“Choosing to have a Doula with us to help prepare my body and mind before bringing baby Georgia into this world was the best decision we could have made. After learning less than 8 hours before my water broke that I was not medically able to have an epidural Kizzy helped in more ways than one, guiding and supporting me into allowing my body to “relax” and welcome our sweet girl safe and soundly.”

-Aisha and Sean 7/7/2022

“Kizzy, thank you so much for all your help and words of encouragement these last few weeks. It has meant so much to us and helped smooth our time with Eleanor. I can’t imagine this time without you! You’re an amazing Doula.

-Leslie, Lars, Wendall, and Eleanor 8/24/2022

“Kizzy is incredible and I can’t recommend her enough! She was so helpful during the birth of our son, she has the best reassuring calm presence, it was exactly what we needed!”

-Cristina and Hayden 11/17/2022

“Kizzy was absolutely wonderful throughout the entire process! She was amazing at checking in with me and giving me added support without hesitation. She was quick to respond to any questions and was extremely comforting during this new experience. I highly recommend working with her!”

-Samantha and David 11/29/2022

“Kizzy was our birth and postpartum doula, supporting us every step of the way. I tend to be fairly self-reliant, sometimes keeping to myself, so Kizzy was very thoughtful and proactive reaching out to me often leading up to the delivery. We had a lot of twists and turns with a breach that turned head down eventually, only to have our daughter go far past her due date. Kizzy was resourceful at every stage as well as supportive of our decisions. During labor she was an amazing coach and cheerleader. Once we were home she was invaluable at showing me soothing techniques and being very encouraging and knowledgeable in the breastfeeding journey. She was so resourceful recommending an amazing lactation consultant at a time when one was necessary. She was also a warm friend by my side day by day those first hard months. We are so thankful to have had her with us in our journey!”

-Lindsay 1/2/2023

We cannot recommend Kizzy highly enough. Going into our second birth, we knew birth can be unpredictable and we wanted to feel confident and supported. That is just what having a doula gave us. At every step of the way, Kizzy helped us ask the right questions and made sure I was comfortable as the birthing person. We were so lucky to have a smooth birth overall, but even when things didn’t go exactly to plan, Kizzy was right there offering emotional support and comfort measures.I can’t imagine going through our pregnancy, birth, and postpartum period without Kizzy!”

-Katherine 3/17/2023

“My husband and I were expecting our first baby and looking for extra support as we approached the third trimester. I was so happy when we found Kizzy. I immediately felt at ease with her. She was so helpful and warm throughout our time together. At our prenatal appointment, she taught us breathing and counter pressure techniques and offered resources for labor positions and prep exercises. Using these tools, I was able to labor at home with the support of my husband for almost 24 hours. When we finally went to the hospital, I was already 6 cm dilated! At the hospital, Kizzy created a warm and relaxing environment in our room. My labor stalled and throughout the course of a very long day, Kizzy was endlessly attentive and supportive. She kept me moving into new positions to encourage progress even with an epidural. At our postpartum appointment, Kizzy very kindly helped me give our daughter her first bath and boosted my confidence in my ability to care for her. We were very grateful to have Kizzy with us throughout our labor and delivery, and would recommend her to any expecting parents!”

-Chelsea 3/26/2023

“I knew as soon as I spoke with Kizzy the first time that she would be the doula I chose. She has this incredible way about her that is so soft and gentle, wise and caring. I appreciated that she supported me throughout my entire pregnancy not just near the end and at birth. She supported me from 6 weeks pregnant through 6 weeks postpartum offering almost daily support via text, phone call, or in person visits. She is a truly wonderful and caring person. I will hire her again for sure when I have baby #2 (hopefully I am that lucky to have a second child!). The sleep I got while she was at my home for postpartum visits was invaluable. I needed the rest and she was there to support me. She was always there to support what I needed at every step along the journey. She is the ONLY one besides my mother whom I have felt comfortable leaving my baby with - which speaks to how comfortable she made me feel and the level of trust I have in her. Kizzy was my number one support during my time at the hospital and during an unexpected c-section. She made the hospital room feel more like home bringing aromatherapy, soft lighting, gently calming music, and even gave me a massage to calm my nerves before the surgery. During the c-section she sat right next to me and offered so much support and courage. I would not have been able to do it without her. I was so scared and she supported me 100% and beyond. She even made me a cup of coffee (my favorite!!) when the surgery was over and we celebrated and toasted the arrival of my son. Kizzy is truly amazing. Such a gift to families during such a life changing event. Kizzy made me feel calm and strong. She gave me the courage I needed. She educated me on what to expect and explained my birthing options fully. She always supported whatever decisions felt best to me. She provided the information, allowed me to make my own decisions, and supported those decisions 100%. The most memorable moment was when she made us coffee and we toasted to the arrival of my sweet little boy. My heart was so full in that moment and I felt such a strong connection to this amazing woman. She is so full of love. Absolutely, unconditionally, 1000 times over - yes, I would recommend Kizzy to anyone near and dear to my heart. She is a blessing and truly amazing at what she does. She is a giver and I am so grateful that our paths crossed and that I was fortunate enough to have her as my doula. I will hire her again for myself in the future as I build my sweet little family. I highly recommend Kizzy to anyone who is looking for a pregnancy/birth/postpartum doula. I would call Kizzy my friend and hope to have her in my community of family and friends for many years to come. What a special woman she is. “

