WHY TAMPA FAMILIES LOVE BUDDHA BELLY DOULAS

Buddha Belly Doulas has given me so much in my journey of motherhood! I found it online when searching for birth classes when I was pregnant and did the 4-week birth class with Amanda. It gave me so much information leading up to birth and so much confidence. It truly made my labor experience better. After my daughter was born and I started going to their Bumps & Babies support group facilitated by Paige, who is so supportive and a great listener. I made some great mom friends here! Highly recommend for the new moms out there!

Very helpful class! My husband and I are first-time parents with little to no experience caring for babies, so we learned a lot from the newborn class. It gave us simple, practical tips on what to expect and how to care for our baby once we bring him home. We especially appreciated the advice on what to expect, which products are actually useful (and which ones aren’t), and the hands-on portion where we got to practice changing diapers, swaddling, and properly holding a baby. The class was absolutely worth the time and money. The instructor was welcoming, knowledgeable, and made the class enjoyable. She answered all of our questions, even the ones that probably sounded silly, and made us feel much more confident about bringing our baby home. We would definitely recommend this class to other first-time parents!

Had a great experience with Chelsea and Frances! They helped me keep everything in my pregnancy natural just like I wanted . When my birth plan went out the window Chelsea did great helping us pivot and get me through labor . Thank you so much!

We had a fantastic experience with our birth doula, Jennifer! Her support before, during, and after the birth of our daughter made the experience so much easier both mentally and physically. She was very respectful of our needs and wishes and had great communication with us throughout the whole process. Without Jennifer's knowledge and care, we definitely would not have had an amazing experience as we did bringing our daughter into the world. We also attended a birth class at Buddha Bellies with Paige and really enjoyed it! The class was very informative and Paige was very friendly and explained things well.

It was great having Christina and Melissa to help with taking care of the baby and light housekeeping during postpartum. They are reliable and take their work seriously. I came with kinda a short notice and the agency makes everything easy and straightforward.

As a first time mom, I knew I wanted a doula to help me with my pregnancy and delivery after a friend recommended Buddha Belly. Getting the resources and learning from my doula team was vital in making me feel comfortable throughout my pregnancy journey. On the day of my scheduled c section, our doula Chelsey was there and provided a calming presence in the midst of an overwhelming situation that was scary at times. She was able to provide us information about what to expect throughout the process, which helped put my husband and I at ease. In the OR, she took incredible photos with my phone that I would have never had if she hadn’t been there. Overall, I highly recommend having a doula for whatever type of delivery you may have! They are knowledgeable professionals who have tons of experience and provide a calming, helpful presence for both mom and dad!

I would recommend Buddha Belly Doulas to anyone who is expecting a baby, especially if it's your first. Having Jennifer and Chelsey available to text for questions, thoughts, concerns, etc. throughout my pregnancy was great, as was their home visit to us as the due date came closer. Jennifer was with me through the labor process and neither my husband nor I can imagine what it would have been like without her. She was incredible. Also, Buddha Belly's infant CPR class was very good.

Buddha Belly connected me with both my Birth Doulas and my Post-Partum Doula who were all amazing. Additionally, they connected me with a lactation consultant who I was able to see next-day when I was in the throes of a breastfeeding meltdown. In all, my birth and postpartum experiences were incredibly difficult; without the help of Buddha Belly I'm truly not sure how I would have managed. Thank you all!

Took the newborn care class at Buddha Belly, and can say it was a great course. We left feeling confident and informed. Paige was a wonderful instructor - she kept class paced well, gave helpful feedback and was awesome at answering everyone’s questions. I was also very grateful for the inclusive language Paige used throughout the course. As same sex parents, we felt welcome and supported which is unfortunately not always a given. The facility was beautiful and extremely well equipped. Comfort tools and healthy snacks were thoughtfully offered throughout the 4 hour class.

First and foremost the venue where the class was held was beautifully designed and intentionally curated. Our instructor was prepared, engaging, knowledgeable, personable, great hospitality and wonderfully kind. Although such a vast amount of information, the material was taught in a way that was easy to understand, digest and retain. We learned a lot and absolutely was glad to have had the opportunity!

Buddha Belly, and our dula, Moriah, are absolute life savers! My partner and I welcomed our first child in March and quickly became overwhelmed by the intensity and demands of caring for a newborn. I called Buddha Belly without fully understanding what type of support we would need, and they instantly put me at ease. They explained what different types of support looked like (full-time vs part-time, night vs day coverage, etc) and within a day had set us up with interviews for our dula. Most of all, they were very patient and accommodating as our needs changed. Buddha Belly is professional, responsive, and genuinely committed to supporting our family. Our dula Moriah is passionate about her work, is wonderful with our son and has taught us so much. We wholeheartedly recommend this service to any family looking for compassionate, trustworthy, high-quality childcare.

