Testimonial for Shelly Paskowitz
As first-time parents living in an area without friends and family to connect with in our pregnancy, my partner and I wanted to attempt an unmedicated birth, but were nervous in navigating expectations for what the hospital and midwifery experience would look like, especially if there were unexpected changes to our “plan” along the way. We wanted to have a personal and intimate experience while someone who truly felt like they knew us advocated for our hopes while we stayed in the moment. When I say that we could not have asked for a better person to help guide us in our journey and was there for us every step of the way, it’s a grave understatement to what Shelly’s presence meant. She was always available to proactively provide information, answer questions, tend to a late-night emergency we experienced in the second trimester, make us feel heard in our opinions, and completely validate us in our feelings along the way. At the onset of early labor, we surrendered to Shelly’s calm demeanor and she executed her role perfectly in arriving at our home in a quick manner, staying by my side as I labored in the tub, and helping me work through my pressure waves while getting dressed and heading to the hospital while assuring my partner of all that was happening in the process and making sure his needs were met and concerns heard. Thanks to Shelly’s all-around support and the confidence we built in our relationship along the way, we were able to execute an entirely unmedicated birth after only being in the hospital for 1.5 hours. Shelly is a true professional, passionate about her role, and so well-regarded in the community. She was 110% the confidant we needed and believe that we would not have had such a positive birth without her helping hand. Thank you, Shelly, for all that you do and for making such a huge impact on our lives.
-Dominika Barnas
July 30, 2023
Birth Fee: $1600
