Like many births, mine did not go exactly as I expected. I was so thankful to have Jaleh by my side. She helped us talk over the tough decisions, and was either with us or in contact with us through a few days of waiting for labor to start. We were both so grateful to have someone who created space for us to talk things over, and she was amazing during my labor. My husband was more than willing to help where he could, but there is just no substitute for an experienced doula. My son is a happy and healthy two year old, and though there are things I would have done differently with the benefit of hindsight, I am now able to reflect with satisfaction on the whole experience, and that is entirely because of Jaleh.
-Ruth Gutman-Main
January 06, 2019
Jaleh Dashti-Gibson, CD(DONA)
Birth Fee: $1500