Testimonial for Sarah Osborne, CD(DONA)
We hired Sarah because this was our first child, and we live far from our family. We were anxious about the unknown experience of labor/delivery and wanted an expert and friend to guide us though the most intense day of our lives. Sarah visited us twice before delivery. During those visits we made a birth plan and discussed our fears and hopes about delivery. I was really nervous about needles, epidurals, and pushing the baby out! . Sarah helped me feel better about the labor process by recommending a great book by Ina May. The book definitely restored my faith in the female body. When I went into labor, Sarah met us at the hospital. It was great to have someone there who knew what was going on since my husband and I had never been through this process. Her presence allowed my husband and mom (who flew in that morning!) to go to the cafe and get food or step out for fresh air without feeling guilty about leaving me alone. Sarah helped me with different labor positions and answered the many many questions I had during labor. In the end, we had a beautiful baby girl! My husband, my mother, and I were all glad and thankful that Sarah was there to guide us. At the postpartum visit, Sarah gave us my birth story--something I will cherish forever. Sarah also gave us the pictures she had taken. I didn't notice her taking pictures at the hopsital but she gave us alot of great pictures, maybe 50 or so. They are great pictures too, she even had some developed in black and white, which I love! Overall, I highly recommend Sarah to anyone searching for a doula.
-Shannon Kitchens
May 15, 2011
Sarah Osborne, CD(DONA)
Birth Doula & Photographer
Birth Fee: $1800 to $2400
