“I can’t possibly picture the birth of my daughter without Julie. After a difficult first trimester, Julie gave me the gift I was longing for: a relationship that allowed me to shift into a grounded, joyful, magical experience of my pregnancy.

As someone who was having my first child on my own at 41 – after a multitude of intense caregiving experiences – most of the narratives I encountered about the transition to motherhood didn’t feel like they fit me. Julie helped me create my own. She had such a gift for reflecting back the feelings and questions I shared with her in a way that was both deeply affirming, and also amplified my awareness of the beauty in my own experiences. Forming a relationship to the act of giving birth as you approach it is so individual and universal at the same time. In her support of birthing people, Julie makes an art out of inhabiting both of those dimensions at once. In my third trimester, my life threw a farcical number of curveballs at me. Julie was with me every step of the way, supporting me both practically and emotionally. Her knowledge about pregnancy, birth, and postpartum runs deep; she offered herself as an essential sounding board and resource-connector, always centering my autonomy as I weighed my options.

By the time we arrived at my labor, I felt so deeply seen and known by her. Her collaboration with my incredible midwife, Gina Eichenbaum-Pikser, was so organic, and her stamina was unbelievable! When you go into labor, you really do enter another dimension, and Julie knows how to go there with you. She IS light. I can’t recommend her enough.”

-Gia

“Working with Julie was hands-down one of the best decisions we made during pregnancy and birth. From day one, she was a total wealth of knowledge—patiently answering our endless questions, giving us book recs, connecting us with trusted professionals like an acupuncturist and pelvic floor therapist, and just generally making herself available whenever we needed guidance, even postpartum.
What stood out most was her balance. Julie always had a clear, evidence-based perspective on what was advisable, but she never lost sight of what was realistic for us in the moment. She never once made us feel judged or pushed toward a particular path—just supported, informed, and empowered to make the choices that felt right for our family.
She was prepared and professional (showing up with thoughtful discussion topics and even slides to walk us through key decisions), but also warm, calming, and caring in a way that made us feel like her top priority. She helped us figure out how to advocate for ourselves in the hospital, gave us the confidence to communicate clearly with nurses and doctors, and equipped us with the mindset and tools we needed for labor and beyond.
We honestly can’t imagine having gone through this without her. Julie gave us confidence, clarity, and peace of mind—and we’ll always be grateful for the role she played in bringing our baby into the world.”

-Camille

“I cannot recommend Julie enough. She came to our hospital straight after supporting another birth and still gave me her full presence, patience, and energy—spending an entire day plus, by my side in the hospital. From the very start, she guided me through early laboring as my labor stalled, she made sure I always was informed and empowered in every decision I was presented by the medical staff to get things moving again, while coaching me through the most natural options. When active labor began and everything progressed quickly, Julie became my anchor. She protected my space, advocated for my wishes, and translated my needs to the PA and OB when my voice was just a one-worded whisper. Thanks to her calm and steady support, I was able to avoid unnecessary interventions and have the 3rd natural birth I had hoped for—without Pitocin, without an epidural, and without tearing.

What stood out most was how Julie quietly orchestrated moments, supported both my husband and I, and always respected my wishes. Even through her own exhaustion, she remained grounded and nurturing. Julie was truly a guardian, a coach, and a compassionate presence throughout one of the most important days of my life. I am deeply grateful for her and would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a doula who will stand by you with wisdom, strength, and unwavering care.”

-Ahalia

“Having Julie as our Doula was one of the best decisions we made for the birth of our daughter! I immediately connected with Julie’s peaceful, uplifting, reassuring energy from the moment we met. I was looking for a Doula that had a holistic, grounded, educated/experienced, non-judgemental perspective to balance the ‘western’ medicine model (since I was giving birth in a US hospital), which Julie provided in spades. Julie was respectful and attentive to all of mine + my husbands’ needs throughout the whole prenatal, birth and postpartum process, asking thoughtful questions to help guide our decisionmaking and preparation. Her positive energy and intuitive approach provided me with a lot of reassurance and confidence about the birth process, and I knew that I was entering this experience with a true advocate. I truly believe that working with Julie was the difference that made my birth experience peaceful and positive. We can’t speak more highly of the amazing Julie and cannot recommend her enough - what a privilege it was to meet her and have her be part of this journey!”

