Testimonial for Luci Gimenes
Luci is incredible! As first time parents, my husband and I decided to engage a doula to assist us in preparing for and surviving through labour. We also specifically looked for a doula who is a lactation consultant as we had heard from other new parents how difficult breastfeeding can be at first without the right support. Luci was all that we hoped for and more.Her calm, knowledgable presence immediately put us at ease and we knew she was the doula for us. Her prenatal visits were super informative and helped us feel as ready as we could for labour. Our little one was 10 days overdue and Luci checkedin often to see how we were doing and provide advice as needed.We had a very intense 8 hour labour and Luci was there each step of the way. We honestly could not have done it without her. Luci was very responsive to what worked for us rather than using a formula of one-size-fits-all. My husband provided the emotional support I needed during labour but Luci provided the mental and physical support. Having someone by your side with that level of expertise really makes all the difference -- to not just me but my husband as well. Looking back we both reflected how much we appreciated her there. As soon as baby was born Luci provided guidance on the first feed and once we were settled in she left us to rest. She confined toc check in on us while we were in the hospital and offer advice as needed. Once we got home and settled she came for two post-natal visits, focusing on newborn care and especially on breastfeeding. We had some difficulties latching and she guided us through those with really helpful and practical advice. She continued to check in and came for a second follow up visit and gave us a typed out account of our birth story - such a precious gift to have those experience written out for us to remember. I honestly can't recommend Luci enough, we are so grateful to her and found her professional and knowledgable but also so caring and warm.
-Rebecca Bailey
August 02, 2017
Luci Gimenes
Doula and Lactation Consultant
Birth Fee: $1600 to $1750
