My wife and I weren't sure if we wanted a Duola, but after we interviewed a few, we decided to invest in Emily. I can think of few better decisions we made during the course of our journey. She is a nurse with medical knowledge, a mother, and understands birth in a way you can't if you haven't experienced it.
She met with us to develop goals, helped me—the partner—advocate, and was a constant resource for all the inevitable questions. On the day, I would have been lost without her. But she helped me figure out exactly how to support my wife at every moment. We are both convinced labor would have been hours longer without her expertise.
Even after, the nurses pulled us aside and said she was one of the best duolas they’d ever had. After birth, she’s been kind, supportive, did our newborn photography, and cemented herself as an incredibly positive part of the whole experience. I highly, highly recommend her.
-Matt Varga
June 15, 2025
Birthing Hope Doula
Birth Fee: $1200
