Testimonial for Maggie Gott (Watkins)
My husband and I agree that hiring Maggie as our birth doula was one of the best decisions we've ever made as a family. Right away, Maggie was an invaluable resource for questions and concerns about our pregnancy. She always made sure we knew all our options, and while she would give her opinion when asked, she always reminded us that this was our birth and she was there to support us whatever we decided. Her presence was always so calm and reassuring. She accompanied us to the hospital for two false alarms and always remained positive and comforting, which I am so grateful for. She also provided excellent lactation support after birth that was way better than what we got in the hospital.
I have to say though that the biggest gifts Maggie gave us were the tools to advocate for ourselves in the birth process. She helped us create a birth plan and coached us on how to talk about what we needed with hospital staff. My husband and I had the confidence to ask the nurses and midwives for what we wanted -- and we got it. I felt like a rockstar after my birth and felt so much more relaxed and prepared for motherhood, and I owe a huge part of that to Maggie.
Oh, and spring for the placenta pills. They work! (And you get a neat keepsake!)
-Erin Smith
February 19, 2018
Maggie Gott (Watkins)
The Homestead Doula
Birth Fee: $1800 to $2350
Postpartum Rate: $25 to $45
