Testimonial for McKenna Weaver CLD (MaternityWise)
Kenna was recommended to me by the instructor of my birthing class. When we met, she immediately put my husband and me at ease. It was really important to us that my husband be my main "person" during my birth, but as this was our first child, we also wanted someone there who could prompt us with ideas for relaxation and pain management. It very much felt like hy husband was there to support me, and McKenna was there to support him (and me as well, of course!)
I am one of those people who wants to know as much as possible about a thing, so I very much appreciated McKenna's pre-birth discussion of what a doula can and cannot do, and how the birthing process typically proceeds. Kenna was also very thorough and thoughtful in understanding our birth plan, and it was clear that she would be a great addition in the room.
I wanted to see how much I could do with only nitrous and breathing exercises/meditation - I didn't want to be offered an epidural, but it wasn't off the table either. It was clear at one point that I was ready for an epidural, and Kenna was so great at bringing it up - almost reminding me it was an option without pushing one way or the other. With her and my husband in the room, I felt fully empowered to make decisions for myself and my baby.
McKenna was also a godsend during postpartum. In those first several days after birth, when my milk came in and I felt terrible, it was so reassuring to have someone just a text away (and so responsive!) to be able to ask, is this normal? What should I do about that? She definitely saved me a trip to the doctor (though she also knows her limits when it comes to medical advice!!) Pro tip: get ice packs ready for your breasts, ladies.
All in all, I cannot recommend McKenna enough - if I ever have a second child, I'll absolutely be reaching out to her again!
-Zoe
July 08, 2025
McKenna Weaver CLD (MaternityWise)
Mindful Maternity
Birth Fee: $650 to $1000
Postpartum Rate: $20 to $30
