HAPPY CLIENTS, HAPPY PARENTS
extended testimonials and reviews from past clients
Working with Djassi was a lifesaver. Having our second baby, we were nervous about navigating all the challenges of postpartum while also caring for our 3 year old and infant. During my first postpartum, I experienced what many first time moms do; sleepless nights, struggles with nursing, PPA, and so much more. I feared that the second time, knowing what I experienced the first time, was going to make all of this so much harder and so much worse. Djassi took all that anxiety away. The communication was clear and fast, no hoops to jump through, no confusing language to navigate. I really felt taken care of and like we were a team from the very start and I had found my village who could help me.
We knew she was going to be the right fit for our family. Her approach was kind, but informed. Her many years of experience gave us assurance that we were in the right hands. Welcoming Djassi into our home felt like having a sister come stay with us while we embarked on the newest part of our journey as a family.
I struggled breastfeeding my first child and wound up having a terrible case of mastitis that left my nipple torn and unrecovered, until I met Djassi. On the first night together, she asked me if I wanted or planned to nurse and I explained that I was still recovering from the first time and wasn't keen on it because of the trauma I still carried both physically and mentally. Djassi offered a listening ear and healing ointments, should that be a path I was wanting to explore. I ultimately decided to give it a go because I had the support around me for however that turned out and not only did Djassi physically heal my nipple after 3+ years of discomfort, but she healed the mental block I had because of my previous experience. Because of her, I was able to nurse our baby and without any issue, allowing for a bond I never experienced with our first. I am beyond grateful for that.
Every time Djassi would come, we felt our shoulders relax and the deep breaths we were able to release because we knew our baby, as well as ourselves, were taken care of. I never expected to enjoy postpartum, as you know it's mostly about surviving, but I can say with my whole heart that this experience was beautiful, restful, and allowed our family to thrive.
I will forever be fortunate to have Djassi by our side, offering the care and support every single person deserves during the most vulnerable time of their lives. Whether it's your first baby or your last, having a village behind you makes all the difference and we see that reflected in our baby. A million thank yous' aren't enough to express our gratitude, so we welcome you as you did us, into our family for many years to come so we can tell you over and over again how special you are to us.
-Laura Deangelis Oladeji, Queens, NYC (September - November 2025)
My name is Michelle and I’m a first time mom to a beautiful baby boy named Logan. Djassi was one of the amazing Doulas I had the pleasure of having during my postpartum recovery. She was a breath of fresh air. I was so anxious and confused with breast feeding. She reassured me it was all going to work out. She was patient and gave me helpful and knowledgeable tips on how to get my baby to latch properly. It felt impossible at the time. With all she taught me I was able to finally breast feed the little boy that I thought would never latch. We are now 5 months into this breast feeding era. I feel so powerful being able to feed my son with my body. It feels magical! Djassi is absolutely the best!! I’m forever grateful.
Michelle, NYC (August 2025)
As a first-time mom, Djassi was an instrumental part of my transition to motherhood in my first few weeks postpartum. She provided comfort and support, helping with latching and positioning during breastfeeding, preparing sitz bath bottles, and keeping an attentive eye on our newborn, which let me have the time for much needed self-care and recovery. Djassi’s many years of experience as well as her own personal anecdotes gave us a high degree of trust. I feel that I was able to heal faster with Djassi’s help and our whole family appreciates everything Djassi has done for us!
Kathy, NYC (June 2025)
My name is Chris, and I'm honored to share this testimonial for our doula, Djassi Johnson. Djassi was absolutely phenomenal to work with from pregnancy through postpartum. She brought warmth, professionalism, and a deeply grounded presence that made all the difference for our family. She communicated clearly, advocated for us when needed, and created a space where we always felt supported, informed, and cared for. Her calm, steady energy and expertise helped us move through each stage with confidence and ease.
We truly loved working with Djassi, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a doula who needs a person with compassion, wisdom, and unwavering support, Djassi is amazing. I really, really, really recommend working with her. Thank you.
Chris & Katie, Brooklyn, NYC (November 2024)
Djassi is a divine healer and wealth of knowledge! I couldn’t have had anyone better to usher me into the world of pregnancy as a first time mother. I was in it, but I didn’t feel OF IT and ON IT until I was connected to resources through Djassi’s network. She is great at finding the healthiest, most spiritually aligned-but still accessible way, and if that’s not for you she will pivot, she is nothing if not malleable — and adjusts to your needs. I would absolutely recommend her to any new mom that comes my way!
Kalae, Brooklyn, NYC (January 2025)
“Djassi takes care of you. She does everything! In one short visit. Her list includes - the dishes, a super nutritious smoothie, baby feed, changed and diapered, a bath for Mum, nap for Mum & dinner made from scratch. I would get very deep sleep without that edge of anxiety from being a new Mum.
Having family, even the most wonderful family does not always give you what you need in terms of help. Djassi had 2 priorities 1) You 2) Baby. She is not shy about running interference. Your family/ friends/ spouse/ nurse/ doctors may not always understand/meet your needs. Where others had suggestions, opinions or questions, Djassi just took care of things. I would say crossing off the list but honestly it is just done - no list to discuss.
