Testimonial for Tara Reid
I recommend Tara wholeheartedly. I'll break it down:
First birth: no doula; tremendous anxiety and fear during birth, and an epidural at 4.5 cm.
Second birth: Tara as my doula, my husband and I were calm and upbeat, and I experienced the totally drug-free birth of a 9 and a half pound baby!
I had my first baby without a doula and felt very anxious and fearful in the hospital, which I think led to my epidural. For my second pregnancy I wanted a more natural, peaceful birth. My midwives were great but I wanted someone at our side the whole time for when the going got tough. In the pre-birth meetings, Tara really listened and remembered the things that I told her. She was positive, upbeat and enthusiastic about my growing family. She's a very likable person and we enjoyed talking and meeting with her. At 41 1/2 weeks I was induced due to low fluid; I was really disappointed but Tara talked me through all the options and emotions. When I was in early labor she kept me cheerful and relaxed with massage and her sunny disposition. Later, when things got going in earnest, I was amazed at how raw my emotions were and I truly felt that without both Tara and my husband close by, I would have lost it. Tara and my husband guided me with the pain management techniques we had practiced , which was a lifesaver! She also offered reassurance that I was progressing well and everything was normal and healthy. At the very end of labor, we had a few scary moments, and in all honesty I looked at Tara's face for a gauge on the severity of the situation. Since she knew what wavelength I was on, I trusted her to help me understand and process the path my labor was taking. My healthy (and huge) baby girl was born totally naturally and I credit Tara with helping me with that wonderful achievement.
-Rose Anselmo
April 19, 2011
Tara Reid
BirthAndPostpartumDoula.com
Birth Fee: $2400
Postpartum Rate: $45 to $60
