Testimonial for Sarah Barrett
I had the great experience of having Sarah Barrett as my doula! Some back story, I was referred to Sarah at a prenatal class where they strongly suggested I get a doula because doula's make birth awesome (I strongly agree and testify to that). I was almost at my due date when I contacted Sarah and some other doulas for interviews. Sarah was super accomodating! Even though we had to make it through covid restrictions, Sarah was able to make sure that we connected on a personal level before my due date, we had a phone interview where she introduced herself and walked me through what she would be doing for me and my family, she then made sure all of my questions were answered and I got all the information I need. Then we had the pleasure of meeting in person where she came to our home and went through my specific birth preferences as well as what kind of pain management and relaxation techniques I would be open to. Around a week after that, I was in labor and she was on the line with me from the start. She was ready to come to join in my journey at my request and I decided to wait a while before calling her. As soon as my contractions started feeling stronger, I asked her to come to the hospital and help me out. I honestly can't imagine this experience without her support. She encouraged me every step of the way and always offered new pain management techniques as I needed the variety and made sure I focus on my breathing. When the pain became unbearable, I asked for an epidural and she supported me through that decision as well and made sure that I was feeling positive and motivated the whole time. Then when the time came, she turned into my camerawoman, so I could facetime with my family during the pushing stage. She also came over to my apartment afterward to support my postpartum recovery and her tips and tricks were much needed. I honestly don't want to imagine this experience without Sarah, she made my birth and postpartum such a positive experience.
-Najat
December 05, 2020
Sarah Barrett
YVR Doula Services
Birth Fee: $1500
Postpartum Rate: $40 to $45
