So glad we found Mariah and Ildi for our doulas! Their experience and advice was key to our positive birth experience and the advice and support they provided afterward has been essential in helping us transition into parenthood.
Mariah was the doula with me during my c-section procedure, she talked to me through the whole surgery helping me stay calm and distracted from what was going on. I don't think my experience would have been nearly as positive or successful without her. After my baby was born she was able to assist with skin to skin and advise on initiating breastfeeding. Without her help I don't know that either of these would have been as successful as they were, both of which I'm sure contributed to the overall health of my new baby. Having someone to stay by you that's been through a large number of different kind of births and can keep you informed on what to expect was incredibly helpful in preparing for birth as well as during the process.
-Karen Caplan
October 22, 2016
Birth Matters NW
Birth Fee: $3600
Postpartum Rate: $60 to $65