Testimonial for Haylee Richman CD(DONA), CPES, HCHD
Not everyone can be a doula. I believe it is a specific calling; a unique list of qualities and characteristics that takes talent and a special gifting. Haylee has everything it takes to be that exceptional doula and then some!
I wasn’t sure when the appropriate time to call my doula was—after all, I didn’t want her arriving too early or too late. Haylee assured me; “The right time is whenever you need me.” I had only met Haylee once before and I already felt supported and important to her. The moment she arrived I was in the middle of a contraction. I’m not an expert at birth by any means and didn’t know what I needed let alone what I was doing. Without hesitation, Haylee rushed over to me and began massaging everywhere it hurt. How did she know?! Just by feeling my belly she made an educated guess on where my baby was at. She had different birthing positions and methods that offered me relief during the pain and also helped speed up the delivery process. We headed to my birthing center and she stayed awake with me and my husband for two and a half days!!! I couldn’t believe it. Even in the midst of her tiredness she never stopped bringing me support and comfort through words, coaching, birthing positions, massages, and taking care of my husband and I as a whole. She made sure I stayed hydrated and kept my energy up. She also insured my husband rested so he wouldn’t miss any important parts of the birth.
During your meet and greet Haylee takes time to truly listen to your hearts desires. She wants you and your partner to feel absolute peace and comfort. She makes your goal her goal and never leaves your side. As my husband said; “Haylee is a rockstar!” She is and we couldn’t imagine doing birth without her!
-Valerie Jean
September 10, 2018
Haylee Richman CD(DONA), CPES, HCHD
Boise Birth Village
Birth Fee: $1200 to $1450
Postpartum Rate: $35
