think I could have managed my pain and persisted in my home birth without her. 

Brandon Clark

11/10/2024

Brittney was my wife's doula for both of our deliveries, and they were both amazing experiences.  I'd read books and participated in classes but still felt so removed from the birthing process.  Our first meeting with Brittney was a run-down of her services and an explanation of her role on delivery day, which was very informative for me. She was always easy to reach if we had questions or concerns.  Both births happened very quickly, but Brittney was the first person we called and she was the first of our team to arrive to help my wife.  My wife only has great things to say about her experience with Brittney, but from my perspective as the upcoming father I really valued her being there. She was able to help my wife be as comfortable as possible, helped relieve pain or suggest new things to try, was clear and consise with her directions, and was empathetic to what my wife was going through. She allowed me to be part of the birthing process as much as I could by directing practical ways I could help (find some music, set up and fill the birthing pool, specific massages, etc.) in a way that I felt connected to what was going on.  I'd never held a newborn baby before and she stuck around with me immediately after the birth to show me what to do, how to hold him, what was normal and what was not, answer questions I had, and made me comfortable. We had two home births and she worked behind the scenes after the birth to do some major clean-up, which allowed my wife and I to just enjoy the first moments with our newborns.  If you're thinking about hiring a doula, we only have positive things to say about Brittney. We both think she was a vital part to both our deliveries, and if we were to have any more kids Brittney would be the first person we'd call.

Lance Brown

11/6/2024

Brittany was an essential support throughout our long and challenging labor. Her calm presence and expertise provided stability in moments of uncertainty, guiding us through each stage with clarity and confidence. She was not only attentive to us but also fantastic with our daughter, offering constant care and comfort that brought us real peace of mind. Brittany anticipated our needs, offered practical guidance, and stayed by our side every step of the way. Her support was instrumental in helping us welcome a healthy baby, and we’re incredibly thankful for her dedication and compassion

Tiffany

11/6/2024

Brittney is amazing at what she does! Having her present during the labour and birth of my second child was everything I could have asked for and more. I felt supported, encouraged, and heard and felt like her knowledge and assistance in working through contractions and different positions to assist with progress in my labour were priceless. You cannot go wrong with hiring Brittney to be your Doula, and in fact I promise you, you will be so so thankful that you did!

Kateryna

10/18/2024

Brittney stood out right away from all the doulas we chatted with, as very knowledgeable and professional. She provided a lot of information and resources throughout pregnancy. The birth went great and she was there to support both myself and my husband. Having a doula definitely added confidence to us as first time parents. The amount of information out there makes it difficult to know what to focus on and what questions to ask doctors. I also wanted someone there who can stay cool and not give in to emotions during my birth experience. Thankful to receive this support from Brittney!

Bonnie

9/26/2024

I was very thankful to have had Brittney by my side during my delivery. She was so quick to answer any questions leading up to my due date, and provided encouragement and reassurance. During labour Brittney was so helpful- she wasn't in the way or overbearing in any way, but provided suggestions for trying different positions and guidance through the process and supported my husband to support me. I really loved how she anticipated what was coming up during the process of labour and provided me with a head's up and review of what decision I might need to make. She provided an encouraging, calm, and confident presence during my labour which was so amazing. I would definitely recommend!!!

Tatiana Dumont

9/1/2024

After our incredible experience with Brittney as our doula, we decided that we don’t ever want to go through birth without one. As a first time mom, I felt clueless about many things. I wanted to have a natural vaginal birth with minimal intervention and was nervous since I wasn’t able to get a midwife. Brittney reassured me we could achieve this despite having a hospital birth. On the day of delivery, she quickly joined us when my contractions became hard to speak through and helped me labour at home until I was about 6-7 cm dilated. Which meant I could get a room immediately despite how busy the hospital was. She provided useful suggestions for pain relief, breathing techniques and positions for labour then pushing. And reminded me of my goals throughout to ensure I was able to achieve the birth I wanted. She even kept holding my hand despite my iron grip! Haha. Brittney also captured the entire labour and birth with pictures and videos that we can now look back on. My husband and I are extremely grateful and look forward to our next birth with her!

