Before I was pregnant, I had some knowledge of what a doula was, but could never have imagined the gifts of wisdom, humour, skill, support and positive energy that Jeannie and Tarana provided for us! Immediately at the end of our first meeting we knew we wanted them to guide us on our journey. They have a wonderful ability to tune into their clients and their concerns and share information in a calm, non-judgemental way. Their deep understanding and trust of the body preparing for birth made me feel very safe and relaxed during the latter weeks of my pregnancy, in the anxious wait up to 42 weeks and during labour, delivery and post-birth. As the attending doula for my baby's birth, Jeannie's encouraging words and hands-on care were an absolute gift. She is an expert at skillfully and respectfully navigating the health care setting to offer the best support for her clients and it was very clear that she is highly respected in the health care setting (she even coached the attending physicians on how to catch baby for their first upright delivery!). It was wonderful for my spouse to be able to focus on me while Jeannie supported the two of us. The support continued postnatally with check-ins, more of Tarana's wonderful and therapeutic massage and Jeannie introducing us to the wonders of side-lying nursing! We are forever greatful to our doulas and *highly* recommend Jeannie for our US friends - you would be blessed to have her in your corner ! :)
-Brenda Smith
December 05, 2016
The Nest Birth & Family Services
Birth Fee: $1200 to $2800
