Kemper Neill-Chung

11/17/2025

Christine was with my husband and me for over 24 hours during the birth of our son. I truly do not understand how people give birth without a doule like Christine by their side. From logistical support with how to best utlize all the resources available in the hospital room to thoughtful guidance on decisions about interventions to the warmest and most loving conversation and support, Christine was the star of my labor and the reason I had such a positive birth experience. She was so patient with me, quickly understood my fears/anxieties and anticipated how to address/avoid any triggers, shared so much of herself and was just a constant source of comfort and calm during the most intense experience of my life. The pre-birth and postpartum visits with Christine were also so informative, comforting and essential to my feeling comfortable about becoming a parent. I am so glad that Christine was my doula and I would recommend her to anyone. 

Rebecca H

8/19/2025

I don't have enough words to describe my gratitude for Christine and her doula partner Beth! Its clear that they love what they do and pour this into every aspect of their birth work; providing truly knowledgeable, thoughtful, and holistic care. Beth was the one present at my birth and was an incredible advocate and such a calm, friendly, and lovely presence.

I had a fast active phase of labor and ultimately had an unexpected turn of events with shoulder dystocia, and Beth was so helpful providing reassurance, support, and information to me and my spouse. Later, as I was processing how I felt about my labor and birth experience, Christine provided me with amazing resources and such a kind listening ear as I worked through my feelings. Its because of this that I am able to feel so empowered thinking back on it now! She also provided me with vital mental health resources while grappling with perinatal anxiety and baby blues, and has provided vast lactation knowledge and support; helping me learn how to express colostrum prior to birth, how to pump, and explore different breast feeding positions. 

My husband has said so many times how appreciative he is of Christine and Beth; he has felt far more empowered because of their amazing support. Specifically, "I was overwhelmed learning how to navigate the medical system and wanted to honor your birth plan and be a good partner during the postpartum period. Beth and Christine took all that anxiety away and helped me feel fully present for you." 

During postpartum we felt so supported with visits, incredible lactation ball snacks (now a staple in our household!), lactation knowledge, and frequent text check-ins. Every question we've had has been met with warmth, empathy, reassurance, and endless amazing resources. If we have another baby we would be truly honored to work with them again, and wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone seeking doula care! 

Liza Birkenmeier

8/15/2025

My wife and I felt immediately at home speaking to Christine (and her partner Beth.) We knew they were both people we would be comfortable calling or texting with the kind of vulnerable questions that arise with such urgency during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Our overall experience was even better than we anticipated, and I cannot--in sentences--express the wonder and gratitude that came from working with them. It is all superlative. 

Christine and Beth checked in throughout the end of the pregnancy unprompted. We felt invited into an experience we didn't know was possible; we had such generous guides in the most anxiety-provoking and exciting time of our lives. There were so many unimaginable components of giving birth, and Christine and Beth helped us stay aware and sane; we would have lost or minds without them. Christine came over in the middle of the night when I was in labor and her presence lit up the next twenty-four hours. From the knowledge of dealing with the hospital logistics to making our delivery room a lovely place to be, she made truly everything handleable.

When we came home to an entirely new planet, Beth and Christine were there on the other side, waiting with so much knowledge, patience, and generosity. It was the kind of gift I had no idea would feel life-saving. I feel confident that there was no better decison around our birth than having them with us. 

MacKenzie + Adam Hoffman

7/31/2025

It's hard to sum up our gratitude for our journey with Christine into a reasonably lengthed testimonial, but we will do our best. Being from the Midwest, pregnancy in NYC (Williamsburg, BK) was intimidating for me. From our first introduction call - Christine's presence, intelligence, humility, strength, and sense of humor (!!!) immediately calmed our nerves and we knew we had met our Doula match. She made my husband and I feel heard, prioritized, and within reason for our feelings regradless of how crazy the question or thought might be. She made herself available via phone at any hour as well as visited to make sure we were comfortable together.

I was 2 weeks past my due date & had walked, spiced, and reflexologied my days away when I finally went into labor naturally on the day I was scheduled to be induced. Christine was on and off the phone with us mapping out when to go to the hospital, knowing I wanted to labor at home as long as possible. Once through triage, everything happened quickly. Our Midwife let me know that I was "9cm" and it was time to call Christine. She made it to the hospital within what felt like 10 minutes and walked in like the Ultimate Mother she is - making sure my Type 1 Diabetic husband had snacks, felt good, and knew his role, set up the room into the "dream scenario" we discussed (music, fake candles, essential oils), then mid foot-rub (queen) she let me know I was 10cm and we were ready. My delivery was a wild, beautiful, hilarious, hard, and exhausting hour and a half - my husband on my right, Christine on my left. She simplified the midwife's communications & everything happening in the room so we felt safe, just as she had done checking in after each visit leading up to that day. She was amazing. She even came over once we were home - allowing us to laugh, nap, and recap the magic.

