Testimonial for Shari McBurney
I am so lucky to have found Shari and would recommend her to anyone considering using a doula as part of their birth experience. Shari provided excellent consultations before my daughter's arrival — including two in-person meetings, a slew of emails, and the occasional text. In addition to the usual guidance, including answering all of my questions, reviewing procedural options, and helping me form a comprehensive birth plan, when my daughter was shown to have breech presentation as we neared term, Shari provided a ton of additional guidance and information on both the possibility of attempting a manual cephalic version (which I ultimately declined) as well as info about Cesarean delivery, which became much more likely as the weeks progressed. In the end, I did deliver via scheduled Cesarean, and Shari was wonderful throughout. She provided moral support in pre-op and especially in the OR as there were some minor complications along the way, and she served as an advocate when I was focused on the task at hand. As a single mom by choice, I can't imagine having gone through this process without Shari — she was absolutely invaluable. In addition to her professional expertise and guidance, she was a warm and caring presence throughout, from the months leading up to my daughter's birth right through my hospital stay following delivery.
-Maia Weinstock
January 12, 2018
Shari McBurney
Deep Seed Doula
Birth Fee: $3000 to $3500
