Testimonial for Lauren Hulit Bradbury
Finding Doula Lauren was the best thing I did to prepare for delivering my baby. In my second pregnancy, with a smooth first birth, I wondered if we needed a doula. But, with something as major as giving birth, I wanted to be as prepared as possible. I’m so glad I followed my gut and found Lauren.
Lauren provided so much support in my pregnancy; I was especially sensitive about my gestational diabetes and how hard I was working to manage it. Every time I had an appointment where they warned me about baby “measuring big”, Lauren was there to remind me of all the facts supporting that my body was capable of birthing this baby. When I wanted to look into chiropractic care and other ways to prepare for labor, Lauren had recommended contacts for all. When I told Lauren about my prior trauma breastfeeding and my desire to try again, she shared incredibly helpful resources and a recommendation for a lactation consultant who was as kind and caring as she is.
Lauren had such a great structure for her prenatal visits that were informative and personalized for us, and helped us all develop a relationship together. And, she was so helpful in all my texts and calls in between.
When it came time for the big day, Lauren advocated for everything according to my birth preferences while also maintaining a great relationship with the nurses on staff. Things got intense when labor went much differently than with my first baby. I progressed so quickly, unexpectedly, and I went through an unintentionally-unmedicated birth that I never thought I could. Lauren provided the relief to get me through, and the exact words of encouragement I needed when I was afraid. She was a beacon of strength, compassion, and caring.
I cannot imagine getting through that labor without her and am so grateful to her.
-Hannah
September 07, 2023
Lauren Hulit Bradbury
The Doula Life
Birth Fee: $3000 to $3500
Postpartum Rate: $45 to $55
