Testimonial for Amethyst Hertsens
Like many first time moms, I didn’t know what to expect from labor. I felt fear and at other times denial (do I really have to get this baby out?!) I wanted to do it naturally but wanted to have the option to have an epidural if it became too much for me without worrying about judgement. I was hesitant to take the birth classes because I didn’t want to hear about all of the complications - I didn’t want fear added into the process. Enter Amethyst...
Amethyst was recommended to us by my friend who had a great experience with her as a birth doula. My husband and I met with Amethyst in our home and as soon as she left we both breathed a sigh of relief and agreed to hire her. We signed up for her birth classes - the big bonus is that the classes were in our home where my husband and I could feel relaxed and ask questions. She teaches hypnobirthing which is an approach to labor that uses visualization exercises focused on keeping you relaxed during labor so your body and mind can do what they need to do. It also includes clear ways that your partner can support you during labor and beforehand.
And then labor comes….I can tell you this, I felt 100% physically and emotionally supported by Amethyst at the most vulnerable I have ever been. She supported my husband as the primary support person. I felt both of them there as back up and it made all the difference to my experience and to my ability to complete labor naturally. Amethyst took away the guess work of how to deal with the hospital, she was our advocate and support and a warm and loving presence during labor.
Amethyst has truly answered a calling she is made for. We can’t recommend her highly enough. Post labor came to our home to show us swaddling and other newborn care techniques. All in all - she was a true gift to our family and to the safe delivery of our son.
-kate rath
August 16, 2016
Amethyst Hertsens
Peace Love and Labor Inc.
Birth Fee: $3000 to $5000
Postpartum Rate: $65 to $75
