"First time Momma/Daddy. Home Birth. Water Birth.
My husband and I only have incredible things to say about our experience working with Nina. She was the only doula that we interviewed but immediately knew that she was the one for us. She has a beautiful balance of in depth knowledge of her expertise as well as a nurturing, motherly touch.
Nina was there to answer any questions I had about my pregnancy as well as the labor. She was available by phone and email and responded very quickly when I needed her. She gave us some informational readings and great resources to refer to when we needed it. As my "guess date" came closer and passed, Nina text me a couple times a week to check up on me. I knew she was always there when and if I needed her, just like a friend or family member.
I was able to respond to Nina very well during labor. She has a very gentle, soothing voice and a very soft and comforting touch. She kept me hydrated and nourished throughout my 12 hour labor. She suggested laboring in a variety of positions which helped move my labor along. She wrapped me in cold washrags and applied heating pads when needed. She encouraged me when things got intense but also stayed calm and quiet when I needed her to.
My husband was more than happy that Nina was there for us during our birth. She was able to guide him on how to support me during labor. He said he felt like he "ran out of tricks" until Nina got there and was able to suggest many other ideas to comfort me. When my husband had to leave the room, Nina was there to stand in for every contraction.
Even though I had known Nina for a short amount of time before the birth, I trusted her like I had known her forever. As I continue on in this journey of parenthood, I know Nina is there if I need her. She was a huge part in one of the most amazing events of my life. We will most definitely be contacting her again for baby #2."
~ A.L.
My husband and I only have incredible things to say about our experience working with Nina. She was the only doula that we interviewed but immediately knew that she was the one for us. She has a beautiful balance of in depth knowledge of her expertise as well as a nurturing, motherly touch.
Nina was there to answer any questions I had about my pregnancy as well as the labor. She was available by phone and email and responded very quickly when I needed her. She gave us some informational readings and great resources to refer to when we needed it. As my "guess date" came closer and passed, Nina text me a couple times a week to check up on me. I knew she was always there when and if I needed her, just like a friend or family member.
I was able to respond to Nina very well during labor. She has a very gentle, soothing voice and a very soft and comforting touch. She kept me hydrated and nourished throughout my 12 hour labor. She suggested laboring in a variety of positions which helped move my labor along. She wrapped me in cold washrags and applied heating pads when needed. She encouraged me when things got intense but also stayed calm and quiet when I needed her to.
My husband was more than happy that Nina was there for us during our birth. She was able to guide him on how to support me during labor. He said he felt like he "ran out of tricks" until Nina got there and was able to suggest many other ideas to comfort me. When my husband had to leave the room, Nina was there to stand in for every contraction.
Even though I had known Nina for a short amount of time before the birth, I trusted her like I had known her forever. As I continue on in this journey of parenthood, I know Nina is there if I need her. She was a huge part in one of the most amazing events of my life. We will most definitely be contacting her again for baby #2."
~ A.L.
"Nina was great for us as our doula! We were first time parents and it was really helpful to know we had Nina's knowledge and expertise available to us. Nina had a great collection of resources available to us, as well as her Facebook page, and words of encouragement and advice based on her own experiences and training. She was friendly and approachable when I first met her, and made the decision easy about whom I would like present at the birth of my child. We had two very helpful meetings with Nina at 34 and 36 weeks. And when I went into labor, she was available and helpful. She met us at the Birth Center and was a very helpful coach throughout labor. I highly recommend her."
~ S.H.
~ S.H.
"I hired Nina as a postpartum doula while still pregnant. With my first child, I had little support during the postpartum period, and knew I needed to prepare better this time around. When our 2nd child was finally born, my husband was home for 2.5 weeks and at first I (foolishly) wasn't sure we would need Nina's support. I decided to delay the postpartum support til my husband went back to work; what a great decision that was! Nina was such a huge help in the first weeks being a mom of 2 with my husband at work! I looked forward to the days she'd be at our house, and my 2-year-old daughter did too! Nina helped with everything from dishes to painting with my daughter so I could hop in the shower...little things that help a lot when you're a new mom! I also appreciated how I never felt judged for anything. If I asked for her opinion or wisdom, she shared it (and provided some great ideas that helped in my postpartum healing) but she never pushed any opinions on me unsolicited. Overall it was a great experience having Nina's help, and I'd recommend her to anyone!"
~ K.L.
~ K.L.
"Nina knows what she's doing and is clearly and truly passionate about pregnancy and the birth process. She was incredibly calming for me during pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period. I had a rushed, 2-hour labor, during rush hour traffic and I felt that Nina played an integral role in my daughter's birth. She is knowledgeable, adaptable, confident, and calming. My husband felt that it was Nina and Hypnobirthing that allowed him to be the wonderful birth partner that he was. For that alone I am grateful beyond words. Thank you, Nina!!"
