Testimonial for Lauren Carrabs, CD(DONA)
Lauren was recommended to me from my doula mentor and I am so glad she was my doula. She made herself completely available for questions, counseling, and guidance during my pregnancy. Our virtual conversations were perfect for helping me assess the changing stages in my pregnancy as well. As this was my first pregnancy she was perfect at helping me navigate my labor and delivery as well.
Her personality is warm and comforting. She was extremely knowledgable, friendly, and professional. During my labor she was the perfect support for me and my husband. I ended up having a 4 day prodromal labor and in the early stages she made herself available by phone for coaching and when it seemed to accelerate into active labor she was with me and my husband for nearly 2 days. She was so sensitive to my needs. I was extremely emotional and in a great deal of pain. She was encouraging with her words and was our biggest cheerleader. She offered/recommended excellent comfort measures and was patient when I was in too much pain to try new things.
When my birth plan did not go accordingly, she did her best to cheer me up and to help me along without focusing on what ddin't work out. I was originally supposed to birth in a birthing center but ultimately made the decision to transfer to a hospital. My labor experience was a nightmare in the hospital due to the hospital staff and Lauren did her best to help both me and my husband through it, always encouraging me along the way.
There is no way we could have done it without her. She was phenomenal in her care in and support. I will be eternally grateful for her being a part of my birthing experience and should I decide to have another child, I hope she will be there for me again.
-Natalie L.
September 04, 2021
Lauren Carrabs, CD(DONA)
TLC Birth Support, LLC
Birth Fee: $2000
Postpartum Rate: $45 to $55
