Testimonial for Susanna Mauzy
Susanna was the doula for the homebirth of my daughter in the summer of 2014. She brought exceptional depth of experience, compassion, a sense of humor (especially a sense of humor), and skill to my birth and in the postpartum. We met throughout my pregnancy and I was grateful for her wisdom and attentiveness to all that I was experiencing.
In labor, she was a reassuring presence and drew on her knowledge and birth training. By the time I called her I was deep into active labor and had a hard time communicating with my midwife over the phone--it was Susanna who correctly assessed that it was time for her to head on over. I wish I could say more, but I was so far into labor itself that the next thing I remember was being fully dilated and pushing out my baby (ok I remember her lightly rubbing my lower back and always being nearby, which helped me stay calm and focused). In the postpartum, she was helpful and supportive when I had trouble nursing due to a very painful tongue and lip tie (and needed all the support I could get). There was never any need to ask for help when she was around -- dishes were done, laundry was in the dryer, and there were plenty of cuddles for the baby.
I have a photograph of the two of us together with my daughter that I treasure as a special moment that we shared, and I'm so thankful for her continued friendship and presence in my daughter's life!
-Krystina Friedlander
November 13, 2015
Susanna Mauzy
Nightingale Midwifery & Doula
Postpartum Rate: $50 to $100
