Testimonial for Melissa F. Haley (they/she)
Melissa is incredible. They made all the difference in my third trimester of pregnancy, in the labor and delivery of my baby, and in the fragile early days postpartum. Melissa encouraged me to ask questions, and I did! They were always ready with sound advice and helpful reading material. When I came down with Covid-19 close to my due date, they made me homemade soup with herbs from their garden and banana bread, delivering it to my home, a gesture of kindness that did much to support my recovery and ease my anxiety.
Their intelligence about birth and great empathy provided me with comfort and confidence, and empowered me to speak up for myself during the birth of my daughter, while they gently but tactfully advocated for me in moments of overwhelming exhaustion. Melissa also skillfully guided my partner to show up for me the way I needed it most during the birth. My entire family is eternally grateful to Melissa for their extraordinary presence and deep reservoir of knowledge, and we can't recommend them enough as a doula.
-Emily Schmall
July 13, 2023
Melissa F. Haley (they/she)
M.Ed., CD, CBE @wyld_garden
Birth Fee: $275 to $1800
Postpartum Rate: $35
