Hannah T.



There are so many wonderful things to say about Stephanie but her HEART is her best quality. She really helped me in the darkest time in my life. I was 10 weeks away from giving birth to our second child when my husband passed away tragically in a car accident. So much fell in my lap from being a stay at home mom of one to suddenly becoming a single parent of a 2 year old girl and a little boy on the way with no income to provide for us, on top of the debilitating grief that overtook my life and body. I made a few smart choices along those first couple of weeks after my husband's passing, one was getting in with an amazing therapist who had tons of resources. My therapist reached out to her doula network about anyone being willing to take on my case to help a mom in desperate need. At the time, I had no idea what a doula was or how services like that could really benefit us. Stephanie took my case without question, with reservations I met with Stephanie and all of my apprehensions melted away. Stephanie mentioned in our first meeting that my story spoke to her heart as she had some life experiences that felt familiar in ways to mine and because of that she helped me at no cost. I could not believe the amount of generosity she showed to a complete stranger but was so thankful for her huge heart in those moments. Stephanie continued to blow me away with her thoughtfulness by bringing small gifts for both of my kids and made my oldest feel extra special by spending time with her doing crafts and coloring during each visit my daughter was present. Still months after the loss of my spouse I struggled to eat, not just the act of eating but the task of making something for myself after being pulled in so many directions with 2 small kids on my own and living on naps with a newborn's sleep schedule. Stephanie made me quick grab items to eat like peanut butter chocolate chip protein balls, baked oatmeal and some type of pasta salad every time she visited so I would have quick options that required a minimal amount of effort for me to eat. Stephanie would sit with me and talk about life while folding laundry and helping with my son. She showed me tricks to help him with some challenges he had related to gas and formula intolerance. I cherish those times of just having an adult to talk with, she even recommended some unique grief help that has made such a huge difference in my life. Stephanie did a craft with my kids for me for my first Mother's Day without my husband and it was the most touching gift I have ever received for me to be thought of in that way. I eventually became mostly comfortable with my circumstances and no longer felt desperate for her help almost simultaneously with her giving me the news that her family was moving to Texas (almost 1000 miles away from me). God put her in the right place for me and also moved her to her next adventure as he eased my heart into my new role in life. She welcomed me into her home and gave me tons of staple groceries and some toys for the kids before she left, along with her family giving me some essentially brand new furniture. Since her moving she has kept in contact with me and has even sent the kids gifts. She text me periodically and on each holiday to send warm wishes. We even had a visit set up where she was coming back my way to visit some family. I was disappointed that it did not work out for us to connect due to the hurricanes in Texas but sometimes that is how life goes. I am forever grateful for Stephanie's undenyable kindness, generosity and huge heart. Without her I know I would have had a much rougher start to my new life. It is rare that you get to meet such a sweet soul who genuinely wants to help with no expectation in return. She is truly a gift from God. -Hannah Templeton