Testimonial for Luci Gimenes
The moment I found out I was pregnant for the second time, I made sure to contact Luci to make sure she was available. Her experience, knowledge and support was invaluable before, during and after my first son's birth; and I knew I wanted to have the same amount of support this time again.
Luci has such a kind, motherly presence to her, and knowing that she was there to support me through it all honestly made me feel comforted. As soon as my water broke, my birth escalated very quickly, just as Luci mentioned could happen. Both Luci and my Midwife acted very quickly to our change of plans to get me to a hospital in a timely manner, and with the short amount of notice Luci made it in time to my hospital room as I was getting ready to push.
Before she arrived, I felt very disoriented and confused with the direction provided by the hospital team (they were amazing though, don't get me wrong!) but as soon as Luci came by my side and talked me through the pushing stage, I felt so much more in control and calm, and much more equipped to take better direction on how to effectively push. I was able to have a beautiful birth with very minimal tearing. I believe I have Luci and my midwife to thank for that.
Postpartum support is incredible with Luci. It's so helpful to have someone check up on me everyday with my breastfeeding progress and to really get into the details on where I can improve and how to effectively manage my specific challenges and concerns. In my case, I was trying to navigate breastfeeding with severe engorgement. Even when I wasn't sure what I needed improvement on, she was able to watch how I breastfed and still provide me with a wealth of detailed feedback on areas I could pay attention to better.
I highly recommend hiring Luci as your doula, she is really one of the best doulas and lactation consultants out there and you will be so grateful that you did!
-Rachael Cheung
June 20, 2022
Luci Gimenes
Doula and Lactation Consultant
Birth Fee: $1600 to $1750
