Testimonial for Polly Hamui/ Nahmad
Polly's support was invaluable for the arrival of our first baby! The minute we connected in a video call to learn more about what she offered, I knew she was the perfect fit. She was so warm and kind and immediately offered very helpful pregnancy advise (e.g exercises to try, techniques to encourage baby's good positionining) even though I was not yet her client.
Polly stayed in touch in the months leading up, offering support as we figured out which hospital we could give birth in (we were thinking of moving) and was flexible to come out to Surrey to support us when we chose not to move. She sent texts, and was always available over the phone, and even offered a home visit closer to my due date.
My husband was hesitant about paying for a doula, but in the end even he couldn't beleive how helpful it was to have her there. Polly arrived as I moved from early to active labour and it was such an instant relief to have her calming presence and gentle suggestions of comfort techniques I could try. She offered such a variety of suggestions, and let me pick what I felt was helpful. She gently challenged me to do things like walk more that helped my labour progress. In the hospital her voice guided me to breathe through the toughest contractions, and thanks to her enocuragement I was able to work through labour with pain meds (although I'm sure she would have supported me if I chose to use them too). I will definitely be reaching out again if we choose to have a second baby!
-Nicole
October 15, 2020
Polly Hamui/ Nahmad
Pollythedoula
Birth Fee: $1800 to $2000
