Testimonial for Sue Chargo, ICBD, ICCE, (ICEA) Doula, Educator, Lactation Counselor, Doula Trainer
As first-time parents, my wife and I had no idea what to expect from labor and delivery. Hiring Sue was one of the best decisions we made.
Her support started long before the hospital. She helped us build our birth plan so that when the big day came, we didn't have to think about anything except getting through delivery — Sue handled the rest, including all the communication with our nurses and doctors. That advocacy alone was worth it.
My wife's goal was an unmedicated delivery, and she crushed it — and Sue is a huge reason it was achievable. She coached us through different positions and breathing exercises, kept cold washcloths coming for comfort, and counted my wife through every contraction during pushing. Because Sue was managing all of that, I was able to stay right at my wife's side holding her hand the entire time. As a husband, I can't overstate what that meant.
What sets Sue apart is her attitude: ultra-positive without being unrealistic or over-bubbly. She's calm, deeply knowledgeable, and her energy alone helped carry us through the hardest moments. And her care didn't stop at delivery — she checked in on us constantly by text during pregnancy and still does now, weeks after our son was born.
I'd recommend Sue to absolutely anyone, but especially first-time parents. If you're on the fence: hire her.
-Sarah & Mark Hanowski
August 17, 2026
Birth Fee: $2000 to $3250
Postpartum Rate: $45 to $50