-Emily, Sean, and Baby Mackenzie

“I cannot say enough good things about Julie. From the beginning we chose her to be our birth doula because she had such a compassionate and peaceful energy from our very first meeting. I could tell from all of our conversations and our prenatal sessions that she genuinely cares about the work and her clients. She was extremely respectful + attentive to my and my partner's needs throughout the whole process. Her support was absolutely what I needed during both my labor at home and at the birth center where our son was delivered. I had an incredibly positive natural birth experience and I am so grateful for Julie's support; she was so key in keeping me grounded during this incredible process. JULIE IS FREAKING AMAZING!!! <333”

-S.W.

“We instantly connected with Julie during our first meeting. She has such an amazing calm disposition and is thoroughly knowledgeable about so many aspects of the birthing processes as well as post partum needs. She was amazingly flexible when I went into the hospital 2 weeks before my due date and was told I would be getting a C section instead of vaginal birth as we had prepped for. She was so supportive at the hospital and after as this was a sudden change to our plans. Julie offered her extended services as a postpartum doula. I’m so happy to have had her post natal knowledge and connections to lactation consultants. She was such a support system in that delicate time transitioning from pregnancy to motherhood. As an older mom but still a first time mom, I was afraid of looking stupid and despite any age difference I felt at ease with her in my home. Julie is kind, caring, always professional and had a wealth of knowledge she brings to her practice. I feel i made a friend through our working relationship. I would definitely hire her again if we were having another child. I highly recommend her services.”

-Shawn

“Julie has been a treasure to work with. As a solo, queer parent I was searching for postpartum support from someone community oriented, non-judgemental, trustworthy and warm. As well as a person familiar with other approaches to postpartum support, beyond the western medical framework. Julie inhabits all these qualities, but goes well beyond them. They were up for support in any way I needed it -- dishes, laundry, talking and processing, prepping food, caring for the baby, massage. They showed an incredible amount of sensitivity and were encouraging through all the transitions I was going through and were wonderful at making suggestions to assist my recovery. I always felt seen, cared for and supported by them, and at ease leaving my baby in their care. My only regret is that I didn't have them as my birth doula!”

-Ariel

“My name is Margaux, and I’m French, living in Brooklyn with my husband, who is also French. We welcomed our first baby, Hector, last August, and Julie was our postpartum doula for several months, mainly in the afternoons, twice a week. As a first-time parent, having Julie by my side was invaluable. She provided incredible support, both emotionally and practically. One of the things I appreciated most was that she spoke my native language—when you’re navigating such a life-changing experience, being able to express yourself fully is a huge relief. Julie was kind, patient, and always made me feel understood. She reassured me when I felt overwhelmed and reminded me that everything Hector was doing was completely normal. She encouraged me to trust myself rather than compare my journey to unrealistic portrayals of motherhood on social media. When she finished her time with us, she even left me a heartfelt letter, reminding me that there’s no formal training for parenthood—something that initially confused me but ultimately became one of the most comforting lessons she taught me.

Beyond emotional support, Julie was also an amazing cook, preparing nourishing meals that truly helped my recovery after my C-section. She was incredibly reliable, transparent about her schedule, and flexible when needed. And with Hector, she was simply wonderful—so calm and caring that I felt completely at ease leaving him with her while I took much-needed time for myself. I wholeheartedly recommend Julie’s doula services, especially for first-time parents.”

