Testimonial for Maddie E
Maddie was our doula for the birth of our first child, and we couldn't be more pleased! Her passion for being a part of our birth shined through at every meeting, through her enthusiasm and professionalism. There are a few reasons I find doulas so helpful: 1)developing a birth plan and prioritizing birth wishes,2) advocacy for our birth plan (natural hospital birth, 3)spousal support, and 4)pain coping. Maddie delivered in all categories; on our 1st meeting, she helped us develop our plan with an exercise to help us determine the central facets. Luckily, while in the hospital, we had a supportive medical team who did not push interventions on us, but Maddie was well versed in our plan and ready to advocate. Perhaps what I appreciated the most was spousal support; Maddie calmly helped my husband through the process, as well as providing instructions for my physical support. Maddie is clearly well versed in various pain coping techniques and was prepared with a rebozo, birthing ball, massager, essential oils, and utilized acupressure techniques to help ease the intense labor pains.
Maddie also communicated respectfully with our hospital staff, and was a valuable team member throughout the entire process;quick to lend a hand anywhere as needed. We couldn't be happier that we hired her to be a part of our incredible day!
We also utilized Maddie's post partum services- I cannot emphasize enough how valuable that is! Being a tired new mom who needed physical/ emotional support, I greatly appreciated Maddie's enthusiasm for children and the birthing process. Maddie was also working on a lactation support certification and was able to provide me with guidance to breast feed! If you're not sure you need post partum services: you do. It's not a luxury, it's a necessity. Just do it. If you're looking for a doula in the desert area or even you want online support, hire Maddie! I cannot say enough wonderful things about her.
-Liz
August 24, 2021
Maddie E
Cradle & Bloom- Birth and Postpartum Services
Birth Fee: $400 to $1500
