"Many years ago, I was a mother delivering a baby without a partner and lacking much support. I strongly believe every mother should have a village of support available to her during birth and after - whatever her situation. We must get back to being a culture that nurtures each other."  -Julianne Curtis

"It is the continuous presence, kindness, reassurance, encouragement, comfort ​and the "mothering" that relieves the woman's pain and fear."​