Having Christine was so empowering, deep breath inducing, and unforgettable. Without a doubt, we recommend <3 

Amanda Lackey

7/30/2025

I don’t think I can possibly express how lovely my experience was with Beth and Christine.

From the very first introductory video call I felt instantly relieved and supported like I was surrounded by the sweetest, strongest team.

I gave birth to my second daughter in April and it was a magical experience, greatly thanks to Beth and Christine being part of our birth team.

It started with our prep meetings where we went over things I never thought of, even as a second time mom. I always left feeling calm, prepared and supported. Not just for the birth but just as importantly for the postpartum period (how are you being nourished, ideas for meal prep, who is helping with the toddler, etc.).

This all led to the birth itself, which was so incredibly magical. I was able to have an unmedicated hospital birth (my absolute dream). Beth was at my side, with her calm presence giving just the right amount of encouragement and touch that I needed.

The postpartum support was super helpful too. Christine is such a kind, warm spirit and her presence is like the hug you really needed.
I always felt like I could reach out with questions. It’s also so nice to have someone genuinely check in on you and not just ask about the baby. 

I tell anyone who is wondering if you should get a doula - absolutely. I couldn’t recommend it encough.

Rebecca Bailin

7/30/2025

Christine Gibson is a truly wonderful doula. She leads with kindness, patience and humor. I felt really well taken care of during this whole process. I especially appreciated that she does after birth visits to help with lactation and recovery. She and her doula partner Beth are also very communicative giving a lot of support and advice (and just pep talks!) before, during and after. I will be recommending them to my friends who are planning to have a baby.

Emily Japlon

7/5/2025

We worked with Christine and her doula partner Beth throughout our first pregnancy. It was one of the best decisions we made. Christine was always accessible, helping us thoughtfully plan for birth and postpartum in the weeks and months leading up to my due date. I am confident that much of this work was foundational to the amazing birth we had and positive postpartum experience we've been having. 

My goal was to have an unmedicated hospital birth, and with Christine by our side, we were able to accomplish that. She supported us in our home, during the Uber ride (as car-less New Yorkers!), and at the hospital with such a calm and collected presence, bringing a positive energy that helped me and my husband feel safe and in control during what was an entirely new experience for us. After our son was born, she stayed with us in the hospital for several hours and made sure we were feeling good before departing.

Postpartum, she has also always been accessible -- coming to our home two days after our birth to support us with breastfeeding and enabling us to get some much-needed rest (and bringing amazing lactation balls that my husband and I still make on a weekly basis!); checking in consistently over the weeks; and always being a text or phone call away to talk things through when we've had questions, doubts, or concerns as new parents. Christine has been a shoulder to lean on and also always brings much-needed humor at the right moments. Simply put, we just love her. She and Beth also host a weekly postpartum group for new moms, and the community they've built is incredible. 

We are forever grateful that Christine has been such an important part of our family's story and wouldn't hesitate to work with her again!

Ali

6/24/2025

Christine was amazing from day one—knowledgeable, calm, and incredibly helpful. As a partner, I always felt supported and reassured, which made a big difference throughout the process.

On the day of labor, she was a huge support—helping my wife manage the contractions at home and staying steady as we moved to the hospital. I felt secure knowing she was there with us.

She continued to help after the birth, setting us up for success in those early postpartum days.

She also brought us great lactation balls that my wife loves! I got the recipe from Christine and now make them regularly.

We’re really grateful to have had her on our team.

Anna C.

6/23/2025

Christine and Beth supported the birth of our first child, and we couldn't be happier with our decision. They far exceeded any expectations we had about working with a doula (or two!) and we'd unequivocally recommend them to anyone looking for knowledgeable, empathetic, nonjudgmental, responsive, and impressively calm—and calming—birth and postpartum support. Both were super responsive before, during, and after birth, allowing us to feel as confident and comfortable as possible the entire time. We feel very lucky to have met them.

