Testimonial for Mariola Klein
Mariola was very attentive and available during my pregnancy and helped prepare us for different possible birth experiences. My water ended up breaking 11 days before my due date and long before my labor began. I immediately texted her from home and she was available throughout the process of being checked at the hospital and the midwives decision-making which eventually ended in induction. She was supportive and helpful throughout my birth process in ways I never imagined I'd want or need. My husband called her a magician as she'd anticipate my needs and then pull out the perfect prop to assist! At one point I was sweating and she pulled out a hand fan. At another, she pulled out LED candles during a bath. She helped remind me to breath, move in ways to decrease contraction pain, and was an overall calming presence. She made me feel at ease and comfortable throughout labor and delivery, even though it didn't go as I'd hoped or planned.
Mariola was also incredibly available and helpful postpartum. We got in touch with her numerous times with questions about breastfeeding and swaddling and she provided incredibly helpful advice that helped soothe our newborn. She also visited 2 weeks postpartum and was very kind and encouraging. I would highly recommend using her as a doula and hope to have her again if and when we have a second child.
-Katie
December 07, 2020
Birth Fee: $2500
Postpartum Rate: $65
