Testimonial for Scarlett Lynsky
I was anxious about natural childbirth because I had heard lots of negative stories. My experience, though, was very positive, very much because of Scarlett's help and support.
My husband and I are private people who don't like to ask for help, so we were reluctant about hiring a doula. Scarlett was a perfect fit for us: Professional but low-key, with no agenda except to listen, support us and help us make informed decisions. She met us at our home twice before the birth, and twice after.
My water broke about 1am or so, and the hospital instructed me to come in. Scarlett was at my house within 40 minutes, providing immediate support. My labor really started to intensify before we had left for the hospital, and Scarlett was indispensible helping us get on our way, remembering everything.
Once at the hospital, Scarlett was amazing at being there whenever we needed her, and in the background when we didn't - she has a sixth sense for this. My labor was intense from when we arrived right up to transition about 10am. I had no idea I was in transition, and didn't want an exam because I was afraid they were going to tell me I was only at 4cm or something. Scarlett could tell I was in transition, though, and in her signature low-key way indicated this to the hospital nurses. Sure enough, I was fully dialated at 10cm. Scarlett was there through out the birth, and provided help with my first try at nursing.
I can't say enough good things about her. We would definitely use her services again, and recommend her highly.
-Wendie Siverts
August 09, 2010
Scarlett Lynsky
Hatchlings Doula Svc & Portland Doula Collective
Birth Fee: $1800 to $2800
