Testimonial for Wendy Gorter, CD(DONA)
When I gave birth to my first son I had a c-section. I was unable to bond, skin to skin or breast feed in the first 8 hours after having him. I was emotional and confused as to why I could not bond with my baby. When my husband and I were preparing for our second child I knew I wanted a DOULA.
When I first met with Wendy prior to my second birth, I expressed to her that I wanted to try for a VBAC simply because I wanted a bonding experience between my baby, husband and I.
Two weeks before my due date my doctor sent me to the hospital for a c-section due to elevated blood pressure. I called Wendy and she met my Husband and I at the Hospital. My Husband and I were both extremely nervous because of our previous experience with our first son's c-section. She assured us that if the baby was ok that I would have skin to skin bonding.
Before the birth, Wendy informed my OBGYN of my birth plan. She also made sure that the doctors did not announce the sex of the baby. My doctor allowed both my husband and Wendy into the operating room. Wendy kept us both so calm. Seconds after the baby was born the nurse placed him directly on my bare chest. Together my husband and I learned we had another son! When the nurse took my son (and my husband) to be cleaned up, Wendy stayed by my head so I wasn't alone.
In recovery, Wendy assisted me with the "breast crawl". The baby latched on only about an hour after birth. She stayed with my husband and I until I was ready for her to leave.
With the help of Wendy, I was able to have an enjoyable birth experience! Everything I wanted as far as bonding I was able to achieve. I would recommend Wendy to anyone! I had a wonderful experience with her and I plan on using her for my future births!
-Steve and Ali Bogertman
May 12, 2014
Wendy Gorter, CD(DONA)
Embrace Doula Care
Birth Fee: $1800 to $2400
