Testimonial for Dorothy Vecchio
One of the best decisions I've made was having Dorothy as my doula. My first beautiful baby was born via cesarean section, and while meeting her for the first time was one of my most beautiful and special moments ever, I felt I was robbed of the birthing experience I had hoped for. I became quite attached to delivering my next sweet baby vaginally. When I met Dorothy, I felt instantly comfortable with her - she is gentle, peaceful and loving in nature. She possesses a wealth of knowledge and confidence in the world of labor and birth. She had a world of advice for me to help my body prepare for the birth I wanted, and even directed me to another practice of midwives, where I received the kind of prenatal and labor care that I believe women deserve.
Dorothy made herself available to me from the time we met, sharing in my excitement and anticipation of my little girl's birth. She was an incredible support throughout my labor for my husband and me, and also for my first little girl (who was a part of my labor at home before heading to the hospital).
Throughout my labor, Dorothy was a constant unwavering symbol of peace and strength to me. She provided an immeasurable amount of support both physically and emotionally, helping me through the pain of contractions, constantly guiding me through my breathing, and gently reminding me I was not alone - as we went for a long walk, hung out at my home, rode to the hospital, and finished laboring at the hospital. She was truly a giant of a gentle coach.
Without a doubt, she is gifted at what she does. I prayed and trusted that God would put everything in place for me to have the birth I dreamed of. Dorothy was, without a doubt, part of that plan - with her help we were able to achieve the unmedicated, stay at home as long as possible, calm and beautiful vbac that was so important to me to have. Forever grateful.
-Tara Lesco
April 21, 2018
Birth Fee: $1500
Postpartum Rate: $35
