Testimonial for Midwest Doulas- Doulas, Placenta Encapsulation
If you’re on the fence about hiring a doula like we were, don’t be—especially if you’re considering Justine and her team. We hired Justine for our second pregnancy because I was high-risk, on Lovenox, and managing gestational diabetes, and an unmedicated birth felt right for us. With my first pregnancy, I had no complications and chose an epidural, so my husband was very skeptical about needing a doula this time, especially since our first delivery went so smoothly.
What ultimately made us move forward was knowing that my husband, being a very logical person, wouldn’t be able to give me the emotional support I’d need during labor. After meeting Justine on a video call, everything instantly felt right. She was warm, supportive, and confident from the start, and she was the only doula who genuinely believed I could have an unmedicated birth—especially considering how quickly my first labor progressed with an epidural. She also reassured my husband that her support was just as much for him as it was for me.
Throughout the pregnancy, Justine and her team answered every question and helped me navigate every curveball. No matter what came up, she was there with guidance, resources, and a listening ear.
On delivery day, I delivered our baby girl in under an hour—completely unmedicated, just as we hoped. Even though there were moments when I wanted to give up, Justine’s calm presence and steady, encouraging voice helped me push through. It ended up being the most magical birth experience I’ve ever had, and I still can’t believe I did it. Hiring her was truly one of the best decisions we made.
-Meky Wong
December 02, 2025
Birth Fee: $2000 to $5000
Postpartum Rate: $55
