testimonials

October 2024

My newfound love for doulas!! This is Mary, she was our doula during Katie's birth and my postpartum doula and we have only great things to say about @mountainsoflovedoulas . During birth, Mary stayed with me for a long time not only offering me mental support but having me do different exercise stations to help move the baby down since Katie was very up in my belly even at 41 weeks and 2 days and my body was not dilating very well. For hours Mary helped me through contractions, made sure that Brandon knew what to do, and helped cover for him when he was tired and needed a break. She helped advocate for me and respected my change of plans at all times, she kept my morale up and really made a difference with spinning baby techniques after my epidural to help the baby descend the final inches, I only had to push for 15min and Katie was healthy, happy, crying and pooping hehe in my arms, the best moment of my life. My birth was amazing, I have only good memories from it even though there was, of course, a lot of physical pain involved, I never felt more like a woman, filled with feminine energy and don't let Daddy Brandon hear it but looking forward to the next one 😉. I am so glad to be able to say that I loved my labor and a huge part of it was because of Mary! After Katie was born, Mary also helped me increase my milk supply, which was there but I could not increase it. After 2 days of working with Mary, my production jumped and now I have a little stock in the freezer, such an amazing feeling to see that I can provide Katie with my own milk. Mary also helped us improve Katie's sleep routine which we are currently still working on. Katie is a fantastic eater, but she is working on long stretches of sleep. Mary has been a fundamental part of this process. Not only Mary but all doulas should be covered by insurance so that more women can give positive testimonies about their labor and postpartum journeys! So Grateful. Thank you, Mary Watson! ♥️

- Larissa C.

February 2024

I decided to hire Mary as my doula at 36 weeks pregnant. I had the BEST experience with Mary of Mountains of Love Doulas. I had never had a doula before. I have had two previous c-sections. I was so alone during those c-sections even with family around. Upon hiring Mary, everything changed and my experience with my third pregnancy and birth was ABSOULUTELY AMAZING. At the time I hired Mary, I was not feeling heard or seen by my doctor. My questions weren’t being answered. Mary recommended another midwife clinic at a different hospital, and I took her advice, and she helped me get an appt at 36 weeks. It was the best decision I ever made. Making this change gave me the answers and confidence that I had been searching for and had not received from my first provider. Mary went to my remaining doctor appts with me, listened to all my concerns, and helped me come up with my birth plan. Mary was by my side since day 1, during the surgery, and after delivery as well. If I ever have another baby, I will definitely hire her or any doula with Mountains of Love Doulas again. I had so many concerns and feelings of uncertainty and fear. Mary put the fire out of all of them! All of her tips and tricks, I tried and did them faithfully. I didn't have the type of birth I had hoped for but I had the answers as to why I couldn’t have a VBA2C. The support and answers from the new provider plus Mary’s support were all I really needed to feel confident and happy about my 3rd c-section. Mary was there with me and my partner through the entire c-section and she took some beautiful photos that we will always treasure.”

- Bree M.

April 2023

Mary was truly a blessing to work with. She is a very sweet lady who cares very much about the people she works with. She is truly passionate about the work she does and She takes pride in making sure that everything her clients need is taken care of and even goes above and beyond. In our experience she was very diligent, she communicated consistently, and she made us feel like part of her own family. Mary gave me a gentle push through labor to make sure I was walking through the right steps to progress even when I didn't feel like I could make it. She was very encouraging, and she never gave up on us. She even transferred to the hospital with us after being with me for 14 hours in the midwifery birth center. She also took some beautiful pictures throughout labor and delivery which are so special because we now have documentation of this special once-in-a-lifetime event. We cannot thank her enough for her kindness and devotion to helping make this a beautiful experience!" Miah and Aaron -(mom & Dad)

- Miah J.

January 2023

My dear friend Mary Margaret has started her career as a DONA International Doula, and there’s no one more fit for this role! I’ve been a Neonatal ICU nurse for over 7 years and in my opinion, Mary is a natural-born caregiver! She is a mother multiple times to term babies and a micro-preemie who she spent over 3 months in a Level IIII NICU with. Mary is loving, compassionate, and fiercely loyal. I know she’ll be a comfort, a champion, and a lifelong friend to all the mothers she’ll serve in the future! Please like and share this page, and if you or someone you know is interested in obtaining or learning more about her services then contact her through text message. 

- Kala P.

May 2022

I am so grateful to have had Mary by my side during the birth of my second child. After a traumatic birth experience with my first, I was working through lots of uncertainty and trauma along with dealing with high blood pressure and anxiety. Mary’s loving support, gentleness and advocacy helped me to overcome so much and ultimately have an informed and redemptive hospital birth experience. Her experience and ease as a mother of 4 boys is inspiring! I now consider her a friend and love her spirit.
Thank you, Mary!!

- Julia M.

August 2024

I had the pleasure of working with Mary during my 40-hour induction, c-section, and 46 hours of postpartum care period.  Mary's work ethic is unmatched, she is always on time, always available to answer questions, never says no to an ask, and takes feedback like a champ. She is a true caregiver and will run herself into the ground trying to take care of you. I could not have survived these two challenging weeks without Mary's help.

- Ekaterina H.

November 2020

Mary was such a great addition to our birth team. She was so compassionate and supportive not only as a doula but as a mother and friend as well! I did not know Mary before she became my doula but I know she will be a friend and great support person for the rest of my and my son's life.

- Candace D.