Your birth stories

“I’m grateful to have had Sarina be a part of my care team through pregnancy and birth as she apprenticed under my midwife. She has a warm glow about her that instantly makes you feel comfortable and cared for. Any time I voiced a concern or spoke about my current experience, I felt safe and seen in the way Sarina intently listened and held space. It was a joy to have her in the room for all of my prenatal care and when I brought my daughter into this world. She has a grounding presence that is so, so comforting and needed during this tender time of becoming a mother.”

Brittany

September 2024

“I cannot express enough how grateful I am to have had Sarina as our birth doula. From the very first meeting, it was clear that she was not only knowledgeable but also genuinely passionate about supporting families during such a significant time. Leading up to the birth, Sarina met with my family and connected to all of us, including my 3 children. Her and I instantly bonded over the simple things in life that bring us joy such as farm fresh food and fellowship.

When labor began, Sarina was there every step of the way. Her calming presence and intuitiveness was just what I needed. She offered the perfect balance of physical touch and words of encouragement but also allowed me to have space and quiet moments when I needed them too --and she did this all so well!

After our baby arrived, Sarina made me feel so loved and cared for, bringing me a huge plate of fresh food. She helped with laundry and clean up and she tended to all my needs- physically and emotionally. She provided excellent follow up after birth, even coming to visit our new son.

Overall, hiring Sarina was one of the best decisions we made for our birthing experience. I highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a doula! Sarina is a gem - authentic and so easy to love.”

Whitney

September 2024

“I had the pleasure of meeting Sarina at a friend's home birth, and her energy immediately stood out—she had this calming, positive presence that made the whole environment feel serene and supportive. From the start, Sarina's approach was incredibly professional, but also deeply compassionate. She took the time to get to know me, my birth preferences, my partner and my concerns, which made me feel completely supported. Throughout my labor, she was a steady source of reassurance, helping me navigate the ups and downs with a calm demeanor. She used soothing words and physical comfort measures to help manage pain, and was always proactive in suggesting positions and techniques to keep things moving forward. Unfortunately, after hours of labor, my birth plan shifted, and I ended up needing a c-section. Although it wasn’t the outcome I had hoped for, Sarina’s presence was invaluable in making the transition as calm and empowering as possible. She stayed with me through the surgery preparation, holding space for me emotionally and making sure my partner was supported as well. Her ability to keep the atmosphere relaxed and focused helped me feel more at ease with the unexpected change in plans. Even after the birth, Sarina checked in with me, offering post-partum support and resources, and always made sure I felt heard and cared for. Her warmth, kindness, and knowledge are truly unmatched. I’m so grateful for her support during such an important time in my life, and I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a doula. Whether it's a home birth, hospital birth, or unexpected c-section, Sarina is the kind of doula who will be a steady, comforting presence throughout the entire journey.”

Cristina

July 2024

“Sarina is exactly the type of person you want with you through pregnancy and birth. She is confident and knowledgeable, yet gentle and intuitive. During our prenatal meetings, she was extremely attentive and offered informed solutions to any thought or concern I had. Her go-with-the-flow, non-judgmental nature makes her a welcome presence for the intimate journey that is labor and delivery. And to top it off, she made labor, dare I say, fun! Sarina is just simply a wonderful doula and human being.”

Erika

May 2024

“Sarina came into our lives during a very difficult period. After the unexpected passing of my husband I found myself facing the prospect of a birth without my partner. This was my third pregnancy and a planned induction at a hospital. Sarina made what was a wonderful and bittersweet moment easier overall for our family.

I had hired a doula during my first pregnancy, when I wanted a natural birth at a birth center. However, as birth can’t be predicted, I ended up being risked out and had a hospital birth. My doula back then was obviously uncomfortable with this change of plans and didn’t add much to the experience. With Sarina, the experience was completely different. She was so supportive of my choices, kind, and willing to help. I actually understand now what they mean when they say that a doula can help be an advocate for you in your birth. You can tell she is comfortable in a wide range of birthing situations, and I never felt like she had any preconceived notions or judgments about my choices.

