The Orchid Nest

I’m currently 36 weeks pregnant and have had the absolute joy of being a part of the Orchid Nest community for the last ~6 months of my pregnancy journey. I can’t express enough how supportive, caring, welcoming and kind the staff here are, and how they make each mom-to-be feel at home when you walk through their doors.

I’ve attended prenatal yoga classes ~twice a week with Alexis Broussard for my entire 2nd and 3rd trimester, and her classes have helped me work on my flexibility, strength, and mindfulness. I’ve been able to handle the physical changes in my body throughout pregnancy because of Alexis’s classes, and I’m confident all of this will help me in childbirth/labor as well. She’s the sweetest person ever and her voice will guide you through the most meaningful and memorable yoga sessions.

I’ve also attended the Preparing for Birth class with Jana Notice, and had a prenatal massage (life changing!!!) with Luz Riese.

Thank you to all the staff at Orchid Nest for being a part of my pregnancy journey as a first-time mom.

As first-time parents, my husband and I felt overwhelmed after coming home from the hospital. We were incredibly grateful to have Jessica as our postpartum doula during the “fourth trimester.” She was very communicative, dependable, and reassuring. Having her care for our little one overnight allowed us to get much-needed rest and peace of mind. The support she provided helped us ease into parenthood with more confidence and less anxiety. We truly felt supported during such a vulnerable and transitional time, and we cannot recommend Jessica enough.

Everything about Orchid Nest is amazing. I found my doula there, had an incredible massage from Luz, and even did placenta encapsulation. Each experience was 10/10.

If you’re looking for an amazing Doula to support you through your birth, you can find one at Orchids nest.

I was lucky enough to have Samara as my doula for my third birth! I attended their Meet the Doula event. It was a great way to meet all the ladies. I knew immediately Samara was who I wanted as my doula!

Now, about Samara. I’m convinced she’s an angel on earth. She was so knowledgeable and confident. As I said, this wasn’t my first birth, but it was the first I was preparing to go unmedicated. Samara provided the resources and tools I needed to do this. She was super supportive during my entire pregnancy. Answered every text and made she sure she knew what I wanted.

Now, when I did go into labor – things escalated so quickly I was kind of all over the place, but Samara kept me grounded. She called my midwife for me, and they were both waiting at the door when we arrived at the hospital. If it weren’t for her, I don’t even know who would have delivered our baby because I didn’t even think to call my midwife at any point lol. She guided me through every minute until our girl arrived. Afterwards, she continued her support by suggesting ways to cope with cramping, got me snacks, and made sure I was happy and comfortable. She even brought us the most delicious dinner when we were home.

If I have another baby, I know I’d want Samara there! And all the support and resources from Orchid Nest is unmatched!