Testimonials
"A few days before Livia's due date Kimber comes up to me and tells me she is going to get a doula. My first reaction is ok what does it cost to do that? She proceeded to tell me about the price and I am skeptical because it does not sound cheap and I have NO IDEA what a doula is or does. Kimber attempted to explain it to me but that only ended in me feeling as if my job or role as a husband was being replaced. So I prayed. I came to the conclusion that if it made her more comfortable then she deserved it. Little did I know that this doula lady was going to be a Godsend. I then met our doula for a consultation. Ashley Motzenbecker is her name. She had such a kind loving heart for people. She not only kept Kimber comfortable with information and exercises but she informed me and involved me as well. To all out there that are going through pregnancy or plan to: GET A DOULA :)
Shawn Lesny
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"She was an invaluable help to me and my husband during this time! I would like to recommend her on the basis of her knowledge and sincere enthusiasm! She is a gentle spirit who will work tirelessly to meet the needs of whomever she is helping. And that is how she views her path. Not as just a job, but a calling to help others!"
Virginia Mills
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"My husband and I decided to hire Ashley as our doula because I wanted to have a natural delivery for our second child. Our first delivery was very hard on my body afterwards. I found Ashley and we went to meet with her. My husband did not understand what her job was at first. I know many people are not familiar with what exactly a doula does. Ashley was a life saver. She not only came to the hospital but spent many hours with us at our home during a false alarm and the real deal. She was wonderful at comforting and making the pain managable. My husband stated it was the best money he had ever spent. He also said that we couldn't have done the natural delivery without her. She also took the time after the delivery to take pictures for us. In my opinion, she went above the call of duty. We would highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a great birth experience."
Jennifer and Stephen Adamson
"My husband and I wanted a natural childbirth experience. We hired Ashley to help us have that at the hospital as much as possible. I ran into issues at the end of my pregnancy. My OB induced labor. Ashley was a great help with questions as much because she gave me additional questions I did not know to ask. My issues meant I did not get the natural childbirth we wanted. However, Ashley made sure we had the best scenario possible under the circumstances. My husband has said many times since our daughter was born that he could not have even stayed with me, let alone help me if Ashley had not been there. She made sure the situation was as close to what we wanted as could be. My husband says that if we were ever to have another child he would only be there for the delivery if Ashley was too. He also says it was hands down the best money he ever spent."
Amanda Mason
"I didn't even know what a doula was until my third trimester. My husband and I were starting to realize the birth that we imagined would probably not be possible without someone on our side who had the knowledge to be able to help us.
I'd been doing research on the web trying to find a midwife but 'doula' and 'Ashley Motzenbecker' kept showing up for my area. Once I found out what a doula was I called and set up an appointment. Meeting Ashley was one of the best things that I could have done for my family. She had such a confidence about herself, helping women achieve the birth that they want may have something to do with that. My husband and I were very impressed with her immediately. Once I went into labor we found out just how invaluable her services were, she gave us a sense of peace about our labor, a sense that all was well. When we got to the hospital things could have gone very wrong for us as I was in active labor and feeling the urge to push. Ashley made sure that everyone was aware of my birth plan so that it could be adhered to as closely as possible. When we were in Triage, things had started to unravel but I was able to focus and allow Ashley to be my voice, she knew what I was comfortable with and what I wasn't...because of her my only job was to focus on my labor. We ended up having the most amazing birth. The only thing I would have changed about my experience is to have had Ashley as my doula through my whole pregnancy. Thank you Ashley!" Shannon Cardoza
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"Ashley was great! I hired her for the birth of my first child since I was very anxious about the labor process. I went into my labor prepared to take pain meds because I didn't think I could do it without them. Ashley was very supportive and gave me the strength to get through the labor drug-free! I'm still amazed I was able to do it, but it never would have been possible without her! She made sure I was informed about every procedure and empowered me in what would have otherwise been an extremely vulnerable time. She has also since been a source of information and guidance in breastfeeding and just being a new mom! I would hire her all over again. She was worth every penny!"
Rachel Long
"I am very pleased to have had Ashley with my husband and I during the birth of our second son! She truly made a difference during my labor to help coach my husband provide pain control with techniques she has in her "toolbox". Did a wonderful job with this on-the-fly none the less since we were unable to have our prenatal appointment with her due to my husband's schedule (and the baby arriving a little early). She was always very positive, calm and easy to be around (Especially considering we pulled an all-nighter). I would definitely recommend Ashley to a friend."
Andrea Van Meter
"Ashley was wonderful! We really wanted a natural birth which is why we looked into working with a doula. Prior to the labor she was able to provide a lot of information about the facility and what we could expect. It ended up being a wonderful experience, I somehow made it without drugs but am pretty sure that would not be so had we now had Ashley there! I have nothing but great things to say!"
Mia Hickman