I don't even know where to begin! Cheryl was recommended by Rainy City Midwifery, and even though she told us when we interviewed her that we should interview several more doulas, we didn't, rebels that we are! We both just knew immediately because we felt so incredibly at ease in her presence. Our prenatal visits helped both of us feel prepared for the wild adventure to come, and by the time she showed up at our home for our birth, she felt like a member of the family! We planned a midwife attended home birth, and it was so important to me to be able to manage my labor pain naturally. Cheryl's amazing coping techniques and comfort measures made this possible. One of the most amazing things she did during the birth was put my partner at ease and coach him in what to do for me. It made my labor and birth hands down the best night of my life. She helped maintain a calm, pleasant atmosphere throughout the night, and the support and encouragement I got as things got intense were such a gift to me. Somehow, she always knew exactly what to say and do. Our birth was perfect, and it wouldn't have been the same without Cheryl on our team.
-Suzanne Welch
December 03, 2010
Nesting Instincts Perinatal Services
Birth Fee: $3000 to $5000
Postpartum Rate: $65