Testimonial for Melissa Harris
I am so happy we decided to hire a doula for the birth of our first baby. Melissa was such a wonderful choice and a great fit for us. She was a knowledgable, kind, calm, patient and supportive presence during each stage of my long labour and during the birth. When I am in pain or discomfort I prefer to move around, have some of my own personal space and not be touched, which I am sure does not always make me the easiest client for a doula! But, Melissa respected my process and still found ways to gently guide and nudge me to try different positions for labour and strategies for rest. Her presence also allowed my husband to rest during the early stages of labour so that he could be more present during the main event! I looked forward to each of Melissa's house visits after the birth and I felt comfortable asking her every single silly question that popped into my mind about the unchartered waters of having a new baby to care for! Her assitance with breast feeding was a wonderful comfort when the first few weeks felt overwhelming and breast feeding was proving difficult. She also makes the best dang chocolate chip cookies I have ever had. I still find myself dreaming of them and was reluctant to share them with my husband! We are so grateful for all that you did Melissa and we look forward to having your calm, and kind presence around when we decide to do this all over again with baby #2!
-Nicole Puckett
January 30, 2017
Melissa Harris
Melissa Harris Birth Services
Birth Fee: $1500
Postpartum Rate: $40 to $50
