“What I found most helpful was my doula’s ability to connect with me in a friendly, familiar, supportive, intimate way. I felt like I was being supported by a lifelong friend even though the hospital was our first meeting. I will always remember the love shown to me through massage, essential oils, unwavering attention and care, beautiful conversation. The eye contact and direction was especially meaningful when it was transition and pushing time.”
Sarah Welch— 2nd time parent
“High Country Doulas’ placenta encapsulation made all the difference in my postpartum stage! The benefits were wonderful. I definitely recommend them to anyone!”
- Lindsay, second-time mom
“Class with Allison at HCD was invaluable! She equipped us with so much useful information that we used during our birth. She also shared warmth and built our confidence in the birth process and went out of her way to make us feel supported. I would highly recommend HCD to anyone considering! It was such a great decision for our family and helped us have the birth we hoped for.”
Kelly & Jonathan — 2nd time parents
“Chelsey taught a private class for my husband and I and prepared us for the low-intervention, unmedicated birth we planned. We learned many breathing techniques specific for contractions, different positions to help open my pelvic floor, and the importance of staying calm and “open” for a positive birth!
Being able to have 24/7 support from our Doulas Chelsey and Rachel was huge! I never felt bashful to ask questions and they both supported the birth plan my husband and I prepared for.
Chelsey and Rachel respected, supported, and thoroughly helped me prepare for my unmedicated, natural birth. Rachel was our birth doula and she encouraged me to follow my instincts with different positions and breath. Her and my husband never left my side during our 13-hour labor.
Chelsey spent time with me, one-on-one, to help with breastfeeding. We can’t wait for both Chelsey and Rachel to be there for our future babies!”
Meredith L. - Johnson City
“Our doula was amazing. She was so attentive and super informative. I was struggling to make decisions about what to do and how to proceed while my induction was taking longer than I expected and she kept encouraging me to keep going, which is what I needed so I didn’t feel like I was just giving up. When things took a turn and we had to go for the c-section delivery, she kept me positive and excited to have my baby either way! She was a delight to spend time with in between the contractions and tense moments, and she was very supportive to me and my husband during the rough patches that labor brings with it. I can say even though it was a long laborious process, I actually enjoyed my 36 hours of induced labor since our doula was there to help us through it. Our doula also helped my husband stay in the game and keep his calm throughout the process as well. And thank goodness she was there because my mom had locked herself out of our house and my husband had to leave to help her back in so I would’ve been alone if he’d have left and we didn’t have our doula.”
“She was there to help get me and baby going with the initial breast feeding which was a success, she checked in with us constantly if she wasn’t there with us at the hospital, and she had so many helpful pointers and knowledge to share about so many things related to birth and parenting. I believe she enhanced our relationships with our nurses throughout our 5 day stay at the hospital as well. I would recommend High Country Doulas for anyone and everyone having babies!”
-Erin Mc. - first-time mom
“High Country Doulas are wonderful! Very thorough, friendly and professional. The nanny rates are extremely reasonable. Recommend them so highly that I had them placed on the Recommended Vendor List at Leatherwood Resort!”
- Robin T., mother of the bride
“Our doula was most helpful during the birth as she aided in pain management. She also provided vital information and resources prior to and after the birth of our daughter.”
“Our doula was a saving grace during labor. She offered massage during contractions and suggested positional changes to help manage pain. I truly feel that I do not know how I would have managed without her. She was available prior to the birth to answer questions, especially as I navigated the last week of pregnancy and experienced Braxton-Hicks and intermittent contractions. She also provided invaluable information after the birth regarding breastfeeding, sleep schedules, baby comfort techniques, and postpartum emotions.”
“High Country Doulas provided us with invaluable information and hands-on help prior to, during, and after the birth of our daughter. During labor, I struggled with feeling out of control and unable to cope. Our doula, Allison, was a saving grace as she offered massage during contractions and suggested positional changes to help manage pain. I truly feel that I do not know how I would have managed without her. She was also a great resource after the birth for help with breastfeeding, sleep schedules, baby comfort techniques, and postpartum emotions. We have seen major improvements in our newborn's behavior and schedule after receiving advice from Allison. Thankfully, we now know how to calm our crying baby and put her down for sleep! Our doula has made a world of difference in our lives as new parents.”
- Sara, first time mom
“We highly recommend Allison & High Country Doulas! We can't say enough good things about them. We gained a tremendous amount of knowledge and they supported us before, during and after the birth. Having an birth advocate helped us in so many ways. You can ask them anything, anytime which was very helpful us, especially once my wife started going into labor. They are very kind, professional and knowledgable. If you're thinking about getting a Doula we promise you won't regret it.”
- Matt, first time dad
“ Our doula provided amazing hands on coaching for me and my husband and was a huge wealth of knowledge. My husband said it was awesome, like having a general manger there and that we would always have a doula for subsequent births. She brought a sense of calm and reassurance to the whole process.”
“Having the doula there to provide tips and ensure a good first feed, and having an appointment the day after birth with lactation consultants established a good latch. Being given information on what is normal vs what is not , knowing that sore nipples don't last and engorgement becomes less frequent once milk supply regulates. This kept me from worrying or wanting to give up or try bottles”
-Kara
“My doula, Hannah was absolutely amazing. Jeremy, my mom and I have said multiple times that things would have gone remarkably different if it weren’t for her. She was the calm and voice of truth in the midst of the battle going on inside me. Every part of me wanted to give up, my hopes for a birth center birth, but she consistently spoke truth. ‘You are doing great! You got this. Breathe.’
