We had a wonderful experience with Amanda Hoyle as our doula. She was super helpful in getting us prepared for the birth of our son, and answering all of our questions and providing us with resources. We found our assistance invaluable leading up to my delivery, especially as a military wife who understood our situation with my husband being posted abroad.
When I went to the hospital, she was calm and was a great support person for not only me, but for my spouse as well. She helped me with different relief measures and when it came to actively labor, gave me positions to try and was invaluable during the pushing. My husband really appreciated the support and backup she provided, giving him short breaks so that he could also recharge. He never once felt that she was taking over his role or dismissing his presence, indeed he felt that she gave him a lot of tools and information, both before and during labor, to better support me.
She was a great coach throughout the whole process, and we appreciated her checking in with us after we had our baby as well. I would recommend Amanda wholeheartedly to anyone thinking about hiring a doula when having a baby.
-Jacqueline Baudouin
April 13, 2022
Anchor & Calm
Birth Fee: $2200 to $2500
Postpartum Rate: $35 to $45