Christine didn't attend our birth, but her support in preparation and during postpartum was invaluable. She shared tons of great advice and resources that helped us make informed decisions, set realistic expectations, and stay positive, ranging from weighing the pros and cons of inductions to practical advice on breastfeeding, and even ideas on how to keep busy in those last few weeks before birth. Her warm and nurturing spirit made us feel immediately at ease during what feels like a rather vulnerable time and allowed us better connect as a couple, as well.

If you get a chance to work with Christine, do it!

Lindsay

6/19/2025

Working with Christine was one of the best decisions we made when planning for our birth. The whole experience - from our first engagement with her and her doula partner Beth to today with our 6 month year old - helped us feel supported and more confident going into our birth experience and new parenthood. Christine was not at our birth (her doula partner Beth was) but we worked closely with her in the prenatal and postpartum period. She has so much knowledge and experience and is able to explain anything related to childbirth and postpartum in a really clear and accessible way. She also has a nonjudgemental approach and helps provide information you need to make the best decision for yourself and your family.

The two in person sessions before our baby was born were so helpful getting us prepared for birth and planning for what we would do when our baby came home. But the postpartum sessions were truly invaluable. Christine and Beth were also so responsive via text during those early days - any questions we had, we could ask them and they would help answer or point us in the right direction. Long after our postpartum work ended, they were still the people we went to when we needed a referral for anything for our baby. I cannot say enough good things about Christine and Beth! They are the wise, cool older sister/aunts that you want by your side. If you are thinking about working with them or joining their postpartum group BeHeld - do it!

Melissa Zar

4/29/2025

I feel so lucky to have had Christine as part of my entry into motherhood. From our first phone call, I knew I was talking to someone I could trust. Christine approaches her role with the perfect balance of knowledge, humor, and empathy, and she was such a support to me and my husband both before our baby was born and in the weeks and months that followed. Working with her was a dream!

Anna Billingskog

2/21/2025

When I found out I was pregnant, other than a happy and healthy baby what I wished most for my birth was the sense of agency to make choices for myself, my body, and my baby admist a potentially hectic birthing room. In order to achieve that goal I knew I would need information, resources, and maybe even another person in the room to help us feel confident enough to have our own backs. While hiring a doula had not been on my pregnancy bingo card a few years prior, bringing Christine into our lives was, and remains one of the best choices we made outside the decision to have a baby. Christine is a wellspring of information, resources, encouragement and deepest respect for myself and all the birthing people she comes to know. She is also VERY funny.  She faces the absurdity and unpredicatbility of life and birth with super smarts, a great sense of humor and the warmest laugh.  When my birth took an unexpected turn from everything I had mentally prepared for Christine showed up for our family in all the ways anyone possibly could. From bringing pillows for my husband to nap with, to holding my new baby while I recovered from surgery. I could rest in those moments knowing that we were all in the most caring and respectful and loving hands. In postpartum visits she brought delicatible homemade snacks I could eat with one hand (great for a breastfeeding lady) and gave my insanely swollen legs and feet a massage that I still think about.  Her help , guidance, and general good vibes were absolute keys to my recovery and our discovery of what our "new normal" would be as parents. While the act of  birth can be unpredictable the support care and respect you will find in Christine is something you can be sure to hang your hat on. 

Bridget Mahoney

1/9/2025

Christine was my doula for both of my children.  Aside from being one of the nicest, warmest, genuinely funny people around, Christine was an incredible source of support throughout pregnancy, delivery, and postartum.  Going into pregnacy and birth with someone who is knowledgable about the experience and the user experience ensured that the process was never scary--even when things were complex and difficult.  Christine knew how to make me comfortable, how to help me ease my pain, how to help me relax, and how to trust myself when I was making decisions.  Christine set up a wonderful and inviting hospital room for us, so much so that when nurses and other professionals came in they commented how nice it was to be there.  Christine provided constant reassurance when things didn't go the way that I had anticipated, and helped me find ways to get what I wanted when possible and helped me to cope when things were uncertain or complicated.  Whenever I had a question or concern, Christine had an answer--from finding a lactation consultant to the best place to get deliver from at the hospital.  Hiring a doula is the best thing you can do for yourself and your family--it makes the transition so much easier.  

