Testimonial for Rachel Stonebrook
The choice to hire a doula was by far the best investment we made for our pregnancy journey and Rachel was the best steward for our journey. My husband had no idea what a doula was but he humored me and met with Rachel. Immediately after our first introduction he said "everyone should probably hire a doula." Rachel was thorough, professional, and warm. She presented questions that helped us determine what our birth goals were instead of presenting her own opinion about a particular birth journey. When my son was firmly in breech for 3 months and my Dr. presented a c-section birth, Rachel presented available alternative options. When I chose to move forward with the c-section she firmly respected my decision, though it wasn't my original birth plan. She also reframed the entire experience and reminded me that this birth was still a birth even if it wasn't what I envisioned or planned for. In fact, it turns out that a doula will even better prepare you for a surgical birth than your medical provider will. She coached us on what to expect and how to prepare before and heal after a c-section...information my doctor didn't provide. If we hadn't had her insight, the experience would have been much scarier and shocking. Beyond the technical aspect of Rachel's offerings, she's a delightful human. She's very personable and easy to welcome into your home and your life at a time that you might feel a lot of emotions. She's quick to respond to questions in a non judgmental way and provide all the information you need. She has lived experience as a mom and has obviously attended a lot of births. If you are someone who loves to be coached and informed, Rachel is simply the best.
-Stacy Cash
June 08, 2022
Rachel Stonebrook
RadLove Doula Services
Birth Fee: $800 to $2000
