Testimonial for Anne Schuchman
I hired Anne after an awful C-section with my firstborn. I was hoping for a VBAC but because our #2 didn't descend, I had another C-section. What would've most likely ended up in disappointment and sadness was a joyous, happy and miraculous event. Anne stayed with us for a long 13 hours and was so supportive of my decision to keep trying to push for 3 hours. She not only helped me decipher what the midwives, nurses and doctors were saying, she supported my emotionally and physically exhausted husband. She helped me get my body in every position that we could think of to get the baby to descend. Because she was there helping me every step of the way, I felt like I had a choice and was in control of my birth the entire time. Anne was able to "suit up" and come with us in the operating room. She didn't hesitate when we asked her to play photographer all while still being my cheerleader at the head of the table. Her gentle touches and encouraging words throughout my labor and delivery were always perfectly timed - and well received! Both my husband and I agree that without Anne with us, we would've had a completely different experience.
After we got home, she came by our home to check on me and baby and also delivered a beautiful birth story. I hadn’t even realized she took notes of our baby’s birth the entire time she was there! Thank you Anne for being gentle, caring and so knowledgeable!
-Amanda Foulkes
April 20, 2016
Anne Schuchman
Mamma Mia Doula Services
Birth Fee: $1850 to $3750
Postpartum Rate: $55 to $75
