Testimonial for Midwest Doulas- Doulas, Placenta Encapsulation
There are so many important decisions to make when preparing for a baby, but deciding to invite Justine and her team of wonderful doulas to be a part of my pregnancy, labor, and delivery was the single best decision I made for myself. Justine was available to me day and night during my pregnancy if I needed help, had a question, or just needed a pep talk. Ale and Alicia were also wonderful supports, guiding me and my partner through labor comfort techniques and helping us think through our birth preferences. We also were so grateful to have their support and guidance in choosing where to go for services like massage therapy, acupuncture, and birth education classes.
When we had a small scare at 34 weeks, the first person I thought to call at the hospital was Justine and she was there in minutes to hold me while I cried and hug my husband as we processed what had happened. Then, during my 26 hour labor, Justine stuck with us the whole way - guiding us through different positions and strategies to get our baby here safely. Ultimately, when I had to get a C-section Justine was in the OR with us holding my hand (and making sure my husband didn't faint!). When she came back to visit us in our postpartum room later that day, I could not believe how lucky I felt to have had her by my side. My husband and I felt safer with her there with us. Her support allowed us to focus on each other and our baby without the fear or stress of dealing with the challenges and surprises that can come with childbirth on our own.
Midwest Doulas helped us worry less and advocate for ourselves when we needed. If we have a second child, I will absolutely want Midwest Doulas by my side again. I cannot recommend them highly enough.
-Desiree D.
January 21, 2020
Birth Fee: $2000 to $5000
Postpartum Rate: $50