Emily Makynen & Stephen Skolas

9/16/2024

We had an absolutely amazing experience working with Christine as our birth and postpartum Doula in 2023. Hiring her was hands down the best decision we made related to my pregnancy / L&D. Christine was a supportive, knowledgable, calming resource throughout my pregnancy & postpartum period, providing countless referrals/recommendations for new mom groups, PTs, LCs, Chiropractors, Oral Surgeons, etc. I felt extremely comfortable with her and trusted her to help us make hard decisions. She is the reason I was able to have an unmedicated birth, which is what I had hoped for, thanks to all of the prep she led us through and support she gave me and my husband during labor. I appreciated her presence in the weeks following the birth of my son, knowing she was always a text or call away. She helped me heal after birth and provided emotional and physical support that I didn't know I needed. We will forever be grateful to have met and worked with Christine and recommend her without hesitation to anyone looking for a doula in the greater NYC area!

Thank you, Christine <3

Alexa Buffington

6/13/2024

Christine exceeded every hope I had when searching for a doula! I knew I wanted to explore adding a doula into my plan for pregnancy and labor and from the initial meeting, Christine exuded a calm, caring and nuturing demeanor. With this being my first pregnancy, I had alot of questions and was looking for ways to implement a more holistic experience within the NYC hospital landscape. Christine not only answered all of my questions but also offered helpful suggestions and ideas to consider along the way (but was never pushing an agenda - she was only sharing knowledge). She was so tuned in to my wants and needs and I felt like she was a dear friend or family member leading me throughout the experience. She provided incredible 1:1 time before I went into labor where she went over labor techniques, partner massage/pressure points, and postpartum care. As for the actual labor, I could not have done it without Christine!!! When Christine entered my hospital room there was a noticable shift. She worked in tandem with my husband to provide support and offer counter pressure movements. She massaged my body in between contractions, incorporated essential oils, and was a steady and calming presence. She was the first to notice when I was in transition by the shift in my tone - she called my midwife who confirmed I was ready to push. She was the biggest cheerleader getting me over the finish line and took incredible pictures and videos as I met my baby girl. All in all, I had the unmedicated birth I was aspiring for and Christine was essential to my experience. After birth, I mentioned wanting to have my placenta encapsulated and she went out of her way to set this up via a fellow doula who specialized in the service. After being discharged, she was available 24/7 to answer all of my questions. She even brought homemade treats at her postpartum visit! Christine welcomed me into motherhood and with her help ensured my birth experience was a positive one.   

Deneen

6/9/2024

It was a wonderful experience to have Christine Gibson as our doula. Working with her was a pleasure. She was thorough in understanding what we wanted. She was well informed about the doctors at our hospital so we knew what to expect. Her classes are great and even more so was having her by our side when our little one arrived prematurely. Words cannot express our deep gratitude for Christine. She helped create a joyous, empowering, and transcendent environment throughout labor and delivery. She encouraged and supported me to advocate for the birth experience I desired. She made sure I was well fed. She told my husband when it was time to take a nap. She gave the best massages. Christine is all around a fantastic doula!

Amy

5/4/2024

Christine is an absolutely amazing doula and you will be fortunate to have her by your side. Christine was my doula for my second birth and I genuinely wish we had found her sooner. From our first appointment, Christine was compassionate, kind, gentle and caring. She listened attentively to all of our concerns and hopes, and she asked so many thought-provoking questions that led my partner and I to having better conversations ahead of our baby's birth. Her energy is so calming, having her nearby immediately puts the whole room at ease. I had a scheduled induction and she rode with me to the hospital, making an obviously anxious moment feel immediately more chill. Throughout my labor she rubbed my feet (for like 18 hours straight, I swear, haha), set the right mood in the room with lights, music and motivational phrases, and helped me to continuously change positions throughout the labor to keep things moving. She shared in our joy that day and helped us cope when things didn't go as planned. I really can't express how grateful I am that she was there. Postpartum, she also listened and made space for me to feel alllllllll the emotions I had. She was ALWAYS available via text and I loved communicating with her that way throughout my pregnancy sharing all the ups and downs of various test results and midwife appointments. I got stuck in the hospital with some postpartum complications, and she communicated with me constantly — I felt like she was my lifeline during those long days and always had the right thing to say to keep me feeling optimistic. She also provided such wonderful resources for me throughout my pregnancy and postpartum. She has exhaustive recommendations for literally every question/concern/scenario and is a wealth of information. Christine is a true gem, and a wonderful doula. 

