Vicki

9/5/2024

Denise was the best doula I could have asked for and I hope I have the honor of getting to use her again in the future. I was so nervous as I was preparing to be a first time mom and she met with me and talked with me prior to delivery as much as I wanted. She checked in on me often and I could tell she truly cared about me, my baby and my partner. She has such a deep passion for helping women bring their babies into the world and her knowledge and experience paired with her comfort and care made her the perfect fit as a birth doula for our family. my labor and delivery experience felt like such a roller coaster but she was there to coach me through every twist and turn and I felt safe and taken care if in her presence. She was an incredible advocate for me and I can't imagine not having her there with me. I highly recommend using Denise as your doula if you want someone who cares about your wellbeing and a friend for life!

Leah and Chance

9/5/2024

As a first time mom with the goal of an unmedicated delivery, I knew I wanted a Doula to help guide us. I interviewed several people and found Denise's blend of experienced serenity and straightforward confidence to be exactly what I needed. I wanted someone to help me navigate the hospital experience while keeping my husband and I at the center; also, someone who practiced evidence based decision making, but would help me achieve my preferences. My husband wanted someone to help him support me without making him feel excluded. 

We had two great meetings with Denise before the birth to help form the birth plan and go over what to expect. We called Denise on the morning of what turned out to be a precipitous birth and she arrived within an hour right as I was in transition. She helped keep me and my husband focused and centered and kept me calm through my successful delivery of a 9lb 4oz baby boy. She then stayed with me for several more hours to help me get settled in. I am very glad we hired Denise and would recommend her as a doula to anyone. 

Sammyra and Rob Scribner

7/22/2024

We started working with Denise when we were 5 months pregnant. Over the course of the final trimester months, Denise's experience proved to be invaluable! She never hesitated in lending an ear to our concerns as new parents to twin baby girls! Her wisdom in providing us with exercise techniques, nutrition, books to read, etc was paramount in putting our anxiety at ease. Denise was with us in the hospital for 30 hours! From the morning of our induction appointment until the next morning, she was by our side. We can't recommend Denise enough as a Doula. Through this process she has become not only a friend, but also an integral part of our family. Denise is our people!!!

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.