Testimonial for Francesca Marini
I used Francesca with a duel doula team, and she happened to be on call for when I went into labor. I had 1 pre labor meeting with each doula and my husband and I both felt comfortable, prepared and much more well informed after these meetings because of them.
As far as labor goes, Francesca was immediately available. She came to our apartment as soon as we asked - my husband and she discussed what made sense, as the labor was not following a clear pattern. Ultimately she came over and spent a couple hours with us before going to the hospital. She was a 100% encouraging in every way that I needed. This included being sensitive about my fear of going to the hospital. She was exactly what I needed, she was supportive, encouraging, provided physical touch that was soothing. She also gave us helpful information through the whole process. She had a soft touch, slightly encouraging me in the direction of my loose birth plan. I ended up having an intervention and epidural free labor. She was completely present the entire time, not even leaving my side once, except when asked by the medical staff. I’m sure my labor would have gone differently without Francesca. Knowing my prior fears, i cannot fathom the fact that my labor was a positive experience and one that did not leave me feeling small and vulnerable. This is huge for me and would not have been possible without Francesca.
-Laura and Dan
October 21, 2019
Francesca Marini
Mind-Body Fertility, Pregnancy & Doula Care
Birth Fee: $1500 to $2500
Postpartum Rate: $30 to $40
