Jackie Knight Wilt

6/11/2026

In fall 2025, our family learned we were expecting mo-di twins—our rainbow babies. Our first child was an ideal unmedicated birth with doula support, and initially we felt didn't need the support this time. As my twin pregnancy progressed, I became increasingly aware of unique challenges of twin birth. I worried about burdening my husband to be both my support and advocate during labor. At 32 weeks, we connected with Hailey, and I immediately felt a sense of trust and ease. Even with only a few weeks before a 37-week induction, we quickly built a relationship. She checked in regularly, discussed our birth preferences, and gave me confidence that our wishes would be supported. After hours of little progress following the breaking of my water, we had to consider Pitocin. I was nervous about losing the unmedicated birth experience I hoped for - Hailey helped us weigh our options and communicate with the medical team so Pitocin could be introduced gradually. Throughout labor, she offered encouragement, and helped me stay grounded. Hailey was a constant calm, reassuring presence. Because it was a twin delivery, I was required to give birth in the OR where both Hailey and my husband remained by my side. Hailey advocated for position changes and provided cues during pushing.
By the time Hailey left the hospital, she had supported us for 24 hours through labor and the safe arrival of both our sons. Her care continued postpartum as we reflected on the birth and celebrated achieving the experience we had hoped for. She even connected me with an experienced mother of twins, providing valuable support as I entered life with multiples.
We will always be grateful that Hailey accepted us as clients so late in pregnancy. Her steady, compassionate presence made an immeasurable difference in our birth experience, and we wholeheartedly recommend her to any family seeking dedicated support during one of life’s most important moments.

Hailey Bernshausen

6/4/2026

Being a first time mom, I was so anxious for what to expect throughout the pregnancy and birthing process.  Having Hailey alongside my husband and I throughout was the best decision we could have made.  She educated us on what to expect, reassured us throughout, and she knew exactly what to do and say.  We discussed our birth plan together and she made sure we had thought of every detail in our control.  She was very open to whatever we wanted her role to look like and was very intentional to not overstep.  Hailey made sure I felt very supported, encouraged, and well educated.  She showed me positions and tools to help progress labor and she made sure my husband felt well equipped to comfort and support me throughout.  The photos she took as our baby entered the world and during golden hour are some we will treasure forever.  We could not imagine having brought our daughter into the world without Hailey’s support and we highly recommend her to anyone bringing their little one into the world.