My experience having Cari as our doula was phenomenal to say the least. During our original virtual meet and greet, I knew instantly she was who I wanted to work with. Cari was the perfect combination of knowledgeable, resourceful, personal, and truly cared about my experience before, during, and after delivery. She provided wonderful resources to help me navigate building a birth plan including being mindful of any potential situations that could arise and her support to my husband was incredible. During our two in person prenatal visits, I felt heard and supported about my wishes for a trauma free birth experience and all of the other random things I hoped to happen during labor. Once I went into labor, Cari picked up the phone in the middle of the night and was ready to offer my husband and I support. She came over quickly once I started progressing and felt that I wanted more assistance and she coached us both through laboring at home. Her demeanor was calm which helped me relax and attempt to breathe through my contractions. I originally planned on delivering unmedicated at a birthing center, but my labor prolonged and I made the decision to go to the hospital and get an epidural. Cari was there every step of the way when we were admitted and helped me get into various laboring positions, cheered on my husband, and was a presence I was beyond grateful to have. I am also so thankful she is a fantastic photographer because the pictures she captured are memories I will cherish forever. Seeing the photos from the look on my husband's face as he met our daughter - truly priceless. I also opted to get my placenta encapsulated which Cari explained the process and science behind it and delivered them in person to check on my baby and see how we were both doing and recovering. Overall, I highly encourage anyone seeking a doula to connect with Cari and I know she is who I will want by my side for all my future childbirths.
-Briana
March 21, 2022
The Dedicated Doula Team
Birth Fee: $2400 to $2700