Testimonial for Shannon Duir Sciotino
Working with Shannon as our doula was one of the best decisions we made during our birth journey. From the very beginning, she took the time to truly listen and understand both my preferences and my husband’s comfort levels, ensuring that we felt supported, informed, and confident every step of the way.
Shannon had an incredibly positive impact on my entire birth experience. Her calm presence, knowledge, and encouragement helped create an environment where I felt safe, empowered, and cared for. She was always attentive to our needs and adapted her support in a way that felt personal and meaningful.
One of the things I appreciated most was how Shannon confidently guided us throughout labor while working in partnership with our labor and delivery nurses. She helped take charge when it was needed, offering thoughtful suggestions for positioning, movement, and comfort measures that helped labor progress and kept me focused on my goals. Her expertise and encouragement were instrumental in helping me achieve the birth experience I had hoped for. I truly believe that many of the positive outcomes from my labor were a direct result of her guidance and support.
What stood out most was how supportive and compassionate she was throughout the entire process. She worked seamlessly with our care team while advocating for our wishes and helping us navigate decisions with confidence. Shannon’s ability to create a peaceful, reassuring, and empowering atmosphere made a tremendous difference during labor and delivery.
We are so grateful for her guidance, support, and expertise. Shannon helped make one of the most important days of our lives a positive and memorable experience. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to any family looking for a doula who is caring, knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely invested in helping parents have the birth experience they desire.
-Kasie Kelly Patterson
June 04, 2026
Shannon Duir Sciotino
The Duir Doula
Birth Fee: $1250 to $2500
