Carlene

8/29/2021

After deciding to have a doula last minute in my pregnancy, Charmaine was flexible and accommodating. We were able to meet twice before giving birth along with emails/text messages back and forth. 

Once labour began, we contacted Charmaine promptly and she arrived in perfect timing before the pain amped up. During labour, she assisted myself and partner through each contraction,  trying several strategies to support me best. She did a great job in gauging how my partner was feeling and gently guided him to support me.

When active labour began, it was nice to have someone like Charmaine to be another support person alongside of my partner and midwives, even if it was simply being present and calm or using techniques to help me focus. She helped to create a positive and calm environment during this process.

Charmaine is personal, intuitive and has a gentle approach, as well as an ability to form relationships quickly and helped my partner feel comfortable.

Charmaine served as a great support after birth, staying until I was comfortable in bed and the midwife completed all of their tasks. She offered and provided additional support post partum through checking in a couple days later and in person breastfeeding support.