Testimonial for Dara DeSoto ,CD(DONA), CLEC, Licensed Midwife
Dara came highly recommended from our Bradley Method Coach, Liza Janda. I have a very low pain tolerance and was very nervous about childbirth, but really wanted to have a natural/unmedicated birth. My husband was incredibly supportive and I knew would be a great coach. We wanted a doula so that we could have extra support for both of us- for my husband in the face of tough questions in a high pressure situation and for me during times when I doubted my ability to have a natural childbirth and push through difficult contractions. We wanted someone with the authority of vast experience to echo my husband’s coaching and my instincts.
The prenatal visits were fantastic and we were walked through fantastic comfort poses to use during childbirth and also poses and exercises to prepare for an easier and stronger birth. She was extremely organized (the client portal and resources are outstanding) and she helped us create a detailed but to the point birth plan. We also were able to ask her questions and update her regarding our OB visits. I was one week overdue when I gave birth and the Dara helped me remember what my options and rights were when the doctor started mentioning induction options and also how to best prepare my body for the non-stress test and amniotic fluid test so the results accurately showed I was healthy (and didn’t inaccurately show a problem where there was none).
In the end, we had the natural birth we wanted and were able to do this because in large part because we had such a wonderful support system! Cannot recommend enough!
-Jennifer Gerstenzang
December 30, 2018
Dara DeSoto ,CD(DONA), CLEC, Licensed Midwife
Dara The Midwife
Birth Fee: Not specified
Postpartum Rate: Not specified