Krystal Donauer

8/11/2024

Choosing Brittney to be our Doula was the best choice we made for our second home birth. Her view on birthing was one of the first things that we loved about her, the second being her personality which was exactly what we were looking for in our Doula. Brittney always kept the lines of communication open and a was prompt with all of her replies to any message I sent her way. On the day of our birth, it was this open and prompt communication that helped me get in the physical and mental place I needed to be for our very quick birth, as well as allow Brittney to get to us in a timely fashion. During labour, Brittney did everything from helping me focus, breathe, move as well as helping our three year old, who was overwhelmed by the situation at first, become comfortable and be there for the birth of her sister. Our birth was exactly what we had hoped for and having Brittney as our Doula was a big part of us being able to have that.

Melissa

6/29/2024

Happy to have chosen Brittney as my doula!

I was nearly 38 weeks pregnant when I started my search (late, I know).  At the time, I did not know what to expect and/or what I personally needed from a doula - other than someone who was experienced (understood the process of things in a hospital setting, my options) and could coach with breathing techniques, the works, as I wanted a natural birth.  (I met with three doulas.)  From the initial video call, I appreciated Brittney’s honesty, understanding, experience and knowledge.  She also exuded confidence.  Because of this my husband and I chose Brittney and we were lucky that she was available to take us on such short notice.

I did not have much time to utilize Brittney while pregnant but when the time came she was reliable and showed up at the hospital for us.  She did a good job being present, coaching me, explaining to us what was happening etc. but also letting my husband and I enjoy the experience together as a couple.  It is important to note that my husband and I felt comfortable with her.

She is an angel and a great asset to have on your team for such an important day.  Even after the delivery of my son, she has been a great resource answering all of my random questions. :)

Thank you Brittney.  We appreciate you.

Haley Plamondon

4/25/2024

Brittney's presence the morning my contractions started gave instant peace and comfort to our home. Knowing she would hold space for my husband and I, as first time parents, was both validating and reassuring as we entered this stage of labor together. She provided unity between my husband and I by always being one step ahead in planning our next location, movement or simply providing affirming words. I was in "the zone", but knew she was helping us both choreograph movements that not only felt good physically but helped me connect with inner self and my husband. Her guiding hand was not just comforting, but in my opinion a major influence on the peace we all experienced during labor and delivery even with all the changes and unknowns we experienced. For any expecting mama, and parenter wanting to be held and guided  during this transitional time I would highly recommend Brittney to support you. She truly is a peaceful doula! 

Simone

2/18/2024

I used Brittney as my doula for the birth of both my children. She was absolutely wonderful to work with. I had quite fast births at home and it was a relief having Brittney there as she guided us through early labour and when we should call the midwife. She was a huge support to my husband in helping him through the process and directing him on how he could help me. She was also great at reminding me to listen to my body and would notice when I was getting too tense and would help me breathe and relax. I honestly think that I had such quick and easy births is in large part because of the education and information I received from Brittney and my midwife. Brittney also took some beautiful photos of both births and I will cherish those photos forever. She was kind, calm, supportive, and very easy to talk to. I would recommend Brittney to anyone and would use her again in a heartbeat. 

Bonni

1/9/2024

Brittney was such an essential part of the team going into my last birth with my daughter, born at the peak of the third wave of COVID. The staff at the Royal Alex was about to make me choose between having my husband or my doula present for my labor/birth, but doula Brit did what she does best, which is ADVOCACY, and bossed her way into the room to be with me when I needed her most. When she finally made it past the head nurses, we were so relieved! My husband was pretty much at the end of the rope on knowing how to help me and Brittney's leadership was directive, yet quiet and led by experience. The irritating nurse backed off and gave us much more space too, which was appreciated. Brittney provided reassurance that things were on the right track, even when we were totally freaked out by some of the weird things that can come up during labor. She got me into different positions for labor that seemed to speed things along, which is useful, as it makes it less likely that hospital staff are going to try to push interventions when stalling happens. I managed to get through labor and birth unmedicated, which probably wouldn't have happened without her. She also took precious photos of the birth that my husband never would have thought to capture. We are so grateful for her services and are eager to use her again now in my second pregnancy! Thank you Brittney!

