Testimonial for Marcia Mattern, CD (DONA)
We had the natural, drug-free birth we thought was impossible due to Marcia. Know that she is there for both mother and father and even the hospital staff. When either of us doubted, Marcia provided that word of encouragement or a suggestion for pain management. She was kind, focused, and calm the entire time.
Basically, both my husband and I think that we benefitted by having Marcia there. We did not have a doula for our first and, while everything went ok, it was a longer labor with an epidural and a massive episiotomy. We decided on having a doula for two reasons: 1) to avoid another episiotomy and 2) to assist me if my husband were unable to be at the deliver. We got so much more.
We have decided to hire Marcia again if we have another child. We recommend her and doulas in general to anyone who asks. Having labored with and without a doula, go with a doula. Go with Marcia.
To the spouse: If you think Marcia is only there for the mother like we did, you're wrong. My husband was actively assisted and supported by Marcia to enable him to be the birth partner I needed and he wanted to be.
The experience with Marcia was amazing. We recommend her without reservation.
-Tamara R.
August 15, 2015
Marcia Mattern, CD (DONA)
Your Doula Marcia Mattern
Birth Fee: $1700
