Testimonial for Julie Palmisano
Julie was an essential part of my postpartum recovery process. With this being my 3rd baby I knew I needed an extra pair of hands so that I could recover. She was understanding of our family practicing attachment parenting. I appreciated the way she would come into the house and get right to it. Everytime she was checking to make sure I had water for proper hydration for breastfeeding success. If she saw something that needed to be done she would ask permission and get right to it. Julie and I trouble shooted multiple lactation cookie batches. She is very hygienic and washed her hands frequently between tasks. Julie put up with helping to do dishes when our septic was backed up right after the birth and we couldn't use the drains or dishwasher. She helped to identify the cause of the rash on my rear and had the right answer being a CNA I really trusted her guidance with this. Turns out I am sensitive to the chemicals in the depends and will not wear them next time. She was sweet enough to bring me food and baked goods to help with lactation which was above and beyond to me. I loved having her to talk to. I learned so much about Julie and her family. At this time her daughter was getting married so we compared experiences in relation to her first of 6 children to get married. She was so kind to my other older girls. My eldest would ask when Julie would be back again every day. Julie read books to her in the evening to help with the nighttime routine. It was nice that I would show her how I like something done and she would remember it for the next time so I was not constantly repeating myself. Julie likes to have a list and I would try to make sure to have something ready for her when she came over. I really cannot say enough about all that she did in the 30 hrs that she served me. If you are looking for a rockstar of a postpartum doula look no further. Julie thank you so much for everything and hope to have you again.
-Vivian Stankovic
October 13, 2021
Julie Palmisano
A New Life Doula, LLC. Birth & Postpartum
Birth Fee: $1600 to $1700
Postpartum Rate: $40
