Testimonial for Luci Gimenes
My husband and I decided to get a doula to be alongside in the lead up to, during and post the birth of our first baby largely due to the fact that we were living overseas with no family around to support us. She came highly recommended from friends of ours and we were not disappointed one bit.
Luci is a wealth of knowledge and baby whisperer - her kind and calming manner was both a calming influence on us before the birth of our baby. She prepared us with all the information we needed for delivery day, especially given we had a few complictions which meant our baby may be needing to be delivered by c-section, she was able to provide us thorough information on all scenarios. Luci was also a huge support following the birth of our beautiful daugther. Unfortunately due to COVID-19 restrictions and us needing a scheduled c-section, Luci was unable to be with us at the hospital but was in touch with us as soon as we were in the post-partum ward and checking in with us throughout the day/evening to see how things were going.
She was an incredible resource, particularly around feeding, when we were getting so many mixed messages about what we should/should not be doing. Her experience as a lactation consultant sure is a huge value add to the service she provides and she was able to answer all our questions in the first weeks either via phone calls or her post-partum home visits.
Particularly during COVID times, when we were not allowed other visitors, it was so lovely having Luci's friendly face come and visit us at home, and provide us all kinds of tips and nuggets of wisdom for us first time parents.
We would highly recommend Luci to anyone considering a doula to support them through the birth of their baby.
-Emily Smith
December 14, 2020
Luci Gimenes
Doula and Lactation Consultant
Birth Fee: $1600 to $1750