-Jess 4/28/2023

“Let me start off by simply saying how much we love Kizzy! Ok, now to elaborate: Kizzy is not only professional and extremely knowledgeable, she is warm, personable, and down to earth. She listened to my worries and first-time-mom anxieties, as well as celebrated prenatal milestones and successes with me. We felt so much more comfortable and confident going into birth after collaborating on our birth plan with Kizzy. She showed us different positions and counter pressure for my husband, and gave a rundown of all of the goodies in her doula bag- it wasn’t until I was in labor that I was truly grateful for these thoughtful items! Although my birth plan changed due to medical reasons, I was still able to have a really positive birth experience; largely due to the comfort and calm Kizzy brought to my birth team. I am forever thankful for the pictures she took of my son’s birth and for writing down his birth story to gift us. We look forward to reconnecting with Kizzy for our future pregnancies, and will highly recommend her to friends and family.”

-Coco 10/10/2023

“We are so happy we chose to work with Kizzy as our doula for our first pregnancy. We didn't know what to expect and having a few visits with Kizzy before the birth made us feel much more prepared and less anxious. With Kizzy, there are no silly or embarrassing questions! She answered all our questions with knowledge and compassion. Kizzy helped us write a birth plan and we were lucky not to have any complications. It was great knowing that Kizzy was there to advocate for us if needed, and she helped create a calm atmosphere for our birth, from adding twinkle lights to the room to massage during labor and a reassuring voice. Kizzy took photos to capture our little one's first moments and our first moments as a family - photos we will treasure forever! We had two postpartum visits with Kizzy too, which we used to help process the birth. If we have another kiddo I might decide to have Kizzy come for nighttime help immediately (we had our parents, but they are getting older). Overall we are so glad we chose to hire a doula and Kizzy in particular was just the right fit for our family. Thanks Kizzy!”

-R 11/20/2023

“From the moment I met with Kizzy, I felt assured and confident that she would be the perfect match for my husband and I. She shared her knowledge and experience in an approachable, thoughtful, and gentle way, but even more than that, she listened intently to our preferences and wishes to ensure that her approach to her work with us was responsive to the type of experience we were hoping for. Her questions not only allowed her to understand what we wanted out of our birth experience, but it also gave me food for thought and allowed me to reflect on what I really wanted, and make informed decisions ahead of time.
As can often happen, our L&D threw us several unexpected curveballs. Having Kizzy with us as both a sounding board for weighing options and making decisions, and a calming source of reassurance made all the difference during those intense moments of uncertainty. It’s hard to imagine how we would have navigated it without her!”

-Devin 2/5/2024

Kizzy was a joy to work with! She has a calm and peaceful presence and is very knowledgeable. My husband and I hired her for doula and postpartum doula services. She met with us a few times before the birth to build the professional relationship and to help us prepare; her suggestions were very helpful (e.g., counterpressure suggestions and protein ball recipe). She was oncall 24/7 starting at two weeks before my expected due date and checked in on me often as my due date approached; this made me feel really comfortable. She was a-m-a-z-i-n-g at the birth - knew the right pressure points to help with labor pains, only talked when necessary, took pictures for us, took notes to create a timeline of events, etc. She was phenomenal during postpartum time - she cared for our baby at nights, allowing my husband and I to get much needed sleep! She also did light housework.
Kizzy listened, never rushed us through any conversation, and allowed time for us to think through our options. She brought humor to my pregnancy and postpartum experiences. She addressed our questions/concerns thoroughly and connected us to resources in our area. We had a positive experience. We would absolutely work with Kizzy again, and we would refer her to loved ones (and strangers)!!!

