Testimonial for Alaska McFadden
Virtual Support During Hospital Ban on Support People
My partner and I knew Alaska was going to be our doula the moment we met her. Her mixture of evidence-based knowledge and just enough "woo woo" made for the perfect combo for us. Luckily we were able to have two visits with her prior to labor where she imparted so much invaluable knowledge on us that was utilized in the weeks leading up to and also during the labor/birth process.
When our birth preferences went out the window with the banning of any support person during birth due to COVID 19 - her role actually escalated in importance to us. Labor progressed pretty quickly and also included an early stop to the hospital for an IV due to dehydration. I wanted to stay home with my partner as long as possible, which led to quite an intense labor in our apartment alone. Alaska was in constant contact with my partner - all the while it felt to me that he was constantly in contact with me and 100% present (thanks to her style of support). She provided him with guidance, tips, and calming energy to help him support me up until finally going to the hospital to give birth. Even at the hospital she gave him the crucial tip to call me prior to my going upstairs so that he was on the line when I got up to labor and delivery (as I was in no place to make phone calls). Alaska also provided wonderful post-partum follow-up, with great advice that helped us with so many aspects of breastfeeding and generally caring for a newborn.
We are forever grateful for Alaska's presence in the bizarre and very wonderful birth of our son.
-I
June 03, 2020
Alaska McFadden
I believe in humor & ritual in the birth space.
Birth Fee: $2000 to $4000
Postpartum Rate: Not specified
