Sprout Birth Services

We hired Amy to be our birth doula in the fall of 2013 and I was due in January 2014 with my first child. When researching doulas I found her website informative, her rates very reasonable for San Francisco, and was reassured by her positive previous experience with births at Kaiser SF where I was going to deliver. Her services included two pre labor visits at our home, where she really helped us feel prepared for the birth. In my case I wanted to run through different labor scenarios and write my birth plan, as well as learn relaxation techniques for labor. Her knowledge and serenity was a real confidence booster. She helped my husband learn how to be there for me during the birth and helped him feel more at ease going into it all. When I was in labor, she supported me over the phone as I labored at home (this was my request, she will join you at any stage you wish) and met us at the hospital for the delivery. I had a very fast delivery but she was a reassuring presence and talked me through pushing and helped my husband support me. She also took photos of the birth and moments after, (at my request) and those images are now some of my most treasured. She followed up with us at a post partum visit to see how the new family was doing and if I needed any help at home. I am really glad we met Amy and had her prepare us for our first birthing experience.

I have floated through my day as a result of a massage from Amy. Even better, the massages happened in my own house, so I could just sink right back into bed with my baby afterwards.
Amy is an excellent massage therapist. She helped to alleviate the pain and pressure of late pregnancy, as well as working out much of the shoulder and back tension I carry now as a result of nursing and baby wearing. I love her calm and down-​to-​earth manner, openness, and sense of humor.
I hired Amy as my doula, but ended up having a scheduled C-​section. Throughout the decision-​making process Amy offered a calm, knowledgeable, intuitive, and supportive perspective. I was bummed not to be able to labor with her by my side, but was still able to benefit from some post-​natal massage. I feel so lucky to have found her and recommend her to anyone looking for a professional massage, labor support, or post-​natal assistance.

Amy came recommended to us while looking for a doula for the birth of our very first baby. We are so grateful and happy we found her. Amy made us feel comfortable with her right away, and has a very calming, positive energy — which you’re going to need! Whenever I had a question or concern, she was always available and supportive.
Our prenatal visits were always fun and really helpful in getting us ready for the big day.
During the birth, I felt she was an amazing advocate and grounding presence. I recommend her highly, we love Amy! She is worth her weight in gold!

I saw Amy for massage during my pregnancy. I wish I had seen her more often than I did. She is very nurturing and really cares that she is meeting your needs.
Amy’s massage released a lot of the tension I was experiencing in my back and ribs from carrying the baby. After leaving the session, I felt much lighter and seemed to kind of ‘float’ through the rest of the day. This massage helped me take some much needed time for myself, and relaxed me so much that I took a delicious nap afterwards!

Amy is a very caring, loving and intuitive soul. I have known her for a few years now and each time we encounter each other, there are laughs, hugs and smiles. something that I love about our connection. Amy has also really supported me with her coaching skills at times when I have truly needed them. She offers a different perspective on «difficulties» that may be happening in your world with beautiful and loving insight. Not only is Amy a phenominal and powerful woman, but also a loving and caring coach!

We’re so happy to have found Amy as our Doula.
She provided a calming presence and was extremely helpful as an advocate for us during our birth experience. She got along well with the nurses and doctor, which we heard may not always happen… and she had a nice bag of tricks that came in handy during labor. Her background in message and life coaching were perfect tools that helped us tremendously!
We feel so lucky to have had such a great first birth experience. Amy definitely helped make it happen that way for us!

Amy is a caring soul who knows how to nourish ones body and soul.
Though her massage, my body felt rejuvenated and relaxed throughout my pregnancy. I’ve enjoyed massages in her home and mine. Both are great– when I get the massage at my home, I can immediately melt into my bed afterwards. When I get the massage at her home, I can fully relax without the stress and chaos of my house filtering in.
I highly recommend Amy’s services.