Testimonial for Stephanie Sauer Pasternak, CD(DONA), CLC
I knew I wanted a doula once I became pregnant and searched for someone in my area who would be a good fit. I interviewed several, but once I had a call with Stephanie, I knew she was the one! She immediately put me at ease from our first phone call, which went WELL over the allotted time we had booked and you could tell she knew her stuff. I mentioned my doctor's office and she named everyone in the practice. She said to me on that call, "you no longer google stuff, *I'M* your google." And man did she not only mean it, but she delivered! Anytime I had a question, she'd answer it promptly and thoroughly! She also made sure to check in that her answers were sufficient while ensuring they weren't adding stress with information overload. She never judged us or any of our decisions, she just made sure we had all the information to make the correct decision for our family.
When my water broke, Stephanie was the first person I spoke to about next steps and she guided me through what was to come. I am SO GRATEFUL she was there as my labor progressed as my doctor was not supportive, understanding, or listening to me and having Stephanie to advocate for me was essential to a healthy delivery for myself and our son. If she wasn't there, I'm afraid to think of what may have happened. Stephanie took photos for us and helped with latching and stayed at the hospital til well into 4am to ensure we got settled. We ended up needing to stay in the hospital for longer than expected and Stephanie helped with any questions/issues we were having while there.
Once we brought our little guy home, she came by when we were ready for her and she helped with breastfeeding and showed off her magic by putting our baby and the rest of us at ease. I still send her photos today of our little guy who she calls her family and it truly does feel that way if you go with Stephanie for your doula needs!
-Sarah U
August 31, 2023
Stephanie Sauer Pasternak, CD(DONA), CLC
Bergen Doula - Birth Doula & Lactation Counseling
Birth Fee: $1950 to $3500
