Testimonial for DC Birth Doulas, LLC
Originally, my husband and I weren't sure if we wanted a doula and debated having a family member act as a doula instead of hiring an experienced person. I am so incredibly happy that we didn't go that route and that we worked with DC Birth Doulas. They were absolutely incredible. Throughout my pregnancy, Sarah, Sara, and Amy were incredibly helpful providing insight and support and answering questions quickly when I had them. I was also able to borrow a bunch of books from their lending library that helped me prepare for childbirth and caring for a newborn.
I went into labor about a week late. It was a fairly long, difficult labor. Sara B. was on the phone with me from the very beginning. As the pregnancy progressed, she came to my house and helped my husband and I make a plan of action for continuing to cope with the pain at home and when to go to the hospital. Once we arrived at the hospital, she helped navigate what was going on, supported my husband and helped me tremendously. I'm not sure I would have gotten through a natural birth without her!!
Finally, Sara was very supportive after I gave birth. I experienced a few challenges in the week following the birth and Sara was constantly checking in, providing encouragement, and really helped build my confidence as a new mother. I am so grateful for DC Birth Doulas and would definitely work with them again and recommend them to anyone.
-Allison McMillan
May 18, 2015
Birth Fee: $800 to $2100
Postpartum Rate: $50 to $60
