Testimonial for Renée Pizzuto
(Part 1) I had a high risk pregnancy due to prior cervical surgery and being over 40. We wanted to hire a highly experienced doula to try and have the natural birth we wanted. Knowing our birth plan wishes were most likely going to be complicated my husband and I were delighted when Renee came highly recommended.
We interviewed 7 very experienced doulas including Renée. Renee was the ONLY one who insisted we meet in person and what can I say... it was an instant connection. She was so empathetic and caring and I knew right away that this was someone I could feel comfortable in front of being at my best and worst. After having her undivided attention in person and on a video call later that week so my husband could meet her too, we unanimously decided she was our person. When making the final decision, Iet it be known that my husband is a practical facts and science kind of guy. I also knew he would want emotional support for him at this life changing event so he could be fully present and centered for me and the baby. When discussing hiring Renee I asked him “Do you feel she has the information and technical knowledge we need?” He said yes. I also asked “Do you think you feel comfortable crying in front of her?” he also said yes. At that moment we teared up and giggled knowing we wanted her extensive knowledge and emotional support to guide us through our birth experience.
The prenatal home visits were super useful and we practiced labor techniques, went over birth plans, labor process, breastfeeding, etc. We also checked in on how we were feeling about each step all the time and got prep homework for the big day. Renee even brought us a labor kit including a birth ball, water bottle, electrolytes, etc. After meeting with her I felt really confident and prepared. Up until the labor, we checked in a few times a week via phone to talk about doctors visits, questions, and how I was feeling. (Continued)
-Gina Aponte Petrovich
April 14, 2020
Renée Pizzuto
Tribe of Mine, LLC
Birth Fee: $2000 to $3000
