Testimonial for Denise Messick PCD (NAPS)
Denise is a wonderful doula and was a blessing to have as a key part of my post partum journey. She supported me and my preemie twins for several months after they came home from the NICU and I learned so much from her in a short amount of time. She is well versed in sleep tips, feeding, lactation, and many other topics with twins/babies. In addition to being a very thoughtful person toward my growth as a post partum mother, Denise was also incredibly loving and wonderful with my babies. I usually took a nap while she was here and always rested well knowing my babies were in her hands. After watching her in action I was able to learn some great ways to bottle feed two at a time as well! One of my babies had a lot of gas issues and Denise taught me tricks about how to ease it and printed out some witching hour go to cheat sheets for soothing tricks. I was also brought chicken soup, fruit, and chocolates from time to time, such a welcome treat! Additionally, Denise lent me some baby items such as a swing and bassinet, it was really helpful to not spend the extra money or need to shop and pick them up myself.
Denise does not use a contract and this worked out really well for my family as I ended up needing a lot more of her support than I originally anticipated. She was as flexible as she could be with me about adding hours here and there which I really appreciated. She believes her job is to help you "graduate" and move on when ready, and she really did give me the tools I needed to succeed before her last day with our family. I was so sad to have her leave and she will always have a special place in our heart. Thankfully, she has kindly offered to be our doula for life and encouraged me to stay in touch and reach out which I absolutely will.
-Alexsis
February 24, 2022
Denise Messick PCD (NAPS)
Devoted Heart Doula
Postpartum Rate: $45 to $65
