Testimonial for Noliko (Noriko) Utsuzawa
I had the privilege of having Noliko as my birth doula for my first baby in August 2025, and I couldn’t be more grateful for her support. From the very beginning, her knowledge, dedication, and compassion stood out and made me confident in choosing her. She visited me at home a couple of times before delivery to really get to know me, understand my pregnancy, address my concerns, and walk through my birth plan and vision. She even offered prenatal massage during her visits, which was such a thoughtful touch.
Throughout my pregnancy, Noliko was always available whenever I had questions or needed reassurance. When labor began, she arrived promptly at my home and supported me through every stage of the process. I had hoped for an unmedicated vaginal birth, and with her guidance and my spouse’s support, we were able to achieve exactly that. She applied counter pressure during surges, encouraged me to stay active and walk, and used warm compresses to help minimize tearing—all of which made a huge difference in my experience.
Even after delivery, Noliko continued to show up with the same care and attentiveness. She visited with food, offered lactation support, and even cared for the baby so my partner and I could rest.
Noliko is thorough, observant, empathetic, and deeply committed to her clients—everything you could hope for in a doula. I feel so fortunate to have had her by my side during such a transformative moment in my life.
-Daisy Tran
September 09, 2025
Noliko (Noriko) Utsuzawa
Southwest Massage and Doula
Birth Fee: $800 to $1000
