TLDR: Alix is 10/10; everything you'd want in a doula.

We started our search skeptical whether we even needed a doula. We interviewed many and without question felt most comfortable with Alix. She was professional, organized, kind, warm. It was clear she took her work and her clients' care seriously. I couldn't name what I was looking for exactly - but with Alix, I felt like we could be friends / she was someone we could enjoy spending time with (which turned out to be an important measure given we spent an intense 17hrs together in the hospital!).

Thank the universe we chose her. Alix was mission critical. When I try to imagine my labor without her....I simply can't. I don't know how anyone does it without her.

From the second she arrived at the hospital, she brought in wisdom and knowledge that supported me to move through the different phases of my labor - positions, massages, pain management techniques, mindset strategies, tools, etc.. She and my husband shared the load of supporting me physically - no matter how much he would have liked to, with 17hrs of laboring in the hospital, my husband could not have sustained the amount of constant massaging and movement I needed without her. On top of that, she even found time and patience to go to the waiting room to update and calm my worried parents.

We shared with her that it was also important to us that, if we needed it, we could have privacy and space as a couple during the intimate experience of childbirth. Alix was completely respectful of our space and was able to find the perfect balance of being a present guide: available when we needed her, and fading into the background when we were in our own rhythm.

She is assertive and gentle. When I was lost in my discomfort and feeling nervous to try anything new, she'd be firm and clear in her recommendations, encouraging me to try techniques that might relieve symptoms - she was right every time. She advocated for me to hospital staff and midwives in a collaborative way that they seemed to welcome, presenting ideas, options, and tools that they hadn't thought of to ensure I had the birth I wanted - things that ended up being central to my successful labor.

She provided me reassurance whenever I needed it. There were moments where unexpected decisions had to be made and I knew that in Alix I had an expert in the room who was on my side; someone that I could consult with whom I absolutely trusted had my best interest and goals in mind. In moments of doubt, I'd just turn to Alix and she provided the explanation, confidence, or guidance I needed to make informed choices and helped me flex my birth plan to the reality of my labor.

She was there with us from start to finish. She was our partner and even though it was a very long day and night, she stuck with us until my baby was with us and we were ready. She kindly took pictures and videos of labor that are now so precious to us.

My husband was most skeptical of needing a doula and having someone else in the labor room - here are his own words sent to Alix after our baby was born:

"Alix, it was so important to have you there. I always felt so comfortable and safe with you in the room. We couldn't choose a better doula! Thanks for all your support and tips/suggestions you provided throughout the labor process. I love the photos you took of us . So special for us."

Thank you so much Alix! Keep doing what you're doing - we all need you!

Alix was my doula for my first baby. My labor was 52 hours and definitely harder then I expected nor did it go completely by plan but Alix went above and beyond for me and my baby and even helped my husband by showing him how to help me in hard moments. Alix stayed with me through every contraction and every moment I felt like giving up. When it was time to push she help my hands and stayed in front of me so I knew I wasn't alone. I remembered her saying "you're going to meet your baby" multiple times which led to me only pushing for 20-30 mins as that's all I needed and wanted in that moment. Alix was apart of a life changing event and honestly couldn't have done it without her. She educated me, she let me ask all the questions I needed and checked in with me during my pregnancy even when I went MIA at times. She’s extremely communicative and sweet. If you are wanting an ordinary doula then find someone else. Alix is extraordinary and won't regret having her as apart of your birth team.

I would highly recommend hiring Alix if you are giving birth anytime soon or saving her information if you plan to give birth anytime in the future. My husband and I were not originally planning on having a doula. We gave birth at a birthing center and thought that a doula's main benefit would be advocating for us in a hospital setting (although we did not experience this I am positive Alix would also be very helpful in this setting as well). Alix was a godsend!! Get ready for the long list of things that were so helpful to my husband and I in labor: she helped give my husband a break from different comfort measures, helped calm and focus me when I started to believe I couldn't do it, was so knowledgeable in different positions and comfort measures to try, she brought different tools with her to help in labor (I would not have gotten through labor without the help of the labor comb that she brought), she communicated directly with our midwife and got us going to the birthing center when we needed to (without her we probably would have given birth at home which was not a part of our plan), and on the way to the birthing center she bought liquid IV's to make sure I was staying hydrated. This is just the list of things she did while at our home and on the way to the birthing center (and it is not an exhaustive list!!). I haven't even mentioned how she helped at the birthing center as well as her communication and encouragement during pregnancy and her care after giving birth. This review is already long enough so I will not add those things but will say that Alix is amazing and you will not regret hiring her (especially if you are a first time mom like me!!).

