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REAL MAMAS. REAL STORIES.

DON'T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT... HERE'S WHAT OUR MAMAS HAVE TO SAY!

Over 450 families supported across Orange County, San Diego and the Inland Empire. Here's what some of them shared...

​AVERY FELT LOVED & SUPPORTED, ACHIEVING HER HOMEBIRTH

Kelsey and Rori are two of the kindest and most supportive people I know. I had the pleasure of having Kelsey attend my homebirth, and I could not have done it without her love and support. She assisted my husband and me with all the little details and kept me comfortable and focused during labor. My biggest piece of advice for pregnant mamas is to hire a doula, and you will be in the BEST hands with these two. Their birth education is top-notch, and they are available with many resources via text or email. You won’t regret having them as part of your birth team!

-Avery H., Dana Point

STEPHANIE FELT CONFIDENT, HEARD & SUPPORTED IN HER BIRTH

We are so grateful we chose Rori with Soul Shine Birth as our doula. From day one, her calming energy helped us feel supported, grounded, and confident. We also took her Empowered Birth class, which truly shaped our experience. It gave us the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions and advocate for ourselves throughout the process. Our birth didn’t go the way we originally planned, but I’m incredibly proud of how we navigated it—and that’s largely because of Rori. She helped me feel heard, supported, and confident in every decision we could control. She was an amazing support not just for me, but for my husband, as well, helping him feel confident in how to show up for me. What really stood out was Rori’s strong sense of community and the connections she brings—this played a huge role in why we chose her, and it made such a difference throughout our journey. We feel so lucky to have had Rori by our side during such an important chapter of our lives. I can’t recommend her enough.

-Stephanie S., Huntington Beach

ALLIE HAD THE BIRTH OF HER DREAMS

I cannot recommend Soul Shine Birth ENOUGH! Not only did I feel completely seen and supported throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, but Rori gave me the confidence to birth the way I wanted to and the tools to feel empowered as a mom postpartum. My birth was magical and something I would want to go back and experience again if I could. I did not think I would ever get to say that, but Soul Shine helped me LOVE birth and beyond. The resources, referrals, tools and tricks have continued to support my family.

-Allie R., Laguna Beach

 

JILL FELT SEEN, SUPPORTED & LOVED DURING POSTPARTUM

Rori and Kelsey are complete and total angels! They were an absolute lifeline during my postpartum period. Those early weeks can feel overwhelming, and they showed up with so much compassion, reassurance, and practical support exactly when I needed it most. From newborn guidance to emotional check-ins, they made me feel seen, supported and loved. Their calm presence and genuine care made such a difference in my recovery. I am so, so grateful for them and would recommend them to anyone! 

-Jill D., San Clemente

KINDYL HAD A MAGICAL UNMEDICATED BIRTH WITH TWINS

The Soul Shine birth team is without question the best doulas!! I am forever grateful that Rori was a part of my birth and postpartum experience with my twins. I knew I needed a very supportive doula for my hospital birth because I really wanted a natural experience, since I could not have a home birth being pregnant with multiples. I interviewed quite a few doulas before I made my decision, and these two had the most professional process and demeanor. They are extremely knowledgeable, kind, down-to-earth, and just feel like a friend instantly. I love that they are a team, so you get extra support and knowledge! Also, as you get to know both of them, you know you will have amazing support with either one at your birth. My husband and I also took their birth course which was amazing. Rori helped make my birth experience magical, and I will forever call her a friend! If you’re looking for a doula, look no further! I will recommend them to everyone I know!

-Kindyl Y., San Juan Capistrano

GIANA FELT LOVED LIKE FAMILY IN PREGNANCY & BIRTH

​Rori and Kelsey are some of the most down-to-earth, genuine, passionate, and caring woman you will ever meet! They go above and beyond for their clients, and truly feel like family at the end of your “birthing time” together.

During my pregnancy, they were always there to check in, answer any questions, or be there at the drop of a dime with resources, etc.

When it came to my actual labor, Rori was alongside us for longer than anticipated haha gently guiding us and queuing us on different positions and places in our home to ride out the contractions. She seriously was so amazing, and she better be available for all my next births because I can’t imagine doing it without her!!!

Also highly recommend their birth education class!! Just do it, seriously.

-Giana C., Huntington Beach

CHASE HAD AN EMPOWERED VBAC WITH HER TWIN BOYS

Kelsey and Aurora are the best people you will ever meet. Aurora was my doula for my twins' VBAC in the hospital, and she made sure everything was as perfect as can be for my babies! She was there through every text, call and question! We also took their birth class, and it was the most incredible experience! My husband and I both learned so much. If you are giving birth, do not hesitate to use this team, they’re so knowledgeable and SO amazing. Cannot picture my birth without Aurora. YOU NEED THEM!!!

 

- Chase D., Dana Point

Soul Shine Birth doula client smiling at her birth in Dana Point, CA
Mama holding her baby at Hoag Irvine after birthing with the support of Soul Shine Birth doula
Mama holding her twin babies at Hoag Irvine after being supported in labor by Soul Shine Birth
Mom and dad with their twin boys at Mission Hospital

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