Testimonial for Sarah Hendricks
We feel so very lucky to have had Sarah as our birth and postpartum doula. I didn't have a doula for the birth of my first baby, and the difference in my experience this time around (for baby #2) was night and day. With Sarah's support, I achieved the natural birth I had hoped for. It was a magical birth experience, even though my baby was born during a very scary time in the COVID-19 pandemic.
I initially chose Sarah for a few reasons: first, she is extremely knowledgable. She cares deeply about her education as a doula and has taken courses and educated herself in many aspects of perinatal health, birth/labor, and postpartum care, so she has many tools in her back pocket. Second, she is professional. She was always prepared for our meetings and conversations, always on time, and always following up with resources. Third, she cares about birth work in our community and is a leader. This became very important during the end of my pregnancy, when Sarah was regularly advocating for hospitals to allow doulas during the pandemic.
Sarah was steadfast and by my side during labor, offering techniques and leading the way with a calming demeanor. She helped my husband feel like a true support person. She subtly took photos throughout that I will treasure. And she came to my house to offer postpartum help, even despite the pandemic, mask and all. We are very fortunate to have had the support of a doula, and I am so thankful that we chose Sarah.
-Carly
July 18, 2020
Sarah Hendricks
DouLife and A Brighter Birth Collective
Birth Fee: $1500
Postpartum Rate: $35
