Testimonial for Polly Hamui/ Nahmad
As a 36 year old having my first child, I knew from my mom friends that raising children (and birthing them) takes a village! My husband found Polly via doulamatch as she met all the criteria we were looking for in a doula such as experience with the TENS machine, accupressure, and breastfeeding consulting. We immediately connected at our first meeting. I had trouble walking due to pains from my baby pressing down on a nerve in my buttocks. Polly helped me to walk, sit + gave me a biz card to a chiropractor she recommended. Polly also showed me stretches and exercises on a bouncing ball. Her energy was calm and caring - she paid attention to everything I said and I felt I could trust her expertise. It may not be important for everyone but it made a big difference to me that Polly herself was a mother and birthed 4 children. Her own personal experience and the many other births she attended gave me absolute confidence that Polly was the doula for us. From that day on, Polly sent me articles, tips, shared advice and checked in on my daily. I had high blood pressure and was being monitored for pre-eclampsia. The OB recommended a medical induction at 38 weeks but I didn't want that so Polly shared several methods to induce naturally. I went to see my naturopath & the rememedies I was given were the same ones Polly already had me on! I went into labour naturally at 40 weeks + 3 days. Polly arrived to our house at midnight and from that point on, she was by my side for the next 2 days! She kept me hydrated, fed me snacks, massaged my back, used the TENS machine, used aromatherapy, played relaxing music, guided me throug breathing, supported me to labour on the bouncing ball and much more. She gave my mother and husband rest while she stayed up with me. She was a guardian angel and I was astounded by her calm energy and steadfast support next to me. Post birth, Polly continues to share guidance and support. We have made a friend for life!
-Theresia Lee
March 05, 2018
Polly Hamui/ Nahmad
Pollythedoula
Birth Fee: $1800 to $2000
