Birth Testimonials
Shayelynn & Jaxson’s Birth Testimonial
We were so thankful to have Emily throughout our pregnancy and birth experience. From the moment we connected with Emily, we instantly knew she was great. She was there with any questions we had leading up to labor and delivery. She showed us exercises and stretches to do well in advance before contractions started so we were prepared on what to do when the time came.
At first my partner Jaxson was hesitant on hiring a doula as he thought it would take away from his experience. This turned out to be the complete opposite. Emily was reassuring on that she is not there to take over and interfere. She showed Jaxson how to be comfortable being in the way of the nurses and help him feel involved while I was in labor.
Emily was so encouraging during contractions and so comforting to be by our side. She made sure both Jaxson and I were eating snacks and staying hydrated. She advocated for us when we needed her too.
December 5, 2024
Wayua’s Birth Testimonial
I am a second time mom who just had a successful unmedicated VBAC and having Emily’s support had a huge, if not the biggest, impact on my positive birth outcome.
I had a lot of anxiety surrounding the birth and what to expect and Emily listened, provided guidance, reassurance and resources and held the space for me when I felt like I had run out of strength. I had requested a faith-based approach and having her pray over me and remind me of scripture before and during labour was more than reassuring.
December 4, 2024
Amy and Adam’s Birth Testimonial
We cannot thank Emily enough for the support and help she provided us as first time parents. To start, Emily walked us through every detail of our birth preferences and ensured we both understood all the options and the potential ways the birth could unfold.
That first step turned out to be huge in our experience because my labor went sideways almost immediately. My water broke and I needed to be induced. Emily walked us through all the pros and cons every step of the way, making my husband and me feel much more confident in the process than we were at the beginning. Then, after many hours of labor, I stalled at 4 cm dilated and learned our baby girl had spun sunny side up. Emily worked with our L&D nurse to do spinning baby exercises to get baby to rotate. It was awful and I couldn’t have gotten through the painful experience without Emily’s support. She was my rock in the storm.
July 4, 2024
M & R’s Birth Testimonial
My oldest daughter was born 6 years ago and as a first time mother I had no idea what to expect. I wanted to be not only prepared this time around but confident in making decisions for me and my baby.
Emily helped me with my birth plan and provided me with options I didn't know I had. When I went into labor, Emily offered me a sense of support that I didn't know I needed. Thank you Emily! I am forever grateful for you!
April 8, 2024
Mia and Nathanael’s Birth Testimonial
The birth of our son did not go as originally planned, but I can confidently say that I truly enjoyed my birth experience, and I believe having Emily as a support to our family was a big factor in that outcome. Being first time parents, we were filled with questions and anxieties about who, what, where, when, and how our son would arrive. There was so much that we didn’t know! I had some complications pop up during my pregnancy, and Emily was always there to offer suggestions, insight, and join us in prayer as our little guy was growing in the womb. Our prenatal meetings felt like a coffee date with a friend - equally as fun and life-giving as it was insightful and helpful. As his due date approached, she helped us feel prepared and confident for what was to come...
February 24, 2024
Sara and Will’s Birth Testimonial
“I am forever grateful for you, Emily. You were such a blessing and helped out tremendously. I'd recommend you and Everyday Miracles to everyone. I think you went above and beyond your duties of doula. I thought of you as a friend. I really feel like it helped me fully having you there by my side during my first experience with no medication and twins! Thank you so much! You also followed up and did little things, that were the biggest things I needed in those moments. If it was a walk or feeding me or simply a prayer, I needed those and you provided them. I felt very comfortable around you.”
April 11, 2023
Lynzi and Trevor B.’s Birth Testimonial
Our birth experience likely would’ve gone very differently if it hadn’t been for Emily. My water broke late at night a few days before my due date, and I wasn’t feeling any contractions at the time. As first time parents, we were going into everything with no idea what to expect. Naturally, my husband’s initial inclination with my water breaking was to call the hospital, but I recommended we contact Emily first (we have a doula, let’s use her!). She immediately got back to us and we were able to talk on the phone during which she calmly inquired about our current situation - how I was feeling, the state of the fluid we were seeing, and what questions we had.
April 24, 2024
Amber T’s Birth Testimonial
Emily was absolutely amazing. She was with me every step of the way through my pregnancy and birth. I had to be induced and messaged once I was 7 cm and she came right over. She was the most supportive and helpful during labor. I do not know what I would have done without her. I highly recommend her.
April 21, 2023
Lauren and Drew’s Birth Testimonial
We were incredibly grateful for Emily’s nurturing care throughout the entirety of our pregnancy and birth experience. From the moment we met her, we could sense her empathy and experience—two things that felt very important to us as we traversed our third high-risk pregnancy.
Not only was she present for texts, phone calls, questions, and assistance with making important decisions about our birth plan, but she made space in the middle of the night on Christmas Eve to coach us through contractions over the phone and then left her family to attend the birth of our daughter on Christmas Day.
