Testimonial for Anne Schuchman
We decided to have a doula on the later side (35 weeks) and met with Anne and a few others. Anne stood out though and her email response to our post was very thorough and genuine. It was a thoughtful response and I felt comfortable with her right away. She was very honest about not having delivered at our hospital before and her potential conflicts due to another client.
After we met with Anne, we found out that our baby was transverse. The ECV was unsuccessful at 37 weeks, I was scheduled for a c-section and decided a doula was not necessary. However, we kept in touch with her and she was very responsive to any questions I had and also emailed us with any helpful information she found. I had mentioned to her that if the baby did turn, then we wanted her service if she was available. When I went in for my C-section, we learned that the baby had turned so we were able to go home and plan for a natural delivery. I reached out to Anne right away.
Long story short, I went into labor naturally for a vaginal delivery but had to switch to a c section in the end due to our baby's positioning. However, I did labor for almost 12 hours and Anne was very helpful with encouragement, massage, and giving my husband a break as needed. As I heard various updates, she looked things up on her phone for additinal information and helped me think through my options instead of being persuaded by the doctor (who was not my doctor).
Yes, my husband and I could have managed on our own but having someone who really knew the labor process and to provide guidance was a huge help and kept us calm. I think it is definitely an investment worth making and we'll go back to Anne if we have a baby #2 in the near future. She's still in touch with us and I feel like I can reach out with any questions which an invaluable resource.
-David Brown
September 25, 2013
Anne Schuchman
Mamma Mia Doula Services
Birth Fee: $1850 to $3750
Postpartum Rate: $55 to $75