Looking back I can see how scattered I felt prior to the birth. During our pre birth meetings Sarina helped me articulate what would be things that I would find comforting and what would be medically relevant. For the birth she brought items to make the room more inviting- which is something I had never thought about and recall fondly. She was eager to help and at ease speaking with the nurses.

When it came time for labor Sarina made sure that a mirror was brought in (one of my requests based on previous births) and held my hand while coaching me through the entire process. She then made sure that the doctor delayed clamping the umbilical cord and prioritized skin to skin contact. All things I wasn’t in the frame of mind to handle myself. On top of that, she even managed to take some photos! The delivering doctor offered to let her cut the umbilical cord, and I love thinking that someone who was there and truly cared was able to participate in welcoming my little one into the world.

I would highly recommend Sarina as a doula to anyone seeking someone informed, educated, and able to handle a variety of situations. You can tell she is passionate about helping people have an empowered birth experience. She is someone who will truly care about you and your family, which, in my opinion, is the highest form of referral there is.

And to you, Sarina - thank you for being there when I didn’t even realize I needed it.“

March 2024

“I am a lucky one who got to be one of Sarina’s first births here in Charlotte, NC. From the moment I met her and all through my prenatal care, she was full of love, patience and gentleness. During the birth of our daughter, Sarina showed up and was all of those things through my labor that lasted all night. I especially loved her ability to come in & out of the space reading me and trying to meet my needs without prompting including a post birth meal that she so beautifully made for me. Sarina is a true healer simply by sharing her genuine self with me. It is a pleasure to know her and have had her energy with me on my journey. I hope I too helped her somehow someway! Thank you beautiful babe.”

Claudia

March 2024

“My experience with Sarina started later in my pregnancy around the 33rd week. Upon meeting her I felt a warm, relaxed yet energetic spirit about Sarina . I was comfortable to talk about my feelings, and voice how worried I was for my postpartum experience. She fit right into my birth plan and team like she was always meant to be there. Sarina came over twice prenatally to chat birth, and work through a few different Birthing From Within techniques that I had never experienced before, they were all beneficial and helped me unlock a tool to use during labor. During active labor Sarina was quick in responding to my updates, I felt confident she would be at my side when I needed her. When I did feel the need for support she arrived in a timely manner. Sarina listened, and followed all of my quickly changing requests for comfort measures so graciously. After birth she was very attentive but gave me and my family adequate space for bonding. Some of the ways Sarina sticks out among some of the other Doulas I’ve used is her knowledge, passion, and over all willingness to mold herself to what I needed and what birth preferences I like. She remembered so many of the things we discussed prior. Every visit I’ve had with Sarina both prenatally and postpartum she meets me with her kind, bright, and overall genuinely helpful personality which she matched with sweet and thoughtful offerings of fresh cut daffodils, homemade lactation cookies, and some of the yummiest berry tea I’ve ever had! I would happily recommend Sarina to another birthing Mother, or use her in a subsequent pregnancy. She’s beautiful inside and out! Lastly I have to give bonus points for bringing bubbles for my older kiddos to play with during a postpartum visit, that was brilliant. “

Warmly, K

March 2024

“Sarina was always simply joyous every time we met her from pregnancy, birth, and then postpartum. What stood out to me from the start was her ability to connect with my 3 year old. I needed to talk a lot through everything I was experiencing in this pregnancy just to feel reassured and Sarina has probably listened to me for hours! She went out of her way to make me feel comfortable and supported. Definitely the type of person who is naturally calm, attentive and easy to trust. During the birth of our second daughter, Elena, Sarina was the first face I saw there (VERY fast birth!) Afterwards she hand fed me, brought everything I needed and encouraged me while I recovered in bed. Sarina also supported my husband in setting up for the birth as well as cleaning up afterwards like an angel. Of course she came to check on me postpartum too; simply so much emotional support! Just a completely sweet, professional and authentic woman who was made for birth work! Sarina, thank you! You are so special. Our family will never forget the role you played in bringing our second born earth side and we are eternally grateful.”

Love, The Clay Family: Cami, Nick, Ella and Elena

March 2024

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