Testimonials from our client evaluations when asked if they had any comments or suggestions they'd like to share with us, and if they'd recommend our services to others:

Praise for Desert Doulas!

“We had exactly the birth experience we were looking for and attribute much of that to looking for an attribute much of that to the help we received from Maria. The added support was just what we needed. The communication from beginning to end was great!”

"...Nancy's ability to calm Robin prior to severe contractions and explain medical options in terms we could understand enabled us to make difficult decisions as situations changed. ..."Almost telepathically Nancy knew when to massage her feet and hands with oil. Because of this, Robin was able to achieve her dream of a natural birth, fully experiencing the joys and tribulations with full her of her mental and physical capacities."

“I just loved the personal touches that were a part of your services: The photographs and the birth story. Because of the birth story, I have the benefit of the full experience as it unfolded, even though I wasn’t totally aware while it was happening. Thank you for a very personal and memorable experience. I can’t imagine what Alex’s birth would have been without all of you there! I truly felt taken care of throughout those two days we spent together. Your guidance was absolutely calming for both my family and for me- I also felt a strong connection with all of you (Maria, Jill, Barbara and Sibylle), whom I didn’t at all expect and which I think made Alex’s birth even more special. I thank you for what you did for all of us, and for putting together lunch for the post partum visit. That was sweet of you.”

“TJ was wonderful! Kelly and I felt we were lucky that we had the chance to share our birth with her. She was such a strong source of positive and calm energy throughout the labor and delivery.”

"I felt extremely comfortable with Loree as soon as we met.  It was always very easy to contact her.  Loree always encouraged communication.  When the big day came, Loree came to the hospital as soon as we called her!  She used different acupressure techniques as my labor progressed.  Not only do I believe that the acupressure helped speed my progress, but it also really relaxed me.  I am 100% satisfied with my birth experience."

“I could not over-emphasize the helpfulness of having Angela there. I listened to and tried to do everything she said- and I am convinced that my entire experience as better because of it. She helped me in every possible way-physically, emotionally, etc.”

 

Would you recommend Desert Doula's services to others? Why or Why not?

“Absolutely! Again, communication from sign on to post partum was very good. We felt listened to, and supported. The photos and birth story were wonderful compliments to a fantastic experience!”

"As a father to be for the time time, I never felt left out. ...It is simply impossible for someone (a Dad) to provide the type of care Nancy provided to Robin. We are forever in appreciation and awe of your talents." Please feel free to use this letter as a personal recommendation of both Nancy and Desert Doulas."

“Yes, overall it made both my husband and me much more comfortable with the whole labor experience. It especially helped me be more confident and comfortable with my decisions.”

 “Yes! The best advice I received was from my sister-in-law who suggested we have a doula present at the birth. Sibylle was a great help. Her support and suggestions during the birth helped make it an extraordinary experience.”

“I will be talking about DD for years to come and will enthusiastically recommend the service to any new parents-to-be.”

“Absolutely! As a first-time mother it was so helpful having someone present who could talk me through the process and reassure us that all was going well with the birth. Thank you for providing Tucson mothers with this incredible service!”

“I already have recommended DD services to others. A doula can only enhance a birth plan because the doula takes care of the mother in a way that hospitals and RN’s/MD’s cannot.”

“Definitely! Everyone should feel so pampered from a loving woman. I love your program!”

“Yes! The support from Desert Doula helped me prior to labor. I was less nervous and felt my doula was fighting for me (in my corner). The whole experience was less intimidating due to Desert Doula.”

“Absolutely. Not only has having a doula for the birth the best decision I ever made, but all of the pre and post partum help and consultation was invaluable as well. I felt I had a team working with me.”