Testimonial for Sharon Penn
After hearing about doulas from family members, I knew that I needed a strong support person. Within the first few minutes of meeting Sharon, I knew that I needed her at my birth. Her motherly nature and passion for her work just shined through. She setup calls with us to educate us on labor, delivery, newborn care, breastfeeding, and anything else we wanted to discuss. She was informative, empowering and really gave us the tools to feel confident. She also never pushed her own opinions on us and provided us with facts and real data to drive our own decisions. She also educated us on our different options and rights. Sharon also came to our home for a prenatal visit. She spent time with us going over how to properly labor at home and the different stages of labor. Sharon was always available by phone to address any questions or concerns. Throughout my labor, Sharon was truly amazing. My labor progressed so quickly that we had to meet at the hospital. Even while she was driving there, she was on the phone walking us through every stage and calming our nerves. Sharon helped me with contractions by setting me up in different positions on the birthing ball. She brought oils and lotions to help calm me. I was 9cm when I arrived at the hospital and I vividly remember turning to Sharon and asking her if she thought I could do it without the epidural. She knew that I wanted to have a natural birth and in that moment really empowered me to say that I got this and we passed on the epidural. My delivery was smooth and she stayed to assist with breastfeeding. I was having trouble and Sharon immediately reached out to the birth community she is involved in and got us help. She also made a postpartum home visit to check up on us. Our entire experience was simply amazing and I would recommend Sharon to anyone who is looking for a doula. She made me a mom and for that I am forever grateful to her. When I am ready for baby #2, she will definitely be my first phone call.
-Erika
June 22, 2021
Sharon Penn
Wellness Birth Arts, LLC
Birth Fee: $2200 to $2300
