Hana

11/4/2026

We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Ksenya as our doula, and I honestly cannot imagine having gone through my VBAC without her. It was truly a match made in heaven, considering we met well into my third trimester.

As a woman giving birth, there is something incredibly special about having another woman by your side who brings a genuine motherly touch and reassuring presence  Ksenya gave me exactly that when I needed it most. She made me feel safe, cared for, understood, and never alone. There was a warmth and tenderness in the way she supported me that went far beyond professional care.

After a previous emergency C-section, approaching an attempt for vbac ame with its own mix of hope, excitement, vulnerability, and uncertainty for me. Ksenya helped me feel empowered without ever making me feel pressured, and supported my choices while remaining attentive to what was happening in the moment.

She also had a wonderful way of supporting my husband. She offered him gentle guidance and reassurance without ever taking away his role or making him feel anything but involved. We both felt that she was looking after us.

Beyond her warmth, Ksenya is incredibly knowledgeable and intuitive. She seemed to understand what was happening at every stage and knew well to navigate the hospital setting as well. 

Amanda Perry

11/4/2026

Kseniya is truly an amazing doula and an even more amazing person! During the last month of my pregnancy, I switched from a Northwell OBGYN to the Stony Brook Midwives because I wanted more autonomy and a personal birth experience. I knew I wanted a doula and was so lucky to find Kseniya through the Stony Brook Doula Association!

Although we only met about a month before my due date, she immediately made me feel like family. She came to my home to teach me labor techniques, show my husband how to support me, and discuss my birth preferences. She went above and beyond to make sure I felt prepared and supported.

When I unexpectedly needed an induction after my water broke, Kseniya stayed in constant communication, helping me navigate the changes and keeping me calm. Once active labor began, she came to the hospital and helped me work toward my dream of a natural, unmedicated birth.

She transformed my hospital room into a peaceful sanctuary with galaxy lights, LED candles, aromatherapy, affirmation cards, and a sound machine. She constantly encouraged me, reminded me of my strength, held my hand, and guided me through the difficult moments. She even captured beautiful pictures of the moment I finally met and held my baby boy. Those memories mean the world to me!

Her support didn't end after delivery. She followed up after we came home, provided a postpartum visit, and still checks in to see how we're doing. It truly shows how much she cares.

I cannot recommend Kseniya enough! She listens, respects your wishes, advocates for you, and makes you feel safe, heard, and empowered. I will forever be grateful she was part of my birth story! ??

Lena D.

7/20/2026

Kseniya was my rock during my birth. After a traumatic first birth experience, I'm so glad to have her as my doula for my second baby. It was a healing and empowering experience. Kseniya came to my home to support me during labor and met me at the hospital when it was time to go. She helped me with all my decisions and kept me calm, focused and in control amidst all the chaos of the hospital setting. During one rough contraction, I remember asking "Where's my doula?" and within seconds she was right back by my side with the support I needed. I truly wouldn't have had it any other way, and I'm already planning to have her by my side for my next birth.

Sarah Axler Barnett

7/13/2026

Kseniya is such a kind-hearted, knowledgeable, nonjudgmental, and deeply supportive person. As a first time parent, she was immensely helpful in guiding us through what to expect with birth, informing us about our options, sharing resources, and teaching us strategies to help ease pain during labor. I felt much more empowered and at ease going into this birth than I would have otherwise because Kseniya was a calm, reassuring presence and a steady source of support before, during, and after birth. She helped us clarify our preferences for the birth, and then helped us cope when the birth didn't go to plan. She came armed with decorations and mantras for the room, which made it feel more warm and less clinical. Even now that my daughter is 2 months old, Kseniya continues to check in and see how we're doing. She genuinely cares about each client and is passionate about her craft. We could not recommend her more highly!