Testimonial for Afshan Abbasi RN-MSN
When I initially called Afshan to inquire about her services I was relieved to find that she was very patient and helpful. When we met in person, she was pleasant and had a very warm personality. She answered all my questions and sent me informative reading materials and videos to prepare me for the journey of motherhood. At our prenatal visit, Afshan covered all the necessary topics such as birthing positions, breastfeeding, labor exercises and we put together a detailed birth plan which reflected my ideal delivery. Afshan really helped me get over many of my fears and convinced me that I could have an all natural birth as I had hoped for. I went into labor a week before my due date. On saturday morning around 8 am I called Afshan and in no time she was at my door ready to help me through the very painful contractions. She guided me through helpful pain relieving exercises with the use of a birthing ball, massaged my lower back and helped me time the frequency of the contractions. She also guided me through heavy breathing exercises and used essential oils, which also helped with my breathing. All of these exercises made the contractions easier to bear. Around noon the contractions were closer together and we headed to the hospital. Only 3 cms dilated at that time, i was discharged and told to come back a few hours later. Afshan gave me reassurance that I would dilate quickly and that my baby would be coming soon. By around 6 pm I headed back to the hospital and was dilated enough to stay in the hospital. Along with my husband, Afshan was my voice through the labor, letting doctors know what I wanted. She never left my side through it all. On sunday morning at 1:52 am my son was born. With the help of Afshan I delivered a healthy baby, all natural with no epidural. I felt like a superwoman! I cannot thank Afshan enough for her patience and I am so happy that I had her support on one of the most important days of my life.
-Aliyah Hakim-EL
November 27, 2018
Afshan Abbasi RN-MSN
Birch & Ivy Doula Care
Birth Fee: $2000 to $2800
