“Sydney was amazing to have at my birth. I can’t explain how grateful I am to have had her there to help bring my baby safely in my arms. We met together a couple times before the day came and went over all expectations and got to know each other. I loved her from the moment we met! She was so in it and professional and I could tell she truly cared about me, my husband and my baby. “
“She was there at any time I needed her even at 4am when I called her with a question.She was great to have before labor started and was even more amazing the day of my birth, she didn’t leave my side and knew exactly what to do to bring me comfort and help my labor progress. she did it all, from pictures, snacks, lots of counter pressure, she reminded me to switch positions every so often, massage and cool and hot rags. When baby made it she was there until we were completely good without her. I can’t say enough good things about Sydney. Something I really loved is even with everything she was doing she still left room for my husband to be apart of helping me through labor and was by his side the whole time as well. Everyone needs Sydney as their doula. We love you Syd!! "
— Bethany
Mia
“If you want an experienced VBAC doula, look no farther. She will help and guide you to have your VBAC come true! With my first, labor was more that 24 hours, I had to get induced and pushed 3+hours, vacuum didn’t work and ended up with emergency c-section and blood transfusion. This time, I did research and wanted a doula that have experience with VBAC mama and at Kapiolani Hospital.
I interviewed 3 doulas and Sydney was the one that I hired. At the first talk I know that she is knowledgeable, experienced and will be the rock for me when I will be in labor and delivery. And she exceeded my expectation on the day. She definitely advocated for me and did everything that I wanted. Her knowledge and her calmness help me get my dream birth come true! I could not say thank you enough!”
BECKY
“I have nothing but love and gratitude for Sydney! My grandson was born 3 weeks early via emergency cesarean while his father was off island. I had to step in as my daughter’s primary support person. Having no first hand experience with a doula, I didn’t think she would be necessary, especially since a c-section was inevitable. Boy was I wrong!
Sydney’s expertise, her calm nature, positive affirmations and straightforward communication with the medical staff was invaluable. Mahalo nui loa, Sydney! You are very dear to us.”
Emily
“Could not have gone through the birthing journey without Sydney. From the pre-birth consultations to the delivery room and into postpartum, Sydney supported in every way providing guidance and encouragement. She truly was a blessing and I’m so glad she was right there with us to bring my firstborn into the world”.
Kirk
“Sydney was amazing. My wife and I are so appreciative of her knowledge and services. We will definitely use her again when the time comes. Thank you so much Sydney!”
“I cannot say enough positive things about Sydney Brown! She is amazing in her field; her wide breadth of knowledge, attentive listening and compassionate manner made us feel adequately supported during the pregnancy and birth of our first child. Despite all our planning and preparations, we had to contend with some higher-risk circumstances and more difficult decisions than we had anticipated. Having Sydney there to help navigate those was a godsend. “
“Her support (both hands-on and emotional for both myself and my husband), suggestions and reassuring demeanor helped immensely. With Sydney’s help we all made it through a very challenging birth and came away healthy and very grateful. She stayed afterwards and helped us get settled, then checked in with us frequently in the hours and days following, providing postpartum support both in person and over the phone. She is a truly wonderful soul who made us feel heard, comfortable and supported every step of the way and having her be a part of our birth journey was the best decision we made! She will always hold a special place in our hearts for her role in bringing our beautiful son into this world. I would recommend her a million times over!”
—Amara
Madison
“Sydney was absolutely amazing and couldn’t be sweeter! She was so knowledgeable, professional, friendly, kind, and helpful. She was there whenever I needed her; before, during, and even after the birth of my son. She made me feel so safe and assured me that I could do it throughout the entire process. During my labor she was right by my side the entire time and helped me in every way possible. She was my main advocate and I trusted her completely. I was lucky enough to have the most amazing labor and delivery and my experience wouldn’t have been the same without her. I will definitely contact her again when I have my next baby. Thank you so much Sydney!!!”
