Lindsay Makowicki Kappel

11/13/2024

Stacey was a total godsend for us! A friend who had met Stacey and was due a few weeks before me had hired her and told me about her and after she described Stacey and the services she offered I knew that we needed to immediately hire her. I hadn’t heard of a postpartum doula before that conversation. From the first phone call I felt such a connection with Stacey and feel so lucky to have found her. Her first day with us was a couple days after being home from the hospital and I quite honestly do not know how my husband and I would’ve survived without having her there to guide us through those first few weeks. She was such a calming presence and on days when I knew she was coming it was just the most complete sense of relief to know that I had the support that I needed to get through those first few weeks with a newborn. She did everything from allowing me to get some sleep, make breakfast, help meal prep, wash bottles, do laundry, but honestly, the most valuable things we got from Stacey was her knowledge and wisdom and support as we did things for the first time like - sponge bath, a real bath, swaddle, baby wearing, diaper changes and all of the things that you don’t really get a chance to learn in the hospital and you learn them in the classes, but it’s different on a real baby. It was also so great to have someone there to do continued education for my husband on things like diaper changes and baby wearing especially when I was sleep deprived and didn’t have the patience or capacity to remind him how to do things. He was able to work directly with Stacey and ask her questions that he had as he navigated his new role as a dad. We cannot recommend Stacey enough and I truly don’t know how people survive those first few weeks without the support of the post partum doula. We miss Stacey every single day and at the same time we’re so grateful for her because she really empowered us on our parenting journey.

Christina Corbat

11/11/2024

I couldn't be happier with my choice to work with Stacey or more grateful for her expertise. As a single mother by choice, I needed a lot of support during our two weeks together. Stacey not only taught me the best practices for formula feeding / bottle prep and tracking feeds and diapers, she offered to be available for and attended my first trip to the pediatrician, my home visit with a lactation consultant and took notes, weighed in and reminded me of what we learned in those visits. There was also daily laundry, meal prep and water bottle prep to ensure things ran smoothly in the household - modeling for me how to keep a tight ship operating while also taking care of myself. But in addition to these useful assists, Stacey checked in on my mental health, reminded me of the essentials with child care, essentials for my own wellbeing, cheered me on, and provided an unusual number of references/referrals to local  professionals who could help me, such as a pediatrician and a pelvic floor therapist. This was invaluable given I had my baby out of state and was recovering out of state. Finally, because I was doing postpartum recovery out of state, there were some things I was unprepared for like the newborn clothing for my child being too big. Stacey was able to source hand me downs from other clients to help with this and other gaps that needed filling. Honestly, Stacey put me through motherhood boot camp in two weeks and did it with compassion. It's because of her I was able to return to Florida and be fully functional - alone - for two weeks while I interviewed nannies. If carbon copies of Stacey could be made the world would be a better place but she's truly one of a kind and the ideal doula for people who have the highest standards and care about excellence. She brings a dignity and seriousness to her practice that is inspiring and humbling. My child and I are off to a great start because of all that Stacey offers. 

Kate

10/7/2024

Stacey came to help the day after we welcomed our daughter home from the hospital. She instantly felt like family and her help in those early days, when we were fresh from the hospital with our first born, was crucial for both my husband’s and my mental health. We felt prepared to be parents but Stacey helped us through some things we hadn’t figured out yet with her years of knowledge and experience and our daughter was both sleeping and eating better after even the first visit. Stacey helped us figure out what items to purchase, where best to place things, and even helped give her first bath. She helped us sleep, eat, and feel a little more put together during a chaotic time so we had more time to soak in how special it was. Stacey is not just there for the moms, she also helped my husband build his confidence as he adjusted to caring for a newborn for the first time. Having someone that was comfortable around our dog (our first baby!) also helped ease our minds as we made the transition into our new life at home. I truly can’t say enough about Stacey, well remember her forever and miss her every day!

Caitlyn Bee

8/27/2024

Stacey was our postpartum doula from May through July 2024. She was absolutely fantastic!  We started by meeting prior to birth and Stacey walked us through some baby basics.

Stacey came two days after we came home from the hospital. At that first session, after two rough nights at home, Stacey showed us how to swaddle our baby under her sleep sack.  From then on, we had a great sleeper at night- getting long stretches of sleep.

Stacey was a great resource and I really enjoyed our conversations. She would share tips and recommend products.  She also provided reassurance that we were doing things right and offered guidance and support when we were unsure or unconfident.

Stacey made our days so much easier and she was wonderful with our baby. 

We weren’t sure about getting a doula and made the decision kind of last minute.  We are so lucky that Stacey was able to take us on and help us as we became new parents and we are so happy that we had her support at such a transitional time.  Stacey gave us the confidence to trust our instincts and guided us along the way. She really is the best!

Amber Stone

8/26/2024

Stacey’s care, compassion, and knowledge are unmatched! She has a calming presence, was great with our daughter, and makes you feel both safe and empowered during the vulnerable post-partum period. Highly recommend!

Hillary McCann

4/22/2024

Stacey is an absolutely incredible, trustworthy, caring and kind human being who we welcomed into our home 1.5 months post partum with our first baby. She was an invaluable part of my recovery process and I'm forever grateful for her dedication and support. She is in the most perfect role as a postpartum doula and taught me so much as a new mom. She is the reason we were able to really learn our babies cues and provided the most perfect resources to us as we navigated challenging moments. We continue to sing her praises and would highly recommend her to any family seeking post partum support. We will continue to seek her amazing support as we grow our family. Words can't express how truly thankful we are for her helping hand! 

