Testimonials

babies! Additionally, Susie worked hard to set us up for safety and success. She took extra precautions to prepare for emergencies but also to prevent them. In past pregnancies, I found it difficult to trust my OBs, because it seemed like their highest priority was to work quickly and get to the next patient. With Susie, I could completely trust her. If she asked me to do anything during labor, I knew that she not only had the expertise and knowledge, but also had my best interest in mind and wanted to care for my baby and me. I never hesitated to follow her instructions. Susie told me during our

“I cannot imagine having a child without Susie by my side. I have known Susie for over 20 years. I watched her, as a Doula, coach my mother through 3 births at the hospital. When it came time for my own births, I knew that Susie had to be involved. After hearing more about the work that she does, I decided to use her as my midwife for home birth. Both the birth of my daughter and my son were absolutely amazing and such a wonderful experience because of the work of this woman. I am very thankful to have her as part of my children’s birth stories.” – Megan White

“Susie helped create exactly the kind of birth environment I needed to deliver my babies! The prenatal visits were wonderful, she was even happy to include my children in the prenatal care! During my first birth with Susie, I very much appreciated her constant calmness. She is absolutely wonderful, an exemplary midwife!” – Lydia Graves, CNM

“Susie is an incredibly special person to our family. She provided us with exemplary care throughout my second pregnancy and the birth of our son, with patience, compassion and love. At every prenatal appointment, I felt heard by Susie, and truly developed a relationship with her through the pregnancy. During the visits, I never felt rushed or like a burden to her, she was amazing at calming my anxieties and grounding me. My husband and toddler were always included in the visits and she truly cared about the well-being of the entire family. I cannot fail to mention her competency and skill as well – she was thorough and cautious every step of the way, allowing us to have a beautiful birth in the comfort of our home. We treasure the gift that she is to us, and are thankful every day for her love and care!” – Lia Davidson, RN

“My husband and I are so thankful for the pleasure of working with such an amazing midwife! Susie was able to help us accomplish the perfect birth for our baby. We are very thankful for her expertise, and especially her caring nature. I felt very safe and comfortable with Susie from the beginning of our relationship and to this very day. I can’t give her enough praise, she is truly an angel. Susie not only provided spectacular prenatal care, she also was available any time after the birth, which was very helpful since this was our first baby. Thank you very much Susie for our perfect experience, we love you!” – Brittany and Brendan Benson

“I have 5 children; the first 2 were born in a hospital, and the last 3 I was privileged to have Susie as my midwife. Each experience was unique and individual, but having the consistency of a calm and open midwife with her enthusiastic assistant made all the difference in the world. My favorite part of each experience was how Susie gave our family plenty of time to bond with the baby prior to taking measurements and bathing. She also involved our other children where appropriate, which only increased the intimacy of the bonding experience. Susie is very respectful of the mother’s wishes as long as it does not interfere with the safety of mom and baby, and is as supportive as you need her to be. I felt like Susie was more than a midwife; she was my friend. After having my first 2 babies in the hospital, I felt so spoiled and special. Thank you, Susie! We love you so much!” – Becky & Ben Smith

“Our last two home births were with Susie as my midwife, after two hospital births and one other home birth. Of all my birthing experiences, my home births with Susie far outshine the others in comfort, competence and peace of mind. Susie is an exceptional midwife. She is calm, caring and extremely knowledgeable. I felt completely secure in her care. Her assistant was also an enormous comfort to have at my births. As soon as my child arrived, she focused on the care and well-being of my newborn while Susie was focused on me, my health and my needs. My experience with Susie was wonderful. I love being able to recommend her to any woman looking for the best midwife available in the Nashville area.” – Sharyl Bertoni

“Susie was such a huge part of my happy birth experiences. I had 3 home births, 2 were water births. Susie wore many hats during my pregnancies, and after the birth of my children. Friend, Midwife, Nutritionist, Marital Counselor, Lactation Consultant. The thorough pre-natal visits were done in the comfort of my own home, where she and I would visit over coffee and cheesecake. She became a friend and a confidant, encouraging my husband and I during the pregnancies, and she was genuinely concerned for me and my needs during the birth. Even though she has assisted in the delivery of hundreds of babies, you can still see the amazement and wonder in her eyes with each new baby that she sees enter the world. She has a true gift to love and nurture, and make each person feel extraordinary during their pregnancies. I highly recommend her!” – Annie McCreary

