Savannah

6/12/2023

Denise was an essential part of our labor and delivery. As a first-time mom, I was nervous, but Denise provided the strategies and confidence I needed to have the natural birth we desired. Not only was she a great support for me, but she guided my husband in such a direct and encouraging way that our birth remained a very special moment in our marriage... something we did very much together as a couple.
Despite going in for an induction, I was able to keep a positive outlook because of Denise's encouragement. I remained calm trusting my body and, after a dose of cytotec, my body took over and carried us through to meeting our little girl with no further medical intervention or medicine! Denise coached me through each contraction and provided many different positions in which to labor and keep things progressing. Denise served as an encourager and advocate anticipating medical procedures and helping us make informed decisions. Her care and attention were perfect! We couldn't have asked for a better experience!

Marti Couch

6/24/2014

I don't even know where to begin to truly explain what a blessing Denise was for our family!  She filled us with so much knowledge and made us feel so comfortable that labor and delivery didn't seem so scary anymore.  When I did go into labor and had some unforeseen circumstances, she was right there coaching my husband and I along.  She was our voice when we were to scared and exhausted to have one.  It's hard to imagine ever having to go through the birthing process without her.  We will forever be grateful for Denise!

Trinity D.

1/16/2013

 Denise is amazing. My husband was initially hesitant to use a doula for fear that the doula would take over his perceived roles. Many people cautioned me against choosing a doula that "had their own agenda."  After meeting with Denise it was very clear that her agenda was to support me and my husband. My labor didn't follow the usual guidelines laid out in the birthing classes which left me uneasy and concerned. She was available to me and my support team no matter the time of day. This was amazingly comforting as this was my first pregnancy and I was hesitant to call the doctors. Denise came to my home to reassure me, comfort me and support me and my husband! 

During my delivery she had so many tricks. Everything that I thought that I wanted didn't feel good. She found various positions and techniques to guide me through and helped create an amazing experience. The experience that I initially feared, though her guidance,  turned into one of the most amazing events of my life all because of her support. She advocated for the best experience, listened to my needs, anticipate my fears and read my body better than any hospital staff. She guided my husband and my sister allowing them to create the best experience possible.

We will always be grateful! Trinity, Jeff & Lily D.