Ciara

4/19/2024

Stacey has been amazing. I'm a first time mom with no family in the surrounding area, but she's helped me feel so much more confident that my baby's doing well. She also goes above and beyond and will bring extra little tidbits, like books, about something I've felt anxious about. I was nervous about going back to work at nine weeks postpartum, but  she took excellent care of my son and eased the "going back to work" anxiety. My son got a little bit of stranger danger after his baptism and all the family that came in, and Stacey's helped him work through all of that.
She's flexible with whatever parenting style you choose, professional, and kind. If I had to go back, I would definitely pick her again. 

Julia Heffelfinger

10/23/2023

I cannot say enough good things about our experience working with Stacey. She came to work with us when our son was about 2 months old. We were not sleeping, my husband was about to head back to work, and we were desperate for help. Our son was colicky and dealing with a lot of infant reflux, which made him very uncomfortable and affected his sleeping and eating.

Stacey was immediately a calming and supportive presence. She treated our son like her own and was gentle, kind, and patient with all of us. She helped us get him on a sleep schedule during the day, suggested new toys and activities for him, and helped us troubleshoot our son’s reflux. She also helped with laundry, dishes, and batching bottles, and always left our house neat and tidy. She was also very comfortable with our big (anxious) dog who was adjusting to new people and a new baby brother. We were very comfortable with her in our home and genuinely enjoyed her company. She was also flexible with her schedule, which we greatly appreciated.

Stacey worked with us for two months and by the end of our time together our son was a much happier baby, he was sleeping in his crib for naps during the day, and we were on a routine and had more confidence as new parents. Stacey was a great resource for us and I whole-heartedly recommend her!

Stephanie

5/18/2023

Stacey was a game changer for me in the days following the birth of my first daughter. Investing in a postpartum doula was the single best thing i did for myself in the postpartum days.

While it was only a few short weeks, working with Stacey had an immeasurably positive impact on my overall mental and physical health. The days Stacey came by my home gave me time to shift my own focus from taking care of the baby to taking care of myself. 

My husband returned to work after a short paternity leave, and I was home alone with my baby and not yet feeling confident. We hadn't yet perfected her latch for breastfeeding, and I was trying to juggle pumping every 2 to 3 hours to keep my supply up, feed the baby (latch first, followed by bottled breastmik) and taking care of a baby who only wanted contact naps. During long nights with a newborn where I desperately needed sleep, I would look forward to the days Stacey would join me so I could get some much-needed rest. Stacey helped with dishes, folded and put away my baby's laundry, she helped take care of the baby while I got some rest (or needed a minute to myself to grab a quick cup of coffee). She gave me so many valuable tips and tricks for breastfeeding and taking care of my baby (nap recommendations, swaddling recommendations etc ) and was such a warm presence in the sometimes isolating "fourth trimester." She helped me feel confident in taking care of my baby alone. As a first-time mom, those first days alone felt overwhelming and scary. I am so happy she was part of our home during that precious time. Those first months as a new parent can feel overwhelming and Stacey is the best person to help support you and whatever you need to make sure you're happy so you can be your best self for your baby.

Kayleigh

12/13/2022

Stacey was the best thing that ever happened to us when we brought our newborn home. From helping with bath time to doing light chores such as laundry and organizing to watching our daughter so I could take a nap, she helped me through the toughest days. Having another experienced mom in the house was a blessing. Just being able to sit and talk or take a walk with Stacey was a nice treat. She also spent time with my husband and helped helped him gain confidence with handling our daughter. I recommend Stacey to every mom I know. She is a true blessing to the doula world!

Andrea McGreogor

11/14/2022

Stacey was incredibly helpful during our post partum period. She was with us weeks 8 - 24 and we could not have been in better hands. Her guidance and help to keep us running smoothly was cherished and provided much relief. Not only were we first time parents but work transition and moving into a new house things were chaotic and Stacey helped us get through it. Her passion comes through in the way she took care of myself and our son that I am forever grateful. We will be seeking her help again for baby 2!

Anya

11/10/2022

Stacey from Southern RI Doula immensely supported my family after the birth of our children and throughout their toddlerhoods. I couldn't recommend someone better! She was incredibly respectful of our wishes and parenting preferences, always asking questions beforehand. She is a kind and gentle soul who loves babies and children, going above and beyond our expectations. I highly recommend Stacey as a postpartum doula!

Caitlin Dillon

10/13/2022

Having the support Stacey provided was instrumental for us as first time parents. Our first visit with her was just a few days after bringing our baby boy home from the hospital. She helped us establish routines that  set us up for success from the very beginning - from prepping bottles to setting changing and nursing stations. She was a calming presence and gave us great insights and encouragement with breastfeeding, sleeping, and other care for our life with our newborn. I really think our mental health was positively impacted by having her around in the first few months of our sons life and she helped us feel at ease as new parents! 

Jennifer Crellin

9/27/2022

Stacey is nothing short of amazing. As a first time parent who predominantly works from home, I was struggling to balance it all. I was nervous at first to bring someone in but after just the first phone call with Stacey, I felt instantly at ease. She is highly professional, caring, respectful and prompt. She came to meet my husband and I and we immediately felt it was a fantastic fit. My 8 month old daugther Eleanor absolutley adores her. She makes the most of their time together, singing, playing, reading books, sitting outside in nature or going to the park. She is also wonderful with our golden retriever Cleo, who sometimes needs more attention then the baby. Stacey is incredibly helpful to me as well, helping me learn things as a new Mom and always having suggestions and thoughts on how to handle the next steps in my daughter's life. We trust her explicitly and feel she has become a part of our family and a true friend. You will be very lucky to have Stacey working with your family, we certainly feel that way and couldn't recommend her more.