Testimonial for Hannah Monroe, CD(DONA)
Hannah is somebody who is passionate about mamas, babies, and women having the best possible birth experience.
This was my second delivery. My first came fast and furious, and very early, so I was hoping for a more "normal" birth experience the second time around. Prior to delivering, my husband and I met with Hannah and she listened to all my concerns and we talked about what I hoped would happen this time around. When I found out that I had to be induced with two days notice she was so helpful in walking me through that process and providing me with the information I needed to help me advocate for myself. Thankfully I ended up not needing the info because my water broke four hours before my scheduled induction, but it was good to have nonetheless!
Once again, my labor proved to be fast and she met us at the hospital in the middle of the night. I'm so glad she was there. She was calm and prepared, and was able to make suggestions and guide me through the worst pain I have ever experience. And she was able to explain to me why certain things were happening to my body, like the uncontrollable shaking! After a few hours I threw in the towel and got an epidural, and felt absolutely no judgment from Hannah for doing so. The next eight hours were far more comfortable for me, but she continued working, suggesting different positions and making sure I was moving as much as possible while stuck in the hospital bed. She worked very well with the nurses and was the perfect combination of assertive, professional and polite. Her support during the postpartum period was also amazing, with her sending me a ton of resources about breastfeeding, which was stressful for me in the beginning.
I don't plan on having any more children, but if I do I will definitely make sure to have Hannah by my side again!
-Kathleen Pafford
December 03, 2021
Hannah Monroe, CD(DONA)
Heart & Hands Doula
Birth Fee: $1200
