Testimonial for Martha Snyder
Martha was such an incredible support during a time in the world that was very unpredictable. The pandemic made our hospital and birthing plans change often due to changes in number of support people allowed etc., and Martha rolled with each change with ease and support towards my partner and I. The classes and birth planning support offered in her doula package were so helpful and informative (and this is our second child- so easy to forget everything you once learned).
I will never forget the comfort, support and calm presence she offered us throughout the labor. She provided amazing pain relief with her hands on techniques which aided us in our quick unmedicated delivery of our daughter. When my daughter had unexpected breathing concerns at birth, Martha quickly began to support me by being my eyes and ears on our baby per my request (as my partner was with the baby and NICU team), empathizing with me about how hard this experience had become and reminded me of my strength to continue. We don't know if we could have gone through that trauma without her and the sense of safety she provided our family.
we are forever thankful to her for the amazing work she does and I would recommend her to anyone considering a doula for their birth.
-Claire Bemis
December 01, 2021
Martha Snyder
Brave Steps Doula Services
Birth Fee: $1500 to $1700
Postpartum Rate: $60
