Doula (Birth and Postpartum)

Ruth is so much more than a Doula. When you work with her, you are getting an internationally-recognized labor and birth trainer, a world-class lactation specialist and the developer of her own birth support program. She is just so capable of wearing so many hats. I completed hypnobirthing under her guidance, I found a friend in her and during my birth she was an ever-present statue of neutrality and strength. I wanted to quit and throw in the towel and her strength, presence and well-timed affirmations got me through to the end where I pushed my baby out, unmedicated, in the comfort of my own home. My family will be forever grateful and we highly recommend you consider Ruth Kraft as your birth doula.  

Women Honoring Women’s owner, Ruth Kraft, is the first person I point expectant moms to when they begin to explore their options for childbirth. She has a deep knowledge of the various childbirth choices available today and is just as capable discussing hypnobirthing and natural birth methods as she is outlining the options available for medication based pain management in labor. With a deep respect for women, and their right to make an informed choice when it comes to how and where they labor, Ruth brings a wealth of experience to her role as childbirth educator, doula and lactation consultant. After many years of birth experience she still sees the wonder of each birth and can capture those moments beautifully through her gift for photography. If you are just wanting to explore your options, take classes or are ready to hire a doula then Ruth is a wonderful choice to support you during the exciting days ahead as you prepare for the birth of your child.

I recommend an educated Doula to all of the expectant couples I teach. Your Doula will educate you ahead of time, assist you though your labor, and introduce you to your new baby. Ruth Kraft is the one you want! Margie Forrest, RN, BSN, IBCLC, RLC

Meeting Ruth 13 years ago was such a blessing. She is talented, knowledgeable and caring. She was there for the birth of my healthy 12 yr old and thank heaven there for the traumatic premature birth of my now healthy 5 year old. She believed in me and made breastfeeding my preemie possible when everyone said it couldn’t be done. She is a true example of how women can empower one another and is the first to pick up someone when they are down. I am lucky to call her my friend all these years later and am forever grateful.

We thoroughly enjoyed working with Ruth her her being there at my delivery. She knew my birth plan and what I wanted and helped me stick to it and have a natural labor and delivery. Baby boy was 3wks early and she rearranged her plans so she could be there for his early birth. She also took some pressure off my husband by allowing him to attend to our toddler and not feel like he had to focus on me the entire time. We are planning at least one more child and would hire her again.

First of all, having a Doula at your birth is an amazing thing, in other words, it’s kind of a must! Doula Ruth Kraft is by far the best Doula I have come across in both my personal and professional opinion, being an OB nurse :-). She is so wonderful with clients and is such an empowering woman no matter what your birthing preferences are. It was so awesome having her by my side at my recent delivery and our birth pictures are absolutely breathtaking! She has also been instrumental in our breastfeeding success. I personally have had many breastfeeding issues along the way and she always gave the help and encouragement I needed. She is absolutely the best in my book 😉

There are so many amazing things to say about Ruth I don’t know where to start. Not only did she train me to be a doula but I had the pleasure of having her as my doula for the birth of my daughter. She is calming, confident and educated. She knew just how to support me during my birth and continues to mentor me as I grow my business as a doula. Thank you Ruth for all you’ve done for me and all you do for women in our community. I love you!

Meeting Ruth was life changing. She was my Hypnobirthing coach, doula, and photographer. She empowered and educated me. Because of her, I had the most beautiful, perfect, gentle home water birth with the photos to remember it. I will be eternally grateful to her and love her dearly. Having Ruth as my support was the best decision I could have made.

There are really no words to describe how much doula Ruth helped my family with the birth and after care of our premature twins. The amount of knowledge, support and empathy she brings to the table is unmeasurable. So if you are considering her for any of the many services she offers rest assured it will be the best decision you ever made.

Hey Ruth,
We are so glad to finally be home! Baby is doing great and one of the labor nurses (Jackie) asked for your contact info. She told all the nurses on the floor how great you were and wanted to recommend you to a friend of hers who needs a Doula soon.
Talk to you soon!

Ruth did not have the opportunity to attend my daughter Isabela’s birth, because she was born out-of-state during the active 2004 hurricane season. However, Ruth did provide postpartum care and services for up to 18 months after Isabela’s birth. Ruth provided reassurance, answered questions, and most importantly, helped me through the times I doubted my mothering abilities. Her assistance was truly invaluable to me and to Isabela. She truly understands the emotional mind and physiological needs of children in their newborn and toddler stages.

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The decision to hire a doula to attend our daughter’s birth was one of the best choices we made in our journey to parenthood. From the moment I looked pregnant, people began to discuss – in great detail – the trauma of their birth experiences. And while this information was not empowering on its own, it helped cement our resolve to enjoy our birth experience with the help of an experienced birth “mentor.”

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