Testimonial for Roseanne Ebert CD(DONA)
Having Roseanne as my doula was probably the one of the best decisions I have ever made. Although my husband strongly doubted my desire for a doula, after Roseanne helped bring our first baby into the world, he now considers her family and agrees it was probably the single most important thing we did for us and our daughter. Roseanne was available 24/7 for all of my crazy questions and eased my concerns when my doctor was not always clear about what we were doing or why. To have someone by my side who was so knowledgable, and has been a part of so many births, made me feel like I could take some of the weight and worry off my shoulders, which is likely why my entire pregnancy was pretty smooth. I look back now and wonder how I managed to have a completely natural birth, and it's clear - it was because of Roseanne. If it wasn't for her I would have thrown in the towel when I had false labor pains for days. I differed to her when I was trying to decide to stay in my apartment or go to my parents' house. She was the one who got things moving using spinning babies techniques, went with me to the doctor for my weekly visit that same day, came back to my parents' house as we waited out going to the hospital, eased my moms fears in the process:), and showed my husband how to best support me while I labored. She made sure I was comfortable, and not overly exposed (which was something I told her I deeply dreaded). She was my coach, my cheerleader, and also my voice when the dr. asked a question. If it wasn't for her, I also would have thrown in the towel with breastfeeding! Her visit after my daughters birth was a huge help in getting us into the swing of nursing. I'll be honest and admit I selfishly fear everyone using her and realizing what a blessing it is to have her, because then she might not be available for the birth of any future children I may have!! I guess I should share the love though...truly a gifted doula, but more importantly, an amazing person.
-Liz Mariotti
December 01, 2015
Roseanne Ebert CD(DONA)
MindBodyBirth
Birth Fee: $2400 to $3600
