Testimonial for Morgan Hayward, CD(DONA)
Since I was expecting my second child and planned to do everything “exactly the same” as with my first, I debated whether I truly needed a doula this time around… and I am so thankful that we chose to work with Morgan for this birth!
During our prenatal visit, she helped me emotionally process my older child’s birth and to reflect on what I would do the same or differently. She was so patient to really listen to all our concerns and goals even when I kept thinking of “just one more question for you.” As a parent herself, Morgan knows how to share her own birth experiences and listen to yours in a way that makes you feel seen and validated. She acknowledges that birth can be beautiful AND hard at the same time.
I didn’t get to experience Morgan’s typical labor support because I ended up needing an emergency C-section. Still, we were SO GRATEFUL to have her with us in the hospital. She provided invaluable emotional support to my husband during the procedure, and she was able to stay with me afterwards so that he could accompany our baby to the NICU. Her constant communication via text with him about how the baby and I were doing in those first hours was so reassuring for both of us during an incredibly scary time.
Morgan came really prepared with tons of resources that she had researched. She was so responsive via email and text before and after the birth and helped us with random questions that came up and with providing referrals. Anything she didn’t know offhand, she looked up for us and came back with an answer. So I felt that she provided a great mix of practical and emotional support.She is obviously so passionate about birth with a desire to continue expanding her knowledge and professional development. We would 100% recommend Morgan!
-Kate D
June 09, 2022
Birth Fee: $1500