-Margaux

“I'm so grateful to have had Julie's incredible support through the many stages of this big life change. She has an attentive, warm, thoughtful, grounded and nurturing presence. Her knowledge and resources have been so useful during pregnancy and postpartum -- I keep returning to one lactation resource she shared over and over again. From teaching us the ins and outs of infant care and lactation, to debriefing the wild ride of the birth and hospital experiences, to providing soothing massages during the early postpartum weeks, Julie was always a calm and reassuring presence. It was a great feeling when she cared for our baby one afternoon so that my partner and I could go on a walk and have some rare couple time together in the early days. Initially, I was drawn to Julie because of her commitment to justice and community care, and I'm especially appreciative for how she really took the time to get to know us and offered guidance and clarity in ways that allowed us to make choices in line with our values. I really can't recommend her enough!!”

-Hannah

“Julie joined our birth plan very late in the pregnancy--the doula we had hired and worked with for months got covid a few weeks before my due date, and then our doctor decided we needed an early induction, which meant our doula couldn't be there during labor. Our doula put us in touch with Julie about 4 days before my induction.

Julie absolutely exceeded expectation. We talked on the phone to get to know each other a little bit, and then texted leading up to and during the early stages of the induction. When Julie arrived at the hospital, she brought a calm and confidence that put me and my husband at ease immediately. Throughout labor she offered advice, asked questions, and made sure I advocated for myself, without any judgment around my decisions. She also left space for my husband and I to have our own moments together. It takes a special person to be able to so adeptly and comfortably insert themselves last minute into such an intimate situation. When our daughter was born, Julie stayed with me in the labor and delivery room while my husband followed our daughter to the NICU for some minor complications, and in retrospect, it was wonderful to have someone I felt safe with stay with me during the immediate post-delivery haze while my husband was gone. Julie then came with us to the recovery room, made sure we were comfortable, helped me with my first hand-expression, and answered any residual questions we had at that time.

Julie made us feel so secure and safe and comfortable in a very vulnerable and intense time, and we consider ourselves extremely fortunate to have had her be part of our birth story. While we have primarily talked with our original doula during the postpartum phase, Julie has checked in periodically to see how we're all doing, which highlights her genuine compassion and connection she feels with her clients. I would absolutely hire Julie in the future and recommend her to other expecting parents. 

-Liza

“Working with Julie during my son’s birth was one of the best decisions I made. From the very beginning, her warmth, professionalism, and calm demeanor made me feel supported and empowered. I only wish I had found her sooner and not during my last trimester. Even though my birth didn’t go exactly as I had hoped, Julie was an incredible source of strength and adaptability. She quickly adjusted to the changes in my birth "wishes", helping me navigate decisions with confidence and ensuring that I asked the right questions with the doctor. Julie’s unwavering support, whether it was through her comforting words, her knowledge, or simply being present, made all the difference in a moment that could have felt overwhelming. I am so grateful for her guidance and care—it gave me peace of mind and allowed me to focus on welcoming my son into the world. I couldn’t recommend her enough to any expectant parent looking for someone who truly cares and goes above and beyond. Thank you, Julie, for everything! 

- A & A

“We are super grateful for the support Julie provided during the birth of our child. Her exceptional communication skills stood out from the very beginning. Even before our screening interview, her website gave us a clear understanding of how she operated and what she offered (we found her through a doula matching site, but then went to her website for more info). During the interview, Julie was warm, approachable, and incredibly informative about her role as a doula. Throughout the prenatal meetings, she was in tune with what Mia needed and remained transparent and consistent in her communication, always keeping us informed about her availability and any back-up plans (which we thankfully didn’t need!). On the day of delivery, Julie was absolutely phenomenal. She met us at our home right when things started to rock and roll. She traveled with us to the hospital and stayed by our side the entire time, offering constant support and reassurance. Julie worked hard to transform our hospital room into a comfortable and inviting space, which made things a lot calmer. As labor progressed, her expertise and encouragement were invaluable; she was right there on the front lines, guiding us every step of the way and providing hands-on support when it was finally time to push. Her presence and professionalism made all the difference! We can't recommend Julie enough. She was everything we were looking for in a doula and more. I’m writing this with baby Ambrose right beside me and if he could talk, he’d say thank you too! Thank you, Julie!”

