"As the first-time future mum, my expectations of and requests for the birth class were quite high and Carrie met all of them. Carrie’s class program was very well organized covering the wide range of issues, from healthy pregnancy to natural birth techniques to detailed hospital procedures to postpartum care for the new mum and baby. She provided excellent and extensive handouts and materials in support of the class topics. In addition she has a rich library on pregnancy and motherhood and encourage the class participants to widely use them."

  "Carrie allocated sufficient time for practical exercises, which gave me all the confidence to successfully cope with the coming birth. As a result, I managed to successfully cope with strong pain during my birth and remain calm and concentrated. When the contractions started Carrie did not hesitate to provide immediate and valuable support over the phone regardless on the uncomfortable hours. She also provided excellent postpartum support, visiting me at the hospital and at home, with all the warmth of her heart." -- baby girl, 2008

  "I have no doubt that Carrie’s work is very dear to her heart and do not hesitate recommending her services to anyone preparing for the birth." -- baby girl, 2009

  "As a first time mom, Carrie was an amazing asset to have around during labor for myself and my spouse. We had no idea what to expect even though we read books and attended classes. I appreciated that she was constantly trying new things to help with the stress and pain. I thought it would be strange having someone we barely knew witness such an intimate moment, but it wasn't weird at all. Carrie knew how to fit right in and when to give us privacy." -- baby boy, 2009

  "Carrie was a wonderful support prior to and during labor. She provided massage, heat compresses and positive affirmations to get me through contractions. During my labor, the time came that we had to determine if we really did need a cesarean. Carrie helped us identify what our options were, which helped us identify what we needed to do. She truly was a tremendous help and could not imagine having gone through this experience without her." -- baby boy, 2009

  "Thank you so much for being a huge part of bringing B. into the world. WE really can't (and don't want to) imagine how it would have gone without you. THANK YOU!" C and C

  "When I started having fear, Carrie was there, calming and reassuring and relaxing me. I felt very well supported and cared for. I can't imagine having to give birth without her and the rest of my support team, while my husband was deployed. It was a wonderful, peaceful, loving and unique experience and Carrie helped make that happen!" L.R.

  "I really appreciated Carrie just being present for me. I had never met her prior to labor, but she was very soothing and calm. She helped my husband after my daughter was born, and helped me during the recovery phase of my delivery -- mostly with tips for successful breastfeeding. She was helpful in communicating with the other family and friends on my status. Thanks, Carrie!" HW

  "Carrie worked very hard supporting me while I gave birth to my son. She massaged me duing contractions, helped me move about, and had very positive advice. I don't think I could have done as well without Carrie's support. If I ever have another baby I will try to use her service again." LS