Testimonial for Susan Rotman, AAHCC, CD(DONA)
I always like a challenge. My mom birthed naturally and I really wanted to do the same. Everyone I spoke with told me to get the epidural or have a planned cesarean. However, I knew that wasn't for me or our daughter. We decided the Bradley method was for us. That is where we met Susan Rotman, she was our Bradley Method instructor. Throughout the classes we made friends and realized that there are other people who are like-minded many of which were in the healthcare industry. We asked Susan to be our doula and are so grateful we did!
It was a Sunday morning, of course I had plans that I didn't want to change... My darling daughter had another agenda. I timed the contractions until they were 10 minutes apart and then woke my husband. We alerted Susan, our doula. Susan was so supportive and empowering, she listened to my husband and encouraged me to listen to my body. She supported our laboring at home as long as possible, in a familiar relaxed environment. Susan kept me comfortable and was a sounding board for my husband. Susan met us at the hospital and when my husband pulled up - I felt my body relax when I saw Susan standing there. She whispered in my ear, "We're having a baby today.", that was all I needed to have a renewed surge of energy. Susan wanted me to follow my body and go with what felt natural. Everything in the hospital happened so fast. We had our placenta encapsulated and it has been an amazing aid to my recovery. I recommend everyone having an advocate that only has your best interest in mind - Susan was that for us. Our little girl was born on Susan's birthday! We can't thank her enough for helping us bring our miracle home.
-Karmia Lewis
December 30, 2016
Susan Rotman, AAHCC, CD(DONA)
Rotman Education Services, LLC
Birth Fee: $2000 to $2500
