Testimonial for Emily Cohen-Moreira
I was so lucky to have found Emily during the last trimester of my first pregnancy. She was incredibly warm and open with me right from the very beginning and I knew that we would be a good fit after just one conversation over the phone. As a 45-year old, I was petrified of what labor and delivery would be like and how I would get through it. I knew I wanted to try for a vaginal delivery, but I had heard horror stories from so many other women that I didn't think it would be possible at my age. Enter Emily, who spent hours on my couch patiently walking me through every scenario that could come about in the hospital or at home. She answered every one of my questions and was unbelievably knowledgeable about both the functional/therapeutic side of things as well as the medical aspect of my hospital stay. Within a few visits I had an action plan, exercises to practice, and most importantly a sense of confidence that things would be OK.
Fast forward to the day of my delivery; Emily arrived at the hospital while I was still actively dilating. She immediately got me going with massages and exercises that I truly believe helped get me to full dilation within hours of her arrival. She served as my advocate, regularly checking in to see if I needed anything and if I was comfortable with what was going on. When it came time to start pushing, Emily was the strongest voice in the room cheering me on and at a critical point, suggesting some postures that proved to be critical in moving the baby along and allowing me to have a vaginal delivery. In the weeks that followed the birth of my son, Emily shifted her role to lactation consultant. Interestingly, when I continued to have post-partum issues, Emily was able to figure out what was going on 2 weeks prior to the doctors reaching the same diagnosis.
I have absolutely no reservations in recommending this incredibly warm, supportive, and intelligent doula to anyone in need.
-Shirley
June 17, 2023
Emily Cohen-Moreira
Practical Birth and Breastfeeding
Birth Fee: $2250 to $4750