Djassi has very good energy and is naturally empathetic. As a pending/new Mum this was essential in building my confidence. It was very grounding & a major factor for me in the birthing room. She helped me push - more, harder, longer - while being able to help me communicate with the doctors & nurses. It is very important as you may not be in in the best state to advocate for yourself. I was exhausted and in pain. Djassi reassured me that I could carry the baby a bit longer, push a few more times, ignore some points of difference with hospital staff and that I was doing okay with the new baby. She essentially saved me from having a C section as the doctor mentioned it several times. This was very important to me. She is a very reassuring presence.
Bonus extras that I won’t go into at length included wonderful photographs, visits to the hospital with amazing non hospital food. Accompanying me on pre and post natal visits. Picking up different pads at the pharmacy when the ones I had did not work out the was I wanted (minor fussy stuff that gave me peace of mind). Grocery shopping. And food. She made an amazing vegetable stew, and amazing lasagna and after our last visit it was like she was still present nourishing us from my fridge, freezer and the little gifts she left about that just made being a new mum that much easier.
This is difficult to write because I have so much to catalog. Thanks Djassi!”
Gracelda , Zimbabwe (NYC, Feb 2020)
The minute I saw Djassi I knew she was the Doula for me. As she naturally operates in a firm loving and caring manner that allows for one to place great trust in her. In my most vulnerable moments Djassi was able to act quickly, take the reins, advocate for me and weigh in on crucial life/death decision making.
Her strength and serenity was comforting and contagious even in a time of fear and great confusion. I will always remember Djassi's strength and light, when recalling the birth experience of my child and would highly recommend her for any first time mothers or difficult births.
-Karen, (NYC, 2017)
“Djassi was an immeasurable help during and after the birth of my second child. Even though it was my second time 'around the block' she helped me organize and prepare for the coming arrival which seemed all the more difficult with a 2 year old toddling around the house. There was less fan fare but she was a godsend as I was overwhelmed and only slightly prepared. With Djassi's help I was able to rest, de-stress, and welcome the new baby with open arms.”
Zuhirah, (NYC 2015)
“Djassi came into my home and essentially organized it to be "baby ready." I had twins and really not a clue, so her expertise in how to organize my home was undeniably essential. From how to store baby milk to where to put diapers and wipes to how to cure teething with amber necklaces, her knowledge was very extensive and she had a very caring touch.”
Rozz (NYC 2011)
I met Djassi at a mama-and-baby store called “The Milk Bar” that I had just discovered while living with my new husband in Rome, Italy less than 2 weeks after giving birth to my first child. I was attending my first La Leche league meeting after several friends told me there would be an international community of support. As a newlywed, with my first child, far away from my home I was more overwhelmed than I would admit.
Djassi walked in at the end of the meeting and connected with several of us immediately with her warm effervescence. I told her stories about my Italian mother-in-law had puréed chicken and tried to put it in my bottle and she offered to come over and speak her (impeccable!) Italian to advocate for me whenever I need it.
Djassi did that and more! I didn't even realize that my son was having a latch problem until after the second time we met she showed me a technique that her mother taught her that allowed him to get more nipple and therefore, milk in his mouth and eased my nipple pain in a week. I actually thought it was supposed to hurt that much! She went above and beyond her job meeting me in my moments of need and even sending provisions and gifts via her friends when she couldn't be present.
That was one of the reasons why I stalked her for years and am a super fan. She was my Doula and has grown into a cherished friend. I brag about her to all of my “mamma tribe” so that they know that they can demand and require that level of Doula when they are interviewing and preparing for their next child.
Djassi’s empathy and ease in any environment — even being a foreigner herself— made me feel so much more comfortable, as a mother and as a woman navigating new rules in a new place and owning my motherhood.
We are forever connected, and I will always be grateful that she was sent my way like an angel. My mother-in-law even fell in line with her guidance and fell in love with with her! Lei e Bravissima!!!
Anne, ex-pat, Rome, Italy (2005)
Djassi has a remarkable sixth sense when it comes to aiding women during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. Her unwavering strength and bottomless empathy were great sources of peace for me during the births of my two daughters. She not only came to my house bearing gifts such as breast pumps and nipple creams as well as introducing me to an environmentally suitable diapering system, but she sewed my shower curtain for me when I was going through the extreme nesting impulses days before my first baby arrived. There is nothing she wouldn’t do to assure a new mother.
In the delivery room, Djassi was completely in tune with the birthing process and was able to provide the unwavering female support that I needed. She was calm and intuitive yet enthusiastic and full of positive warmth.
After the births, I realized the importance of postpartum visits when Djassi’s support continued long after the last visitors stopped coming. Sometimes it would be a phone call with just the words that I needed to hear to get me through the endless days and nights of nursing a newborn and sometimes it would be a jumbo sandwich and cute little something for the baby to wear.
Djassi’s personal touches are what set her apart from other doulas. She is ready for any new situation and makes each one all the more fun. I would absolutely hire her to assist me if I decide to have another baby.
Cresta (NYC 2003)
