"One of your biggest gifts was your sensitivity and invisibility. Even though you were so present, it felt like we were alone… you captured such great moments, and edited the video with such love."
-- Maya & Tal Karasso(2001)
"You managed to capture the subtle nuances of movement and feelings, while being as unobtrusive as the candles and music that created the atmosphere in our home… You truly captured the essence of Shirel’s birth beautifully."
-- Ronit Berrebi (2004)
"Even though the doctor was skeptical about having an extra person in the busy delivery room, your inconspicuous, professional manner was never questioned. We were so moved and happy when watching the birth movie. The music and overall feel was perfect! Thanks to you we can relive one of the most miraculous days of our lives – the birth of our son."
-- Sharon & Adam Purkiss (2005)
"Thank YOU for being with us and filming Taya's arrival. It was an absolute pleasure having you there."
-- Tommy Fields (2006)
Woodland Hills, CA
"We are so glad we met Jodie. From the moment I first watched one of her birth movies, I knew I also wanted to have our memories of this once-in-a-lifetime moment kept in such a beautiful way. I had to convince my husband who wasn't so sure it was a good idea, but now when all the family watches Aiden’s birth together, my husband is thrilled that we had it filmed by Jodie.”
“I have to give my wife credit for having this great idea since the very beginning. At first I was a little skeptical and didn’t see the need of filming the birth. For me, the birth was supposed to be intimate. Now I can say that having Jodie with us did not disturb our intimacy. Her filming has allowed me to share the birth with my wife and our close family on a regular basis. Now I can objectively see what a beautiful moment that was.”
-- Catherine & Modeste (2006)
Parents of Terence & Aiden
"Jodie's work is art. Her filming is sensitive and all encompassing. She films with the eyes of the entire family and the new soul coming in. Her colors, music and sounds tell the story that you will watch over and over and share with your children."
-- Gurmukh Kaur Khalsa
Golden Bridge
"Jodie's birth videos are so enticing and intimate that I was moved to tears of joy while watching them. What a gift to witness your own birth! I couldn’t think of a more sensitive and artistic person than Jodie to document this sacred time."
-- Alisha Tamburri
HypnoBirthing® Instructor, Hypnotherapist
"Jodie is able to capture so artfully what words can never accomplish. Often, after the moment of birth is over, the memory of the journey is replaced with the abundance of the present. Having this vision of the experience truly validates the effort it takes to arrive, while connecting the new child to his/her own first moments in this world. It is truly a gift that will last a lifetime. Jodie is extremely talented and her energy is a delight to share such sacred space with."
-- Aleksandra Evanguelidi
Midwife-Doula, Nutritionist-Herbalist
"I have been showing one of Jodie's birth movies during my presentation of “The Sensuality of Birth” in Mexico City, Florida and at the CAPPA conference in Anaheim. The audience of Childbirth Educators, Doulas, Labor Nurses, Midwives, and Physicians gave her movie rousing applause... what a beautiful movie she made. It depicted more beautifully than I could ever in words describe how very sensuous birth is. I truly appreciated showing her beautiful birth, and the professional audience likewise showed their warm reactions. WHAT JOY!!!"
-- Pamela Shrock PhD
Long Island, NY
"I saw your birth movie "Shirel's Birth" at the CAPPA Conference. I was so drawn-in by this video. I agree with Pamela, it captures the sensuality of birth to a tee. I truly believe that your birth movies would be such a freeing influence to many women and their husbands. You have done such a beautiful job. Congratulations!”
-- Alina Hamrick, Student Midwife
Victorville, CA
"Jodie not only brings her amazing professional skills as a filmmaker to a birth, but she also brings her beautiful presence, keeping the family space sacred and peaceful…"
"Jodie, it was amazing to see your new births. I am so impressed by your work, and how sensitive you are to the whole process. This is amazing footage that needs to be seen by all women."
-- Ana Paula Markel ICCE, CD(DONA)
Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified Doula
Toluca Lake, CA
"I just think it's one of the most beautiful labor and births I've ever seen. I'd love to use it for my own inspiration to be free to move, sway, dance, and birth however I need to! Thank you so much!"
-- Emy Porter, L.M.T., ICD
Licensed Massage Therapist and Certified Doula
Phoenix, AZ
"Your birth movie WAS AWESOME!!!!!! It shows all the beauty of birthing, and that is so hard for me to show my students with many of the birth videos. Yours is WAY up there."
-- Mireille Halley, Childbirth Education
LA/Orange County, CA
"I was really impressed with your quiet reverence at the birth. You
were supportive and definitely a part of the birth, but never seemed intrusive. I wish you all the best and hope that you experience many
more birthings!!"
-- Katie Wise
Birth Doula & Pre & Post Natal Yoga Instructor
"Jodie's sensitivity to the subtle moments of a birth, combined with her respectful awareness of the birthing couples needs, creates a beautiful and intimate window into the experience of birth."
-- Jennifer Dudley
Childbirth Educator, Co-Founder of The Nest
"Thank you for your beautiful birthing tapes, I showed one to my class
last week, and they were amazed and commented on the beauty of your work."
-- Caitlin Philips, M.A., C.Ht., MT
Hypno-Birth Educator, Hypno-Doula, Cert. Midwife Assistant
Media
Article in Shalom L.A.
- June 2005
IBN Chai – an interview with Jodie Myers - http://chaionchai.wordpress.com/
