Testimonial for Nicole Chambers
We hired Nicole from Ridge Meadows Doula Services when I was 8 weeks pregnant. I had a good feeling about her from the beginning. Throughout my pregnancy she was never more than a text message away with a few questions I had. Then late into my pregnancy I started having complications. Turned out 5 days before my due date I ended up consenting to a induction. I was admitted to the hospital. I called Nicole in tears. She was by my side not an hour later. I wasnt even in labour yet. I was just upset over the situation. She brought over her tens machine which was a big help with the contractions I was having. The OB wanted to go straight to a c section the next day, bypassing more cervadil or a pitocin induced labour. I felt bullied by the OB, I wanted to at least try labour but I felt like my opinion was invalid. Thanks to Nicole, Allison and Erin (we got the benefit of all 3 of Nicoles Doulas at one time!) who with their help the doctor agreed to let me try pitocin the next day.
During labour she realized that I needed moral support from my husband, who would have been cowering in a corner without Nicoles direction to help make me comfortable. She quietly nudged him to be the emotionally available husband he has never really been. I didnt think he had it in him. I am forever grateful to her for that. Pitocin induced labour was a beast that could not be tamed, but she tried. I had bruises on my low back from where they were trying to give me counter pressure... which still wasnt enough.
After a c section Nicole came to recovery to see me, with another member of her team up with my terrified husband and our new son. After the birth I had breastfeeding questions which shewas always available to answer.
Thank you Nicole for everything. The coaching, the support, the knowledge and the forever positive energy!
-Twila Manson
September 25, 2015
Nicole Chambers
Ridge Meadows Doula Services
Birth Fee: $1200 to $1600
Postpartum Rate: $30 to $45
