I couldn't be more grateful for Meagan during my labor - her calm, nonjudgmental, and confident demeanor was the exact presence I needed as a first-time mom. At our 2nd prenatal visit with Meagan, I expressed that I wanted a natural birth but was concerned I would immediately ask for an epidural if it was available. Meagan responded with such confidence in me that I started to have confidence in myself, too! That was something I didn't realize that I needed to hear, but made all the difference.
On my birthing day, labor started suddenly & progressed faster than I had anticipated. If it weren’t for Meagan, we would've had an accidental home birth because I didn't know what to expect and I assumed I was still in early labor and had a long ways to go. Thankfully, Meagan showed up very quickly after we texted her and helped me get to the hospital just in time!
While in the delivery room, I again began to doubt my ability to tolerate a natural birth (I still mistakenly thought I was hours away from birth!) and was able to tune into Meagan’s voice encouraging me and supporting me in maintaining my birth plan. It was exactly what I needed to hear to realize that I was in the home stretch. After delivery, our baby had to go to the nursery/NICU briefly and Meagan stayed with me every moment so that I could focus on my recovery and feel comforted while my husband went with baby. During this time, Meagan attended to my physical & emotional needs and continuously praised me for how strong I had been. I wish that everyone had a Meagan in their lives after birth telling them what a champion they are! Meagan’s support didn't stop at the delivery room. She has checked in with me regularly since baby’s birth and has offered ongoing support and resources. I would recommend Meagan one hundred times over. Her experience, positivity, and steadfastness would be invaluable to anyone considering doula services.
-Emily LaDigue
April 09, 2021
About Birth, LLC
Birth Fee: $2000