Testimonial for Melissa Duenas-Witter
Being a mom of two older kids and starting over eight years later—as a new mom again and a new doula myself—I truly thought I had all the tools. This time was different. I found myself feeling unsure and needing support in a way I hadn’t before. My husband was hesitant about the investment since we believed I already had everything I needed. After just five minutes on our consult call, he was completely hooked.
From the start, Melissa was thorough, intentional, and incredibly present. We went through every detail of my birth plan in depth, and she made me feel confident and reassured without ever imposing her own opinions. Somehow, she understood what I wanted before I even said it—pure intuition paired with an encyclopedic level of knowledge.
When labor began, Melissa could literally tell what phase I was in just by the sound of my voice. I progressed quickly, and she stayed calm—even during a moment when she thought she might be delivering a car baby on the side of the road. Thankfully, we made it to the hospital, but everything moved fast. There was no time to process, and suddenly everyone was asking questions. I didn’t have to answer a single one. Melissa knew every answer without looking at my birth plan or needing reassurance—as if she had studied and memorized it. That alone was priceless. I was able to focus on what was happening in front of me instead of managing details.
Her calm kept me calm. Her touch grounded and relaxed me. When I needed encouragement, her voice is what I heard. Postpartum, that same steady, supportive presence continued, making me feel held and cared for during such a tender time.
Melissa is an absolute gem. Hiring her was one of the best decisions we made, and I would recommend her wholeheartedly to anyone looking for a doula whose knowledge, intuition, and confidence truly set her apart.
-Leighann Kuenn
February 03, 2026
Melissa Duenas-Witter
Diary of a Doula
Birth Fee: $2650 to $5000
