Testimonial for Amber Matteson
My husband and I hired Amber for a few reasons. We weren't necessarily concerned about advocacy because my husband is NOT afraid to speak up, but as first time parents, we didn't really know what to be advocating FOR. We'd also both recently lost our moms and so I sought out a doula to help fill in what we couldn't get from our moms, knowledge, experience, and support. Amber was all of that. She helped us be informed of all of our options as we created our birth plan, and she was always available for a call or a text. She was super responsive and easy to get along with. We felt like we could laugh and joke with her but also knew she would take things seriously when that was needed. She had been part of several births at Beth Israel in Plymouth so she was familiar with the layout and the procedures there, which was helpful to us because we couldn't tour due to COVID-19.
My labor began early and went so quickly that we weren't sure Amber was going to make it, but when she did, we sighed a huge breath of relief to have her there. Having her squeeze my hand in reassurance for the rest of my labor really helped me get through it and the support and advice she's given me since my son was born has been invaluable. I would definitely recommend her to others search for a doula!
-Diana
April 19, 2022
Amber Matteson
Intimate Connections Doula & Perinatal Services
Birth Fee: $0 to $2500
Postpartum Rate: $40 to $55
