Suzanne and Cari were absolutely phenomenal. Cari essentially held my hand and had the gentlest, most calming voice that encouraged me to relax and keep my noises low-toned. She also really empowered me to lean into what my body was asking for (like getting into the pool) rather than wait for some perfect moment. She reheated pool water on my stove between contractions and really chameleoned herself to the energy I was putting out, which allowed me to totally focus and relax when I could. Here’s a message I sent her shortly after birth:
“Also Cari - just wanted to say I keep telling people how amazing you were. Your calmness and prompts during contractions made everything feel so doable and I also told someone you have the perfect doula hand hold - gentle and firm so I knew someone was there but also so I wasn't trying to squeeze/add tension where I didn't need it. Genuinely could not have asked for a better experience. “
But what blew me away the most was how incredibly responsive and engaged they were in the early days after birth, quickly responding to texts, offering suggestions for questions, providing resources for problems I was having (such as lactation consultants), and connecting me with a postpartum doula on their team who was available THAT night when my husband and I desperately needed some uninterrupted sleep. They even came by my house to give me a crash course in breastfeeding while I waited for lactation consultation availability. They were my lifeline in the early days and I’m so grateful.
-Colleen
October 26, 2023
The Dedicated Doula Team
Birth Fee: $2400 to $2700