Anastasiya

10/15/2024

I am incredibly grateful for Albina’s unwavering support throughout my entire birthing experience. While her guidance and resources before birth were immensely helpful, it was during labor that her true value as a doula became clear. She was an essential part of my journey, coaching me through the most challenging moments and encouraging my son’s arrival with exercices and reassurance. Albina acted as my advocate with the medical staff, asking the right questions and suggesting thoughtful approaches that ensured I could stay true to my birth plan—something I couldn’t have done without her. During the birth, she was my rock, a steadfast partner who brought calm and confidence to the experience. Her postpartum visit, filled with encouraging and loving advice, was another testament to her genuine care and dedication. I wholeheartedly recommend Albina to anyone seeking a doula. She will be your voice, your guide, and your unwavering support. 

Rachel B

9/14/2024

Albina is an amazing doula and friend! I was praying and praying for the Lord to show me to a Christian, Spirit- led doula. He sure did and He didn’t disappoint! 

After my first traumatic birth and delivery, I knew I wanted another support person/ advocate with me during my second birth and delivery. 

Albina has been so, so helpful before, during, and after my second birth.  She’s answered many of my questions/ concerns. Albina always answered to the best of her ability and if she didn’t quite know the answer, she’d do research and get back to me with an answer. She’s never made me feel “dumb” for asking any questions or expressing how I felt. She was there to support me through it all! 

Also to add, how amazing she was to pray for me and with me through this season. That was absolutely meaningful to me and I thank God for her always.

If you're looking for a doula/ support person for your birth and delivery, look no further! I've been recommending Albina to all my pregnant friends and soon to be mommas.

So thank you Albina for all you’ve done (and continue to do) for me. You’ve helped me more than you know! God bless you!

Ilona Globak

9/13/2024

I really wanted to have a natural birth with my third baby this time, so I knew I wanted to have a doula with me! Albina kept in touch with me throughout my pregnancy & later  met with my husband and I and was really invested in our story. She listened and was very supportive of what we wanted for this birth. Towards the end of pregnancy she came to our house and we had a birth meeting, where she showed my husband some techniques and counter pressure positions to help me during contractions (they worked amazingly) we both felt so much more prepared by the end of that meeting. 
during my actual labor, I had a very fast birth, and it was so nice to have a woman by my side. Having my husband next to me was great, but I believe every woman should have another woman by her side, supporting her in a way that man can't! She encouraged me when it got tough, and helped me feel comfortable and confident throughout the process. I highly recommend Albina, you won't regret having her by your side. 

Rachel B

9/13/2024

Albina is an amazing doula and friend! I was praying and praying for the Lord to show me to a Christian, Spirit- led doula. He sure did and He didn’t disappoint! 

After my first traumatic birth and delivery, I knew I wanted another support person/ advocate with me during my second birth and delivery. 

Albina has been so, so helpful before, during, and after my second birth.  She’s answered many of my questions/ concerns. Albina always answered to the best of her ability and if she didn’t quite know the answer, she’d do research and get back to me with an answer. She’s never made me feel “dumb” for asking any questions or expressing how I felt. She was there to support me through it all! 

Also to add, how amazing she was to pray for me and with me through this season. That was absolutely meaningful to me and I thank God for her always.

If you're looking for a doula/ support person for your birth and delivery, look no further! I've been recommending Albina to all my pregnant friends and soon to be mommas.

So thank you Albina for all you’ve done (and continue to do) for me. You’ve helped me more than you know! God bless you!

Aleksandra Rosca

9/13/2024

I had an overall positive experience! From the beginning we had so much in common, from birth approaches to how we perceive reality! Albinas approaches was very education oriented and her love of Yahushua really shined through. When I was in labor it was her strong confident voice that got me out of the car when I didn't want to move and when we got into the birthing room the first words out of her mouth were "let's pray" I admire that of her! I would totally love to work with her again if the time comes! Highly recommend her! 

Faina Bogza

7/26/2024

I recently had the pleasure of working with Albina as my doula, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. From the very beginning, she was incredibly supportive, ensuring I felt confident and prepared for the journey ahead.

Albina taught me proper breathing techniques that made a significant difference during labor. Her massages with essential oils were not only soothing but also helped keep my mind off the discomfort. One of the standout aspects of her service was how she allowed my husband to take a break when needed, ensuring he was also well-supported throughout the process.

Albina was a strong advocate for us, making sure our voices were heard and our wishes respected. She also helped us develop a comprehensive birthing plan, which brought a sense of peace to the entire experience. Her calm and reassuring presence was invaluable.

The pre and post-meetings with Albina were super helpful, providing us with the necessary tools and information to feel prepared and supported. Overall, Albina's guidance and care made our birthing experience truly special! 

