My life was forever changed 12 days ago. My boyfriend and I were blessed with a beautiful, healthy son. I knew I wanted to have the most natural, drug-free birth experience and wanted extra support, so I began my search for a Doula that would be compatible for us. I contacted Arti through Doula Match, she followed up with me almost immeadiately and I met with her in person. After the first 15 minutes of meeting her, I knew she was the Doula for us. Her sweet, passionate and supportive demeanor was outstanding and her understanding of her potential role in my birth and what I expected, was on par.
After I decided that she was our Doula, she sent me good resources to read for reference leading up to the birth. She also sent me positive affirmations fairly often to pick me up throughout the days. I really appreaciated this extension of herself as she really didn't have to do that but it showed me how much she cared about me, my baby and our well-being.
During my labour, she really shined through. It really confirmed our decision to hire her as our emotional support during my labour. I cannot express in enough words how happy we were with her amazing support. My boyfriend and I truly believe that we would have been very lost without her love and guidance thoughout the labour and birthing process. Her unique techniques helped move my baby in an ideal position, calmed me and reminded me to breathe, taught my partner to better support me, prevented unnecessary interventions and made me feel safe and loved from before the beginning and past the end.
My family and I are complete with Arti's help and expertise and we will continue to have her as our Doula for our future children as well. <3
With so much Love and complete Sincerity,
Joy F.
-Joy Felipe
March 07, 2017
VAMA Life Wellness
Birth Fee: $0
Postpartum Rate: $45