Testimonial for Dena Gold, MSAc, MSCH, LAc, LMT, CD, CLC, SpBAP
Despite multiple doctors suggesting a low likelihood of a successful VBAC due to my pelvic shape and prior birth history, I was able to have an amazing vaginal birth all thanks to my doula, Dena. As I was in labor, Dena put me into all kinds of positions to help the baby descend into my pelvis (something the doctors and nurses NEVER assisted with during my first birth). Despite having an epidural, I could still feel the baby moving down thanks to her positioning. When it came time to push, Dena guided me, and after 37 minutes of pushing, the baby was out! I can’t tell you how many critical details Dena helped with. She taught me things I didn’t even know about (and I had done lots of personal research, online courses, etc.). She came to my house and taught me daily exercises to prepare for labor and delivery. She was there to answer all my questions during my pregnancy, and checked in on me multiple times after birth. She even gave me an acupuncture session before my due date. She also helped with breastfeeding and getting my baby to latch while initiating skin-to-skin right after giving birth. Because of this, I’ve been able to have a really wonderful breastfeeding journey with my baby (which I wasn’t able to have with my first). Dena has a wonderful and friendly energy and it was obvious that all of the doctors and nurses appreciated her help and presence in the hospital. She didn’t step on anyone’s toes and was a critical team member during the delivery. I could tell my doctor respected her and found her to be very smart and helpful. The single best thing I did for my birth was hiring Dena, and I recommend her SO strongly to anyone having a baby. I only wish I had found her before my first birth because I'm sure it wouldn’t have ended in a c-section if she had been there with me. Any time my friends get pregnant in the future, my only piece of advice to them will be to hire Dena.
-Gracie Terzian
October 24, 2023
Dena Gold, MSAc, MSCH, LAc, LMT, CD, CLC, SpBAP
Inner Nature
Birth Fee: $1000 to $3500
Postpartum Rate: $50 to $70