Chloe

4/29/2024

I can’t say enough amazing things about Christine! From day one, it was clear she has this almost superhuman ability to attune to people’s needs. Throughout my pregnancy, she responded to my questions and concerns so attentively. She somehow strikes the perfect balance between sharing her wealth of experience when asked and simultaneously making me feel empowered to trust my gut about what decisions felt right for me.

I can’t imagine my birth without Christine. When I look back, I remember feeling so little fear during my labor and attribute so much of that to feeling safe with her. My husband and I got to lean into our labor experience and be present because we really trusted her guidance. There was an ease the entire time because we knew she was right next to us, ready to encourage us to rest or tell us what to expect next, or make sure I was staying hydrated.

As a Doula, she’s sturdy, confident, and skilled and at the same time soft, playful, and nurturing. Throughout my labor, she intuitively knew when I needed quiet, when I needed to laugh, and when I needed to be hyped up. I was wondering how it would feel to have someone I barely know so close during such an intimate experience but somehow Christine felt like someone I’ve known for years. When I decided to get an epidural, something I was on the fence about, she gave me the space to decide for myself and then supported me 100%. When I look back on my birth, there wasn’t a moment where I didn’t feel supported. It’s what every birthing person deserves and I feel an immense amount of gratitude and privilege for the gift Christine gave us.

And this was just my birth! She also prepared us so well for postpartum. We still find ourselves quoting her wisdom or sharing her tips with friends going through it after us. If we have another baby, I won’t think twice about hiring Christine.

Alexandra

4/21/2024

stop what you’re doing RN and get Christine as your doula! she is a literal, literal angel on earth and goes above and beyond. she’s such a resource from everything to labor, birth, lactation + breastfeeding, newborn care, partner coaching, literally everything.

i could have not prepared for my birth without her and she was with me every step of the process.

probably the most valuable part of working with Christine is the 12 weeks of postpartum consulting she offers. just to be able to text her random questions or get her opinion on something made my first few weeks as a new mom that much smoother.

cannot recommend Christine enough!

Celeste

4/20/2024

I can’t sing Christine’s praises enough. She has all of the kindness, toughness, knowledge, and magic I needed throughout my pregnancy, labor, and delivery (even postpartum). She’s incredibly hands on and I can’t get over how different L&D may have gone without having her by my side. She was responsive via text and phone whenever I had a question or needed some advice. On the day, she showed up and really helped us kick things in gear with several different positions to labor through. I can't recommend her enough. 

Diana

10/5/2023

We had the pleasure of working with Christine for 4 weeks after our daughter was born. As first time parents, she was critical in guiding us through the overwhelming first few weeks. Not only is she a wealth of knowledge but her calming presence, gentle wisdom and true kindness is exactly what we needed.

It was our pleasure to be in Christine’s care! It’s rare to experience someone in a profession or role that they are perfectly suited for, and Christine’s talent and abilities are evident from the moment she steps through your door. I cannot recommend her highly enough! Ha ha

Nikki

7/24/2023

I was terrified to give birth and I knew I wanted a post-partum doula but didn’t really know what that would entail. I didn’t know what to ask for, what I needed, what I wanted. Christine walked into my home, set up my bathroom with all my healing essentials, brought me homemade snacks, held me while I cried, listened to me talk for hours (lol) and treated me like a close friend all within a matter of hours. Having a post-partum doula was the best decision I have ever made for myself, and choosing Christine to provide that support was a gift I didn’t know I needed. She helped my husband and I with all the baby basics that they rush through in 5 minutes at the hospital and was there for us with any questions/support/etc about breastfeeding or pumping or bottle feeding. I looked forward to every visit we had with her and I truly could not have done it without her help - and if I could have, I wouldn't want to!!

Diliara Faizullina

7/22/2023

I just had my second baby(vaginal hospital delivery) and I had Christine as my doula both times.
I think the fact that we came back says a lot on its own. My husband was hesitant about getting a doula at first, but changed his mind completely and agreed that it was 100% worth it, when we found out that I’m pregnant again his first thing was: we should call Christine!
She is very supportive, she is available to talk to your through your symptoms or concerns at any time.
I had a very difficult time breastfeeding my first child, Christine went above and beyond to help me find right resources and connect me with right support groups to make it work. Her support doesn’t end with the birth. I ended up breastfeeding my son for 18 months and Christine definitely played a big part in that.
Both of my births were extremely comfortable and enjoyable. I felt so safe and cared for. Definitely recommend!