Just really, really grateful for her. I can’t recommend having a doula enough.”
Brittany A. - Boone
“My doula, Allison is absolutely amazing! She is so warm and loving and I felt absolutely comfortable welcoming her to our home and for the birth of our son. Throughout my pregnancy I had continuous support from her, any question or concern I had I knew I could count on her. I had no idea my labor would end up so fast! Allison made it while I was pushing, she put her arms around me while I was in the birth pool which gave me a positive reassurance I needed. She is so loving and definitely helped keep me relaxed even after baby was born. No matter if this is your first or your sixth baby I highly recommend High Country Doulas.”
-Tamatha - mother of three
“Kaitlyn helped me so much during my birth. She was so supportive and kind. I am so grateful that she was able to help me. She was at the hospital within the hour and always answered my texts within a reasonable time.”
– Tatum M., First-time mom
"These ladies create such a genuinely loving atmosphere in all that they do. They are extremely supportive and caring. We spent time with several of the doulas in the practice. They were all patient, kind, and truly wanted to assist us however they could to make our experiences with them the best.
You are appreciated High Country Doulas!!
We all loved the care and time taken to educate and love our family while preparing our placenta encapsulation. Not to mention the attention given to us prior to our birth by you all! You are an exceptional group of women!”
– Ginger T, Women’s Fitness Instructor & Mom of two
"I worked with High Country Doulas after the birth of my baby. I can honestly say I would not have survived those subsequent weeks of motherhood physically and mentally without their help. They are simply incredible! Their availability and flexibility in schedule was extremely important to me. They were available at all hours...I wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone, and I know I would do it again if I were to do the baby thing all over again."
– Dr. Martina L. First-time mom
"I made a last-minute decision to hire a doula and my husband and I are so glad we did. Our doula helped me stay calm and was knowledgeable about techniques to manage the pain of contractions and to speed labor along. My husband was thankful that he could step out and take a break without feeling guilty because he knew I was in good hands with [our doula]. She also followed up with us several times during the postpartum period to make sure we were doing okay. We highly recommend High Country Doulas. If you're on the fence---go for it!"
– Ginna E, First-time mom
"High Country Doulas proved to be an excellent resource to turn to when approaching the many unknown situations we would encounter during our first pregnancy. The classes were very informative and conversational and their experience was clear and helpful from the initial meeting through postpartum. I am glad we made the decision to work with them and continue to be thankful for their help."
– Tim S, First-time dad
"I had a wonderful experience with High Country Doulas! I am so glad I had a doula by my side during labor. My labor experience did not go the way I’d hoped, and having someone there who could help us weigh our options and make informed decisions was crucial. She gave us helpful ideas for pain management and was so encouraging the whole time. After we were home from the hospital, she came to the house and helped me process the whole crazy experience. Her knowledge was invaluable.
The support I got pre- and post-delivery was wonderful. My doulas were always available to answer questions and guide me through the process. The childbirth education class with High Country Doula’s childbirth educators was very helpful in preparing my husband and me for labor, delivery, and basic newborn care. I am so glad I chose to work with High Country Doulas and highly recommend them!"
– Parker C, First-time mom
"From the first trimester through early postpartum, our doula team was a source of wisdom and compassion. When I experienced complications toward the end of my pregnancy, they talked me through my anxieties, guided me through what to expect at the hospital, and helped me be at peace with the new direction my birth was taking. Thanks to their practical and emotional support, I felt like an active participant in my care even before our labor doula met us on site, and I came away with only happy memories of my birth experience."
– Ariel S, First-time mom
"Every aspect of our doula experience was helpful, from prenatal classes to postpartum care!
We always knew that we would want the help of doulas when it came time to start our family, but we could never have dreamed how helpful they would be. From the moment we signed on they were in constant contact, checking on my pregnancy progress and preparation. There is no way that I would have made it through a natural labor and delivery without the help of our labor doula. She used a combination of massage, movement, essential oils, humor and more to make the experience as smooth and memorable as possible.
The postpartum doula met us when we got home from the hospital and immediately got to work making us comfortable. She worked with and empowered us for 8 amazing weeks before saying goodbye with a batch of homemade brownies!"
– Brittany S, First-time mom
"We are so grateful for High Country Doula's presence and support during and after our daughter's birth and know that we would not have had the birth that we desired without their help.
Our doula's peaceful and nurturing spirit was exactly what I needed to keep me calm and focused throughout labor, especially after a somewhat scary start.
I loved how hands-on she was during some of the most challenging and intense moments of labor and that she helped my husband to feel deeply connected to every aspect of the experience. We could not have asked for a more positive birth experience and know that much of this is because of High Country Doula's support to our family.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for helping us bring our daughter into the world!"
– Ashley P. Professor, ASU & First time mom
"I liked the professionalism of the staff. They came with name tags on for each shift. I enjoyed reading the report card they left explaining how the baby did, when he ate and what they accomplished at the end of their shift. That was a really nice touch. I appreciated their personalized attention and knowledge of every aspect of parenting, breastfeeding and child care. We worked the most with Allison and she was extremely thorough and resourceful! If there was something she didn't know she would research it.
The staff was extremely professional and flexible. I felt very comfortable and at ease to let her care for our newborn upon meeting her. She was extremely knowledgeable and resourceful on several topics and provided us with techniques to help care for our baby. The service is 5 stars!
The payment process was very simplistic. That was appreciated and easy to do. Don't have anything negative to say. We truly enjoyed the care provided!"
– Kelly V, First-time mother
