Testimonial for Maria Armstrong, LCCE, CD
When doctors wrote me off that I could never give birth vaginally because of a small pelvis, I was disheartened. My first birthing experience was a traumatic one that ended up in a C-section. I remember telling my husband post surgery how much pain my body was in and that I don't want to give birth ever again!!
But when I heard about the vbac option, it gave me a ray of hope. Pregnant at 32 weeks I decided to hire a doula because I wasn't very confident of a vbac with my care provider as my pregnancy progressed.
At our first consultation Maria informed us a pelvis too small for a baby is actually incredibly rare and it's the position of the baby that matters. After our first prenatal visit, I knew I made the right choice. I felt as though a large weight was lifted off my shoulders!
Maria is incredibly knowledgeable and has access to a plethora of tools and techniques to help her clients reach their goals. She accurately educated both me and my husband on our rights during delivery in a hospital setting that made us feel comfortable enough to advocate for ourselves. My husband and I learned so much about pregnancy, labor and ways to support ourselves during this time.
I delivered my baby boy at 37 weeks, vaginally and unmedicated and it was truly a beautiful and healing experience! It was a joyful and peaceful birth and I couldn't stop myself from asking Maria how soon I can get pregnant again!!!
We really wish we had Maria with us for the birth of our first child. Thank you Maria!! I am forever grateful that we have crossed paths!
-Ida
October 17, 2022
Maria Armstrong, LCCE, CD
Agape Birth Services
Birth Fee: $2250