Gillian

7/15/2023

I had a great VBAC experience with Christine’s help! My labor was long and intense to start with and Christine helped me weigh my options and keep my spirits up so that when it came time to push, she put on a great playlist and I had the energy and mojo to achieve my VBAC. I especially appreciated Christine’s support before and after birth in processing adding a second child to the family and how to support my toddler as she became an older sister (as well as my own emotions at my toddler growing up!). I felt like I had a trusted friend in the whole process who could read my energy so well and didn’t crowd the process at all, but came in and complimented what was going on. Highly recommend Christine for the best birthing vibes!!!

Julia

7/10/2023

Christine is incredible!! I cannot recommend her enough. Pre-pregnancy I had never given much thought to having a doula, but I can’t imagine how different my labor experience would have been without Christine. She was a constant source of support and (most importantly) a source confidence for me pre, during, and post labor. Everyone I tell my birth experience to are stunned at the level of care she provided. 

Kristina Wong

12/7/2022

A bit of background; I began my pregnancy with some emotional and traumatic baggage stemming from infertility and having a close family member experience a full term infant loss.  Naturally after undergoing multiple surgeries and medical procedures to concieve, I was seeking a more natural birth experience.  I found Christine through a general Google search and right from the beginning she was a breath of fresh air.  Even though we had not met in person, her positive aura came through in our initial Zoom interview.  For those who have not experienced infertility, you meet with RNs and reproductive provider on a frequent basis, multiple times a week especially leading up to a egg retrieval.  Going from having such closely monitored care to only seeing my OB-GYN for less than 5 minutes a visit was not okay with me.  I feel so incredibly blessed to have had Christine support me through my pregnancy and early stage of post-partum period.  She gave me the extra care and attention my current prenatal care was lacking.  And when I got cold feet at the end of my pregnancy and chose to have an induction, Christine, this gem of a woman, gave me grace.  She listened to my anxiety and understood that at the end of the day I wanted to meet my baby.  My birth would have been 1000x more traumatizing without Christine by my side.  Christine guided me through each step of the induction process, reminding me of the end goal, giving me the space and power to nagivate my care.  Each time a provider stepped into the room to discuss the progress, Christine always made sure I had time to process the information and ask questions.  My birth ended with a C-section but when it came to that point I embraced it without guilt because Christine carried me through the toughest parts of the labor process leading up to that moment.  I am forever grateful to her.  We all need a Christine in our lives.   

Stephanie Coutrix Stanski

11/8/2022

Christine is a shining star in my birth story. Her support was instrumental in helping me achieve a VBAC with my second child.

Christine is truly unique and has an evident gift. In addition to being incredibly knowledgeable about all things birth, babies, and postpartum, she has a special energy that made me feel safe and calm during the hardest parts of this experience. She helped my husband and I navigate unexpected situations at the hospital with a doctor we didn’t know, and I was impressed by her tact and diligence discretely keeping records of everything and helping my partner advocate for what was best for me. Her touch is also one of a kind and was a source of great comfort. Christine’s support postpartum was also nothing short of exceptional both in person and by text, especially as I dealt with baby blues and breastfeeding challenges.

I hope to keep in touch with her for years to come. Having Christine as your doula is the best step you can take to maximize chances of the most empowered and empowering birth.

Amelia

11/2/2022

Christine was born for this work. She so innately carries so much compassion, knowledge, and an enviable calmness that makes her the ideal doula for your birth team. Throughout my pregnancy and 30 hour labor, my husband and I always felt extremely supported by both her and her partner Jaime.

She helped us advocate for ourselves and my birth experience, validating any and all concerns we had as first time parents, and helping us understand what our options truly were. As non-medical people, it's so easy to get lost in the midst of medical terminology and statistics that are thrown at you throughout pregnancy and labor, but having Christine there to guide us with a human outlook was invaluable. 

Her positive guidance then followed through into my labor and delivery, which ended up being so much more enjoyable than I had anticipated, even given my high levels of anxiety heading into an induction that I was so hesitant over. Christine's presence soothed not just me, but everyone else in the delivery room including the nurses and my OB. I never felt anything but positive reassurance throughout my 30+ hours of labor. My husband and I cannot thank her enough for helping us bring our son into the world and for turning what I thought could have been a nightmare of a birth experience, into one that we can look back on with ease and warmth. 

Janynne

11/2/2022

We can only sing Christine and Jamie’s praises for the incredible insight, support and empowerment they provided for my husband and I before, during and after our birthing experience.