-Nihi 6/21/2024

“We hired Kizzy to be our doula about halfway through my pregnancy and it was the best decision we made. She helped me (and my husband) prepare for labor and birth, and she was shoulder to lean on postpartum. She is very professional in her work and a blast to work with! She is an amazing doula and such a caring and loving person. We had lots of laughs and memorable moments on our pregnancy journey and my husband and I are so thankful to have shared the experience with her. We plan to hire her again whenever we have our second child.

-Angela and Kevin 10/13/2022

“Kizzy was amazing from pregnancy through postpartum. She made our birth experience so enjoyable and we felt so much better prepared and supported than we could have imagined.”

-Lauren R 1/18/2023

“We are so thankful that Kizzy was our doula and cannot recommend her enough! From the beginning she checked in with me weekly via text and was always available whenever I would reach out with questions. The prenatal sessions were super helpful and honestly more informative than the two birth classes we took. I had an unmedicated birth and I honestly do not think it would have been possible without her support. She drove during a pretty bad snow storm to get to the hospital and immediately transformed our room into a perfect birth space with twinkle lights, sound machine and essential oils. She offered wonderful support to myself and my husband and was able to coach him along in how to best support me. The next day, multiple staff members at the hospital all commented on how Kizzy was the best doula they had seen and shared how nice the environment of the room was. The photos that she captured during labor and the photos of my daughter immediately after birth I will cherish forever. I struggled emotionally the first few weeks postpartum and Kizzy offered a safe and compassionate ear and a gentle shoulder to cry on. I have texted her about my anxieties, struggles and lactation questions and she has been nothing short of a blessing. Thinking of our time with her as our doula coming to an end is tough, but as soon as we decide to expand our family in the future we will hire her in a second!”

-Marley 1/25/2023

“This was my second birth. I didn’t have the opportunity for a doula with my first because of Covid… so I was skeptical about how helpful a doula would be for me.
Kizzy exceeded all my expectations by far!!! It was like having your best friend in the room with you. She was incredibly attentive and met my needs before I even knew I had them. She was a source of calm, comfort, and encouragement when I needed it most. She advocated for my needs and desires with the medical team and partnered with the nursing staff to ensure I received the most exceptional care. I wish I knew her sooner so she could have supported me at my first birth. There is no doubt that she improved my overall birth experience. She allowed me to be more present and powerful than I ever knew I could be through the whole experience. I cannot recommend Kizzy enough for everyone regardless if it’s your first or even your fourth pregnancy!”

Rachel 4/6/2023

“We cannot express well enough how skilled, caring and supportive Kizzy was during our pregnancy and labor journey. After we met her in person, we immediately knew that hiring her was the right decision. She checked in regularly, was responsive and helpful anytime we needed her. She taught us so much ahead of time and provided the right balance of encouragement and practical support during labor. Kizzy also went above and beyond for us after we experienced some complications post delivery. Several staff at our hospital commented to us during our stay about how impressed they were with her. We very highly recommend Kizzy to anyone looking for skilled, caring, compassionate support during pregnancy , labor or post partum.”

-AM & ZH

“If you ever wanted a Doula, but was not sure if you should do it. I'm here to tell you to, DO IT.
As a second time mom. I wish I had Kizzy at my first delivery too.
Kizzy checked in throughout my pregnancy. She had great advice. Helped me find nausea and pain relief during pregnancy that was safe and worked for me.
She does it all! Prenatally, during labor and postpartum. She made me feel educated, supported and prepared, with her knowledge and resources.
I've never felt more powerful and strong as i did with Kizzy at my side. Especially during my labor. I knew she would back me up with any choice i made. For my body and my baby, without judgment. Her humor and kindness always made me feel comfortable. Her tone of voice was always perfect for my emotional ears. Much like my own mom and friends. She felt like a touch of home and always comforted me.
Kizzy waited for my call then came right away. When she got their, the relief I felt was unfathomable.
My children's father is an amazing support as well. But I really needed someone who would remember my wishes much better.
Kizzy came into my labor room confidently and went right to work. She remembered everything we talked about. I couldn't believe it.
I full heartedly believe I could finally relax once Kizzy arrived and I went from 5cms to 10cms in about 2 hours!!!
Kizzy is truly doing what the world had intended for her. I highly reccomend her from the bottom of my heart.
Nothing about my labor went as I thought, but they never do for anyone. I wouldn't have had it any other way. (Thank you Kizzy for being there for me, even at the times that you didn't have to be) She validated my every concern even my small ones. I'll be forever thankful for such a beautiful experience.
I also contribute a good part of my successful breastfeeding journey to Kizzy. She guided me and my partner on how best to take advantage of the "golden hour" to start our journey.
This devoted doula, checked in with us after delivery as well. I still plan to utilize her in the future and if I need further postpartum help as a new mom of 2! In my most raw moments of life, I'm glad they were shared with this beautiful soul. I hope everyone gets to have the experience I've had. Kizzy rocks!”

