Testimonial for Teresa Vittorioso-Fortin C-FSD (BADT), BCCE, CLE
I really cannot say enough good things about Teresa. I was a little worried at first that, because Teresa has *so* much experience as a doula, I would blend in with all her other clients and she wouldn't really get to know me, but thankfully that worry was completely unfounded. From the start, Teresa put me at ease. She answered a million questions, was available over text when I needed to vent or needed advice, and was incredibly helpful with managing my various discomforts and pains during pregnancy (things that were "normal" but still unpleasant!).
My water broke at 34 weeks, and Teresa was already on her way to the hospital before I even understood what was going on. She helped me interpret what the doctors were saying, she comforted me (I was on the verge of a panic attack!), and she advocated for me, from getting a better hospital room to letting me know that there was a less painful way a medication could be administered, which I was then able to ask the nurses about. Everyone at Mount Auburn Hospital already knows Teresa and likes her, which seems like it shouldn't be a big deal but then actually went a long way toward everyone getting along harmoniously.
When it became obvious that this baby was coming six weeks (!) early, whether we liked it or not, Teresa did not leave my side. She was invaluable during the entire birth process (of course), but also after: when the baby came out silent and they whisked him away, before I could panic, Teresa reassured me, explained what the doctors were doing, and pointed out that we could see from their body language that they were relaxed and if they came over and said xyz we'd know everything was fine -- and they did, and everything was fine!
I love Teresa so much. My birth experience was immeasurably improved by having Teresa by my side, comforting me and advocating for me. I recommend her to everyone I know in the area and would not hesitate to work with her again!
-Jennifer
December 21, 2022
Teresa Vittorioso-Fortin C-FSD (BADT), BCCE, CLE
Entera Doula Services
Birth Fee: $1500 to $2600
