The moment Shannon came into our apartment and plopped herself on the carpet next to me for our first prenatal visit, I knew I had found a great match. Shannon has everything I wanted in a doula: she’s the perfect mix of comfortable and confident, gentle, authentic and assertive. I was looking for experience (check), someone who could put me at ease (check). (Full disclosure: Shannon has a hearty and contagious laugh! This can be quite helpful when you’re nervous about contractions, epidurals-or-not, postpartum healing, etc.) I wanted someone who I would trust when things were going crazy, someone to keep me calm and grounded (check check). On the day of, Shannon was there with her happy, optimistic strength and peace. The nurses worked right along with Shannon, asking for her help on various occasions, and it was clear that the doctor could work with her as well. I was so grateful that Shannon never had to leave, even while the nursing staff occasionally had to step out, and of course the doctor came and went. It makes such a difference having someone trustworthy by your side. Forever grateful, Shannon!
-Paula Chung
February 27, 2018
Birth Fee: $1000 to $2200