Testimonial for Shannon Bacus CD(DONA), APPAC
My husband and I put a lot of thought into hiring a doula. We did our research (so much research!) and interviewed. We wanted someone that we just clicked with – that was Shannon. My husband was THE most skeptical person when it came to hiring a doula - but after meeting Shannon he was on board! And after delivery he was convinced that working with a doula is the way to go! This was my first pregnancy and I wanted to make sure everyone in the delivery room was supportive of the kind of birth that I desired - a natural hospital birth. Shannon was SO supportive. During labor she reminded me of the desires I had expressed prior to being in labor (without being pushy or judgmental – just sweet, calm reminders). She made sure we understood the information the hospital staff gave us so that we could make informed decisions for each step of the birthing process. She helped me understand everything that was happening to my body during labor. She also knew how and when to encourage my husband to coach me and she knew when to step in and encourage us herself. Shannon also helped me with positions to help relieve the pain naturally. Having Shannon as a doula helped my husband and I stay calm during one of our most emotional days. The photos she took will help us remember those oh so precious first moments with our little lady. We also took the childbirth education course Shannon offers – this course was full of great information. I’m so glad we chose to take a class. I know nothing can fully prepare someone for giving birth the first time, but I felt as prepared as possible going into it – and that was a great feeling. As part of the doula services, Shannon met with us multiple times before the birth to make sure we were informed and to help us develop our birth plan as well as after the birth. I truly believe working with a doula and taking a childbirth education course were huge factors in successfully having the birth that I wanted.
-Morgan Johnson
April 06, 2016
Shannon Bacus CD(DONA), APPAC
Shannon Bacus Birth Doula Services
Birth Fee: $1500
