Testimonial for Julie Pichon
I am so glad Julie was my doula. I intereviewed several doulas, and I could tell after meeting Julie that she would be a good match. She came prepared and had questions for me and was happy to answer my questions as well. She listened really well, which I felt was essential. She has a calm and caring demeanor. I could tell that it was important to her to support me in what I wanted. She wasn't there to force her thoughts and ideas on me, which I appreciated.
I was anxious about giving birth - this was my first time, and while I really wanted to give birth naturally, I wasn't sure I could do it. Julie encouraged me to have confidence in myself and she recommended a couple books that were really helpful.
She met with me twice for visits to get to know my husband and me and to practice things that might help during my daughter's birth. After each interaction with Julie, I felt calmer and more ready to give birth.
She came to my home when I was in labor and then went with us to the hospital. The whole time she was a calm and supportive presence. I think she helped my husband as much as me. She offered helpful suggestions during the birth that I didn't feel pressured to take if I didn't want to.
Julie does this job because she loves people and loves the miracle of birth. She never said that to me -- I could tell it by her stories of births and her support and care for me during my pregnancy and birthing time. I think you'll be glad if you get lucky enough to have Julie as your doula!
-Elizabeth Roth
December 21, 2013
Julie Pichon
Birth by Design
Birth Fee: $1200 to $1400
Postpartum Rate: $25
