Testimonial for Sharon Loose CD, CCE, BDT, PD
Sharon Loose is an excellent birth doula, and I am so thankful to have had her support with my VBAC. Sharon’s 20+ years of experience and her authentic and relaxed demeanor made her an easy choice for us. She spent a generous amount of time getting to know us and understanding what we wanted from a doula. She also provided us with several helpful ideas that were relevant to our needs, including getting the report from my previous delivery, requesting an anesthesiology consultation due to my previous adverse reactions to some medications, and getting chiropractic care to optimize the position of the baby and my readiness for labor. Touching base with Sharon during early labor allowed me to stay at ease, knowing that I had the expertise of someone who had attended hundreds of births. My active labor began in the middle of the night, and again it was so reassuring to be able to call her and know that she was on her way. Once Sharon arrived, I was more relaxed and able to just focus on the contractions. She remained attuned to me throughout the labor, never interfering with my rhythm, which then led to me being 8cm upon arriving at the hospital. At that point, Sharon found a birth ball and encouraged me to continue laboring off of the bed to allow gravity to help things progress. It was getting harder to shift positions, but once I was on the ball I felt more relaxed and in control of riding the contractions again. Since I was trying for a medication-free delivery, her help in finding an optimal position to keep using my breathing and movement strategies was so meaningful. She also did a great job liaising with medical staff. The photos Sharon took were really appreciated, as they connected me to parts of the birth that I wasn’t able to witness. Talking with her post-delivery also helped me to process my experience after having worked so hard for the intervention-free VBAC that I wanted. Sharon’s expertise and genuine care are truly invaluable.
-L Y
January 25, 2019
Sharon Loose CD, CCE, BDT, PD
Calgary Birth Essentials
Birth Fee: $1500 to $1800
Postpartum Rate: $40 to $45
