Testimonial for Esther Karpilow
I was so lucky to find Esther!! My doula journey began very late into my pregnancy because my weeks of research only provided doula services that cost too much money. Finally, I was able to find Mahmee and it offered services via my insurance. The process was very thorough and my wishes were to find a Black doula. I across Esther's profile on the website and requested her. Initially, I was told she was on "baby watch" already and was unable to add me to her client list. I fought hard and informed them that my family needed a Black doula and because I was having a scheduled c-section it should be easy to add me to Esther's list (I had no idea if that was even okay with her, but I was advocating for myself!) The first meeting with Esther I knew my advocacy had paid off. Esther is personable, knowledgable, caring, kind and everything we needed and right on time. Esther helped me navigate being a first time mother and how to advocate in a medical setting. Even though I knew how to advocate for myself, it is very different when you are about to enter into motherhood with natural fears and the unfortunate statistics of Black maternal mortality rates working against you. Luckily, I had an amazing Black OBGYN, my fiance, family and Esther to help me through the preparation for my daughter. After my daughter was born, I was so grateful to have Esther help me with tips on breastfeeding, newborn sleep habits, hormonal changes and how to steal some self care every now and then. Esther has provided countless resources in my community and just been a great listening ear when needed. My daughter is now 8 months old and our family is happy and thriving. Anyone looking for a doula will be in great hands with Esther. Thank you for everything you've done for us Esther!
-Lauren S
September 30, 2026
Esther Karpilow
Esther Aliah
Birth Fee: Not specified
Postpartum Rate: Not specified
