Testimonial for Tanya (Tatiana) Ponomar
Tatiana was a great asset all though the birthing journey for us - during final weeks of pregnancy, during the birthing process (at hospital), and postpartum.
As first time parents, we were rather clueless and Tatiana was a great coach - sharing timely guidance (based on her experience, and science backed), educating and giving us options vs necessarily pushing us towards any specific choice. She helped me feel very prepared for the birth - and was there with hands-on support during labor and delivery. Her knowledge of positions, movements, breathing, and advocacy for me with the providers in the moment, played a big role in everything going smoothly and relatively quickly.
Postpartum also, she was an indispensable resource for us - she was super approachable and ready to answer any and all questions about my recovery, baby health, breastfeeding, and anything and everything.
My husband specifically calls out that she was also available for him throughout to answer any questions and he felt very comfortable with her style of work (he was initially skeptical about the idea of having a 3rd person in the labor process)
Our top tip for any first time to-be parents is - get a doula. And if you happen to be around seattle area, I can vouch for Tatiana. Thank you, Tatiana!
-Madhu
October 16, 2023
Tanya (Tatiana) Ponomar
MyDoula
Birth Fee: $2400 to $2600
Postpartum Rate: $60
