Testimonial for Maggie Gott (Watkins)
As I sit down to write this review, I'm not sure where to even begin. From my first phone conversation with Maggie, I knew I wanted to hire her as my doula. I was trying for a VBAC (which I ended up being successful with, yay!!). In doing some research on my own, I felt that having a very experienced doula would increase my chances of VBAC success as well as provide me necessary birth support during labor and pregnancy. Maggie was all of this and MORE! She respected all of my wishes, helped me organize my thoughts, and then supported us through the whole process.
Even before the birth itself, Maggie met with us twice in our home and was on call for me by phone/text/email from the date I hired her. She was very responsive to any questions I had and readily provided research supported answers. And for the main event, Maggie's support was incredible. During my labor she used many comfort measures such as hip pressure, positioning with birthing balls and a portable tens unit to help me manage the pain. Maggie was also such a calming presence for me during labor, and as someone who sometimes has a little anxiety, this was the best!!! I know my husband and I were both MAJORLY put at ease just having her with us and that was absolutely priceless. She walked us through every step of the process and explained what my body was going through and how it was all normal, and what I could expect next. This helped me to relax and enjoy the birth experience. We would highly recommend Maggie's services and support to any expecting mama out there!
-Jami Poore
June 23, 2020
Maggie Gott (Watkins)
The Homestead Doula
Birth Fee: $1800 to $2350
Postpartum Rate: $25 to $45
