Testimonial for Emily Wannenburg
I can't imagine going through the labor experience without Emily by my side. Throughout my pregnancy, Emily was always available to answer questions about labor, preparation, my body, and babies in general. She recommended a wonderful birthing class to me, and checked in regularly to see how things were going. When I found out my baby was breech at 35 weeks, Emily informed me about some exercises I could do to turn my baby, and recommended a great chiropractor in the area who was essential in getting my baby to flip before labor. When I went into labor, Emily came over to my house and helped my husband and I understand the progression of events. She talked us through what was happening and suggested different positions to help move the process along. She taught my husband different massage techniques to relieve some of the pressure I was feeling during surges. It turns out that my baby was OP (sunny-side up), so I was experiencing most of my discomfort in my back, which I did not know how to handle. I seriously doubted if I would be able to achieve the unmedicated birth I desired. Each time I expressed my doubt, Emily continued to tell me that I could do it and I was doing it. Once we got to the hospital, Emily worked in step with the nurses and doctor to continue to move my labor along. I truly appreciated the great relationships she had established with the hospital staff. It was clear that she was well-respected by everyone in the room and they welcomed her involvement in the labor process. She kept me moving throughout labor, trying many different positions, and getting my baby to move down little by little. In the end, I was able to deliver my 9 pound, OP baby in six hours without medication-something I truly don't think I could have done without Emily's constant encouragement and expertise.
-Morgan Mattson
August 21, 2018
Emily Wannenburg
MemmysMommas™
Birth Fee: $3250