Larissa
“My experience with Sydney as my doula went above and beyond my expectations. She helped me listen to my body, and understand my rights as a patient in the hospital. Without her I have no doubt my birth would not have gone as smoothly as it did. When it came time to push she helped me stay focused on my breathing and pushing at all the right moments. She was very caring, a comforting presence, and made sure I was comfortable the whole time, despite how vulnerable of a time it was for me."
Senny
I watched Sydney treat her client with
kindness and respect. She supported her every choice in birth and was the perfect advocate for what her client wanted and needed. As the midwife, Sydney made sure I was aware of her client's birth plan and communicated with us in a very respectful way. Throughout labor, Sydney's constant
support and words of affirmation assisted in helping her Client have the perfect birth. I can't recommend Sydney enough. She is an amazing doula! "
Katie
“Having Sydney as our postpartum doula was great for both overnight and during the day. Sydney has a really calm demeanor and put us and our baby at ease. I would recommend her to anyone seeking a kind, skilled and friendly doula for their family."
“Sydney is beyond amazing! She became our Doula the night before I gave birth but she made us feel super comfortable and was super supportive. She is super knowledgeable, calm, reassuring, and just so easy to talk to. It honestly felt like I had known her for so much longer than a few hours. I decide to have an unmedicated birth & she kept encouraging and believing in me even when I stopped believing I could do it.”
“She had so many great techniques that helped me cope with all of it during pre-labor all the way to labor and postpartum. She went above and beyond supporting my husband and I. My husband was skeptical at first about Doula services but now anytime someone asks him about our sons birth experience he says that having a Doula was a game changer and 10000% worth it. Sydney is just the perfect addition to your support team and I am beyond grateful she was able to support us through the birth of our baby. Thank you Sydney!”
—Joanna
Stephanie
" I am so thankful and grateful to have had Sydney during our labor and birth! She brought so much peace and calmness to the space and made me feel so much better about the small changes to our birth plan that needed to happen! She reassured constantly that I hadnt failed and that I was still having a beautiful birth AND I DID! Her knowledge is amazing and the way she advocates for her mamas and their journey is beautiful! And she even captures amazing footage of this special moment!
Everyone needs Sydney in their birth space and I would recommend her to anyone who is pregnant! I will definitely be reaching back to her for my next pregnancy! Hopefully shes a midwife by then too! Baby Atlas sends you all her love Sydney! "
Jenny
" Sydney was our doula for our first born and she was wonderful! I really wanted a natural birth and with Sydney's guidance, coaching, and advocacy throughout my labor, I was able to make it through. There's no way I could have gone without pain meds if she hadn't been right there the entire time, massaging my back, helping me find new positions, and making sure my needs were heard and met. She supported my husband in supporting me as well, making him feel like the integral part of the birthing process that he was. Birth is scary and hard, but Sydney's competence and calm presence made it less terrifying. I would 100% recommend having her by your side through your own labor. "
Arthur
“Fantastic experience! Sydney supported my wife through the hardest part of the birth and helped her focus and know all her options during the process. Incredible help to our family even though it was our second time going through a birth process. Sydney made a big difference in making the process go much better this time around.”
Celeste
“We brought Sydney on late in our pregnancy, but we are so thankful to have had her support! She is really knowledgeable about her field and is also very respectful of what you want and envision for your birth and newborn baby. She kept us informed and provided great hands on support while being very respectful of the hospital staff. This made for a really pleasant experience in a busy hospital setting. Couldn’t recommend her more highly!”
“Sydney is a wonderful person and doula! Sydney is a positive, warm, nurturing individual with a lot of birth knowledge and experience that will make anyone feel comfortable. From the day that I met her, I felt like I had known her for years. My experience with her could not have been better, especially for the unexpected nature of my birth experience.”
