Testimonial for Meredith Markussen, CD(DONA)
It was a privilege to have Meredith, one of my closest friends, be my doula for my first home birth, as well as my first unmedicated birth. I was unsatisfied with my L&D experience from my previous two births, and Meredith showed me that there were not only other options, but I could also have the birth I always wanted! She was with me throughout my new birth journey and was extremely encouraging and confident that I could do it. She is warm, positive, and was always willing to help and advise me during my pregnancy. She dropped everything to be with me at my house during early labor (something that's challenging to do, as she had two, now three, littles!). Mer, my husband, and I went on walks, chatted, laughed, and watched movies during my early labor; she advised me on how get my labor going when it started to stall, but never pushed me into anything I didn't want to do. She was always ready with a towel, essential oil, pillow, water, or next position. She made me feel comfortable the entire time, as well as helped me trust my body while delivering my baby girl. I never thought I would be one of those moms who tell people I had the birth of my dreams, but I did! I know I wouldn't look back on my birth so fondly without her support during it. You can tell she truly loves her job and finds joy in helping her clients throughout their pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. If we have more children, I will, without question, have Meredith again for my doula!
-Jessie Doyle
September 09, 2019
Birth Fee: Not specified
