Testimonial for Shannon Mathews CD(DONA), CVD (TVL)
From our very first call, Shannon demonstrated genuine warmth, deep technical knowledge, and years of experience. We signed up immediately to support the birth of our second child.
During that initial conversation, we shared that our first birth involved a very long, multi-day induction. We were clear about the challenges and concerns we hoped to avoid this time, and Shannon carried those priorities with her throughout the entire labor and delivery process.
Her respectful, collaborative approach was extremely well received by the medical team at the hospital. Throughout labor, she offered thoughtful observations and recommendations that aligned seamlessly with clinical care and helped all of us troubleshoot in real time—particularly when we were facing the possibility of a cesarean section. Shannon’s calm, steady, and compassionate presence was deeply reassuring during an otherwise stressful moment. Thanks in large part to her support, we were ultimately able to deliver vaginally, for which we are incredibly grateful.
Postpartum, her guidance and expertise around breastfeeding were equally invaluable. In short, we recommend Shannon without reservation to anyone seeking knowledgeable, compassionate, and highly skilled doula support
-Mehreen
December 17, 2025
Shannon Mathews CD(DONA), CVD (TVL)
Nova Birth Services
Birth Fee: $1550 to $3500
Postpartum Rate: $50
