Testimonial for Meg McCarthy
As soon as I came to the conclusion that I wanted a VBAC (vaginal birth after c-section) I knew that I would need a doula. After scouring the Internet for a doula and not finding one my husband and I could agree on, I randomly met Meg at a La Leche League meeting and knew it would be a good fit. From the very beginning Meg was extremely supportive and encouraging when it came to me achieving the birth that I wanted. She told me I was strong enough to forego the epidural...and this was BIG for me bc for a long time I was extremely hesitant to go unmedicated. She encouraged me through a less than desirable medical diagnosis (gestational diabetes) and was always there for any questions I had a long the way.
Additionally, any pregnant woman knows the last few days of a pregnancy can seem like an eternity and It was nice to be able to talk to Meg during this time just to be able to share my thoughts. When I finally did go into labor everything went SUPER fast, my water broke and our daughter was born less than an hour later. Dear husband forgot to tell Meg we were heading to the hospital so she wasn't able to make it in time for the birth but she arrived shortly after and stuck around for quite some time and even chatted with my family.
Looking back I wouldn't change a thing about my birth, hiring Meg gave me the confidence I needed to have a totally natural birth and ultimately the VBAC that I soooooo desired. I would recommend her to my very best friend and anyone else.
-Jessica Edmonds
January 05, 2015
Meg McCarthy
Compass Birth Services
Birth Fee: $1200
Postpartum Rate: $40
