Sara Mazzoni

3/17/2025

Abrye’s unique gifts and skills combine perfectly to act as a Post-Birth Doula. She provided the most thoughtful and respectful support and care during two of most challenging times of my life: Postpartum and undergoing a double mastectomy, then postpartum and facing chemo treatment for my newborn baby. I wish every new parent could be cared and supported by someone as skilled and conscientious as Abrye. She’s observant and always ten steps ahead of you—without ever making you feel left behind. She’s spiritual and mindful, without becoming self-aggrandizing. She’s instantly part of the family, but somehow never oversteps. Everyone feels (and eats!) better when Abrye is around. Some favourite moments:

• Abrye knew how to manage the relentless tasks caring for both my newborn, and later my newborn AND my busy toddler. She was never performative or controlling when caregiving, and my kiddos absolutely adore her.

• Abrye cooked delicious and nourishing meals for not only me and my husband, but for our family and friends. It made hosting visitors in the newborn days so much more easy enjoyable. She was always considerate of people’s dietary restrictions and preferences. Even customizing individual meals (eg swapping rice for cauliflower, less chili, vegetarian options). Plus she’d batch cook, so there was always something yummy in the fridge, and emergency options in the freezer.

• Abrye was so warm and encouraging for me as a vulnerable mother—whether through gentle affirmations, unexpected written notes, or facilitated self-care practices. I’ll never forget her help doing my post-mastectomy physio exercises, which were sometimes calm and mindful, sometimes giggling ourselves silly. And Abrye also introduced me to breathwork, which opened my eyes to a form of self-care I never even considered. Five stars. 10/10.

Karina

3/5/2025

Asking Abrye to work as my doula was the best thing I could've done across the delicate and transformative timeframe between expecting, labor and postpartum. This was my second pregnancy, and I recognized that I spent most of my time and energy focused on the pregnancy and labor aspects with my first, and not enough time was dedicated to mentally and physically preparing for the postpartum period, which is arguably the most intense of the three. I also realized how influential each phase was on the subsequent phases. So the second time around, I wanted to apply my learnings and Abrye was the perfect solution. Her talents confluence perfectly into this role, between her chef, breathwork and childcare skills alongside her innately calming and empathetic nature. She supported my final stages of pregnancy with the practical side of things including meal prep, dog walks and toddler entertainment, while also catering to my spiritual and emotional needs during this anxiety-provoking time. We'd talk through my goals, my hopes and my fears, allowing me to conjure up images and affirmations that I could manifest and use as tools during labor. Once labor began, she created an environment perfectly suited to soothing me and keeping my oxytocin levels stable and rising, such as providing welcomed touch, music and lighting. Her heightened awareness of surroundings also allowed her to work seamlessly alongside my husband to keep me comfortable and calm. This second labor was the most empowering experience of my life because I felt so deeply prepared and supported. Abrye was also present in the postpartum period, ensuring I was nourished with thoughtfully crafted meals, more dog walks and toddler entertainment. I was able to truly feel present and in a safe bubble with my newborn, without any pressure to leave or do anything other than recover and tend to my baby - all else was covered. Do not hesitate to choose Abrye as your doula, it will be the best decision you make!