Testimonial for Marcia Mattern, CD (DONA)
We had an unplanned C-section with our first and after becoming pregnant with our second, we wanted to try for a VBAC. I had read how helpful doulas can be and was impressed with Marcia's initial response when I contacted her on doulamatch.net. Her support during pregnancy was as helpful as the support she provided during the labor and delivery! Truly- she was a God-send and an answer to prayer. Marcia is very knowledgeable and shared many resources with us through pregnancy. She took the time to get to know me and my wishes for labor and delivery. I think the best part was that she gives YOU a voice in your own pregnancy, labor and delivery. She informs you and then supports your wishes by encouraging you, reminding you of your options and supporting your husband to help you. When hospital staff were recommending an invasive procedure, Marcia gave alternatives I could ask to try and the change in position we tried instead, during the pushing stage, allowed for us to not need an invasive procedure and we had our successful VBAC :-) Marcia was very comfortable with hospital staff and our doctor/midwife and was familiar with how they did things. Marcia was worth every penny and I would hire her again if we tried for a 3rd in the future.
-laurie cowser
July 30, 2016
Marcia Mattern, CD (DONA)
Your Doula Marcia Mattern
Birth Fee: $1700
