Testimonial for Laura DePasquale, CD(DONA)
I found Holistic Beginnings while searching for a doula. Laura had great reviews and we decided to take her childbirth classes to get to know her better. We had such a great experience that we did not hesitate to ask her to be our doula. I found everything very straightforward–you sign a contract with her, make a deposit, and the balance is due a few weeks prior to your due date.
I went into labor 12 days late! Laura was very reassuring and we stayed in touch leading up to and following my due date. On the night I finally went into labor, my husband called her and she offered her support, shared some reminders from class and asked us to check back in with her when my contractions progressed. We managed to get some rest as she suggested and called her very early the next morning when we started to get nervous. Laura was at our house within the hour. She assessed the situation and assured us that all was ok and that we still had time. She helped us both relax and suggested different positions, tools, etc. to help manage the pain. She also helped keep my husband calm and focused.
At the hospital, Laura stayed with us the entire time–she offered support, encouragement and gave me advice when I needed it. Her presence was very calming and comforting. She also streamed relaxing music in the delivery room for us (something I hadn’t thought of!) and took delivery photos for us (which we had authorized in advance). My birth experience was amazing–I had a completely natural birth and I would not change a thing. I was able to use the tub and labored in the water. We have Laura to thank– her classes gave us the information and tools we needed to make informed decisions, and my husband and I both felt so much more relaxed and confident having her by our side to guide us. She is also very well respected within the community. I highly recommend Laura to anyone considering a natural childbirth–you won’t regret it!
-Heather Sumba
August 18, 2016
Laura DePasquale, CD(DONA)
Holistic Beginnings,LLC
Birth Fee: $1200 to $3000
Postpartum Rate: $50 to $75
