Testimonial for Ashley Surber
Ashley was a key factor in me being able to have the birth I wanted. Fairly late into my pregnancy my husband and I discussed the prospect of me laboring without another woman present, because of the COVID pandemic restrictions on support at the hospital. I was dead set on a natural birth with no pain medicine or intervention. My chiropractor suggested Ashley to me and I reached out. At our first meeting I knew it was a good fit. My husband and I were able to open up and let Ashley know what we were wanting from our birth experience (no medical intervention) and by the end we’re having a good laugh.
I went past my due date and despite our best efforts had to be admitted for an induction. Ashley was very reassuring and together with my doctor we had a plan. After the first night in the hospital I had progressed enough that the doctor was happy to let me progress naturally. However, my labor stalled a couple hours later, but I asked my medical team to allow me to wait on any intervention until Ashley arrived, just to see if we could get things going.
We jumped into action, Ashley help changed the feel of the room and with the use of oils, movement and massage my labor progressed at an astonishing rate - and my surprise son was born less than 4 hours later. Ashley was able to balance helping me and guiding my husband to help me, it was incredible. One of them had their hand on me the entire time. I felt safe and supported.
Ashley is kind, personable and extremely knowledgeable. Very responsive. After meetings, she is prompt to follow up with resources and recommendations. After my experience I felt like I’d met a new friend. Best decision EVER.
Highly recommend.
-Kathryn Martin
September 27, 2020
Ashley Surber
Woman of Valor Birth Services, LLC
Birth Fee: $1850 to $2500
Postpartum Rate: $40 to $45
