Testimonial for Shaman Tomecas, CHD(The Matrona)
My experience with Tomecas was amazing! We didn't meet until very late in my 3rd trimester and at the time I was not convinced that I would pursue a natural birth. I had a couple of friends that had done it, but part of me thought they were crazy for even considering it :) I mean, who would subject themselves to that type of discomfort....and willingly :)
And then I met Tomecas. She was going to be my collegemate's doula, who was delivering a month before me. My collegemate raved about her, so I became interested and opened my ears (and conscience) to the idea of natural birth. Tomecas kept reminding us not to think about it as "pain" but instead as pressure. And she kept saying that our bodies were designed to give birth. Well I believed her! And I'm so glad I did. I figured other woman had done it, then I could too. Plus, I had endured bad cramps before so I figured contractions could be doable (at least I hoped lol)
Well like I said, I put my hope in Tomecas. Barely even knew her at the time, but once I spoke to her one-on-one I instantly connected with her and felt like I was talking to an old friend. Something about her spirit is very soothing and down-to-earth. I could tell instantly that she was knowledgeable (has past nursing experience) and I also appreciated that she just wanted the best for her clients (she wasn't pushy or trying to push her business on me, she just wanted the best for me).
Well my birth story ended up being so amazaing. This FTM that decided on natural birth at 35 weeks, ended up going into labor at 38 weeks. I had missed my childbirth prep class and everything! But Tomecas came and coached me on the job with breathing/pushing, and my beautiful baby boy was born in 4 hours! She and my husband coached me thru every contraction, every push and I never felt alone. I couldn't have imagined a more amazing experience. I am so grateful she showed me to trust my body and pursue natural birth.
-Michelle King
June 25, 2014
Shaman Tomecas, CHD(The Matrona)
Omorose Blessings LLC
Birth Fee: $1500 to $3000
