Testimonial for Mary Ficek, CLD(CBI), CBC(CBI)
We hired Mary as our doula to help us welcome our second daughter to this world. Our first child was born via cesarean and I was very interested in delivering this child via a VBAC. I knew that I would need a lot of support in my VBAC journey, and Mary was the perfect choice in providing that support.
Mary was not only invaluable during labor and delivery, but also in the prenatal meetings we had. She was very knowledgeable and encouraged me to ask the right questions at my prenatal doctors appointments to make sure I was armed with as much information as possible to increase my odds of a VBAC. She also assisted my husband to discern his role during labor and delivery. Mary was extremely easy to talk to and from our first meeting I felt like I had just invited a friend over for coffee. She made me feel comfortable and confident in my birth plan.
During labor, Mary was my ultimate advocate. She provided physical support through counter pressure and helping me breath and also emotional support by cheering me on. She also helped communicate with medical staff. For example, she asked the nurse if I could move around to make sure baby was getting a chance to descend. At some point during labor, Mary was just there as a friend to talk to and to provide some distraction. Ultimately, Mary helped me achieve a VBAC and I will be forever grateful to have had her at our birth. She really is the best!
-Laura Peterson
November 10, 2016
Mary Ficek, CLD(CBI), CBC(CBI)
Peaceful Birth Jacksonville Doula Services
Birth Fee: $2000
Postpartum Rate: $45 to $60
