Testimonials
Tara
"Being an expectant mother for the first time filled me with a few different emotions, excitement but also fear/ anxiety about the unknown . . . especially labour and whether or not I would be ‘able’ to breastfeed. I heard someone talking about hypnobirthing and gentle birth on the radio and loved the sound of what I heard so started to do some research, and discovered doulas. I had never heard of a Doula before, but loved the idea of it – supporting women to have a positive pregnancy and birth. That’s exactly what I wanted. My husband and I met Tara and had a chat with her asking her about how she might help us prepare for a positive birth and what different strategies/methods she uses to support parents during preparation for and during labour. Tara’s calm, knowledgeable approach immediately put us at ease and made me feel like she would be a great support to us during pregnancy, birth and postpartum, and she was just that. Her antenatal classes were so informative and enjoyable and made us really excited for the new arrival. In the weeks before Siún’s birth, she answered all my questions or pointed me in the direction of evidence based information, ensuring that I knew all my options for labour and the pros and cons to each. As a result, I had a really positive first birth experience. Tara was an invaluable support around breastfeeding in the first few months, and having her as a postpartum doula was brilliant. She just made everything easier. Tara, we can’t thank you enough. I think everyone should have a doula. You won’t regret it, and I would highly recommend that you have Tara as yours." Jean, Galway
“Me and my partner love retelling our birth story. It was a long but empowering labour - the two day baby festival, as we now call it. I have been replaying the experience in my head ever since (like most mothers probably do) and I am delighted that it was a positive one. Having Tara there, our doula, gave me incredible confidence, a sense of protection and of deep understanding. The midwives in the hospital were lovely, but Tara was our own guide, somebody that knew us at a personal level, and to me that was something invaluable. I am SO glad that she was there during this life changing event.” Virginia, Galway
Michelle
"As a Father, my utmost thoughts is the well being and care for my wife and children. Availing of the services from Michelle (Mamogs & West Coast Doulas), I felt that every aspect to providing care and well being to my wife and our new addition to our family were taken care of to the highest standards. That is something that I feel cannot always be achieved despite all the best of intention from family and friends. Though with Michelle, this was achieved and some. My wife gained some real mental respite and our baby was in caring and attentive hands. If you feel you just need a little bit of support or your needs are greater, please consider Michelle (Mamogs) as I cannot recommend her highly enough. My wife has enjoyed availing of the services and that has passed on a great sense of comfort to myself". Jamie, Sligo
"Michelle came to my aid on many occasions during and after my second pregnancy. Beforehand she let me know about how she works and other supports out there. After, she was available by text or phone on the ward when I was struggling with feeding and later, during my daughter's spells of hourly night time waking when i thought I was going to lose the plot with exhaustion. Michelle is an ocean of calm, sensitive, discrete support and help. There are very few people I would trust with my infant daughter but Michelle's skill and love of babies won us both over and I happily waved them off on their walks while I took time to rest, eat, sleep, regain perspective and relax. When my husband as a treat wanted to get me a massage, I said no, I'll have morning with Michelle instead please!! We are all truly grateful to her and have the comfort of knowing her expertise is just a text away! Heartfelt thanks Michelle, from all four of us." Aoife, Sligo
“We moved to the Sligo area with a 3 week old baby last year. My older son was not even two yet. With no family or friends in the area to call on, and with my husband starting a new job immediately when we moved, I was understandably nervous about how I’d cope. Before we moved I got in touch with Michelle. She was just the person I needed to talk to - so reassuring. I knew that if I needed help I could call on her. All the midwives asked what support I had lined up and they were so impressed when I told them about Mamogs. The service is unique. When we moved Michelle came over several afternoons to help me out. In the end my newborn was a very easy baby so I did not need to call on Michelle as much as I thought I might, but knowing I could, and her being open to this meant so much to me. When Michelle came I knew she’d just get stuck in wherever necessary. She primarily minded the baby while I spent some precious time doing the simple things with my toddler that I missed so much being so busy with the baby. After what seemed like a few years but was only a few months myself and my husband got into a bit of a rhythm and felt up to going out. For our first few evenings out we left with full confidence in Michelle to mind our precious tiny baby (and of course precious toddler!), knowing she wouldn’t be daunted even if they both woke up. Michelle documented everything for us and showed us all her certificates and qualifications. She was so professional. I would highly recommend Michelle to any new mum and dads for some much needed extra support”. Cathy, Sligo
Mairéad
"Thank you so much for all your support, help, love and interest in my pregnancy and labour! I really couldn't have done it without you and I will be forever grateful. We both will!" Natalie, Galway (Birth)
"Thank you so much for all your help, support and kindness over the last few months. You have been a Godsend and we will all miss you so much. Not only were you a great doula but you are now a great friend. The boys have been so lucky to get to spend time with you and you will be greatly missed. Thank you for everything. Anyone will be lucky to have you as a doula." Jennifer - Galway (Postnatal)
"Here we are at the end of our journey. I have learnt so much from you and I will be eternally grateful for your warmth and understanding shown to baby and I. It is hard to let go but hopefully we can maintain our friendship. You are a fantastic doula. You will always be part of our family. You were medicine to my wounds." Sarah, Galway (Postnatal)
