J A C K I E | 2024
“My husband and I can’t recommend Kate enough as a doula! As first time parents, our goal was to feel empowered and joyful in our delivery experience and with Kate by our side that’s exactly what we experienced. We felt instantly connected to Kate during our home visits and felt guided, supported and assured as we headed into an induction after being overdue. I can look back at the birth of our daughter and know it was such a positive experience because of Kate being a part of our team. At two weeks, our family experienced an emergency surgery at Mott’s that Kate supported us through every step of the way. On the night our daughter was admitted, Kate came to the ER and brought us a homemade meal and continuously checked in on us and how our daughter was doing. We’re forever indebted to Kate for gently encouraging us to continue to seek answers when we knew something wasn’t quite right. We truly can’t imagine bringing our daughter into the world without Kate’s birth and postpartum expertise and support. Kate answered endless texts, calls and FaceTimes always willing to game-plan on breastfeeding/pumping, sleeping and general newborn questions. They are an incredible doula and someone I wish every parent could partner with!”
A L E X Z | 2021 & 2024
“WOW I first worked with Kate in 2021 after my son was delivered surprising us at 36 weeks. My husband and I knew we wanted to experience a doula again with another hospital birth when my daughter was born in 2024, and we were amazed at how our oldest and our cats recognized them during our prenatal visit. My son embraced Kate and was so excited to see them even though he was weeks old the last time they were together! Kate has a gentle power and calmness and they are my go to in helping me confidently address breastfeeding. P.S: If you are like me and feel the need to create a queer centered environment for your birth, Kate is enthusiastic to help create that for you.”
A L E I G H A | 2019 & 2021
“My wife and I have had the pleasure of working with Kate through the birth of two children. She was an instrumental and irreplaceable part of both of those experiences. Kate’s support went above and beyond what we expected. Kate offers you personalized support during your pregnancy with no judgements on your preferences. She is incredibly knowledgeable and can answer any and all the questions you have on pregnancy, birth, and chest feeding.
Kate has this magical way of knowing what you need before you do. She has a calm, warm energy about her that will put you at ease.
Having a doula in today's world is more important than ever. It's like having a new best friend that also happens to be an expert in everything you're going through.”
B E C C A | 2019 & 2022
“Kate was with me for two births, one at the hospital and one at home. I honestly can’t imagine either experience without Kate. In such a potentially chaotic environment, Kate brings the calm to literally any situation. It’s like she knows exactly what you need in any moment, and I couldn’t be more thankful. We didn’t opt for postpartum support with our first birth, but invested with our second. HANDS DOWN I would 10000% get postpartum again. Kate goes above and beyond with postpartum care. I was constantly overwhelmed in my early postpartum weeks, and having the support to help with the baby, clean, organize…it was extremely helpful. ”
K R Y S T A L | 2022
“Kate's support during my birth was top notch and will forever raise the bar for me when it comes to doula support. Kate maintained an open line of communication, and was a constant source of reassurance, comfort, and guidance. My husband was not only able to get rest, but he also learned how to support me as I went through labor and my unplanned c-section. As a couple, we felt like we had a cheerleader by our side the entire time, and felt educated and supported to make the best decisions for our baby. Kate is a large reason why I feel like I have a successful, loving and strong relationship with my baby, especially when it comes to breastfeeding.
The postpartum visits were a large part of my husband and I getting into a groove and learning all things baby. Even with early morning messages, Kate ALWAYS provided as much information and comfort as possible. I am forever grateful for Kate's presence and part in one of the most important events of my life. I tell my friends (and anyone who will listen) that hiring a doula will change their experience for the better.
Having a doula take care of us as a couple made the birth and postpartum experience feel much more intimate for my husband and I, and we were able to focus on making educated choices and pouring our love into our little one and starting our new family unit. I will absolutely hire a doula again if I have another child!”
L A U R A | 2022
“Kate became a trusted partner for our second baby, immediately. Even with this being my second pregnancy, I had many questions and Kate was there for all of them, providing evidence based responses and helping us find information if needed. Kate has deep connections to a vast network of birth workers and advocates throughout southeast Michigan and helped us build out an incredible care team and birth plan.
Kate was such a calming presence during my labor and delivery, striking the perfect balance of encouragement and knowledgeable guidance as I had to make several decisions while in labor. Kate is incredibly engaged during the laboring process, paying attention to details throughout my pregnancy regarding our birth plan and honoring them during my labor. In addition, my partner felt comfortable asking Kate for guidance and advice as well which made him more confident throughout. If I were to have another baby, I would not do so without a Doula and if I were so lucky, I would absolutely want that Doula to be Kate.
Throughout postpartum, Kate remains responsive to my communication and questions, providing the same knowledgeable care that they did throughout pregnancy and delivery. It is obvious, and always has been, that Kate is a Doula for all of the best reasons and has her client’s entire family’s health and happiness as her primary concern.”
M I C H E L L E | 2022
“When my husband and I began searching for a doula, we knew we wanted someone who was knowledgeable, connected in the birth community, kind, and supportive of whatever choices we made. We found all of this in Kate. She helped us navigate through so much. I switched doctors, and then again to a home birth midwife.
Kate was by my side through it all, providing loving support and referrals whenever I needed. I don’t think people understand the immense value of postpartum doula care. Kate helped with so much and truly saved our sanity.”
C L A I R E | 2019 & 2022
“During pregnancy Kate was a phenomenal sounding board. Need to vent, she’s got you. Want suggestions on how to be more comfortable, no problem. Want resources, they’re in your email. Kate knows not only the human side of what birthing people go through but also the research. Any advice or suggestions are going to be grounded in research but wrapped in love and thoughtfulness.
When Kate comes to your home for postpartum she’s coming as a true support. She never came empty handed and always left with my home, my child, and myself feeling nourished and cared for. Kate’s presence in the home is calming and brings a much needed peace in a challenging time.
For so many other large aspects of life we seek specialists and support. Why should childbirth be any different? A doula is just that, support in a time of need. The support offered is not only key for the birthing person, but their partner too. No birth is just like the other, and having someone who has been through countless births before is vital. It doesn’t matter if you want an epidural, are having a C-section, or want to have an unmedicated labor, why not give yourself every opportunity to be supported by a caring, competent professional?”
E M M A | 2024
Kate is absolutely amazing! They were an incredible support before, during, and after birth. I didn't work with a birth doula for my first child, and having Kate there for my second made an incredible difference in my birth and postpartum experience. My family and I are grateful every day for how Kate guided, advocated, and reassured me during pregnancy, birth, and my choices for feeding postpartum. I recommend Kate to everyone!!