“Due to unforeseen circumstances, my baby was born 3 weeks early via emergency c section while my husband was unable to make it in time from a work trip. I called Sydney on very short notice and she came to support my mom and I right away. We had planned and discussed a completely different birth but when the difficult circumstances arose, Sydney provided constant reassurance and made sure my birth experience was a positive one. Sydney not only supported me but she supported my mom as my mom stepped in to be my main support person unexpectedly. We couldn't have done it without her. I cannot recommend her enough!”
— Hannah
Marissa
“Sydney is a wonderful doula and I highly recommend her! Right away from the consultation, I knew Sydney would be the right doula for me. We discussed my previous traumas from my first birth and how I wanted my next labor experience to be different. I originally planned on hiring her for a hospital birth, but after some bad vibes with my OB office around 30 weeks, she recommended me to local midwife for a home birth. I could not have been happier with the switch in care, all thanks to Sydney. During the day of birth, Sydney was there right by my side. She helped me feel grounded and confident and help provide support for my husband. She even took wonderful pictures & videos of the birth that we will cherise forever. Now postpartum, she still checks in to see how our new family of 4 is coping. If you are looking for a doula, look no further than Sydney Brown / Kokua Birth Doula Services.”
Savannah
"Sydney was amazing!!! She helped me feel so much more confident with the decisions I’d made for my birth plan and helped answer any questions or concerns I had. I loved the prenatal appointment, it was so nice to have it in our home and go over/practice different techniques to help me in labor. When I went into labor Sydney was so helpful in helping me recall what we had practiced. She helped me use different positions and movements to help labor progress and was so supportive of my mental state and emotions as well. Sydney is very educated and so sweet. She really cares about you and what you want and need! 10/10 recommend!"
Joanne
“We brought Sydney on at 37 weeks and baby came a little after 38 weeks. She is a trooper! My labor lasted 47 hours with a 8 hour stall halfway through. This woman slept on the floor at some point during labor. She is very kind and understanding. Was very helpful in pain management and emotional well being. Would use her again.”
Colleen
“Sydney is a wonderful doula! She absolutely BLEW me away with how incredibly knowledgeable she was about everything birth and labor! She was a shining light during my entire labor, coached me through some very painful contractions with my sunny-side-up baby, and helped immensely when trying to make medical decisions at the hospital. She never left my side and was always actively helping with physical touch, massage, and a soothing voice. I cannot recommend her enough!”
“I feel overwhelmingly compelled to express my gratitude and admiration for the unparalleled support provided by Sydney. Sydney was more than just a Doula; she was a beacon of calm, an anchor of support, and a reservoir of compassion and knowledge during one of the most monumental moments of our lives - the birth of our child. “
Sydney was a constant in our journey, consistently available and regularly reaching out to check in on our well-being, ensuring that everything was progressing smoothly. Her proactive approach to communication was highly reassuring, making us feel valued and supported every step of the way.When the time came to meet us at the hospital, Sydney arrived in record time, evidencing her commitment and readiness to support us. She stayed with us, showcasing her unwavering dedication, until the tumultuous waves of emotions and activities had calmed, and we were ready to bask in the joys of our new child. In an unexpected turn of events, I had to leave the room immediately after the birth, leaving my wife in a vulnerable state. Knowing Sydney was there to stay and comfort my wife was the greatest solace I could have during such a stressful moment. Her presence was a soothing balm, providing comfort and reassurance to both my wife and me, making the whole experience significantly more manageable. Sydney, with her exceptional empathetic nature, profound knowledge, and meticulous attention to our needs, turned our birth experience into a more serene and beautiful journey. Kōkua Birth Doula Services surpassed all our expectations, becoming an indispensable part of our birthing story. We wholeheartedly recommend Kōkua Birth Doula Services to anyone looking for unparalleled support, compassion, and expertise during their birthing journey. Sydney's presence ensures that you are never alone, and her support is a gift that keeps on giving, making the arrival of your precious one into this world a truly magical experience.
—Chris