Testimonial for Maria Elena Baez-Dominguez from Carol Loukatos

Testimonial for Maria Elena Baez-Dominguez

Maria was our birth and post partum doula and I cannot recommend her highly enough. After interviewing close to 50 doulas, I decided on Maria because of her wealth of knowledge, experience and calm personality. She was also very easy to talk to and non-judgmental which was very important to me. Many people think that doulas are only important for certain type of births and I will say that Maria was knowledgeable and open to our needs and wants and took the time to explain the birth process as well as different scenarios that we may face.

During the months leading up to my birth, Maria checked on us and was always available to help guide us; from reviewing doctor visits, to baby product recommendations, exercises to help my pelvis or just ease general nervousness, Maria was always there helping us prep for the big day.

I ended up beng induced and my birth was long and arduous with some moments of pain. Maria was there the ENTIRE TIME from the minute I checked into the hospital until a few hours after birth and baby had her first feeding. She helped guide me through the numerous medical interventions to ensure I was informed, consented and comfortable. She was my rock and my advocate on this journey.. actually not only for me, but my husband as well, ensuring that she gave him gentle advice for how-to best support me while also supporting him.

Post partum, she came to my side and healed me after birth. At a time when I saw no light, she made me feel like myself again and gave me my strength back. She has been an asset to me in my journey as a new mom; helping with lactation troubleshooting, baby related questions or even my own confidence struggles and insecurities. We are so grateful for her and without hesitation recommend her for any birth or post partum needs. If you have any questions I will gladly welcome a call to personally refer her.

-Carol Loukatos

February 15, 2022