Testimonial for Luci Gimenes
With all the expenses associated with having a baby, we weren't sure a doula was a 'necessary' expense. But the moment we met Luci, I knew I wanted her there during the birth of my first child (and my husband agreed!) She has a very warm personality and calming presence - both were much appreciated by these first time parents. During our prenatal visits, she patiently answered all our questions, and she was quick to reply to texts and emails with thoughtful, informative responses. The massage session was a great preview to the over 12 hours Luci spent massaging my back when I was actually in labour!! (I remeber dreading going through a contraction without her amazing counter pressure - luckily I never had to as she was at my side the whole time.) The TENS machine was also really helpful. We appreciated that Luci was non judgmental, and supportive of all my choices for my birth. She reassured me that the choices that I made were the right ones for me (ie to have an epidural). Her additional experience in midwifery also really came in handy - she realized the monitor wasn't working and she advocated for me to avoid further interventions I didn't want, by continuing to time my contractions and telling the nurse what was really happening as opposed to what the monitor was showing. After my daughter was born, she helped us get off to an excellent start with breastfeeding and stayed with us until I felt comfortable with it. During the follow up home visits, Luci provided so many helpful suggestions around breastfeeding and overall baby care. She even wrote our birth story and shared pictures she took at the birth. We were all really sad to say goodbye at the end of our time together. If you're on the fence about having a doula, I would highly, highly recommend Luci for her fantastic mix of skills and personality. She's the best!!
-Lindi Cassel
May 23, 2015
Luci Gimenes
Doula and Lactation Consultant
Birth Fee: $1600 to $1900
