Testimonial for Melanie Conn (MM, CPD, PD, TBH ADHD)

After we chose to work with Melanie, we were comforted to learn that she has a great reputation in Richmond - with midwives at VCU and recently pregnant folks in our circles. Through our first few meetings, it felt like Melanie really heard our hopes and concerns for pregnancy and birth. 

[Lori] When I was 41w pregnant and annoyed, Melanie checked in and knew exactly how to be a comforting and supportive voice. We learned that my amniotic fluid was low, and Melanie texted us questions to ask so we could fully understand the situation. She arrived shortly after we were admitted for induction and held my hand as I got a difficult IV placement. She decorated the room with colorful lights and left us with impeccable vibes for the night. She returned at the perfect time the following day, just as my water was breaking and labor intensified. Melanie and my husband gave a team effort to make me feel fully supported (and even pampered) during labor. Her attention through pregnancy, labor, and post-partum was exactly the support I needed, especially as a first-time parent.

[Cale]  Melanie was on call and arrived as soon as we needed her. It's really disorienting to be in a room of calm medical professionals while experiencing what we perceive to be an extremely intense emergency, and Melanie helped bridge the gap between us and the hospital staff. She showed us what was normal and expected when we weren't getting immediate attention from the medical team. Melanie helped guide me to be a supportive birth partner through the most challenging times of labor, and if I felt lost, she showed me ways I could be helpful. I'm deeply grateful for my experience. Looking back, it's hard to imagine going through this without a doula, and I'm so glad Melanie was on our team. 

-Lori & Cale

September 23, 2023

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Birth Fee: $1400 to $1700

Postpartum Rate: $40 to $45

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Updated 11/7/2024

Birth Fee: $1400 to $1700

Postpartum Rate: $40 to $45

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Updated 11/7/2024

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