Testimonial for Melissa Espey-Mueller
Melissa was my doula for the births of both my sons at big Baylor in Dallas. My first was born in April 2019 and my second in January 2021. I really wanted natural births because I'm allergic to most pain meds and metabolize anesthesics quickly. However, I questioned my capability for natural birth as a very petite woman in my late 30s. Melissa was highly recommended to me by my OB and my coworker who is a women's health physical therapist. I knew Melissa was right for me the moment I met her! She was so knowledgeable, current on research, and experienced as a doula. Even more, she is a mother of 5 and much of her wisdom comes from her own birth experiences. Melissa supported me through both pregnancies and births. While I was in labor, she had me move and position myself in ways to guide the baby and expedite the delivery. She also guided the medical teams throughout the process so they could fully support me. It was like watching a conductor of an orchestra really! Both of my births were unmedicated and without injury or tearing. I also discharged home within 24 hours. Melissa helped me achieve my birth goals. When my second son was born, she immediately noticed a lip tie and advised me to seek a pediatric dentist and one of her lactation consultants if breastfeeding became difficult. By day 2, my son wasn't latching so I took her advice. His tie was clipped and an NDDA lactation consultant met with us that week. By the second week post partum, my son was nursing without issue!
I can't recommend Melissa and her business enough. NDDA truly offers comprehensive care to expecting and post partum mothers. I'll always be thankful for her!
-Jamie Divita
March 17, 2021
Melissa Espey-Mueller
VOTED BEST DOULA IN DALLAS
Birth Fee: Not specified
