Claire Potvin

4/18/2024

When Ange finished her training and I had just found out we were pregnant with our third it felt like divine timing. My partner and I had never been able to hire a doula in the past if I could go back, after the care I received with Ange, I would find a way. I really cannot put into words how drastically different this birth was from my previous ones. Ange was always a phone call away, seemingly knowing when my anxiety was creeping in she would send me information that was helpful, and come over to ensure my partner and I had all the tools in our tool box to have a peaceful and redemptive  birth. She brought physical tools, such as a rebozo and walked us through how it works and a light to create a peaceful calming environment, and many more things that helped me feel confident going into birth with multiple pain coping strategies. During the birth, her touch was honestly magical. She arrived with a delicious and nutritious homemade smoothie in hand and a knowing smile on her face.  Her presence alone gave me a surge of energy I needed to feel confident, she applied counter pressure, gave me massages and rubbed cannabis oil on my feet all to relieve pain, she made sure I was constantly hydrated and ensured that my partner Jordan was taking care of himself and me. Her presence was so peaceful and her touch so healing that I didnt feel like I was actually in active labour untill I was 7 cm and in transition. At that point she took some beautiful photos and videos for us to look back at, per my request. Postpartum, she checked in on us all the time making sure I had everything I needed, she took my two big kids for me, made me meals, and held my baby so I could do some self care when needed. This isn't even half of what she did for us I am so thankful for her expertise, her trust in me, her warm and healing touch. I truly would never want to give birth without her present again.