I can't imagine giving birth without Alix! She was such an integral part of my experience prenatally, during birth, and postpartum. My birth plan changed pretty dramatically from a planned home birth to ending up with an assisted hospital delivery and Alix supported me through the whole thing. She was with me for over 12 hours once I called and really needed her when labor got a bit overwhelming for me. She came with me to the hospital when I transferred and provided amazing support, both being the calming guiding presence I needed to manage contractions, remembering to ask questions and explore options that I had forgotten about in the moment, and then switching gears to being my biggest cheerleader while pushing! She also helped me process my birth and choices after the fact, leaving me feeling really confident with all my decisions and happy with my birth experience! One of the first things my husband said after our daughter was born was "Alix is the first person we're calling next time we're pregnant!", which I completely agree with! She is so compassionate, gentle, and knowledgeable and the best person to have on your birth team!

Alix is so awesome! We initially met her and had a really great first meeting to use her as our doula. I felt very comfortable with her from the first time we met. We ended up having a c section and sadly didn't get to have her as our doula, but she helped us as a lactation consultant. I cannot recommend her enough! There can be so much second guessing with breastfeeding and having Alix come over after birth was the best decision! She helped answer questions, showed me good ways to breastfeed and helped me have peace and confidence in my breastfeeding journey!

Alix supported us through the unmedicated birth of our first baby, and we will be grateful to her for the rest of our lives. Since we don't have family nearby, having her support meant everything to us. Before delivery, we had several sessions at our home where she taught us practical ways to manage pain and release tension using different massage and relaxation techniques. When the time came, she joined us at Kaiser Irvine and supported my wife throughout labor, working with the hospital staff with collaboration. After birth, Alix also visited us postpartum and made sure we were doing well during the first days, offering guidance, reassurance, and calm support. She is incredibly easygoing, flexible, and a joy to work with. Alix is straightforward, no-bullshit, and always shares evidence-based advice you can trust. And one thing to know for sure, she shows up exactly when she says she will (always!). We truly couldn't have done this without her.

Alix is the first and only doula we interviewed, and we immediately felt she was exactly who we needed: professional, empathetic, research-oriented, and an outstanding communicator. Most importantly, she has a shining, positive personality that truly lights up the room. Alix came to visit us twice before the due date to get to know us, help me create my birth plan, and teach my husband and me relaxation techniques to practice before labor. Those techniques turned out to be extremely helpful during labor. She was always very patient in answering all my questions and offered thoughtful insights that helped me better understand both labor and breastfeeding. During hours of active labor and the pushing stage, Alix was by my side the entire time, comforting me, talking me through each contraction, and reminding me that I was doing great and that every contraction meant I was one step closer to meeting my baby. With her positive mindset, breathing guidance, and massage, I was able to endure the pain and even reduce it. Without Alix's support, I truly believe I would have been in unbearable pain and likely chosen an epidural. When I was uncertain about the medical procedures suggested by the staff, Alix provided clear information that helped me make more informed decisions. Her presence made me feel empowered. She also captured precious videos and photos for us. Alix visited us several days after we returned from the hospital. She patiently answered all my questions about newborn care and breastfeeding, checked in on how I was doing and feeling, and observed a feeding to provide thoughtful feedback. We are incredibly blessed to have found Alix and are deeply grateful for her support.

I am so grateful to have had Alix as my doula. She was an incredible support throughout my entire birth experience and truly helped guide me every step of the way! During active labor, my blood pressure suddenly spiked and I was diagnosed with pre-eclampsia, which was scary and overwhelming - but Alix remained calm and reassuring. Her presence made such a difference in helping me stay focused and supported, and she also made sure to communicate everything to our family during pre-labor, which was greatly appreciated.

It was truly a blessing to have her by our side during one of the most special and vulnerable times of our lives. I can't recommend her enough to any expecting mama looking for compassionate, knowledgeable, and steady support. Thank you Alix! - The Morales Family

Having Alix as our doula was the best decision my husband and I made for our birth. I had a long and unexpected labor, and she was our rock through it all. She was knowledgeable, reliable, kind, and incredibly supportive. Alix helped us communicate with the medical staff during stressful moments, making us feel heard and confident in our decisions. She also knew exactly when to step in and when to give us the privacy we needed, which I appreciated so much. After delivery, she helped me with breastfeeding and continued to support us when we needed it most. I truly can't imagine our birth experience without her. I highly recommend Alix to anyone looking for a compassionate and amazing doula.