Testimonial for Vanessa Lewis, CPM (Cert Professional Midwife), CBD, PEP
I can’t say enough good things about Vanessa. From our first meeting my husband and I knew this was the woman we wanted with us during the birth of our first child. I felt instantly at ease with her. She was always quick to respond to questions leading up to the birth and met with us several times to go over progress, help us plan for the birth and share a few laughs. During labor Vanessa came to our home and was a calming and strong presence. She reassured me and helped me focus on what I needed to do. At the hospital Vanessa was by my side the whole time and made sure I always knew what was happening during my whirlwind delivery. Her presence is why my birth experience was so fantastic, she was my advocate and made sure my birth plan was followed whenever possible. With her I was able to achieve my goal of an un-medicated natural birth. We even shared a few laughs during the actual delivery between pushes. She knew exactly when to step back and when to take charge and made sure my husband was comfortable and involved. After the birth Vanessa stayed with me to help with babies first meal. If it weren’t for Vanessa insisting on the nurses locating a nipple shield breastfeeding would not have been successful. She is the only lactation counselor that took the time to make me feel comfortable and explain positioning and latching and not make me feel inadequate for needing a nipple shield. I was successful at breastfeeding because of Vanessa. I also had Vanessa encapsulate the placenta. The thought and care that went into the encapsulation was obvious when she hand delivered the capsules and all the goodies she added. Even now Vanessa continues to be a great resource and friend. I know I can message her with any question and she will do her best to answer it. Vanessa will be one of the first people I call when baby number 2 is on its way!
-Melissa Twarog
June 02, 2015
Vanessa Lewis, CPM (Cert Professional Midwife), CBD, PEP
Trinity Midwifery & New Life Blessings
Birth Fee: $2800 to $5000
