Testimonial for Emily Hursh
Emily was a wonderful doula. In the months before the birth, she was always very helpful in answering all of my questions quickly, and was available by email or phone. She is extremely knowledgeable about all things related to childbirth, and on the rare occasion that she didn't know the answer to a question I had, she would look into it or direct me to the right resources so that I could educate myself. Her personality struck just the right balance for me-both professional and fun, laid back but responsive and reliable, and a great listener-always mindful of my hopes and intentions for the pregnancy and birth, never pushing her own opinions, but offering opinions when I asked for them.
I had some differences in opinion with my OB (I wanted a natural birth, and they were more interventionist), and Emily very skillfully helped me navigate my relationship with the doctors. She is so professional, and guided me in advocating for myself and my needs, while also being diplomatic and not angering my doctor. She helped me find the fact-based research I needed in order to explain to the doctor in reasonable terms why I wanted what I wanted. This made me feel so well cared for, relieved my anxieties, and turned a situation that could have been extremely stressful into a very good relationship with the OBs.
When my water broke and I had to go to the hospital to be induced rather than laboring at home as we'd planned, Emily was in contact all night long with my husband via text, giving both of us support so that we felt like we had the right tools and knowledge to get through a long and strenuous night. She arrived in the morning as soon as we asked her to come. During the birth, she was calm, gentle, encouraging and supportive. She suggested changing positions to get the baby facing the right way to come out, which helped a lot.
I would absolutely recommend Emily as a doula, she was the best support I could have hoped for.
-Danica Novgorodoff
January 22, 2018
Emily Hursh
The Flying Doula
Birth Fee: $2500