December 25, 2023
Miki and Shaun’s Birth Testimonial
Words can’t describe how grateful we are for Emily. She was a huge answer to prayer! She was organized, kind, and resourceful. Her faith and values lined up with ours and that was a huge value add, especially in the midst of a difficult labor. I would recommend her to anyone!
September 19, 2023
Alys & Jeff P.’s Birth Testimonial
For my first 3 births, I did not have a doula. My first experience was a bit traumatic and each subsequent birth was dramatically more positive! When I found out I was pregnant with twins I knew my birth plan would be tossed out the window and I had to make a multi-situational plan.
In this plan I knew I had to have a doula to support me in the moment, to let me know what was happening, make me aware of things I wasn’t seeing or hearing -because I would be in labor-.
July 8, 2023
Anne and Elijah’s Birth Testimonial
My husband and I had the pleasure of having Emily assist us at the birth of my 3rd child. my two previous births had been rough and I felt like the extra support this time around would be very helpful for my husband and myself. My daughter was a little crooked and not quite in the ideal position for childbirth a few weeks before she came out. Emily recommended some exercises to help reposition her and due to me doing the recommended exercises, she was in a great position when I gave birth to her. Due to how fast my labor was and when I arrived at the birth center, Emily ended up only being with me for about 10 minutes before my daughter was born.
April 29, 2023
Jaylene & Nick’s Birth Testimonial
It has taken us a while to write a testimony mainly because it’s difficult to find the right words of appreciation. Towards the end of pregnancy, my husband and I were encouraged by others to have a doula assist with the birth of our first child. Naturally, we scoured the internet. After searching, we decided that a doula who shared our faith would be important. From the very first meeting, we knew Emily would be the perfect person to guide us.
March 8, 2023
Marni P’s Birth Testimonial
I am so glad I decided to have a doula for my first birth and I’m so glad it was Emily! She was amazing! I knew within minutes of meeting her this would be a good fit, and over the course of the months and meetings she became like family. I’m thankful for her knowledge, encouragement, guidance and even just the simple (but invaluable!) tasks like keeping me fed and hydrated throughout my labor. Even though my labor was faster than expected, her support made a huge difference. I hope to work together again in the future! Thanks, Emily!
December 12, 2022
Caitey & Josiah
I was matched with Emily through Everyday Miracles, after praying for the right doula to support me through the delivery of my 3rd child. After 2 harder deliveries, I had been hoping for a more natural 3rd delivery, but ended up having a breech baby instead, and settling on a c-section.Emily could not have been more helpful and encouraging as I walked through the options before me with a breech baby. She was supportive and really took the time to understand where I was coming from and my past deliveries. She was very respectful of my decisions and preferences, and offered to still be by my side for the scheduled c-section I ended up deciding to have.
August 5, 2022
Macey & Chase
I was matched with Emily through Everyday Miracles. For not personally being in control of who I was matched with, I asked the Lord to choose. He knew exactly what support I needed and provided Emily. She exceeded any expectation I had and I couldn’t have asked for a more kind and caring individual. I felt very comfortable and at ease during prenatal visits and labor/delivery. Her faith based support and encouragement was appreciated during the time we worked together. She was also very supportive of my husband and how much he wanted to help and participate during labor. I would highly recommend Emily to anyone looking for an excellent doula.
June 18, 2022
Gena & Jesse
Emily is not just a great doula, she is the most supportive friend and companion you could possibly have next to you during labor and delivery. Emily is full of great advice and suggestions and is completely non judgmental if you choose to not take her suggestions. She was totally supportive to my boyfriend during my delivery and encouraged him to help me where needed. She is truly a blessing to have by your side. - Gena and Jesse
January 14, 2022
Emily & Perry
I highly recommend Emily for her doula services. I’m a first time mother and when I found out I was pregnant I knew I wanted a doula to help me through an unmedicated birth. I wanted someone that would support me as well as my husband. I wanted someone who had been through this before and would be able to coach and support us. Emily was all that and more.
November 6, 2021
Sarah & JP
I was already a few months pregnant when I started looking for a doula. This was my first pregnancy and I knew I wanted someone who was kind, patient, preferably a Christian and someone I felt comfortable with right off the bat. So before meeting Emily I was nervous. We had a phone interview first and I really liked her. Our next meeting was in person at Starbucks with my husband and after that meeting I felt so at ease and glad to know she would be by my the whole time! Not only helping me but also helping my husband feel confident too!
July 8, 2021
Gwen & Mike
"Emily is very warm and nurturing but also encourages you to step into your own abilities and strength. Which of course is the perfect traits for a doula!
She helped me breath and my voice to “stay low” through every contraction and was such a calming and helpful presence. I felt so safe with her there too!
She is just all together FOR you and that’s what makes her an amazing doula! "
April 16, 2021
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