Testimonial for Gina Valo
Working with Gina Valo was one of the most important decisions we made for our birth.
We originally hired Gina because my husband gets queasy, and we thought having a doula to support both of us. What we received was so much more than that. Gina is so incredibly hands-on, thoughtful, and invested that we never questioned the value for a second.
As we moved through Gina’s birth prep curriculum, I realized I had very complicated feelings about birth, labor, and the transition to motherhood. I also realized how little I knew, and how little interest I had taken in preparing before working with her. Gina’s prenatal meetings were deeply personal, intentional, and never judgmental. She created a space where I could be honest, ask questions, learn, and slowly become someone who actually wanted to understand my options.
By the end of our work together, I could not get enough of learning about birth. I also started forming opinions about my care in a hospital setting. So many people told me not to bother with a birth plan because I would not be able to stick to it, but Gina’s system helped me create a plan that was actually useful. During my induction, I was able to navigate, adjust, and advocate for myself in real time. I felt empowered in conversations with my providers, and I was able to face medical decisions with both confidence and respect.
During the birth itself, Gina was exactly who we needed in the room. I had some minor complications that would have felt very scary if she had not been there. Her energy was calm and steady. Her massage and comfort techniques were top-notch and made such a difference throughout labor. She supported my husband in knowing how to care for our baby while I focused on my own health during those first hours.
I truly cannot imagine going through birth without Gina by my side, whether it were my first baby or my tenth.
-Jessie Peters
June 17, 2026
Gina Valo
BirthingKind
Birth Fee: $2050 to $5000
