Dayton Doulas LLC

"Called three times, left a voicemail and haven’t heard from Tara. Called during office hours and it’s always busy. Very disappointing."

"When we found out we were pregnant, one of the first things I wanted to look into was getting a doula. I heard from a few people it is a MUST and "you won't regret it". I then ask these same people what a doula does. Each was about the same, but actually seemed hard to describe for them. They are there for you, emotionally and physically. Okay, so what does that entail? From our experience, it's a little bit of everything, and so many things you don't think about. Whether it was keeping track of contractions, or helping me through a contraction while my husband had to talk to family, or comforting me when things don't go exactly as planned. Tara was the reminder, a reinforcer to help me through labor. When we had to get transferred to labor and delivery, every fear could have run through my head but she was there to remind me to "just breath, that's what your baby needs from you". Sounds funny, but during birth (especially as a first time mom) you need these words. Even for my husband, who was there for me the whole way, it gave him the confidence to be there even more for me. He could relax and not worry "what should I say? What should I do?" It was almost guided. At times we just did our own thing, and Tara let us. Other times she made suggestions if she had an idea how to cope with contractions. She even grabbed a few photos via iPhone that I will cherish forever. In more ways than one, Tara was there for me and my husband on our journey. It was the best experience I could have ever hoped for. I WILL do it again, and I will recommend Dayton Doulas to any expectant mother. Thank you Tara for everything!!"

"Jen was such an amazing doula. She was always available to talk or text when I had a question. She was supportive and non judgemental. She held a hot compress on my back so my husband was able to hold my hand during contractions. It made a world of difference! She helped get all the things I wanted in place and was able to give my husband a break so he could finally eat. I would recommend her and Dayton Doulas to anyone looking for a doula."

"Very professional but homey experience working with Dayton Doulas. We are so thankful for Jen... My husband says he would panicked without her, that her supoort brought peace and assurance throughout the powerful experience of our baby boy's birth. We will be calling again;)"

"Dayton Doulas served me during my pregnancy. My doula, Tara, was there for me when I had questions or concerns, or simply needed reassurance and a sounding board. I never felt alone. She helped me construct a great birth plan and made sure I had a copy when I went to the hospital. One of the things I appreciate the most was that she called the birth center without my prompting when I told her I was in labor. She called to let the center know I was on my way and to prepare a room, which was amazing as we then found out the birthing center was full! Tara kept me calm and helped work things out, and I ended up getting a room. I'm not sure that would have happened without her. She was there to reassure me through my labor. Tara was my voice during the entire process (along with my amazing husband) and would relay messages to the staff and she also made sure the staff did not bother me if I didn't need medical attention. She helped me change positions when needed and gave me ideas for natural pain relief, then helped hold my leg during pushing. I would highly recommend Dayton Doulas as a professional, diligent, and positive birth partner. I would use them again and again!"