Testimonial for Denise ODonnell
My experience with Denise as a post-partum doula was incredibly valuable. As a first-time mom who lost my own mother at an early age, I was surprised by how difficult the transition was. I just hadn't known what to expect - I thought that being a mom would "come naturally". I was exhausted and overwhelmed. I found Denise through a fortuitous search on facebook, and she was a god-send. I did not know what a post-partum doula was, just that I needed help. What Denise provides is gentle (non-judgemental) guidance, a listening ear and counsel when needed. And when you just need a little time to shower and mentally refresh, she is also absolutely amazing with infants. My son took to her instantly and I think it was a great transition to him having someone - other than mom - nurturing him. He would nap for her easily, whereas I had to spend sometimes 2 hours trying to soothe him to sleep. She showed me all the tips and tricks of swaddling, breast-feeding positions, staying sane... all the essentials! I can't recommend Denise highly enough.
-Kathy G.
October 01, 2019
Denise ODonnell
Mother and Child Postpartum Doula
Postpartum Rate: $30 to $40
