Testimonial for Bellwether Doulas
Rachelle was the perfect doula for our family. I was so thankful to have her by our side before, during, and after the birth of our daughter. From the very beginning Rachelle put us at ease. We met with her twice before my labor. She provided all of the resources that we needed before the birth: breastfeeding, cloth diapering, placenta encapsulation, labor tools and education, what to expect during labor...everything.
During the labor and birth, she was by our side, offering words of wisdom and encouragement. She was always two steps ahead, predicting what we would need and what to expect. She tirelessly provided counter-pressure hip squeezes for me. I can't imagine my labor without this - it really helped alleviate a lot of the back pain I was feeling. She offered me cool cloths, sips of water, back rubs, and allowed for my husband to go grab a bite to eat amidst the long labor. She held my hand during those long pushes, cheering me on when I needed it, but also knowing when I needed a moment of quiet. Rachelle hung in there with us for many hours, late into the night, somehow remaining energized and ever-ready.
After my daughter's birth, Rachelle came to our rescue yet again. Several days postpartum, sleep-deprived and hormonal, Rachelle came to our house late in the evening to help me when my milk came in (and boy, did it come in). I was having a hard time with breastfeeding, and she was able to give me some tips, encourage me, and provide much-needed emotional support.
Rachelle was invaluable to us, in so many ways. She also captured some amazing moments on her camera for us - photos that we will always cherish of the arrival of our daughter. We recommend her most highly!
-Christine Berg
June 15, 2015
Bellwether Doulas
Rachelle & Hailey
Birth Fee: $1500
