As first time parents we did not know what to expect from childbirth. All we knew was that we wanted a birth with little or no medical intervention. Mariola was a tremedous support before, during, and after childbirth.
Before childbrith, Mariola suggested and talked us through various pain management techniques that could be useful during labor. She was so patient in explaining concerns we had about labor.
During childbirth, Mariola's calming presence helped us stay calm and breathe through the contractions. Her massage techniques also helped to ease mum's back pain.
After childbirth, Mariola still kept in touch and visited us to see how we were doing. She provided breastfeeding support to mum and gave baby an infant massage while teaching us the massage techniques along the way.
Overall, Mariola was kind (I mean genuinely kind), supportive and attentive to our needs. We would never have asked for a better doula and we look forward to having Mariola around again for baby No 2!
Nanya & Efesa, Seattle WA
-Ihunanya Ugwuh
August 19, 2017
Birth Fee: $2500
Postpartum Rate: $65