Olga Okara

5/22/2024

I truly had an incredible experience with Albina as my doula. I can’t say enough words on how grateful I am that she was there the whole time! From helping me have a birth plan, to what I should expect, to understand positions, and most of all have a positive mindset! All these things really matter when you’re having a baby, it’s not a walk in the park and the labor is not always pleasant.  Our baby was due on December 15th, but like so many first-time babies, ours came late. On December 25th I was induced, and boy was I in for a surprise. I had a clear game plan that I was going to have this baby naturally and unmedicated, but after laboring for what felt like an eternity it was time to help my body open and try to get it to fully dilatated to deliver our little one. Every time doctors, nurses, and medical staff came into the room, Albina was sure to help advocate and help both my husband and I ask the right questions. This helped so much because my birth plan didn’t go as I planned, and my delivery ended up being a c-section. Throughout the process a lot happened, if not for our doula I know that my experience would’ve played out traumatizing. I look back on the birth of my son and remember there was such a sense of peace. Albina ushers in a wealth of wisdom and I would encourage anyone and everyone who is having a baby to have her be there on the journey with you, you really won’t regret it!!

Gloria

3/4/2024

To begin with Albina did a good job with making note of the things I did and did not want during labor and delivery. During the last months of pregnancy sending encouraging verses and prayers. Would answer all questions I had. When I was in active labor she was there doing everything she could to make the hospital room feel more calming. The biggest blessing was having her there as an advocate. Several different times Dr wanted to do things that Albina caught and made sure Dr explained. An example was that They weren't able to get a heart rate for baby and Dr mentioned getting that, I agreed thinking they will just put a monitor on my belly. Albina told the Dr that I wasn't understanding what she meant and to explain so Dr said it's a probe that goes into the skull. After I heard that I instantly refused. But it truly made me realize how important it is to have someone there to speak up for you. So thankful to have had the pleasure having Albina there. 

Katie Kazakova

2/16/2024

For me the most valuable was my established relationship with my doula. She was a big support during my pregnancy, everything leading up to birth, and even postpartum. Having her check in often towards the due date was helping me stay positive. Any question I had she has answered me with valuable information and vanished my concerns that I had. 

I value the help during labor and especially postpartum, seeing her engage so well with my kids to get some rest was very helpful!

Albina clicked with my husband which was very important to me, she showed him what would help me while laboring while bringing her oils and setting a relaxing environment before I even got to the birthing center. I walked in to a running diffuser and relaxing music. I'm glad I had someone behind all my decisions and supported them. Thank you very much Albina ?? you are my answered desire that I had a while ago!

Inga

2/16/2024

My name is Inga Timosenco. I gave birth to a 7,13 pound baby. On ultra sound they showed that my baby was really big. So they insisted me to get induced or do a c-section. My doula has sent me information about how on ultra sound they are wrong most of the time. So I close to wait and see if I can go into labour on my own. Since my doctor kept on pushing on me, I agreed to get induced on my due date. When I came in, few hours later while we were waiting for them to settle everything in, my water broke, so I refused the induction. My doctor got mad because she may not get paid for my labour, so she kept on pushing me to get induced. My doula Albina helped me with standing my ground, so I insisted to wait for my contractions to get more intense. Which did, 2 hours later. The reason why I didn't want to get induced is because it's very hard to move, they make the contractions more painful. Albina has took turns with my husband by pressing on my hips and doing other things to make my contractions less painful. Also, Albina has put some oil on my back with calmed me down. She has showed me how to breath the right way, and has helped me not to give up. She spent about 12 hours with me! With my other pregnancies, I couldn't eat, couldn't walk freely, I had a monitor on my belly that was connected. (my doctors always stressed me out, by pushing things on me, saying that if I don't give birth faster, they'll do a c-section. Which made me rip really bad, and made my breathing very minimal, which caused my son's heart rate to drop.) With my doula, i found out that I could eat, I can choose the wireless belly monitor. I was very comfortable, I had the lights off, calm music, and calming essential oils.) My baby had no complications, I pushed her out within 10 mintues, and I barley ripped) Thank you Albina for making my birth experience so special! I am so happy that we finally we have a doula in our community, which we never had before! 

Karina Yarmolyuk

2/12/2024

I met with Albina Kozlov towards the end of my pregnancy with my second baby. I had an IUGR pregnancy, my baby was in breech position & was measuring very small, below the 2nd percentile. We had a lot of decisions to make to bring her into this world. Albina helped us in so many ways to make an informed decision, with absolutely no pressure or judgement. She had a huge calming presence when we received so much difficult news in such a short span of time. Having a doula that can help you make the right decision was so important to us. We ultimately made the decision to have the safest, most peaceful delivery via c-section at 37 weeks gestation. We were well educated of all the risks AND all success rates for IUGR cases. We also were informed on the risks and success rates on doing the ECV procedure to flip our baby that was IUGR. With all of this information, it made our decision making far clearer & we knew exactly what our hearts were at peace with moving forward. Come to find out after her birth that we made every decision perfectly according to the well being of our baby & I know I couldn't have made these choices without the help of Albina's expertise and research. She was nearby the entire time, created a peaceful calm environment amidst all of the anxiety, I truly don't know how I would've done it without her. After the birth of my daughter, my husband left to be with her in the nicu & Albina didn't leave my side until I felt comfortable enough & she had left me to rest until my baby & I were reunited. No matter the route you go, whether it's a vaginal birth or cesarean, booking with Albina will ultimately transform your birth in every way. I look back at the birth I was so scared for & only have amazing memories. She was my ultimate support, my advocate & a wonderful addition to my delivery.