Testimonial for Dana Oakes-Sand AS, CCE, MCD, NMPP, IPES
Dana was truly wonderful! My husband and I chose her after interviewing 3 doulas who served our area. From the beginning she was willing to work around our crazy schedules and make sure we got all the preparation we needed. She gave a great in home childbirth class which was perfect for my husband who had no real prior knowledge and was a good review for me since nursing school was awhile ago. She approached our care in a holistic manner - even ensuring our relationship was as ready as it could be when our daughter made her arrival. Her knowledge base was detailed and she did a great job of keeping things fun as well as helpful. Even before labor I called her a few times so she could help me decide if symptoms were normal or something I needed to call the doctor about. My labor progressed so quickly at home that she ended up meeting us at the hospital but she arrived very shortly after I got there and she truly made an impact on my ability to have a wonderful birth experience. Other than IV fluids, I did not require any interventions. My labor progressed pretty quickly and I found that her coaching and instruction of my husband really helped put me at ease and control my discomfort. I couldn't be happier with how things went - even being at the hospital which had made me nervous before we signed up with Dana. After Lilliana was born, she stayed with us until we were settled and she followed up with me by phone the next few days. She continues to be a resource for me - which was particulately great when Lilli got her first cold. She feels more like a friend than anything and I can't recommend her enough! She also provided us with placenta encapsulation, placenta prints and an umbicial cord keepsake which were beautifully done as well. My husband and I are agreed - if we are blessed with another child, Dana will be there with us through the process again!
-kelly kostka
January 14, 2016
Dana Oakes-Sand AS, CCE, MCD, NMPP, IPES
Rushes Doula Service
Birth Fee: $1200 to $2350
Postpartum Rate: $35 to $45
