Testimonial for Marcia Mattern, CD (DONA)
With my first child I had an epidural and wasn't satisfied with my experience. So for my second one I wanted to go all natural. My sister had a good experience with Marcia so I contacted her to set up a meeting. Immediately she put me at ease. I was nervous and didn't really know what my options were or what I wanted. She walked me through all my options, the best place to deliver and listened to all my uneducated questions! She gave me homework on what I needed to decide and put on my birth plan including many resources for things I should know. In the months leading up to my delivery she was so understanding and took all my texts of me freaking out about different things! As far as the actual delivery she was very helpful. I really couldn't have done it without her. She was so calm and relaxed. From helping me with food and water, to rubbing my back, to coaching me into different positions. She was great! She knew my birth plan and encouraged me to stay on track or gave me a nudge when I was forgetful in the moment on what I wanted. I remember specifically when I was pushing the doctor wasn't there on time so the nurses were panicking, marcia was so calm telling me I was doing great! it helped so much!!I had a normal, uncomplicated delivery. After the birth she stayed with me for over an hour, helping with breastfeeding and making sure I was doing great! Her friendship and advise have still been there for me even now 6 weeks later. I highly recommend her! She goes above and beyond!
-Hannah Garlisch
November 12, 2014
Marcia Mattern, CD (DONA)
Your Doula Marcia Mattern
Birth Fee: $1700
