Dammaria was recommended to me by a Doula friend in NY, where I'm from. I knew I wanted a BIPOC Doula to educate, advocate and support me through my pregnancy and labor. I had no idea where to start and once I came across her page, we set up an interview and my husband and I knew almost instantly that Damarria would be a part of our journey
Intially, I was set on having someone who knew and would advocate for my rights during labor. A major concern of mine was the staggering number of deaths amongst BIPOC mothers during delivery and I wanted all the support I could get for my birthing vision to be respected and adhered.
Dammaria knows her stuff! During our interview she was well versed in all the possibilities faced in a variety of settings and situations. Yet, she respected and remained opened-minded about me and my partners preferences. She articulated in detail all my options, along with pros and cons, and demonstrated no judgment to my plan.
During delivery she remained attentive, gentle, and encouraging. She also made sure to keep me on task as I adamantly requested.
In the end, my goals were met and I gained a friend. I learned so much during this process and felt heard throughout. I most certainly would recommend this service to expecting families.
-Adriana Vasquez-Teater
April 26, 2022
Divine Doula Birthing Services
Birth Fee: $2500
