Testimonial for Jennifer Mendelson
We met with Jennifer after the birth of our youngest son. I had actually contacted her beforehand to be our birth doula, but she was booked for our date range. However, after she was recommended by our birth doula for postpartum care, we met with her and instantly bonded. I think she actually has the skills to bond with anyone! We are wedding photographers and took her with us to an out-of-town wedding when our baby was only 3 weeks old. The drive was long and had the potential to be awkward, but instead was totally comfortable, with chatting when we wanted to and silence when we didn't, which we very much appreciated. Our baby was totally comfortable with her, and I did not have to worry about how he was doing while I was photographing.
Doula J is an amazing listener-- empathetic and understanding. She is great at anticipating needs and making helpful suggestions (but not in a judgmental way). It really is a steal for new-Mom Therapy (and don't we all need some of that!). However, the highest praise came from our baby, who loved Jennifer. He was extremely picky and seemed to be born with separation anxiety. Only Mom or Dad would do. But as soon as Jennifer took over, he would instantly fall asleep in her cozy sling and be perfectly content until I returned to nurse him. It was such a wonderful relief to have someone I trusted and know that I did not have to worry about him overly much while I worked.
Jennifer seems to have found the perfect occupation for her, and babies agree! I recommend her to everyone I know who is having a baby!
-Priscilla Rathbone
March 18, 2013
Jennifer Mendelson
Doula Seattle
Postpartum Rate: $75
