Testimonial for Mariah Falin, CD(PALS), PPD, PES
I am very thankful to have been able to work with Mariah and Ildi. Leading up to the birth of my daughter, I felt that I was in very good hands and when I encountered new challenges, particularly at the end of my pregnancy, they were both extremely responsive to my questions and concerns. I ended up needing a c-section unexpectably and Mariah was at the hospital before my husband and I had even arrived! I know most people would wonder why you would still be thankful for a doula when you don't have to go through the laboring process, but I can't say how thankful I was for Mariah's support before, during, and after surgery. She calmed me down on the phone when I received the news, she was able to quiet my anxiety effortlessly at the hospital, and after our daughter was born, she was still my biggest cheerleader. She advocated for me and made me feel calm and confident in my decision-making as a new mom.
There was a moment that sticks out to me that shows how Mariah cares for her families. While we were waiting to go into the O.R. we found out that the musician Leonard Cohen had died. Mariah found some videos of the song "Halleluyah" to play for me to calm my nerves and brighten my spirit. It was exactly what I needed in that moment and I was so grateful to have her next to me during the surgery. She helped me and my husband immensely! We would highly recommend working with her and Ildi!
-Deborah Hathaway
February 22, 2017
Mariah Falin, CD(PALS), PPD, PES
Birth Matters NW
Birth Fee: $3600
Postpartum Rate: $60 to $65