-Mia, Matt, and Ambrose

I consider myself so blessed to have Julie as my doula!! The minute I met Julie, I instantly connected with her energy. I knew right away that she will make my birthing experience a wonderful experience which became absolutely true. Her calm positive and empathetic aura has been the cornerstone of my quick unique birthing story! Having her beside me and her soothing voice helped me tremendously in navigating my unmedicated birth. Additionally, she reported my labor progress to my family abroad in India which was so nice and went above and beyond to work with me on her fees so that I can afford her. She was my true strength during and after birth. She is doing such amazing work to help the community of mama’s bring life into our world!! Stay blessed sister! 

-Reama

“We had the most incredible privilege of having Julie as our doula for our entire birth experience - inclusive of meeting and preparing before birth, during birth, and postpartum visits. We could not be more grateful for their presence. From the very beginning, they demonstrated their extensive knowledge and experience and provided us with invaluable information instantly putting us at ease. Their demeanor was wonderfully reassuring (especially during labor and delivery) and demonstrated how fantastic of a listener they are - always attentive to our needs and concerns, no detail was missed.

Throughout every step of the hospital process, Julie was there to advocate for us, ensuring that our preferences were respected and understood. Their support made the delivery environment a much more comfortable place, especially considering our general dislike of hospitals. They even brought in flameless candles, soft lighting and mantra cards to make the room as cozy as possible, which meant the world to me. With the frequent rotation of hospital staff, having Julie by our side was incredibly calming and provided ease of continuity that we desperately needed. They were the best partner for my husband and not only supported me but him as well which really helped me solely focus on myself and a healthy delivery.

Beyond the birth itself, her postpartum care was essential for my recovery. Julie took the time to check in with us as family post birth, and focused on self-care for me including making us postpartum snacks, drawing herbal sitz baths and providing wonderful massage and belly binding. Julie truly felt like a part of our family by the end of the journey and we can’t imagine going through it without them. Their dedication and compassion made all the difference and we could not recommend them more for anyone expecting a little one on the way.”

-Courtney

“I cannot recommend Julie enough as a doula. Her thoughtful and supportive presence during my postpartum journey was invaluable. Julie’s extensive knowledge about babies and newborns, combined with her calming demeanor, made me feel confident and assured as I navigated the transformation of becoming a first-time parent. She felt like a lifeline during those challenging first few weeks and months, providing unwavering support and guidance. Julie was also incredibly supportive during my prenatal period, helping me prepare both mentally and physically for the arrival of my baby. She truly made a difference in our lives.”

— Sabrina

“Julie was an absolute blessing during the first six months of our baby's life. Her unwavering support, care, and expertise made a world of difference for our family. From the very beginning, Julie provided both night and day support, ensuring that we felt confident and well-rested during those crucial early months. One of Julie's greatest strengths is her attentiveness and genuine care for our baby. She not only helped with feeding, changing, and soothing our little one but also took the time to understand their unique needs and preferences. Her gentle approach and nurturing demeanor created a loving and safe environment for our baby to thrive. In addition to her hands-on support, Julie went above and beyond by offering third-party resources for breastfeeding support and group sessions. She connected us with valuable resources and provided us with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate the early stages of parenthood with confidence.

What truly sets Julie apart is her dedication and commitment to our family. She didn't just fulfill her role as a doula; she became a cherished member of our family. Her warmth, compassion, and genuine care made all the difference in our parenting journey. We are forever grateful to Julie for her invaluable support during those precious first months. Without her, we wouldn't have thrived as a family the way we did.”

— Addie

"Julie came to help our family in the postpartum period and was an absolute blessing as we started to emerge from our cocoon as a family! I did not expect for it to be so challenging to leave my baby in the care of someone else initially and Julie supported me as I began to transition away from baby for brief periods for some self-care activities (appointments, acupuncture, yoga, time with friends, etc.).  With Julie’s nurturing and professional energy and fantastic communication skills, I felt supported to take care of myself so I could show up as the best version of myself for my baby. I could see how much my baby loved spending time with Julie too, which warmed my heart and made me feel even better about spending some time away. I truly do not know what we would have done without Julie.  Julie was indispensable to our family!”

— Maile