Testimonial for Joanna Guzman
Having Joanna as my doula was a blessing for our family, a God sent. During pregnancy I could not convince myself I was a good VBAC candidate, if it was a safe choice for me and baby. 5 days before due date, I had a change of heart. Looking for a doula, and once on the call, we instantly knew she was the one. There is something very special about Joanna - calmness, courage and hope fill your heart when you speak to her. Joanna agreed to be my doula on short notice, she said she will be there for me and my goodness she was! In the next 10 days she was always available, helped me prepare my body and helped my baby get in the best position for labor. Also, Joanna was a great advocate as I dealt with my providers who kept insisting on a C-section. Being very knowledgeable, she educated and empowered us to make the decisions that our family was comfortable with and believed to be in our best interest. Once the labor started, she provided labor help and comfort via multiple techniques, helped deal with the hospital staff and make decisions under pressure and at rapid speed. As the labor progressed, Joanna was very resourceful, customizing her care and support to best help me and baby have a successful VBAC. All I did was to look into her eyes; they gave me the energy, power and courage I needed. Her voice kept me calm and able to power through labor; I knew she was there for me, present every second of it. Joanna helped make our VBAC birth a successful, non-traumatic and unforgettable experience. She delivered 4 babies (2 VBAC) during that week - that tells you all about her stamina, expertise and huge heart. If you can’t decide if you are a good VBAC candidate, if you are scared and feel left alone, on your own, facing all those tough decisions for you and your baby, if you want to be brave and give your baby the best chance - pick up the phone and call Joanna. We could not imagine our birth experience without her there. We are forever grateful for Joanna!!!
-Corina V.
December 19, 2021
Joanna Guzman
Brave Doula Birth Services Agency
Birth Fee: $1050 to $2600
Postpartum Rate: $35 to $75
