Casey Saylor

11/23/2024

First time mama here! Beyond grateful for Laurel and her expertise in helping bring my baby boy earth side! She was incredible through the entire journey. She met with my husband and I several times before baby’s due date, and offered us guidance and helpful information before the big day came. She helped me find different labor positions, massaged my back, kept me hydrated, advocated according to my birth plan, prayed over us, spoke encouragement and support to me especially during the pushing phase, and helped me navigate some medical questions post-delivery. Her presence alone was encouraging, especially since she’s a mama and has helped with so many births. I felt so fortunate that she was on our birth team, and truly do not think it would have gone as well without her. I had been hoping for an unmedicated vaginal delivery and thanks to her encouragement, teaching, and guidance - was able to see that hope become a reality!

My husband also very much appreciated the extra support as he was working very hard to help me through labor and needed stretch/water breaks and was able to take those without me being alone or unattended to, which I was glad about. He also really appreciated her education and expertise as we were in all new territory! Laurel has a very kind, warm, reassuring presence - an energy I welcomed during such an intimate/exciting/precious time for our family.

Tega Vance

9/16/2024

As a first-time mom, having Laurel as my doula was an absolute game-changer. I would not have had such a positive experience without her! My son's labor and delivery took some twists and turns and I'm so grateful my husband and I had her to help navigate decision-making. Laurel has a depth of knowledge from her formal training and lived experiences. Her calm, friendly demeanor and common Christian faith were major positives for me as well! Thank you, Laurel for everything. 

Annaliese Storto

9/9/2024

I'm so thankful to Laurel for all her support throughout my pregnancy and during birth! Laurel's prenatal visits were so helpful both to prepare for the birth process and for any questions I had about my pregnancy. She responded promptly and thoughtfully about any concern I had, including during a miscarriage scare. She even lent me some books and brought me pregnancy tea that I absolutely loved. Laurel is a great listener and deeply respected my thoughts, feelings and intuition. During birth, she let me follow my body and seamlessly provided thoughtful comfort measures and encouragement to my husband and I throughout, including rubbing my shoulders for hours on end! Her postpartum visit was essential for debriefing the birth. Also, as a woman of faith, her continual prayers and Spirit-filled presence were a great comfort to me.