Absolutely love this place. The doulas are knowledgeable and make everyone feel welcome. It’s big, clean, and so well designed it immediately makes you feel at ease. From the classes to the consults you can count on them to not only lead you in the right direction but built a community and the village everyone is always talking about.

My husband and I had an amazing experience at Buddha Belly Doulas’ Preparing for Birth class. Our instructor Amanda was enthusiastic, passionate, and so helpful. Everyone came to the class had different levels of understanding when it came to the birthing process and postpartum, but there was never any judgement and I know that no matter how much knowledge we came in with, we all left much more prepared for all things labor, delivery, and postpartum. As a first time mom, I personally had a lot of anxiety and fear about birth before the classes started. Through each of Amanda’s classes, that anxiety and fear started to slip away and although there are still hurdles to overcome, I definitely have more confidence and excitement as I get closer to my due date. My husband also gained a better understanding of the birth process and is more confident in his ability to support me through the birth of our son and through the postpartum period. I loved seeing him get excited for each class and we definitely owe that to Amanda and her ability to keep everyone engaged. Overall, we loved Amanda’s class and would recommend it to any soon-to-be parents who want to become more educated, confident, prepared, and EXCITED for the birth of their little one!

The birth class was sooo helpful! I started out absolutely terrified of labor and delivery and now feel empowered, informed and actually excited for it! Amanda is a wonderful teacher

I had such a wonderful experience with my doulas, Frances and Chelsey. From the very beginning, they made me feel supported, informed, and cared for throughout my pregnancy journey. Chelsey was with me the day of my labor, and I truly could not have asked for a better support person during such an important moment in my life. She was calm, encouraging, compassionate, and helped me feel more confident and comfortable every step of the way. Both Frances and Chelsey genuinely care about their clients and go above and beyond to provide emotional and physical support. I’m so grateful for their help and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for caring and supportive doulas!

Buddha Belly Doulas is a wonderful resource for expecting parents and new parents! We loved their 4 hr childbirth class. I also have been enjoying their mommy and me monthly support group with educated practitioners! They also have fun pregnant and mommy and me music, yoga, fit for mom classes too! Paige who runs the groups is also a mom and kind, knowledge and warm! It is a welcoming and supportive center and I leave energized, refreshed and with loads of tips to help my motherhood journey!

I absolutely love this place! It’s such a welcoming and safe environment for moms, babies, and growing families. One of my favorite parts has been getting to connect with other moms who truly understand this season of life, it feels like a real community. The support and services they offer are amazing, especially the doulas. Everyone is so caring, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping moms feel supported and confident. Whether you’re a first-time mom or adding another baby to the family, this place makes you feel seen, comfortable, and cared for. Highly recommend!

Having a birth doula was the best decision I made in my birth experience. They helped me to feel so empowered and prepared both before delivery and during labor. Aliyah was there with me every step of the way. I would definitely use Buddah belly again. Their classes were also super helpful and I love that they have events throughout the month for new and expecting parents

I couldn’t recommend buddah belly enough! I had just google placenta encapsulation and they were one of the few that popped up. They were quick to get back with you and was very thorough of how the process goes. Bianca was amazing. She talked you through the whole process and I learned a lot from just watching her work and she’s just a wealth of knowledge. I was highly satisfied with everything. And was even impressed when they reached back out afterwards to just check in on you. I feel companies know don’t do that. I would not think twice about using them again.

Jessica and Aliyah were truly angels during one of the most transformative moments of my life. From the very beginning, they made me feel supported, heard, and empowered. Aliyah presence during labor completely changed my experience — I felt safe, calm, and deeply cared for every step of the way. Jessica’s grounding energy and wisdom helped me trust my body, and Aliyah’s gentle reassurance and attentiveness made me feel nurtured and never alone. They worked so beautifully as a team, anticipating my needs before I even had to say anything. My birth felt sacred instead of overwhelming. Their emotional support, physical comfort measures, and encouragement made all the difference. I truly don’t know how I would have done it without them. If you’re looking for doulas who are compassionate, knowledgeable, intuitive, and genuinely devoted to their clients, Jessica and Aliyah are beyond exceptional. I will forever be grateful for the way they held space for me and my baby.