The Simmermans

2/25/2024

We cannot say enough positive praises for Paul! We were in the hospital for close to two days without dilating past 1cm. The doctor was convinced I'd have to have a C-section. Paul came in and asked if he could work with my husband and I and told us the exercises he was going to show us would dilate me at least three more cms. By golly was he right! The next time the doctor checked me, I was up to 4cms! He also came back to show us different exercises for when I was in active labor that also helped dilate me further! No C-section was needed! Our beautiful baby boy was born vaginally and we definitely have Paul to thank for that! Not only did he work his magic with us, but he is also one of the nicest guys with the best bedside manner! He was always checking in on us, even after our son was born, to make sure we were taken care of! Paul rocks! He will always hold a special place in our family's hearts. 

Wes Ferrell

3/2/2018

We delivered in Beavercreek, OH and Paul was such a godsend. He gave us a tour early on and provided us with amazing resources that helped relive my fiances pain and stress during delivery.

When it came to delivery, Paul not only helped to make the delivery smooth but also helped with the small creature comforts.

I highly recommend Paul for anyone going through pregnancy and delivery.

Ashley Dalton

6/14/2016

I work as a Labor and Delivery RN with Paul. Paul does an excellent job of providing care and identifying patient needs. He helps patients with his vast knowledge of labor and delivery. He helps patients get into different positions and utilizes different techniques that allow labor to progress. Patients are truly thankful to have Paul working with them as they know that he is there to help them through the process of labor. Paul has a true passion for labor and delivery and helping laboring women. He is an asset to our labor team, and I would recommend him as a Doula.

Bernadette Ensley

11/8/2013

I am very thankful to have had Paul as my doula.  My last delivery was fast and eventhough my husband and I attended the Bradley method class, we were totally shocked when labor actually started and forgot all the techniques that we learned.  This time around we wanted to have a doula to be an extra support for labor technique ideas and someone to help us remember necessities that you kinda forget when you are in the midst of labor (remembering to drink water, eating, music, room temperature and lighting, etc,).  Paul did all these things and more.

We really felt like he was excited about our pregnancy and enthusiastic about helping us prepare and feel comfortable at the hospital.  He loaned me really helpful books and exercise videos, encouraged us in practicing relaxation and massage techniques, and stayed in touch regarding my pregnancy progression offering his experience and advice whenever needed.  Feeling comfortable and at home in the hospital was extra important for me because I have had bad experiences at hospitals in the past and even the smell just makes me tense up and feel sick.  This time around I was able to relax and focus on laboring.

My husband cannot say enough about how much Paul was a help for his role as "coach" because he liked knowing that if he wasn't doing what I needed he could always fall back on the experience and help of Paul.  Paul gave him this really amazing hip squeeze technique the "day of" that made a HUGE difference and took away 80% of the discomfort of contractions- it was a life saver and helped me stay on top of contractions throughout labor! My husband felt a huge rush of accomplishment having been able to coach me through labor, this time being a partner in labor whereas last labor he had been stunned and not knowing what to do most of the time.  Paul was a huge help to our pregnancy and delivery - thank you!

melissa glyptis

8/6/2013

Paul was simply wonderful to have as our Doula.  My husband and I used a doula for my first delivery in another state and our experience was very positive.  We were hoping that we would be able to find someone who could fill her shoes, and we were lucky enough to find just that person.  Our closest relative/ was a 5 hour drive and seeing how we just moved to the area we did not have someone we could leave our 17 month old with during the delivery.  I was very concerned that I would spend much of my laboring dealing with the needs of my 17 month old.  This is where Paul went above and beyond.  He was able to keep my 17 month old entertained so my husband and I could do the relaxation techniques Paul gave us.  He also jumped in to take my husbands place as we needed him to throughout the labor process.  I was so greatful that Paul stayed with us the whole time through the delivery.  Near the end of my laboring I decided to go with an epidural and it did not take.  One leg went numb but that was it.  Paul was very helpful in helping me get into positions to ease my pain and calm down my breathing as we got near the end.  It was a wonderful experience both for me and my husband and we cannot thank him enough for being part of our joyful event.

Brannon Simpson

8/4/2013

Just wanted to say what a pleasure it was to have Paul as a doula for the birth of our second child. Paul was a tremendous help throughout the entire birthing process. Whether it was helping my wife with her comfort level, giving encouragement,  and even help with keeping our 17 month old occupied while at the hospital. Paul went the extra mile to be sure that we had everything we needed to make our birth experience a pleasant one.

Brannon Simpson

Adrienne Burnett

6/14/2013

We were referred to Paul by a coworker of mine, and it was the best recommendation we have ever been given. We first met with Paul around mid February when I was around 5 1/2 months pregnant. He was very knowledgeable and had a lot of experience, and my husband and I felt comfortable with him immediately. We asked him to be our doula on February 25, 2013, and we are so glad we did. We consider him a godsend through the whole pregnancy and labor experience. He provided us with various forms of literature and exercises to prepare my body for labor. My favorite was the yoga ball, which saved me tremendously on back pain through term. He met with us several times, even making house calls, to go over different things to expect our birth plan & relaxation and exercise techniques to try while pregnant.
He was a great support person during the labor. He recommended different positions and pain release techniques that were very helpful and he encouraged me the whole way. He was able to show my husband and mother in law different ways to comfort me during labor. Even though I ended up having a c-section, the ten hours I was in labor were much more comfortable having Paul to coach us through. I am very glad we chose Paul Cobb as our doula and would recommend him to any woman having a baby.

Crystina Smith

3/5/2013

Jenna Coleman

2/10/2013

 As I lay here with my perfect 9 lb baby on my chest, I can't even believe it. That through God my husband and I were able to create such a miracle and that God also made Paul Cobb coincidentally available to us on the induction date (he was scheduled to be off) to help us deliver our perfect angel with very little medical intervention. Paul was exceptional. Every method he tought my husband and I seemed to help me cope with the pain so that I could make it through to the next stage of labor. There is no way I could have made it through the induction without his knowledge, patience, and sensitivity. Because of Paul Cobb (my Godsend, as I have called him), I was able to experience a wonderfully natural birth where my son came into the world peacefully calm and alert.  I never thought I'd be strong enough to go without an epidural, but Paul made that possible and I continue to thank God for putting him in my path on Feb. 6. God is so good!!

Celeste Crooks

2/5/2013

Robin Crum CNM, ARNP

2/1/2013