Testimonial for Patricia Alatriste
Patricia's support truly enabled my husband and I to relax, be present, and embrace the birth of our first child. We are incredibly grateful and couldn't have asked for a more perfect person to be with us as we welcomed our son into the world.
After 6+ days of labor, I was completely exhausted and transferred from the birth center to the hospital. When Patricia arrived, she immediately jumped in to squeeze my hips and apply counter pressure on my back. Her hands were miraculous - I didn't know it was possible to have that kind of pain relief (and was wishing she had been with me for the past 6 days!). She made my husband and I feel completely at ease and led us through the choices we had with the hospital birth. We both felt secure and confident knowing that we had her as an advocate. She knew what to ask the nurses for to make me more comfortable (more pillows, different positions, etc.) and took time to explain all the charts and beeping and hospital procedures. My husband and I would have been completely lost without her --- and when you are 6 days into labor, it is not the time to feel lost! Her presence allowed my husband to get some of his first solid rest in 6 days, as he felt more comfortable about my security having her there. As I pushed, it seemed like the doctor relied more on Patricia than his nurses - yes, she's that good! She gave me immediate advice to help my son latch, and she continued to support us over the next two weeks to lead us on a successful breastfeeding journey. As my husband and I reflected on the experience, we honestly don't know what we would have done without her. AND to top it all off, she managed to capture the most beautiful photographs of labor and birth that we will treasure forever!
If you are birthing in the Phoenix area, DEFINITELY contact Patricia. I don't plan on birthing any more children without her!
-Emily Stanger
October 13, 2017
Patricia Alatriste
Modern Mama Doula Services
Birth Fee: $1600 to $2400
Postpartum Rate: $40
