Testimonial for Patricia Alatriste
Patricia attended my non-medicated birth, forceps assisted, birth of my daughter in June of 2016. I had wanted a natural, non-medicated birth, but didn't want to be far away from interventions if they were medically necessary, so we hired her through Babymoon Inn for a doula assisted hospital birth. I started having labor pains on Sunday night, and they got stronger throughout the next day. Patricia was in contact with me throughout the day on Monday and into the evening. She counseled myself and my husband on when to go to the hospital, and when we arrived she was there to greet us, armed with a backpack of essential oils and other birthing supplies. Being a first time mom, I was very nervous about the whole experience.
Patricia was right by my side for the nest 18+ hours, coaching me through every contraction, guiding me and my husband through different laboring positions and generally helping to reassure me. She told me over and over again how strong I was. She rarely left to take breaks, yet gave my husband and I moments of bonding time alone when we needed it. I always called her back because she had this calming way of coaching me through contractions that magically made the pain bearable.
When my water broke, it was Patricia who noticed the meconium in my waters and notified the nurse. When the time came close to push and forceps were necessary, she guided me through the pain. She was holding my hand, legs throughout the delivery while at the same time taking the most amazing birth photos! She made a home visit two weeks later, assisting on my breastfeeding journey.
Giving birth with Patricia was as invaluable as having a translator and guide in a foreign country. She was there like a tour guide, explaining each process and helping us communicate our needs to the hospital staff.
She truly has found her calling! No matter what kind of birth you have, medicated or not, you should choose Patricia as your doula!
-Julia perry
November 02, 2017
Patricia Alatriste
Modern Mama Doula Services
Birth Fee: $1600 to $2400
Postpartum Rate: $40