"Being an expectant mother for the first time filled me with a few different emotions, excitement but also fear/ anxiety about the unknown . . . especially labour and whether or not I would be ‘able’ to breastfeed. I heard someone talking about hypnobirthing and gentle birth on the radio and loved the sound of what I heard so started to do some research, and discovered doulas. I had never heard of a Doula before, but loved the idea of it – supporting women to have a positive pregnancy and birth. That’s exactly what I wanted. My husband and I met Tara and had a chat with her asking her about how she might help us prepare for a positive birth and what different strategies/methods she uses to support parents during preparation for and during labour. Tara’s calm, knowledgeable approach immediately put us at ease and made me feel like she would be a great support to us during pregnancy, birth and postpartum, and she was just that. Her antenatal classes were so informative and enjoyable and made us really excited for the new arrival. In the weeks before Siún’s birth, she answered all my questions or pointed me in the direction of evidence based information, ensuring that I knew all my options for labour and the pros and cons to each. As a result, I had a really positive first birth experience. Tara was an invaluable support around breastfeeding in the first few months, and having her as a postpartum doula was brilliant. She just made everything easier. Tara, we can’t thank you enough. I think everyone should have a doula. You won’t regret it, and I would highly recommend that you have Tara as yours." Jean, Galway
“Me and my partner love retelling our birth story. It was a long but empowering labour - the two day baby festival, as we now call it. I have been replaying the experience in my head ever since (like most mothers probably do) and I am delighted that it was a positive one. Having Tara there, our doula, gave me incredible confidence, a sense of protection and of deep understanding. The midwives in the hospital were lovely, but Tara was our own guide, somebody that knew us at a personal level, and to me that was something invaluable. I am SO glad that she was there during this life changing event.” Virginia, Galway
Michelle
"As a Father, my utmost thoughts is the well being and care for my wife and children. Availing of the services from Michelle (Mamogs & West Coast Doulas), I felt that every aspect to providing care and well being to my wife and our new addition to our family were taken care of to the highest standards. That is something that I feel cannot always be achieved despite all the best of intention from family and friends. Though with Michelle, this was achieved and some. My wife gained some real mental respite and our baby was in caring and attentive hands. If you feel you just need a little bit of support or your needs are greater, please consider Michelle (Mamogs) as I cannot recommend her highly enough. My wife has enjoyed availing of the services and that has passed on a great sense of comfort to myself". Jamie, Sligo
"Michelle came to my aid on many occasions during and after my second pregnancy. Beforehand she let me know about how she works and other supports out there. After, she was available by text or phone on the ward when I was struggling with feeding and later, during my daughter's spells of hourly night time waking when i thought I was going to lose the plot with exhaustion. Michelle is an ocean of calm, sensitive, discrete support and help. There are very few people I would trust with my infant daughter but Michelle's skill and love of babies won us both over and I happily waved them off on their walks while I took time to rest, eat, sleep, regain perspective and relax. When my husband as a treat wanted to get me a massage, I said no, I'll have morning with Michelle instead please!! We are all truly grateful to her and have the comfort of knowing her expertise is just a text away! Heartfelt thanks Michelle, from all four of us." Aoife, Sligo
“We moved to the Sligo area with a 3 week old baby last year. My older son was not even two yet. With no family or friends in the area to call on, and with my husband starting a new job immediately when we moved, I was understandably nervous about how I’d cope. Before we moved I got in touch with Michelle. She was just the person I needed to talk to - so reassuring. I knew that if I needed help I could call on her. All the midwives asked what support I had lined up and they were so impressed when I told them about Mamogs. The service is unique. When we moved Michelle came over several afternoons to help me out. In the end my newborn was a very easy baby so I did not need to call on Michelle as much as I thought I might, but knowing I could, and her being open to this meant so much to me. When Michelle came I knew she’d just get stuck in wherever necessary. She primarily minded the baby while I spent some precious time doing the simple things with my toddler that I missed so much being so busy with the baby. After what seemed like a few years but was only a few months myself and my husband got into a bit of a rhythm and felt up to going out. For our first few evenings out we left with full confidence in Michelle to mind our precious tiny baby (and of course precious toddler!), knowing she wouldn’t be daunted even if they both woke up. Michelle documented everything for us and showed us all her certificates and qualifications. She was so professional. I would highly recommend Michelle to any new mum and dads for some much needed extra support”. Cathy, Sligo
Mairéad
"Thank you so much for all your support, help, love and interest in my pregnancy and labour! I really couldn't have done it without you and I will be forever grateful. We both will!" Natalie, Galway (Birth)
"Thank you so much for all your help, support and kindness over the last few months. You have been a Godsend and we will all miss you so much. Not only were you a great doula but you are now a great friend. The boys have been so lucky to get to spend time with you and you will be greatly missed. Thank you for everything. Anyone will be lucky to have you as a doula." Jennifer - Galway (Postnatal)
"Here we are at the end of our journey. I have learnt so much from you and I will be eternally grateful for your warmth and understanding shown to baby and I. It is hard to let go but hopefully we can maintain our friendship. You are a fantastic doula. You will always be part of our family. You were medicine to my wounds." Sarah, Galway (Postnatal)
