Testimonial for Marcia Mattern, CD (DONA)
I went into labor the morning of July 28th, 2015, nine days after my given due date, with our first son. This also happened to be when our hired Doula's sister had gone into labor with her first son! Our doula had told us in advance that this might happen, and if it did that she had a really great backup doula that would be with us during labor and delivery. She confirmed her confidence in her backup doula, Marcia, by saying, "She is the person I would want helping ME if I were in labor!" So I was also confident that we would be in good hands either way! We labored at home until contractions were about 3.5 minutes apart and then headed into the hospital, giving Marcia a call. (Our labor progressed quite quickly!) Marcia met us at the hospital immediately, and was so encouraging and supportive. She really helped me with breathing during the transition and pushing stages, and also helped me with the first breastfeeding when our baby was born! I felt quite cared for by this person that I barely knew, which I think speaks highly of her character. Ryan and I were both SO THANKFUL to have Marcia by our side during the labor and delivery of our first son. We labored in the hospital for just about an hour before our son was born, and I think Marcia played a big part in this, and in the joy that we were experienced in this labor and delivery! With that said, we highly recommend Marcia as a doula!
-Rachel Robinson
August 25, 2016
Marcia Mattern, CD (DONA)
Your Doula Marcia Mattern
Birth Fee: $1700