“Susie is such a wonderful midwife. After delivering 4 out of our 6 children, she is part of the family. She is great at listening to my concerns and troubles, and knowing what to do make things better. In birth, she has an ability to lead with both gentleness and strength. Susie’s priority was the well-being of the mother and baby, and was careful to always honor the wishes of our family. Her knowledge of herbs and methods to make pregnancy and childbirth an amazing experience is unrivaled. It seemed that there was never a problem that could stump her. Her breadth of knowledge is incredible. I feel privileged to know Susie, and have her attending the most memorable days of my life. I recommend her with no hesitation and am completely certain that she is to a large extent, the reason that our births have been such beautiful experiences.”  – Heather Wall

Doula Clients

“As first time parents, my husband and I were feeling very overwhelmed at the idea of preparing for the birth of our son. Susie came highly recommended by several friends and they could not have been more correct. Susie made us feel so comfortable and empowered to meet this challenge. We don’t know what we would have done without her!” – Becky Aimes

“My husband Johnny and I have five precious children. Susie has been our Doula for every one of their births. Johnny says to any and all of our pregnant friends, “Don’t have a baby without her!” Susie is warm and caring, while at the same time completely professional and extremely knowledgeable. Because the birth experience is at times, um, intense, her calm demeanor is so reassuring and brings such security. At home and at the hospital, she doesn’t have to be concerned about anyone but you. She’s not one of the nurses (who can be wonderful, of course) but whom you probably have never met and who might have to leave in the middle of your labor because her shift is over. She’s not the doctor (who can be wonderful, of course) but who has other patients, who has to be concerned with hospital protocol and insurance company regulations, and who only has time to come in for your delivery at practically the last minute. Instead, Susie is your personal birth support: before, during, and after. Having a baby is such a defining moment in a woman’s and/or a couple’s life; Susie thoroughly prepares you for this amazing miracle, and then she is physically and emotionally with you the whole way. She educates you, encourages you, coaches you, coaches your husband on how to coach you, and even takes over when you (or he) think you can’t handle anymore, saying, “You’re doing just fine,” and because of the level of trust you have built with her, you totally believe her and then you are doing just fine! The personal relationship Johnny and I have built with her through our home visits, phone calls, and obviously, the birth experiences themselves, has been and continues to be Immeasurable! Every year on each of my kids’ birthdays, I think of sending her flowers! I cannot recommend her highly enough!” – Gina Peacock Byrd

A Dad’s Perspective

“Susie exemplifies what it means to be called to something and do it extremely well. I saw in her a love for her calling, and a love for her work. She’s also an angel. I say that because as a husband, I saw that God sent her to help me just as much as to help my wife Jen! Susie was just as much a comfort to me as she was to her, and she always showed that she cared about my experience as much as she did about Jen’s. As our doula, she made me feel important and needed, and educated me for my role in the labor and delivery process. Going into delivery, I felt completely prepared because of Susie’s empowering methods and education. Susie Meeks is the best at what she does. When you hire her services, she’s not just doing a job, she gives you something that 99% of the world just doesn’t give you anymore – she cares.” – Andy Hubbard

A Daughter’s Perspective

“Susie is my favorite midwife, and my mom!!! Of course, I love her as my mother, but I especially appreciate her as my midwife with both of my births. She was such an encouragement to me throughout labor and even tough at times, but I will always be thankful for her tender care.  Honestly, if you live in the Nashville area, look up Susie Meeks, CPM-TN. Actually, ask someone who has had a home birth and chances are, you’ll hear her name, as well as people singing her praises. Strictly speaking as a client, she is the real deal.” – Bethany Robbins

A Grandmothers’ Perspective

“I was able to be at seven births that Susie attended as midwife; the births of two of my grandchildren, my niece and nephew, and three of a dear friends’ children. Susie is truly a gifted midwife who exudes compassion and kindness and brings a sense of peace when she walks into the room. My grandson’s birth was one of the most emotional, intense experiences of my life – yet I had no anxiety whatsoever due to my complete trust in Susie’s competence and experience as a midwife. I am forever grateful for the excellent way she has cared for my family.” – Rita Elders

“Susie Meeks has been midwife / doula for all 3 of my grandchildren. Susie was such a comfort coaching my daughter’s first labor and delivery in the hospital that my daughter wanted a home birth for her second and third with Susie. I was very impressed with Susie’s knowledge, expertise, professionalism. She is very compassionate and in tune with the mother during labor and delivery. I believe that is why my daughter had such a successful pregnancy labor and delivery. I credit Susie with giving the whole family a wonderful experience.” – Deb Covert