Lia

1/5/2024

Loved working with Brittney! She was such a calm and reassuring presence throughout my pregnancy and birth. She was able to get information from my midwife and immediately turn it into helpful feedback for me on how to position myself, and as a result I had the easiest, most amazing birth with zero tearing (an absolutely wonderful gift after a third degree tear during my last birth). We have the best videos and pictures of our daughter being born thanks to Brittney. My birth was absolutely perfect and she was a huge part of that!

Jocelyn Burke

1/1/2024

I found Brittney when I was around 35 or 36 weeks pregnant with my second.  I was hesitant that I even needed a birth doula as I didn't really know what I was needing at the time - but I did know that I desperately wanted a natural water birth (location still undecided).  I found myself faced with a second (and potentially final) chance to "get it right", as I trusted my first pregnancy with an OBGYN via the health care system that ended in a labour and delivery that left me very much scarred - both physically (via a C-section) and mentally.  It was everything I didn't want from A to Z.  I felt robbed.  I was sure to find myself a midwife this time around, and when I chatted with her about a birth doula and whether she thought I might need one, she told me to book a consult and chat with one.  She felt that I would know if it was for me or not and recommended Brittney.

Well after my initial consult with Brittney, I was sold!  I knew I wanted - nay - NEEDED her on my team.  She shared that she had gone through a similar birthing experience for her first child and went on to have a successful unmedicated home water birth for her second.  She was the dream that I had for myself - to be brazen and bold enough to say that I didn't need a hospital, and that I trusted my body could do what it was designed to from the comfort of my own home.  I wanted to not be afraid of the raw experience of birth and Brittney was the support I needed.  Her desire for all women to have the birthing experience they dream of is highly evident in her coaching.  She is so in tune with her clients and unbelievably caring and supportive.  She is deeply knowledgeable, fierce, bold, strong, and confident - everything you NEED in the room when you feel you can't do it anymore.  She was one of two angels that gave me the greatest gift of all - my dream home water birth - and I NEVER could have done it without her!

Courtney

12/22/2023

We had a fantastic experience with Britney. she is calm, confident, and professional.
My labour was fast, 2.5 hours from start to finish. I felt overwhelmed with how quickly things went, but when Britney showed up at the hospital, her calm presence was exactly what I needed. She was a great help coaching me how to breath through contractions, and got some great photos of us and baby. She was really helpful with assisting me latch Lydia for the first breastfeed.

Though she didn't have to, I'm sure she would have reminded me what I wanted and given me courage to advocate for myself if needed.

10/10 would recommend as a doula. 

Meagann Johnston

12/18/2023

Brittney was our doula for our first baby! She is so kind encouraging and knowledgeable. We were given a lot of information on how to advocate for our birth experience hopes and was a great support when we needed to make decisions. She gave my partner a lot of confidence to be helpful when needed by her words of wisdoms and advice. Brittney is the perfect combination of calm aund confident but also your biggest cheerleader with her upbeat personality. We can’t say enough about her as our doula and hope we are privileged enough to have another child one day and hopefully have her by our side.

Kara

12/15/2023

My VBAC success had so much to do with the support from my team (midwife and Brittney).

My midwife referred me to Brittney, and she was an amazing fit for my needs. My first birth was difficult and ended in a cesarian. Second time around I was crossing my fingers and toes for a VBAC. Having someone who has been though a similar situation and helped others have successful VBACS was such a blessing. Having a hospital birth the first time I knew I wanted someone else to help advocate for my needs should something go wrong, and my midwife wasn’t there. Brittney gave me many resources to help with my mindset on pain, which was vital to my birthing process as epidurals don’t work for me. When I went into labour and we had decided it was hospital time, she answered right away and was there at the hospital in no time. While admitted she gave her unwavering support to myself and my husband. I am very hands off when I am in labour but never once did I feel unsupported or that she wouldn’t be there for me the minute I needed it (she is very intuitive). She walked me though some of the rougher moments in my labour. Brittney helped us out so much after birth as well. My son was rushed into the care of the neonatologist and she was there for me so my husband could be with our son. Having a doula is so much more than having someone to advocate for you in situations you might not be able too. Their support is something every mom should feel when going through the birthing process. I would recommend Brittney to all my family and friends. She is an amazing compassionate person who supports you through the whole processes and brings so much knowledge. The level of care that Brittney brings to her practice is astounding.

