Testimonial for Sarah Hendricks
It turns out I needed Sarah just as much as my wife did! Upon meeting, we felt connected to Sarah and she was the one. Sarah was very responsive in returning our texts and calls to help ease our anxiety. She provided evidence based info to help make decisions. When my wife’s water broke without contractions, Sarah provided us with ideas to try to help bring them on. Sarah even came to our home to support and walk us through the different techniques. After 36 hrs, it was time to go to the hospital. When we started Pit, Sarah was there with us. For the next 24 hrs, Sarah provided us continuous emotional and physical support. Ultimately our baby didn't tolerate labor after 60 hrs, so we proceeded to a C-Section. Due to circumstances out of our and Sarah’s control, our C-section quickly became scary. As the spouse watching, I was devastated but Sarah was in the OR and never left our side. Sarah’s physical and emotional presence was a game changer for the months to come. 24 hrs after birth, our baby was taken to the NICU due to an unexpected genetic disorder. Sarah checked in daily, offering encouragement, a listening ear, and education regarding pumping while our baby was in the NICU. We hired Sarah as a postpartum doula for 3 months. Sarah took the time to educate herself on our baby’s condition so that she could better support us. She came over 2-3x/wk and was available day and night for support. She provided newborn education, breastfeeding support, reassurance, and opportunities for rest. Most importantly, Sarah held a safe space for me to grieve, cry, talk, and heal from my experience. She always made us feel that our family was a priority to her and she supported us through the hard times and celebrated with us for the good. Now we are a happy, healthy, and safe family of 3 and we owe so much of that to Sarah. Without a doubt, she will be in our lives forever and we will absolutely hire her again. We love you Sarah!
-Katie
January 13, 2021
Sarah Hendricks
DouLife and A Brighter Birth Collective
Birth Fee: $1500
Postpartum Rate: $35
