Testimonials and Reviews

Toronto and the Blue Mountain’s Best Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator and Waterbirth Facilitator.

5 Star Rating after 10 Years of Practice.

Testimonials
for Mindful Sprouts Family Services
Prenatal, Birth & Postpartum Support Services

  • “Hiring Leah as my doula was one of the best decisions that I made during my journey into motherhood.”

    Ola Al-Bassam of Mississauga

  • “My daughter ended up coming fast once my water broke and Leah, alongside my midwife, gently helped guide my body in the water to reduce injuries and bring my girl gently into the world. I felt so supported, respected and empowered my entire birth and pregnancy - with a photo taken by her photographer showing just this when I’m seen first holding my daughter.”

    Celia Johnson

  • “I chose home birth with confidence during the pandemic because I had Leah as my doula. Her virtual yoga sessions were so calming! My labor and home birth was a healing and beautiful experience, Thanks to Leah!”

    Sathvika Venugopal

  • “Leah has a very balanced and inclusive approach. Hiring Leah was one of the best things I did for this (my first) pregnancy. She was instrumental in helping me during the home birth I chose to have - I felt safe, guided, and supported the entire time - she was my rock during labour and delivery!”

    Kristina Bruce Coach

  • "We rented a birthing pool and stool [for our birth near Orangeville, Ontario].... Pickup and drop off the pool went seamlessly and my husband and I felt completely comfortable setting up the pool with Leah’s detailed instructions. We also did newborn photos which are so special post partum. I highly recommend that you get a few of the herbal sitz bath packets - they were so relaxing post partum. Leah has a calm presence and is so supportive - I’m so happy to have found her!"

    Lauren, Bolton Mom

  • "Working with Leah was the best decision we could have made for ourselves as we navigated our first pregnancy to welcoming our baby boy a few weeks ago. Leah is incredibly calm, wise and insightful. Her wholesome approach - aligning mind, body and spirit, was exactly what we needed. Labour was difficult, but I felt safer knowing Leah was by our side every step of the way. She's also an incredible photographer, what a perk! Thank you Leah."

    Kimberly Sue Murray

“She took our family into her arms and literally cared for each and every one of us. Leah single handedly became my support system.”

— Gillie M. (Toronto Nurse)

“Leah provided me with amazing prenatal care leading up to the birth of our little girl…

I was in 43 hours of labour to birth my child and I don't think I would have done it without Leah's help and knowledge. She provided the utmost level of service and care even in the pre-labour stages.  I developed a closeness with her leading up to it. She became a confidant during some difficult time where I was not feeling supported at home. She was so amazing I ended up hiring her for postnatal care and she has helped me out tremendously in the last two months.”

Sasha Exeter

“Having the experience of a doula at our home birth was hugely reassuring to us for starters; but far beyond that, Leah's peaceful presence, her confidence in my abilities, and her relentless positivity lead us to have the medication-free homebirth of my dreams.

Having her know-how, her experience, and her calm and loving presence there was really reassuring.

I am proud of myself and my son for what we accomplished with Leah's help.”

Sarah Waggott

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Here’s where I say thank you…

For the intimate experiences families share with me.

I am incredible lucky to have such a strong passion and calling in life. Supporting and education about safe and mindful birth is an honour. It gives my life immense meaning to be able to guide families during vulnerable times.

Thank you for being here. Thank you for sharing this special time with you.

Leah Jackson
Founder, PPCCE (ProDoula Certified Childbirth Educator)
Birth Doula, Trained Midwife Assistant at The Farm Midwifery Center in Tennessee, Trained Waterbirth Facilitator, Mindfulness Meditation Teacher, Kids Yoga Teacher