"I don’t know if I can adequately describe how crucial Ariel was in our’s and our son’s life in those early months, and subsequently thereafter-but here goes. Ariel not only cared for our newborn as his post-partum doula, but our entire family during what can be an incredibly stressful and emotional period full of changes. As new parents, she provided us unwavering support and helped us build confidence, while caring for our son with what I can only describe as magic, lol. She would arrive during the “witching hour,” at which point we were often exhausted, and simply, frazzled. She would take over, quickly calming our son, and us with ease. Her reassurance and calm, confident demeanor guided all of us through this uncharted territory. Because of Ariel, we were able to get very necessary sleep, knowing our son was being cared for impeccably, and were much more equipped to be effective parents. Ariel also taught us invaluable information about newborns, sleep cycles, feeding/nursing, and infant development. We continue to consult with Ariel as our son grows. She has a wealth of not only knowledge and experience, but care and compassion for the children and families with whom she works. Ariel is truly the best in the game."
- Elizabeth Adams
"Ariel is absolutely amazing! She was with us for the first 3 months of our baby’s life, and it was truly amazing. I would highly recommend her to anyone considering a night nurse. She was so wonderful with our baby girl and was also such an incredible resource to us parents as we navigated the unknown. This was one of the best things we did for not only our baby but for ourselves. She helped us so much in those early months and we will absolutely be hiring her again when another baby joins us!"
-Monica & Peter Sengelmann
We used Ariel as a night Doula on a weekly basis with our newborn. We immediately felt at ease with her as she’s clearly a baby whisperer and so easy to get along with! She gave us some much needed reprieve at night and we are so grateful for her loving and helpful personality! I highly recommend Ariel to all of my new mama friends, she’s the best.
-Amber Hicks
Ariel has now taken care of both of my girls starting on our first nights home from the hospital. She is like family to us now. She was there for me emotionally during those ups and downs during pregnancy and postpartum. I always knew my daughters were in great hands during the night so I could get some rest. She would follow my requested schedules and update me each morning on how the night went. I am a huge supporter of postpartum help and highly recommend Ariel. She is prompt, on time (usually early), professional and caring. She has helped me with swaddle to sleep sack transitions, snoo to sleep sack, sleep training, daytime nap training, literally anything you can think of in the process from day 1 to 9 months she has been there for me. She will always have your back in a delivery situation, she is a great advocate to have on your side.
-Amanda Mahan
I decided after being 5 months pregnant with fraternal twin boys that I was going to need support. At the time, Ariel the doula, was working alongside the OB/GYN when she agreed to provide doula support services. She was in attendance at my weekly appointments due to my pregnancy being high risk. That was so comforting and helpful because that allowed for me, Ariel being the doula and doctor to stay on one accord throughout the rest of pregnancy and birth. We also throughout discussed the birthing plan and made changes along the way up until birth of the twins. Labor and delivery day finally arrived and once again, Ariel met me at the hospital and provided support during the labor process. Ariel also provided photography services and took pictures during labor delivery to capture those precious moments of the twins being born. Ariel stayed in the hospital until it was no longer allowed as I was preparing to be released. Ariel reassured that me and the twins made it home safely from birth. Two weeks later postpartum, I did experience complications to where I had to be submitted to the hospital for one day. With Ariel's ongoing support during the postpartum phase, she reassured me during that hospital day stay as well as looked after the twins while being in the hospital. To this very day, I am still blessed and with much gratitude that my first experience ever with a Doula was with Ariel. Her reassurance made me feel safe and comfortable throughout the entire process. She also still keeps in touch with me and the twins as well. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for doula services!
-Bianca Williams
Ariel helped us as our night nanny after both of our kids were born. I can’t begin to say enough wonderful things about how much she helped us during our early post partum period.
From the first time that we met Ariel, we could tell just how loving that she was. We felt that she was there to really help my wife recover after two difficult pregnancies and C- sections.
She would come into our home with so much love and wamth and confidence that we never once doubted that our babies were in the best hands.
She always understood exactly what we needed when she would come over…. Whether that be to chat for a few minutes, laugh a little or for her to take over immediately and send us to bed.
Ariel’s help made us better parents. Getting really good sleep a few nights a week changed the entire newborn experience for us and allowed us to love each other and our babies so much more.
It felt like she became a part of our family but even more than that we never wanted her to leave.
We have referred her to many of our friends and I could not give a higher recommendation for Ariel. I would be happy to discuss with anyone looking for doula or night nanny help.
-Michael & Mary
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