Testimonial for Debbie Couture
I found Debbie through a recommendation from my midwife. I was a first time mom and wanted a natural birth without medication and was on the fence about if I wanted a doula to help coach time through labor. I am very grateful for the experience I had thanks to Debbie. She started with a thorough phone get-to-know-you/consult call and made herself available via text and phone before labor and also came to our house to make recommendations and go through a lot of pre-labor/prenatal information. There were also numerous emails with information on labor prep, and links to helpful videos. My labor didn't go as expected as I had to get induced and spent 5 total nights in the hospital. On the day I was in active labor, Debbie was there the whole way for me (and to help support my husband). She coached through contractions and provided counter pressure, encouragement, and anything else I needed in the moment. I truly don't think I would have made it as long as I did without an epidural without Debbie, but it ended up being the best choice for me as my labor stalled. She made sure that everything felt like it was 100% my choice. I feel like I could have been traumatized by my labor and delivery and due to some other complications, but I came out of it feeling really good about my experience and with a beautiful son. If I have a second baby, I am definitely going to call Deb again! I highly recommend her and can say you'll have a supportive coach your entire pregnancy and labor. She still checks in on me 3 months later and is still there for any support I need.
-Krysten
August 15, 2023
Debbie Couture
New Beginnings Doula Services
Birth Fee: $1200
Postpartum Rate: $35 to $40
