Testimonial for Adriana Babler, Ph.D., CD(DONA)
My husband and I hired Adriana to assist with our first pregnancy and birth of our son. We didn't have many friends with children, but had researched how having a doula as a support creates a more positive pregnancy and birthing experience. After researching a few other local doulas, it was an easy choice to go with Adriana. She was so warm and knowledgeable when we met her for the consultation. She made us both feel at ease.
Throughout the pregnancy, she was available by email, text and phone whenever I needed to talk. She also teaches a prenatal yoga class that I attended regularly and she made sure to speak with me before or after class if I had any questions or concerns. When I had a concern with my pregnancy and couldn't get the communication I needed from my doctor's office, Adriana was there every day, by phone and email, to check in with me. She even referred me to a midwife that I ended up becoming a patient of and I couldn't have been happier with the results.
Though my birthing experience did not go as I had planned (my water broke before contractions started and I ended up on antibiotics and pitocin), if Adriana were not part of it, I'm not sure how my husband and I would have managed. Having her there certainly relieved some of the stress of the experience, especially since my labor was a long one. My husband hadn't slept much the night before and was so thankful that Adriana was with us so he was able to get some sleep from time to time. She was able to guide him on how best to help me and they took turns holding my hand and messaging my back and hips. She coached me through breathing techniques when the contractions became stronger and more frequent. Adriana communicated with the midwife for us, keeping her updated on how often I was allowed to walk the hallways and how I was breathing through the contractions.
I had a great team for the birth of my son. My husband and I are so grateful that Adriana was a part of it!
-Maria Petrakos
April 27, 2015
Adriana Babler, Ph.D., CD(DONA)
Serendipity Birthing
Birth Fee: Not specified
Postpartum Rate: Not specified
