Testimonial for Luci Gimenes
I had a very positive experience with Luci and would recommend her. As our family just moved to Canada and as it was our first baby we had a lot of anxiety around the birthing. Our midwives recommended considering finding a doula. We've got a few interviews. Luci stood out and we were super happy that she agreed to help us. It was a time of COVID-19 raging so there were a lot of unknowns. To minimize the risks of catching the virus, it was decided to have prenatal meetings online. Thus we had a few Skype calls when we got to know each other, discussed our needs and preferences, talked about getting ready and what to expect of birth, baby care, and breastfeeding positions. She showed us some comfort measures for dealing with discomfort during prebirth. I was practicing the Hypnobabies technique, but was keeping an open mind to work with whatever path birth would take. I gave birth at BC Women's hospital and was lucky that both my partner and Luci were allowed to support me there. Luci respected Hypnobabies approach and took her part to make birth an enjoyable experience. She suggested different positions to help my baby find the right way out. She was making sure I was well hydrated and supporting me during the waves. During this time Luci was applying pressure to my hips and talking about waves coming and going away, which I found very helpful. Baby was born naturally. Because he was a big baby the midwives and nurses had to help me to birth him. Then, I had to be separated for a little while, and during that time Luci stayed with my husband and baby. On top of that, she took amazing photos to capture a memorable experience and wrote an amazing birth story which is also a great gift to our son. I'm sure he will enjoy reading it when he grows up. While at home, Luci was helping me via Skype and answered all my questions on lactation and postpartum in general. To sum it up, I, as well as my husband, got much of helpful support. We give Luci 11 out of 10.
-Nataliia
August 23, 2020
Luci Gimenes
Doula and Lactation Consultant
Birth Fee: $1600 to $1750
