Testimonial for Dana Oakes-Sand AS, CCE, MCD, NMPP, IPES
I was a first time mother who wanted all the best for my child and delivery. My goal was to have a natural birth with no interventions. After much research I learned that having a Doula greatly increased my chances of reaching that goal, so I set out to hire one and became quickly overwhelmed. I had a zillion brochures from the midwife's office, and even more websites to go through. For most I had to spend time filling out a profile and wait for them to email me , then email back, etc just to meet them. It became very tedious. With Dana, I just called the number and she answered right away. It was a breath of fresh air. Just from our initial phone call I knew she would be the one. When my husband and I met her in person for the first time we hired her on the spot and cancelled the other interviews. Dana's experience, knowledge, and passion for what she does is unmatched.
We also hired her for our birthing classes and we are so fortunate that we did. She is extremely flexible and understanding. The classes are small so I felt very comfortable asking those embarrassing questions. She really helped not only me but my husband to understand what the actual labor process is all about, and what to expect. The knowledge about labor and also what I learned about myself and how to deal with pain was extremely useful on the big day!
I would absolutely recommend Dana as a doula for any birth. She is a wealth of information and a great advocate for her clients. She has kept in close contact with me following the birth, beginning with her post pardum visit and continuing with phone calls and texts to make sure we are still doing ok. I had new parent struggles with everything from breastfeeding to pediatrician issues. Dana calmed my nerves and explained everything to me. She is always reachable. I feel like even now I can come to her for any questions I may have as a new mom.
-Rachel Rachel
July 01, 2015
Dana Oakes-Sand AS, CCE, MCD, NMPP, IPES
Rushes Doula Service
Birth Fee: $1200 to $2350
Postpartum Rate: $35 to $45
