Testimonial for Mary Rudd, CD (DONA) (PALS)
Having Mary be part of the birth of our third daughter was one of the best decisions my husband and I made. I didn’t even consider using a doula for my first two children, but I felt that extra support and someone to advocate for me would be much needed and appreciated this third time around, and that’s exactly what Mary provided. She was there for me, exactly when I needed her, giving me support, suggestions, and both physical and mental strength. She made requests for things to be brought to our hospital room, such as a peanut ball, step stool, etc. She brought her doula bag with some equipment that truly helped me with contractions, especially during the hardest moments of laboring. Her words of encouragement, her humor, her help with positions and exercises during labor, her feet and back massages during the hardest moments, and above all, her profound respect for me and the decisions I made along the way, made her and her presence at such a crucial time in our lives very valuable. The pictures that she took are priceless! And our postpartum appointment in which we were able to reflect and talk about the whole experience was very special. I love having had a third person there to witness and remember what happened on that special day. It can be hard for mom to remember every single detail when under so many feelings and emotions! With no doubt, I would highly recommend hiring Mary as your doula! You will be so grateful that you did.
-Melania Wallis
March 08, 2019
Mary Rudd, CD (DONA) (PALS)
The Merry Doula
Birth Fee: $1500 to $1900
