Testimonial for Maria Vesper, CD(CBI), HCHD
Hiring Maria as my doula was the best decision I made throughout my pregnancy. Early on she asked us what our goals were and then worked with us without judgment to help us meet them. In particular, we talked through all of the different options and scenarios for pregnancy and I ultimately determined that I wanted to do a fully natural birth if possible. I was only able to accomplish this with Maria as our doula. Every step of the way, she helped us take a step back and consider what was best for me and our family. This was particularly crucial once labor began because every time a different potential medical scenario came up, we could stop and talk through whether we really needed to do the intervention (e.g. inducing). She has a wonderful demeanor and is pleasant to be around (even during labor). She was always available by text or phone at any time and was basically on call throughout the holidays as my baby was due early January. Her postpartum visits were invaluable as well as I was having trouble with breastfeeding. She again helped synthesize information we had received from different sources and provided me with the resources I needed to go towards resolving my issues, including having me reach out to her partner Nancy and a lactation consultant. I implore anyone pregnant to hire a doula, but I especially implore you to hire Maria!
-Nana Wilberforce
February 20, 2020
Maria Vesper, CD(CBI), HCHD
Bloom Doula & Birth Services
Birth Fee: $2000 to $3600
Postpartum Rate: $45 to $65
