Testimonial for Lisa Popp
There were a few reasons I wanted a Doula and ironically none of them had to do with MY birth experience. I felt my husband really needed an advocate to help him understand the process, what his role played in the birth, and some tips/tricks to help Me during the birth. We brought Lisa in with that main goal in mind, however, absolutely benefitted from her guidance and preparation on things we didnt even know to ask. Lisa really made a huge impact on our experience - in an amazing, supportive, and life changing (literally) way. Two memorable ways (outside of consistent communication, amazing calm presence, and incredibly knowledgable advocacy) are below:
Day of Birth: My water broke 5 weeks early at 3am, we panicked. We called Lisa and she mobilized FAST to come to us in the hospital. She made my husband comfortable, sensed questions I may have early, and was a fly on the wall when not needed. My birth plan went off the rails a few times and Lisa was consistent to STOP, explain, read any concerns/hesitancy, and 100% advocate for Me and My baby at all times. She made sure that every medical question was detailed for me as many times as I needed; and how a decision would effect my plan and goals. She calmed me when unknowns popped up and I felt overwhelmed and confused - consistently and calmly.
After-Birth: My son came early and therefore needed to be sent to the NICU for immediate care including Oxygen. Lisa sent my husband and stood next to me the entire time they were gone and talked me through questions, concerns, what ifs, and processes. When the doctor came in to explain the NICU update to me - I was VERY scared and she said STOP and specifically made them break it down and reexplain several times for Me. She advocated constantly - in ways I would never known were possible. She kept me calm, kept me informed, and brought a confident presence into a room full of BIG emotions. Again.. she was AMAZING.
-Cate Waters
September 24, 2020
Lisa Popp
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Birth Fee: $1400 to $1800
