Testimonial for Rachael Ibarra, BCD
Rachael was our doula for two pregnancies/ births. The first time was during the COVID-19 pandemic. The world felt dangerous and uncertain, but Rachael was a calm, steady presence. We had our baby at Fort Worth Birthing & Wellness Center and Rachael helped to educate us in our quest for an unmedicated birth. We were also moving into our first home which, due to supply chain delays, was not finished until a week after our due date. She was a listening ear when I felt overwhelmed and always knew just what to say to help me recenter and take the challenges in my stride. Baby waited 5 days after the move to make his appearance. We labored for 26 hours and Rachael helped us navigate every step- initially with text support then eventually in person support in our home and finally being part of our team at the birth center. Her support was as impactful for my husband as it was for me. When we found out we were pregnant with our second child, we knew she had to be on our team. Again, she was amazing. My labor was much shorter and without her guidance we might not have made it to the birth center in time. She made calls to the midwives for me and even helped me get out the door and into the car with everything I needed while my husband loaded our son because we had to meet our child care at the birth center. We had a wonderful second birth at FWBC with her steady hands and calm presence. My midwives even commented about what a valuable part of our team she was that day. Her postpartum support was monumental to me as well. I talked with her about my big emotions. She always knows what to say to build you up even in your lowest moments. I could be vulnerable with her in a way I couldn’t be with others. I told about all of our wins too. Rachael has become more than our doula, she is a valued and dear friend. She will be our doula again if we have more children. I can’t imagine a pregnancy, birth, or postpartum journey without her.
-Anna Talley
May 26, 2025
Rachael Ibarra, BCD
Rachael Ibarra Birth Services
Birth Fee: $1750
Postpartum Rate: $40
