"I felt so completely supported and safe, and was able to labour and give birth knowing I was being cared for, that my husband was being cared for, and that there was nothing in the world I had to worry about. I was free to focus all my attention on my baby, and on the contractions, and my husband was free to focus on me. Giving birth was the most challenging thing I've ever done. I had moments of doubting my ability to do it, but [our doula] Tania was there at every step, reassuring me in the most gentle way. She was our rock ... she was the mothering presence that every labouring woman deserves." – Lorelei

"Thank you for being so good at what you do. Your presence, your voice, your words, were like a beacon to me throughout. I will be forever grateful that my son was born in a room filled with loving kindness. Thank you for helping us make such wonderful memories!" – Rina

"When I first called you a few months back I wasn't sure I could confidently plan a drug-free birth. Through the classes, coffee mornings, and most importantly your presence at all the most critical times during those 56 hours of labour, I found that confidence. This could never have happened without your wise advice, good humour, and soothing presence. I hope you know what a wonderful thing it is that you do – you make an astonishing difference in people's lives. Thank you a thousand times again. You will always be in my heart." – Zaya

"It was fantastic that you backed me up in hospital again and again. You listened to my needs so carefully whether I expressed myself verbally or with facial expressions and body language. I wish you could have been present at my other two births where my husband was a great help and support but did not have your knowledge and therefore could not create the feeling of birth being a normal, everyday even, with normal pain. More importantly, he did not have your experience of birthing, breastfeeding, and mothering and the ability to evoke the whole body emotions which helped me through the most painful times when I felt like giving up. You are a wonderful person." – Jane

"I felt more informed. Having a doula provided support for my partner that perhaps only a woman can give. It was moral support as well as information - warmth before, during and after the birth. I would definitely recommend a doula to another father." – Nick

"Thanks for all your support and the advice you have given us. We might not have done it without you. We love you!" – Nina & Henry

"Thanks for your support and help during my labour and delivery. Thanks to you I will keep a nice memory of my second birth. You are doing a wonderful job." – Katarina

"Thanks for all your help, encouragement and support. I really appreciate you being here for me in a time of uncertainty." – Kate

"When I first contacted ParentLink I had no idea what a difference your involvement in the birth of my child would make! Thank you, thank you, thank you for all your advice and support over these past months. At no point did I feel I wanted my doula to leave. On the contrary – I suspect she sometimes needed to take a break and I wouldn't let her! The birth and labour experience for us was a very positive one – and I think this is largely due to the fact that you went way beyond the call of duty for me (or it felt like that to me!)" – Ellie

"I would certainly want to have a doula again if we had another baby. It's so easy for fathers to assume that the normal hospital process is best and to largely stay out of it. Through having a doula I can honestly say that the whole experience was greatly enriched and is one of the most enjoyable periods of my life." – Lindsay

"She made herself available 100%. I felt I could ask/call her with any fear or anxiety. She answered all my daft questions and crazy moments in the last week and thereafter! She was strong, confident, and relaxed and that meant I could be the same. Communication with my doula was great. From the moment we met I felt a positive, effective rapport." – Sherry

"Thank you so much for sharing your time and knowledge so expertly and enabling me to view pregnancy and childbirth from a different angle" – Reena

"Thanks for guiding us to meet our new son. You made an extraordinary event come to us quite naturally and gave us memories to cherish the rest of our lives!" – Steve

"The most beneficial part of having a doula – support, support, support!" – Tracy

"If not for the doula I would not have been actively participating.... Without her I would feel very alone." – Eric

"Thanks for all your smiles, help and confidence. You made it all the more special and calm" Colin

"You were perfect - just as before, calm, strong and focussed, your energy and support was beautifully balanced. Thank you for everything, Tania, to help me have another birth at home with the confidence needed and everything to unfold without regret and only joy" – Sherri