We got the news that our baby was breech and we tried all possible methods of moving it, some peaceful and one aggressive measure to allow me to be at peace with that a cesarean was in the cards for us, much to my disappointment…. Ursula was there as a sounding board as I went through all possible options to turn the baby and was willing to be supportive should we have wanted to attempt a breech delivery. In the end we decided that the baby was telling us there was a reason and we made the decision to schedule a cesarean after our due date to see if I would go into labor and not be choosing when the baby would come. On our actual due date my water broke - much to my surprise as I had sent my husband to work and was headed out to lunch with a girlfriend. Ursula beat us to the hospital and stayed with us for the 7 hours we had to wait for an ER to open up and stayed until we were both in post op. I was so thankful that she was able to mentally prepare me for the procedure and to be such a source of comfort as our lives were about to radically change. Her input and calming voice are everything, and her big mama bear hugs make your soul smile. Any family that has had the honor to work with her knows this, and anyone considering if they should have a doula... yes, yes a million times yes you should!
-Nicole Jennings
April 30, 2016
Birth Fee: Not specified
Postpartum Rate: Not specified