“For the birth of our second daughter, we knew we could use the extra help and support for our home birth. When I heard Britana was studying to be a doula, I did not hesitate to reach out immediately. And boy, was that the best decision I could have made! Britana showed up full of energy, love and gentle support. She was exactly the calming and supportive presence we were wishing for during labor! She is incredibly thoughtful and does not miss any details to make labor as easy as possible.”
— Samantha G.
“Britana was absolutely wonderful. She was super attentive to mama’s needs. It was so comforting knowing my wife was in such caring hands.”
— Vince G.
“Where to begin about Britana Uppinghouse and why to choose her as your doula? I am her younger sister, so you may be thinking this review could be skewed or biased. However, I am a realist and due to our history growing up, I can look at the relationship with her as a doula without rose-colored glasses and speak it how it is.
For my first birth, I was fortunate to have all the family members I love there. I believe every woman’s hope is to have their Mom at their own “delivery” to support them. But I was lucky enough to have Britana as well. She naturally stepped in to assist me and my mom. She checked in on us and my husband’s needs, took meaningful and respectful photos (I am very modest and do not like photos that expose everything), maintained phone battery levels, water levels, room cleanliness and nurse satisfaction - all without being asked to do so.
For my second birth, I asked Britana to be the main support role since my mom wouldn’t be able to be there this time. From the moment I asked her, she embraced the role. She planned and packed my entire birthing go-bag, including things I would have never thought to put in on my own. She even made homemade postpartum soothing pads. The birth itself happened so fast that Britana hardly made it in time, but when she did, the doctors mistook her for my midwife (who did not make it in time...that’s how fast the birth was!) because the moment she walked in the room she took charge of the situation and my needs. She remained that steady force of support for the rest of the day until she could tell my husband and I were all settled and comfortable with Baby.
I am the type of patient who struggles to express my true feelings or needs in a fast-paced medical setting. Britana naturally assesses situations and can determine what needs to be done based off what she knows you prefer and being in-tune to what may be your true feelings in the moment.
I hope you also choose to have Britana as your doula – she would be a steady support and guidance for your family in the birth of your baby, like she was for both of mine.”
— Nicole C.
“My Husband and I asked Britana to be our Doula at week 28 of my pregnancy and I wish we had asked for her support even sooner! If you are looking for a caring and dedicated doula to support you through your pregnancy journey, Britana is the right fit for you. She provided excellent prenatal, birth and postnatal support and education. I really appreciated the time she dedicated to teach me how to advocate for myself as a first time mom, it was very valuable during my labor experience. Britana is very professional but makes you feel as if she’s more like your close friend and truly cares about your well being.”
— Mariah F.
“I chose Britana to be my doula because she is a powerhouse. She didn't have any personal experience with VBAC, but she went through every resource she had to be able to support me on that journey. When i had a health scare and ended up going with a C-section she was always there holding my hand both figuratively and literally. She is the one who will advocate for you to the doctors and will speak up with any questions you don't even realize you have. She really helped me to have a beautiful and connected birth, and I really wish I could have had her with me for my first!”
— Allison O.