Testimonial for Bellwether Doulas
At 11pm on a weeknight, when the on-call OB told us our daughter Zoë's heart had stopped at 32 weeks, and that she would be stillborn, we were beyond devastated and in shock. We had absolutely no idea what to do, and Rachelle was our first call. Despite this being completely out of the blue, she was there in less than hour with snacks, phone chargers, and above all, an unbelievably calming and powerful presence. She knew that now was a good time for Dad to go home and get supplies for what would probably be 3 days in the hospital. She knew how to get us moved into a more comfortable room. When we weren't feeling totally comfortable with the provider who was going to catch Zoë, she worked with the nurses to get us a new provider. She and Susie stayed with us through the next 72 hours, providing uninterrupted support at a time when COVID prevented even our family members from being there. Rachelle (a professional birth photographer) took photos of us with Zoë that are now our most prized possessions. And the entire time, including weeks of postpartum support, Rachelle and Susie knew exactly what to say, and when to say it. At a time when NO ONE knows what to say, these two were professionals. They know the providers, they know the rooms, they know the techniques, and above all they know the emotional landscape.
We have never needed as much support as we needed then, and we have never received better service from anyone in any field. To say that Bellwether was a lifeline for us is an understatement. It felt like having your best friend in the room. We're glad to count Rachelle among the few people in the world who ever got to meet our precious Zoë. I hope this never happens to anyone reading this, but no matter what your birth experience, I have to imagine it's going to be better with Bellwether in the room.
-Aaron Freedman
February 23, 2021
Bellwether Doulas
Rachelle & Hailey
Birth Fee: $1500
