Testimonial for Melissa M. Imperato CD(DONA)
When pregnant with our 2nd child I immediately knew I wanted/needed a doula, since my first birth did not go as planned & resulted in an "emergency" C-section.This time around we really wanted to have a successful VBAC I knew that a doula was the only way to ensure that outcome.I Googled everything under the sun that was related to VBACs which lead me to a podcast 'The Birth Hour' which lead me here.I immediately began to look at countless profiles reading every review possible.I was instantly drawn to Melissa,not only was she affordable,but she had the years of experience,had done VBACs before & every single one of her reviews was amazing! I called her the next morning & after sharing with her my previous birthing experience & what I envisioned for this one,she reviewed with me her overall services etc-I was in love! Just by a phone call I loved her personality,how she spoke,how we clicked,EVERYTHING!Throughout my pregnancy Melissa was very attentive,always checked in with me before & after my appointments,every time I sent her a text she responded immediately,she would suggest different things to ensure I stayed active, ate healthy & optimized my chances of a VBAC.Her calm demeanor & encouraging words were a must during my labor,I originally wanted to a NUVBAC however I’ve accepted that I do not do well with pain & there’s no shame in taking the EPI-Melissa passed no judgment when I gave in(thank YOU!)She rubbed me, told me how amazing I was doing(although I thought I was dying & would of taken the C-section)guided my husband on what to do & joked/chatted it up with me once the epi hit. Needless to say the pictures she took during labor are priceless & I cherish them dearly.Above all Melissa empowered me to have the best birthing experience how I wanted it,my labor was perfect!I highly recommend Melissa so much so that I sometimes debate having more children just so that I can hire her again!
-Rosaura Vidal
August 09, 2017
Birth Fee: $1400
