I highly recommend working with MINE-R-T to help in your birthing experience. This was my second pregnancy using MINE-R-T and I couldn't have asked for a better support team! My husband and I got to work with Nicole again who understood what we hoped to achieve. We strived for a completely unmedicated natural birth where I could labor at home and let my body move through the process untainted before venturing to the hospital.
Overall, I my prayers were answered and labor was faster this time. My natural birth plan changed because, I ended up going from 2 1/2 cm to fully dilated in less than 3 hours. I ultimately experienced precipitous (rapid) labor. You see this scenario in the movies where immediately after the water breaks the women is pushing out the baby. Unfortunately, I wasn't prepared for how fast my labor progressed and wasn't expecting the need to push 10 minutes after my water broke.
Reflecting on the situation we laugh about it now but are truly thankful for Nicole. Nicole provided nothing but positive words of encouragement and upon arrival to our home she jumped into action reading my body language to determine my needs. She didn't hesitate under pressure when we finally got to the hospital and my sons head was already out. She again understood what we (spouse, mom, and baby) needed and took charge so my husband could focus on his family.
Having our doula made the events of the evening one we can look back on as a dramatic story but also one that ended positively with no unnecessary interventions. We were blessed with a healthy 8lb 5oz baby boy. Thank you Kira and Nicole for the part you played in journey. We are forever grateful!
-Ashley Green
January 05, 2022
MINE-R-T Doula Company
Birth Fee: $1500
Postpartum Rate: $45