~M.D
~M.D
"My experience with Nina began in my first trimester of pregnancy with my first baby and continues now with post-partum care and education. Nina knows her stuff, but she is so sensitive and aware of her clients' journeys, approaching each situation with kindness and understanding. There are so many new decisions to make in pregnancy and motherhood; Nina offers mamas exactly what they need: consistent availability and openness, a variety of amazing resources, and space for moms to make the best decisions for their unique situations. There were a few surprises in my pregnancy and birth story, but I felt Nina respected my story throughout the process, standing with me in every decision I made, ultimately empowering me to be the best mom I can be to my little boy. Nina is compassionate, gentle, intelligent, resourceful, and hilarious--someone I would choose as a friend! I will definitely be using the full spectrum of Nina's services with my next baby. I can't wait!"
~A.A.
~A.A.
"My husband and I cannot recommend Nina enough for anyone looking for a doula. She was a huge reason I was able to have the natural, unmedicated water birth that I had always hoped for. Nina was such an instrumental part of my birth team, not only for me, but also for her support she gave to my husband.
She is calm, strong, and reassuring. She was respectful of my hopes, wishes, and preferences. Her calm, peaceful presence helped to create the quiet, gentle birth environment I had hoped for. She was so helpful; taking the intiatiive to read my emotions, body, mood, and then suggesting useful pain relief techniques such as swaying my hips, using a heating pad, massage, counterpressure, and trying different positions.
Nina is comfortable and confident around labor and birth. She was able to meet me in each phase of my labor, which allowed me to find my innner strength and trust myself. Nina is committed to her role as a doula as she is avaialble before labor, during labor and birth, immediately postpartum, and also checks-in during the postpartum period. She supports breastfeeding, helping get baby latched after birth, and continued to encourage breastfeeding during the first weeks. As a woman and mother herself- she knows women, knows motherhood, and is a great support and resource.
Again- I cannot recommend Nina enough for anyone looking for a doula! She is amazing and we were so blessed to have her present at our son's birth."
~C.L.
She is calm, strong, and reassuring. She was respectful of my hopes, wishes, and preferences. Her calm, peaceful presence helped to create the quiet, gentle birth environment I had hoped for. She was so helpful; taking the intiatiive to read my emotions, body, mood, and then suggesting useful pain relief techniques such as swaying my hips, using a heating pad, massage, counterpressure, and trying different positions.
Nina is comfortable and confident around labor and birth. She was able to meet me in each phase of my labor, which allowed me to find my innner strength and trust myself. Nina is committed to her role as a doula as she is avaialble before labor, during labor and birth, immediately postpartum, and also checks-in during the postpartum period. She supports breastfeeding, helping get baby latched after birth, and continued to encourage breastfeeding during the first weeks. As a woman and mother herself- she knows women, knows motherhood, and is a great support and resource.
Again- I cannot recommend Nina enough for anyone looking for a doula! She is amazing and we were so blessed to have her present at our son's birth."
~C.L.
"We were so honored to have Nina with us during the C-section birth of our daughter Etta! Nina is very compassionate, easy-going, and multitalented. Before and during the surgery Nina practiced relaxation techniques with me while still helping to take pictures. We love you, Nina! Thanks for sharing such a beautiful Day w/ us."
~M.J.
~M.J.
"My experience with Nina was absolutely great. When it comes to birth, breastfeeding, I found out that having support is one of the most important things and to do that you need people who really care about you and your feelings. Nina has been very supportive since I met her even though she did not have to be after my birth. She has been there to help me anytime I needed.
She definitely had a big role on getting me prepared for the big day. When we were writing my birth plan, she gave a lot of good suggestions that I do not think I could come up with. During my labor, I discussed every procedure with her. I think I trusted her so much that I don't remember asking what my husband thought. I knew that she would not let me do it unless she had doubts or there were better alternatives. She is very good at relaxing you and massaging during labor. I sometimes joke that I could have another labor just to get another massage from her :) It was harder for me to move as I was being monitored, but we still did yoga together. She never left me alone or rested even though I asked her. She did so great that I told my husband to go home and come back in the morning since Nina took care of me very well.
My husband and I could not imagine a better experience. We tell everybody to have a doula now. If I get pregnant again, I would like to work with Nina again!
In summary, my husband and I highly recommend her!"
~R.F.
She definitely had a big role on getting me prepared for the big day. When we were writing my birth plan, she gave a lot of good suggestions that I do not think I could come up with. During my labor, I discussed every procedure with her. I think I trusted her so much that I don't remember asking what my husband thought. I knew that she would not let me do it unless she had doubts or there were better alternatives. She is very good at relaxing you and massaging during labor. I sometimes joke that I could have another labor just to get another massage from her :) It was harder for me to move as I was being monitored, but we still did yoga together. She never left me alone or rested even though I asked her. She did so great that I told my husband to go home and come back in the morning since Nina took care of me very well.
My husband and I could not imagine a better experience. We tell everybody to have a doula now. If I get pregnant again, I would like to work with Nina again!
In summary, my husband and I highly recommend her!"
~R.F.