Testimonial for Natasha Hagen
We didn't have a doula for the birth of our son, and I'm so glad we hired Natasha for the birth of our daughter. She provided a calming presence through my wife's whole labor, and was able to keep in mind and suggest things that helped my wife labor a little more easily. She provided physical support as I provided emotional support, and then was able to provide emotional support as I stepped in to provide some physical support. She helped us feel connected with the birth process, and feel less alone in the labor and delivery suite. (Something I never knew before our son was born—when things are progressing as expected, you spend a lot of time alone, just you and your partner.)
Before labor, we met with Natasha several times—in person and virtually—to talk through all aspects of labor and delivery, including my wife's fears and emotional experience of pregnancy. Natasha had many helpful resources and always followed up with anything she promised to provide. She was also honest about things she didn't know, such a refreshing thing to hear from someone: "I don't know the answer to that, so let me do some reading and I will get back to you."
Natasha had no agenda or values she tried to push onto us. She wanted to support us and help us have the birth experience we wanted. She was calm, kind, supportive, gracious, and encouraging. She was by far the greatest asset and greatest value for this pregnancy. Those terms—asset and value—make her sound like an investment, and hiring Natasha is one of the best investments you can make for your pregnancy. But Natasha is so much more than that—she is a caring, nurturing human being who you will connect with and find your pregnancy experience enriched because of the support Natasha provides.
-Michael
May 20, 2022
Natasha Hagen
Born Strong Doula Services LLC
Birth Fee: $1000 to $1400
