Testimonial for Rebecca Turrigiano
I knew I wanted a more positive birth experience with my second pregnancy, but didn’t know where to start in navigating through what all my options were. After researching local doulas online, Rebecca seemed like she would be a great fit. At our initial meeting I was at instantly ease with Rebecca, everything “clicked”, and so my husband and I chose her to be our doula (we also hired her for birth photography and placenta encapsulation/tincture).
At our subsequent appointments, Rebecca listened to all our questions and concerns, helped us understand all our options, and we were able to create the perfect birth plan for us with her help. Rebecca was supportive of everything we decided and we never felt like she pushed us in one direction or another.
As early labor set in, and we approached the due date, Rebecca was always available by phone or text to share updates with or ask questions. At one point toward the end, it looked as if a couple of things in the birth plan were going to have to change, which was causing me stress and anxiety. I was able to talk through my options with Rebecca, she validated my feelings at the position I was in, and she went above and beyond in helping me through it.
Labor and delivery at the hospital progressed really fast, but having Rebecca there to remind us of our preferences and give encouraging words was a Godsend. When it came time to push, it was her guiding me through breathing that helped keep me calm and allowed me to focus.
With Rebecca at our side, we were able to fulfill our desired birth plan and have a positive birth experience (and we have the most amazing photos taken by Rebecca to help us remember the whole experience). I cannot recommend Rebecca enough, we are forever grateful for her.
-Rachael Smith
November 15, 2018
Rebecca Turrigiano
LOVING TOUCH DOULAS
Birth Fee: $1900 to $2400