-Liz 7/5/2023

“I would absolutely recommend Kizzy of Devoted Doula to any friends and family who are pregnant. She was amazing. I do not believe that my birth experience would have been the incredible, positive experience it was, without her support. I was able to achieve my ideal birth scenario as a first time mom and bring my son into this world in a hospital setting with no pain medication. Having Kizzy in my corner gave me the confidence I needed in myself to be able to do this. I had a lot of fear about birth and pain that was greatly assuaged by her support. I can't overstate the value of how secure, capable, and relaxed she made me feel by having her on my team.
Kizzy came to my house and met with my husband and I shortly after I hired her during my third trimester. She got to know us and what I wanted. She interviewed me and wrote my birth plan for me based on what I wanted which I felt too overwhelmed to write myself. I had a few instances in the weeks leading up to birth where I thought I might be going into labor and she was only a text away to let her know what was going on. Though I knew my husband would be an incredible support during labor, it was a relief for BOTH of us to know we would have a third-party person for whom this experience was her job and something she is very familiar with, since this was both my husband and I’s first child. After one challenging pre-natal doctor’s appointment where I felt dismissed by medical staff, I called Kizzy and she reassured me and helped me advocate for myself. During my labor she did counter pressure on my hips during contractions which was absolutely necessary for me to get through them. She took awesome pictures of my husband and I seeing our little boy for the first time that I am SO grateful I have to cherish forever. The doctor who delivered my baby also told me I had a great doula.
If I have another child I will call Kizzy in heartbeat to help me through the next one just like she did for my first baby! She is truly a gift and I am so grateful for her!”

-Alaina 10/5/2023

“Working with Kizzy throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum was truly a blessing! During pregnancy, Kizzy was so helpful and responsive with any questions we had. The knowledge and resources she shared helped me feel more prepared and confident going into my son’s birth. She also made our birthing experience so much better than I even anticipated. She was a calming presence and was there to help us with anything we needed. But most importantly, she helped me advocate for myself and feel empowered. Postpartum, Kizzy was a listening ear when we needed to vent about our struggles, and provided helpful suggestions for getting through those first few weeks with a newborn. I can’t recommend working with her enough - she really is the best!”

-Bailey 4/15/2024

I can’t thank Kizzy enough for my postpartum support. Being postpartum there are many things that can be difficult for moms. Mine was my confidence in caring for my baby. Kizzy was my cheerleader throughout my whole postpartum experience. She was also someone I could talk to about my anxieties and worries. What helped me the most was that she immediately felt like a good friend I’ve known for years. Having that comfort in someone during the most vulnerable time in my life was important. I learned a lot from her and will continue to use the techniques she has shared me. I truly believe I recovered mentally and physically from labor/delivery very quickly because of Kizzy’s postpartum help! We will miss Kizzy, but we hope to see her for baby #2!

-Sabrina 6/6/2024

Kizzy was an absolute gift to our family from pregnancy through the first three months of our little one's life. Having a doula for both birth and postpartum support was a non-negotiable for me as we planned to welcome a new baby. With family far away, we knew we would need someone on hand to be a reassuring, calming and supportive presence. We wanted someone who we knew could help us be heard, wouldn't brush off my concerns of being medically pigeon-holed as a plus size mother with additional mental health considerations, and who would support our whole family (in addition to my husband and I, my younger brother is also a member of our in-home family) - and Kizzy absolutely met all of those needs and more. She answered any question we ever had (or helped us seek professionals when needed), was thoughtful beyond measure, and seemed like a family friend we'd known forever from the moment we met her. Kizzy rolled with last minute concerns during my pregnancy, advocated for me during a long hospital labor and birth, and continued being endlessly flexible as we navigated the unexpected medical needs of our baby during their first few weeks of life. Once we were home it felt like Kizzy just poured open-hearted, honest and gentle caring and reassurance into our lives - in addition to a heavy dose of baby laundry folding, hydration reminding, dish washing, infant soothing and new mom listening. Every nap and long shower I had for the first few months of my baby's life was thanks to Kizzy. Kizzy was also endlessly patient with our very anxious (and loud!) lab Abby who felt the need to constantly remind us all that there was someone different in the house holding her baby. Broadly - I'll strongly advocate to anyone who asks that they should seek birth and postpartum doula support. Specifically and wholeheartedly, I would advocate for them choosing Kizzy to come with them on their journey.

-Kaitlyn 7/8/2024