Testimonial for Melissa Harris
My husband and I are so happy that we had Melissa by our side to support us with the birth of our first child. We first met Melissa through prenatal classes and really enjoyed her positivity, openness, and confidence in her knowledge of the birthing process. Fortunately it worked out that she was also able to be our doula! As our doula, she met with us before my due date and helped us to consider things about the birthing process that we hadn't considered before and made us feel more comfortable with all the many unknowns of delivery.
On the delivery day, it was great to have Melissa by our side. Our doctor was part of a rotating maternity group, so having Melissa there meant we were guaranteed a familiar face that we trusted in the room and someone who knew the important parts of our birthing plan. Throughout the course of labour, Melissa provided an invaluable set of extra hands that helped me and my husband in various ways, whether it was massaging my back, getting extra cloths, holding a bucket, and/or suggesting different positions. Beyond my needs, she also made sure that my husband was well taken care of, and helped him remember to eat/use the washroom, and rest when he needed it. Melissa was also there to take pictures of the birth of our son. I cherish these memories so very much and know that I would not have been able to document this special time for our family in the same way without Melissa's help. After our son was born and we settled into the maternity unit, Melissa went straight to another delivery. After being in the hospital and awake for over 24hrs, Melissa then came and checked in on us before leaving. Everything she did really reflected her love of and dedication to her work as a doula
We are so pleased with our experience with Melissa and would not hesitate to use her again. We highly recommend her services as a Doula!
-Megan and Reece
April 27, 2018
Melissa Harris
Melissa Harris Birth Services
Birth Fee: $1500
Postpartum Rate: $40 to $50