From the beginning, her and her partner Jamie made sure to not only explain all the new terms, procedures, options etc. that came with every phase of the process, but to be our sounding board and emotionally support/validate us and answer any and all questions we had along the way. They provided us with all the information necessary to help us make informed decisions while empowering us to use our voices and advocate for ourselves and our family. We honestly probably wouldn’t have known how to navigate in such a new space had they not lead us through it.

Christine has a special grace on her life—such a quiet strength in that her words and presence carry weight without having to be loud and overly assertive. I felt so much peace after every session with her and she provided that peace and strength and everything I didn’t know I needed during birth. Her care and support even continues months after as she sends resources to help keep us informed on all things baby! Christine holds a very special place in our hearts and we cannot thank her enough for the crucial role she played in such a new, vulnerable season in our lives!!!

Alexandra Michaelson

10/31/2022

Christine transformed my pre-birth, birth, and post-birth experience. She was available 24/7 via text leading up to the birth and visited us twice, providing support on anything and everything we asked for. If it weren't for Christine, I do not think I would have made it through my birth. She watched every action each medical professional took when I was in severe distress, asking me along the way if that is what I wanted or not - weighing risks, benefits, and asking for time when I was not able to make decisions. She provided a sense of calmness unlike any human I have met - meeting my needs graciously and respectfully. Christine visited us after our child was born, brought us food, and took care of my baby while I showered and relaxed. He rested peacefully with her - she has the magic touch. I cannot thank Christine enough - she will be a resource for life!

Paola Giraldo

8/3/2020

Christine was such an invaluable part of our birth team! She was always available and willing to help me find answers to my questions. Christine was so amazing during my almost 48hr labor progress. Setting the ambiance, taking pictures and notes, refocusing me and reminding me of my goal, making sure my partner ate and napped, held my emesis bin... the list could go on. Her presence provided me with a sense of calm and reassurance, she kept me positive and validated my feelings.   I appreciated that she wrote down important tidbits for me to remember of my labor, took pictures, and helped me process. She was so thoughtful! My partner didn’t know why we would need a doula, but afterwards admitted that having Christine was the best decision we had made!

Kate

7/17/2020

I had a great experience with Christine! She is so caring, supportive, and thoughtful and will help you achieve the birth YOU want! She was amazing throughout my pregnancy, always available for questions and helping with my concerns. She was a calming voice in the birthing room, and an advocate for me when things got hard. Post partum she has continued to be a support person as questions have arisen. My husband and I have been so grateful for her throughout the whole process! Would definitely recommend her.

Tsering

2/26/2020

Christine is an amazing person and the best doula one can imagine and ask for. We're so glad we had her at our side when we went to the hospital. Our goal was to give a natural birth, preferably without medication, and the fact that Christine was with us made all the difference that night. Without her timely intervention and advice that guided us, I have no idea which direction things would have gone. We checked in that evening and the labor continued until morning and baby arrived in the late morning. Throughout the night, I was able to hold it together through the contractions and the pain thanks wholly to Christine's positive encouragement, small exercises, massages, care and skill, and her comforting words. She made the entire process much more simple, smooth, positive, meaningful and natural. If she had not been there with us, I absolutely would not have had the birth that we had preferred. When we look back on our surprisingly positive birth experience, we realize that having Christine by our side was the best decision we ever made, because it was a true game-changer in every way. 
 
 
 

Audrey W

2/22/2020

5 Stars!!!

A month before I was due, my husband and I finally decided we needed a doula to assist in our first birth.  We'd been going back and forth for a while and finally come to the conclusion of hiring someone after talking to several friends.  After attending a Doulas and Donuts event hosted by Rachel Goldstein - we asked Christine to be our Doula.  She had an amazing vibe that was kind and considerate but also extremely informative.  She was the perfect fit for us.

Little did we know that our "perfect fit" would be our life savors through our final weeks of pregnancy and our 36 hour delivery.  She stayed with us the entire time and was more helpful than I could have ever imagined.  From helping us checkin in at the hospital, to setting up our "safe space" delivery room, to speaking with nurses when I was uncertain, to helping me with the simple task of putting my hair in a ponytail, to texting my family through the night so they felt informed, to coaching me through every transition of my delivery, to grabbing me extra pudding cups, to encouraging my husband, to siting with us after delivery to make sure we were taken care of...she was the BEST.  I couldn't recommend a better doula than Christine Gibson.