Testimonial for Heather Pound -DONA, Hypnobirthing, Photography
Prenatal interactions with this Doula: Heather met with us initially for an interview to layout her services and to answer any initial questions we had. After securing her as our doula, she made two in-home visits. During these visits she spent time getting to know our birth preferences, shared comfort techniques, and got to know us personally. We also discussed when and how to reach out to her once Mary went into labor. Heather was also corresponding with us via text during the last few weeks of pregnancy. She checked in regarding doctor visits, ultrasounds and how Mary was feeling.
Our experience while in labor: Heather was our second call after Mary’s water broke (first call was to the hospital nurse line). She remained in contact with us via text and phone as we worked through the initial stage of labor and got admitted to the hospital. These conversations mainly surrounded Mary’s labor process and how we were coping with pain. Given we were admitted at 9PM at night we decided to let Heather sleep a bit before calling her in around 4AM (around the time the labor was really progressing). From 4AM until the birth (12:18PM) Heather was a huge resource. She helped provide comfort techniques and was a labor coach. She helped with hip squeezes, suggested position changes, and gave great feedback to Mary during the pushing process. She was also a great resource to Jon by letting him get some breakfast and provided light conversation while Mary slept after her epidural. After the birth she stayed around to take pictures, help with latching, and ensure we were comfortable. After the labor she texted Mary occasionally and also provided an in-home postpartum visit to recap the labor and share some tips on taking care of baby. Heather was great and far exceeded our expectations. She was very personable and understood our needs. She was never pushy and worked extremely well with the Midwife and nurses.
-Mary Podvin
July 02, 2016
Heather Pound -DONA, Hypnobirthing, Photography
Mama & Sprout Birth Services
Birth Fee: $1900
