Real Stories From Families Who Felt the Difference
An Empowered Birth Experience I’ll Forever Be Grateful For
“I will forever be grateful for the help from my amazing doula Nellie Hensley-Ahrens.
Being able to birth how I wanted with the support from Nellie and my husband made this experience unforgettable. I think that all women should have access to doulas for their babies, because the knowledge and support you get from these women is truly life changing.”
-Sabrina S. Third-time mom, Mountain City, TN
Bethany B.
I was able to achieve a VBAC and I am so thankful for both Allison and Lis for being a part of my incredible birth experience!”
Bethany B. -Boone, NC
Feeling Safe, Supported, and At Ease Through a Long Labor
“I thought I would feel uneasy having someone I didn’t know very well in the room with us in such an emotional situation. However, I couldn’t have been more wrong. Chelsey made us feel at ease, laugh, and felt so cared for.”
Madison Idell - Greeneville TN
Full Spectrum Support
“We had a fantastic experience with the High Country Doulas, utilizing many of their services and working with all of their doulas: labor support, breastfeeding and postpartum classes, and daytime and overnight services. Without family in the area, we really benefitted from all of this help and knowledge in order to best care for our first child.”
Katie Montalbano — New parent
VBACs, Dads-to-be and Doulas….
"Don’t be like me, dads to be, I was skeptical about using a doula, but they don’t take your place, they help with ideas for comfort for your laboring wife and how you can help. Our doulas were so nice, and were accessible all the time."
Timothy Trimble - Moravian Falls Dad
Birth Center Birth
“Allison was exactly what I needed during and after labor. She arrived at the birth center and immediately got hands on to help with pain management (I had an unmedicated birth). She was looking out for my every need and allowed me to focus in on delivery and nothing else.”
—Brita T. - 1st time mom
Newton family
“Stacey was there for my birth. I honestly feel like if it wasn't for her advocating for me, i wouldn't have gotten the natural birth I wanted to have. It was really nice to have someone assist with labor. I think it also put my husband at ease knowing he had support as well. Allison was very knowledgeable and helped me when I was struggling with breastfeeding among countless other questions. Having the support whenever we needed it truly made a difference. I can't thank you both enough!”
—Stephanie B. — first-time mom
Support We Could Count On at Any Hour
“Having a doula was such an amazing experience. They were there for me throughout my pregnancy answering any questions or concerns that came up, no matter what time of day. They talked me and my husband through every stage and step of labor, helping us ease our worries.”
M.P. — 1st time parent
Tasha & Brandon
“I could recommend High Country Doulas for every aspect surrounding birth, labor and postpartum. Even if you just take classes, they are so helpful—informative and interactive. I gained knowledge to make more informed decisions and be able to have the birth experience I’ve always wanted.”
Tasha — 1st time parent
Sarah Welsh
“What I found most helpful was my doula’s ability to connect with me in a friendly, familiar, supportive, intimate way. I felt like I was being supported by a lifelong friend even though the hospital was our first meeting. I will always remember the love shown to me through massage, essential oils, unwavering attention and care, beautiful conversation. The eye contact and direction was especially meaningful when it was transition and pushing time.”
Sarah Welch — 2nd time parent
Christina & Bryson
“Chelsey was amazing! She kept everything very clean and prepared the placenta quickly! I also loved that she was also my labor doula so I was able to talk to her about the birth and take time to process while she was there.”
Christina & Bryson — 2nd time parents
Meredith & Brandon
“Chelsey and Rachel respected, supported, and thoroughly helped me prepare for my unmedicated, natural birth. Rachel was our birth doula and she encouraged me to follow my instincts with different positions and breath. Her and my husband never left my side during our 13-hour labor.
Chelsey spent time with me, one-on-one, to help with breastfeeding. We can’t wait for both Chelsey and Rachel to be there for our future babies!”
Meredith L. - Johnson City
Grace & Mark
“Chelsey and Allison were great from the first time we met. They gave me the confidence and knowledge to safely labor at home even as a first time mom.”
Grace - First time mom
Sara & Matt
“Our doula, Allison was most helpful during the birth as she aided in pain management. She also provided vital information and resources prior to and after the birth of our daughter.”
“Our doula was a saving grace during labor. She offered massage during contractions and suggested positional changes to help manage pain. I truly feel that I do not know how I would have managed without her. She was available prior to the birth to answer questions, especially as I navigated the last week of pregnancy and experienced Braxton-Hicks and intermittent contractions. She also provided invaluable information after the birth regarding breastfeeding, sleep schedules, baby comfort techniques, and postpartum emotions.”
- Sara, first time mom
Kara & Dan
“Having the doula there to provide tips and ensure a good first feed, and having an appointment the day after birth with lactation consultants established a good latch. Being given information on what is normal vs what is not , knowing that sore nipples don't last and engorgement becomes less frequent once milk supply regulates. This kept me from worrying or wanting to give up or try bottles”
-Kara - Wilkesboro mom
Brittany & Jeremy
“My doula, Hannah was absolutely amazing. Jeremy, my mom and I have said multiple times that things would have gone remarkably different if it weren’t for her. She was the calm and voice of truth in the midst of the battle going on inside me. Every part of me wanted to give up, my hopes for a birth center birth, but she consistently spoke truth. ‘You are doing great! You got this. Breathe.’
Just really, really grateful for her. I can’t recommend having a doula enough.”
Brittany A. - Boone
Tamatha and Scott
“My doula Allison is absolutely amazing! She is so warm and loving and I felt absolutely comfortable welcoming her to our home and for the birth of our son. Throughout my pregnancy I had continuous support from her, any question or concern I had I knew I could count on her. I had no idea my labor would end up so fast! Allison made it while I was pushing, she put her arms around me while I was in the birth pool which gave me a positive reassurance I needed. She is so loving and definitely helped keep me relaxed even after baby was born. No matter if this is your first or your sixth baby I highly recommend High Country Doulas.”
-Tamatha - third time mother
Always There When I Needed Support
“Kaitlyn helped me so much during my birth. She was so supportive and kind.”
– Tatum M., First-time mom