Rema Zawi

12/15/2023

I had Britney for my 4th child at the hospital.  It was during covid and they didnt allow very many people (only husband or mother for example). Although my husband was there, she was the one who advocated for me. I was lucky to have a nurse and obgyn who welcomed a doula and werent intimidated by Britney. It was because of her who suggested I try pushing baby standing after i had been pushing for almost 2 hours on my back with no success.  She was the encouraging voice and she even tied my hair up when it was falling over my face.  It's those little things sometimes that are so appreciated. I am an experienced mama so I didnt need much help with baby but she is able to help in that as well.  The best part and gift was after visit when she had recorded the whole experience. I had no idea about half the stuff that was happening especially after the baby came out and my husbands reaction.  I recommend Britney especially for those who would like to have a "sister" support and advocate for you. For those who have no family and especially for those first time mothers.  Thank you :)

Lisa Van Drunen

12/6/2023

We decided to get a doula as we were doing a water/home birth. I knew that I would need emotional support as this was my first birth. It was well worth it. Brittney was so good! So calm and supportive!!

She helped me with my mindset throughout the whole labour/delivery. Had me get into different positions to help me with the contractions. At one point I was about to throw my whole plan out the window but Brittney was there to help me through the pain mentally.

I truly believe that I would not have gotten through my labour naturally if it weren’t for Brittneys help. When I wanted an epidural, she talked me out of it, which is exactly what my wishes were. If I had given in to getting an epidural,  I would have had some regrets.

Thank you :)

Angela

7/25/2022

I hired Brittney for my July 2021 birth. From the moment I spoke with her, I knew she was the right person to join my partner and I for the birth of our daughter. For the months leading up to the birth, Brittney answered every question I had and made phone calls for me about what I was able to bring with me to the hospital (covid). She was also up to date on all of the covid updates for who was allowed into the hospital. I lucked out, and she was permitted to join my partner and I. Brittney was an essential person during my labour. I was induced and labour started MUCH quicker than anticipated. We called Brittney and she was on her way immediately, in the middle of the night. She helped me through active labour when I was ready to give up. She advocated for me and ensured the doctor followed my birth plan. I was set on a non-medicated birth and she helped me to achieve that. She took some beautiful photos during the birth, that initially I didn't want, but am so thankful she took them! I had complications after the birth and she held my hand through some very painful, non-medicated surgery, while my partner tended to our daughter. After I went home, Brittney followed up and visited. She answered questions I had about baby carrying and showed me some techniques. I highly recommend Brittney as a doula. She is calm, motivating, knowledgable, and encouraging. I would hire her again for my next baby.

Simran

8/17/2021

Brittney was a great support person during my labour and delivery. She was quick to respond to my text and calls . She was calm and composed which made me feel comfortable with her . And her positive thinking and gentle approach helped me relax during labour . She was anazing!

Vivian

12/22/2020

I had a doula for my first pregnancy and delivery and it was such a supportive experience. When I became pregnant with my second daughter I knew I wanted a doula again but my previous doula want available. I interviewed several doulas before meeting Brittney. I am so thankful I found her. Her calm presence and positivity about birth were perfect for me. I know it was a great relief to my husband to feel I was in competent hands while he cared for our older daughter and caught some sleep during my early labor.

With Brittney's support I was able to labor at home as long as possible before heading to the hospital to deliver. She was with me right up to the entrance of the maternity ward (only my husband was allowed in with me due to COVID restrictions at the time).

I delivered my daughter about 30 minutes later!

Post partum Brother was able to normalize my adjustment to having two children by pulling on her own experience as a mom.

I'm done having children but if I wasn't if want Britney to support me again!

Loan Nguyen

7/14/2020

Thank you, Brittany for being there for me for the birth of our little Winnie! You made my journey so magical from pregnancy to birth. When I had questions or concerns, you always had the answers for me! Your quick communication meant a lot to both myself and my husband. During labour, you supported me through each contraction and made me feel so empowered. My husband appreciated you explaining what I was going through and it meant so much to us when you were able to talk to the nurse when I couldn't. You documented my birth with notes and photos for me to see after and even baked me cinnamon buns! I couldn't have asked for a better doula. Thank you so much for being part of a very special chapter in our lives!