Testimonials, Birth Stories, Breastfeeding Support Success Stories
to Inspire Women just like you...
“In this day and age, it’s hard to find a someone you can trust. Rebecca Davis was recommended to me by a friend, and now I know why – the quality of service and friendship I received was outstanding.She supported us through the whole birth process and helped me feel confident.
Thank you for all that you have done for us, you made our birth an extraordinary memory we will cherish for a lifetime.”
Daniella,Cliff
& baby Madison
My first impression of Rebecca was instant warmness as she greeted us in a "meet the doula" night. The smiles and warmth never stopped in our complete experience with her as our doula. We chose her so we could feel comfortable, supported and encouraged during the labor of our first child, which she succeeded in exceeding our expectations. The fact that I had a quick labor proved the importance of our decision as she was with us the minute we needed her and helped us make the call of when to meet the midwife. Her help to both my husband and I while I was in labor and the encouragement she provided me was invaluable.
What truly amazed me was that her services go above and beyond the hours in labor. She gave us great support in preparation for labor in terms of phone calls, personal meetings, advise and handouts. And then beyond that was the much appreciated tips and support once the newborn was at home with us. It was the support I received after the labor was done that really exceeded my expectations and which I am truly grateful to Rebecca for everything she did to enhance the experience of our first born daughter.
Kim, Brandon & Elliana
Our family was really on a tight budget but I really wanted Rebecca as my doula, so I had a jar at my baby shower that people could put money in to support my choice to have a doula. I told my friends and family not to worry about gifts because what I really wanted was to have a doula at our birth.Of course they didn't listen but everyone did drop in something, it really worked and I share so that others who don't have the money could try it. Rebecca then came up with a gift certificate idea and I think it's great. She really worked with me and my husband(active Coastguard duty)to get the best service for what we could afford.
Thanks Rebecca for your unchanging dedication and support through our experience.The Gerdale Family
Thank you ,Rebecca! Your smile and your loving attitude helped transform what could have been a really stressful period (“Oh, my, is that normal?”) into something wonderful (“Yes, that’s normal,relax,breathe, you are OK!”). I found that you often knew what I needed before I did! Your intuition, grace, modesty and peace while supporting us in the birth process was life changing. We felt you were always there when we needed you and even in the background when we didn't. Your faithfulness and continued care will always be cherished. Of course my husband is your biggest fan... Thanks for teaching us how to listen to what we needed to do as a couple, through the birth process and into parenthood.
Rachael,Rob
& baby Dillan
~~Breastfeeding Support Services~~
I have had the privilage to support women in successfully breastfeeding and shared techiques that are unique to each need! I am in the process of completing my Lactation Specialist Certification as well.
Below are a collection of testimonies that can inspire and encourage other women to get the support they need to succeed !!!!
I wanted to take this opportunity to express the gratitude I have for the support I, little Ripley, and my husband received from Rebecca during the tumultuous first stages of breastfeeding. I found myself at home the second week of my son's life devastated with thoughts that I did not have enough milk for him. I had already received a million and one differing opinions from various doctors and lactation consultants regarding strategies for increasing my milk supply. I was so confused, scared, and overwhelmed. I have faced none too few challenges in my life and for the most part found ways to persevere. However, breastfeeding literally brought me to my knees in tears with mountainous feelings of inadequacy.
I had confided in one of my close friends about my struggle and she offered to research Doula's in my area that could offer personalized support to me. Literally within a half hour she had talked to Rebecca, who had offered to come see me in my home that very afternoon. Rebecca was wonderful and very calming to my new-mommy anxieties. She watched me breastfeed and offered tips and reassurance that everything was fine with me, with baby, and with my milk supply.Over the next several weeks she has continued to check-in with me and meet with me. She keeps me positive and encouraged with all the ups and downs of breastfeeding. I am sure I would have given up without her encouragement, advice, and support. I plan to continue to use her services as long as necessary and see us developing a friendship as well. 
Mariah
Millie, Mario & baby Milo
Infectious smile and positive energy just kept us in a good place through the whole birth and especially after baby came home. Becca even kept the staff smiling and was so helpful in keeping the room calm and yet professional all at the same time. She reasurred us when we were overly concerned and if I was starting to get anxious she just seemed to know it before i flipped out. Mario has his own testimony but it might take up the whole page (smiles). If anyone is looking for a doula who has a heart as big as her smile, Becca is the doula for you. I can never thank her enough for all the support in breastfeeding and newborn care. The breastfeeding techiniques that she taught me were priceless and nothing I found in any book. Becca also reminded me to trust in my own decisions. She kept saying one thing which was key for me... (I now repeat to myself) This precious baby, I made, I carried, I can feed and care for and all he needs is ME!!! She shares words of wisdom that stays with a mother's heart forever. Thank You Becca!
