Testimonial for Donna Rigert
The instant my wife and I met Donna we knew there was something incredibly special, generous, and wise about her and that she would be the one to help us bring our first child into this world. She came to our home with a ton of positive energy, an openness to understand our desires for our child’s birth, and the knowledge to get us there in a meaningful way. Having a baby was all new to us, so the passion and insight Donna provided was invaluable!
During the last 3 months of pregnancy, Donna made herself available to us 24/7. We could contact her with any questions or concerns. She regularly provided us with useful information about pregnancy-friendly foods, bonding with the baby in utero (for the mother and co-parent), and what to expect during labor and after delivery. She worked with us to create a birth plan that met our expectations.
I could go on about the services that Donna provided for us, but at the heart of what we appreciated (and needed) the most is the partnership she formed with us to get our daughter here. She was there for us. She was there for us in ways that we didn’t even know we needed someone to be there for us—pre-labor, during labor, and at delivery. And although my wife was the one pregnant, Donna made sure that I felt involved, included, and cared for as well. There was never a conversation between Donna and I that she didn’t inquire about how I was doing or what I needed. Those small details and acts of thoughtfulness go a long way when you’re hitting the home stretch of a pregnancy.
Having a child—whether it is your first or fifth—is a monumental moment in life. It changes you forever. Donna not only assisted us through this life-changing event, but she also shared in it with us. She will forever be a part of the beautiful story of our daughter being born in the most cherished way possible.
With sincerity,
--Gia & Indya
-Gia Graves
December 12, 2014
Donna Rigert
Doula Donna Denver
Birth Fee: $1600
Postpartum Rate: $40 to $45
