Testimonial for Ariel Ward
I wasn’t privy to the benefits of having a doula prior to meeting Ariel.
I found out I was pregnant in the spring of 2019, & was sure that I would deliver in hospital.
However, after speaking with Ariel, I quickly learned there was more to the pregnancy & labour process than I had ever imagined. She informed me of my pre/post labour options & encouraged me to find my voice.
During my 3rd trimester, Ariel provided me with ample holistic & scientific material, which helped me feel more informed, confident & prepared.
I had better dialogue with my partner because he too was learning valuable insights & was able to advocate for our decisions & provide well informed opinions to our family & care providers.
I always felt that Ariel really listened to what we had to say & was clear, kind & thorough in her responses (even to this day she follows up on any questions we have).
Her demeanour was calm & caring & she never once made us feel like we should be doing things a certain way.
- On a personal note, Ariel asked me what kind of labour I wanted.
Having suffered from endometriosis for years, we came up with a birth plan that would emulate the environment that I created for myself whenever I experienced endo pains. By staying home during active labour (so long as it was deemed safe by my midwives), I would be able to take the labour process into my own hands & have complete control of the noise level, lighting, mood & environment. For the first time in my pregnancy I felt empowered -
Without Ariel, I never would have thought the way I did about labour, learned about the options available to me & developed a lasting relationship with a beautiful woman I now call my friend.
We will be forever grateful for the pre/post labour care we received from her.
Thank you so much Ariel ?? Ali, Ben & Theo W.
-Ali W.
April 23, 2020
Ariel Ward
Nook Births
Birth Fee: $2000
Postpartum Rate: $40 to $45
