Testimonial for Jeni Dansand
My husband and I had another phenomenal experience with Jeni for the birth of our second child. Since this was my second pregnancy/birth with her as our doula, she had prior experience and knowledge and recommended specific exercises (as well as chiropractic care) earlier in my pregnancy. I’m confident these additional measures played a big role in my labor being much smoother and shorter this time around. She also provided amazing emotional support over text/facetime while I was in rough stretches of labor, and that support continued when she met us at the hospital. She was an readily available resource to my husband throughout his support of my labor. She was also a great stabilizing presence when, after a very sudden delivery, my daughter had to be taken to the warmer for help to breathe normally. This allowed my husband to be close to our new baby/receive information from the doctors, but allowed me continued support in post delivery and a resource to process what was happening. She stayed with us afterward, ensuring I was settled in and comfortable.
Jeni has also been a great resource in my postpartum phase. She was one of the first people I reached out to when I suspected I had postpartum depression. I felt I could be honest with her, and I trusted her recommendations to both call my doctor's office and schedule an appointment with a therapist.
Jeni places high value on informed, evidence-based decisions - which is so helpful and empowering. I feel I am much better at asking questions, and advocating for what I believe is best based on evidence (not just what “everyone does”).
My husband and I are incredibly grateful for her presence in our labor and delivery - We both cannot recommend Jeni enough as a doula!
-Amanda Hallett
June 16, 2022
Jeni Dansand
The Valley Doula
Birth Fee: $500 to $1500
Postpartum Rate: $20 to $25
