Testimonial for Meredith Matheson, ICBD, ICCE, NCS
We had an amazing birth experience (this was our first pregnancy and child), and working with Meredith was a huge reason why. I planned to give birth at a local birth center due to anxiety in medical settings, and Meredith was 100% on board with making this happen. Leading up to the birth, she shared a ton of helpful resources for many aspects of pregnancy and childbirth. She also helped set my mind at ease about some different symptoms in the weeks leading up to the big day, saving me a lot of stress. I had been worried that I'd feel uncomfortable working with a doula since I'm a fairly shy and reserved person, but Meredith was so reassuring and understanding that I felt totally comfortable working with her.
In addition, Paul and I had taken Bradley Method classes and were planning on having Paul provide a lot of support during labor - Meredith was not only directly helpful to me during labor, but supported Paul so that he could be there for me as well.
Our plan was to labor at home for as long as possible before going to the birth center, and Meredith helped us pull this off. She brought so many helpful items and pain management techniques that with her help, I never felt like birth was impossible. She helped us time contractions, offered counter pressure, and helped us figure out when we might want to head over to the birth center. She also took some photos and videos of the labor and birth for us, and it's so meaningful for us to have them.
I ended up feeling really empowered by my birth experience, and Meredith significantly contributed to that. I hope we get the chance to work with her again when we have a second child someday.
-Courtney and Paul
April 25, 2022
Meredith Matheson, ICBD, ICCE, NCS
Baby & Belly
Birth Fee: $2000
Postpartum Rate: $50 to $65