MORE BIRTH DOULA Stories!!
There were many positive aspects to my doula, Becca, but if I had to isolate one I would say it was the immediate and incredible relief I felt when she walked into the room and gave me a hug. I had felt terribly frightened as labour was progressing very quickly and I knew that I was unlikely going to have time for the pain relief which I had always thought I would not be able to do without. I am a single mother and my support was not there, so someone recommended having a doula. Now I knew I didn't want some one who was to "natural" for me (not how I am) I wanted someone normal. Right when I met her at Starbucks I knew she was the one for me. Her manner and the practical advice she gave me made an enormous difference to how I felt both emotionally and physically through pregnancy and into my birth. I recommend Becca for anyone looking for a great doula."
Stacey
You were a great match for us, during pregnancy, during birth and extremely helpful with our new baby. All your knowledge on breastfeeding and newborn care was priceless. You made me feel more confident in my mothering than you will ever know.They say that mothering comes as second nature, well it does with a little help,thanks. I strongly recommend to all mothers,to have Rebecca by your side. Dan will always be your biggest fan, your support for him was priceless, he also brags of how his doula saved him from all the things men deal with during labor such as screamin' ,cursin' etc. and all those other things, lol.
Oh and by the way Rebecca..hope you are not too busy in July,we are expecting another ;P see you again soon.
Sylvia & family
"Dear Becca, I know I thanked you a thousand times in person during the times we spent together, but I had to write so others can know what a priceless service you provide. Before meeting you, my idea of a doula was a stranger who simply helped you to “breathe” during contractions. You proved me wrong. You made my husband and I feel so comfortable asking you a bunch of questions during your visit to our home. Your skills and talents helped me faced the fears I had about childbirth and the reality of laboring. I was and still am amazed at the fact that my husband did not get yelled at, you suggested to him when and when not to touch me and reassured him that through it all I was fine.With all the ways you suggested to help me cope with the contractions, it really kept my mind relaxed.
Whenever I tell my friends about you, your smile and confidence in your services is the highlight of my conversation. I really could go on and on about you as a doula and about the warmth you bring to your work. You are truly a priceless gem. My precious family and I thank you so much for bringing such a priceless service to us, we will remember it always, Thank You!" Tomas and Mia
+You may be wondering what can
Rebecca Davis w/ Doulas Divine
do for me after the birth?
A Mother's Checklist:
~ Help me avoid Postpartum Depression
~ Offering Positive words and Attitude
~ Support my efforts to breastfeed and problem-solve w/me
~ Help me establish nursing skills that fit both me & baby
~ Teach me to operate my breast pump
~ Help me get my baby to sleep better at night
~ Remind and/or Teach me how to soothe my crying baby
~ Help me learn about my amazing newborn and newborn care
~ Help me to keep the house in order so I feel less stressed
~ Allow me time to nap by handling the daily household "stuff"
~ Feed me, keep me well-hydrated so I can care for my baby
~~ Offers SMILES & Encourages me, that I'm doing just fine.
& More to Come...
**Awesome Mom Poem!!!**
Before I was a Mom,
I never tripped over toys
or forgot words to a lullaby.
I didn't worry whether or not
my plants were poisonous.
I never thought about immunizations.
Before I was a Mom,
I had never been puked on.
Pooped on.
Chewed on.
Peed on.
I had complete control of my mind
and my thoughts.
I slept all night.
Before I was a Mom,
I never held down a screaming child
so doctors could do tests.
Or give shots.
I never looked into teary eyes and cried.
I never got gloriously happy over a simple grin.
I never sat up late hours at night
watching a baby sleep.
Before I was a Mom,
I never held a sleeping baby just because
I didn't want to put her down.
I never felt my heart break into a million pieces
when I couldn't stop the hurt.
I never knew that something so small
could affect my life so much.
I never knew that I could love someone so much.
I never knew I would love being a Mom.
Before I was a Mom,
I didn't know the feeling of
having my heart outside my body..
I didn't know how special it could feel
to feed a hungry baby.
I didn't know that bond
between a mother and her child.
I didn't know that something so small
could make me feel so important and happy.
Before I was a Mom,
I had never gotten up in the middle of the night
every 10 minutes to make sure all was okay.
I had never known the warmth,
the joy,
the love,
the heartache,
the wonderment
or the satisfaction of being a Mom.
I didn't know I was capable of feeling so much,
before I was a Mom.....
Happy Mother's Day..all year round!!
From Rebecca
