Testimonial for Katie Baxter
We hired Katie for postpartum doula help after having our son in late December 2022. Our first was born in late 2020 - and both labor (failed induction turned unplanned c-section) and postpartum experiences (breastfeeding difficulties, postpartum anxiety, Covid isolation) were pretty traumatic. With our second, we wanted what we couldn't have with the first - all the help!
In particular, I wanted to work with Katie because of her knowledge and interest in breastfeeding. My first experience was not successful - for many reasons, including: lack of preparation on my part, likely an undiagnosed tongue tie, low supply, and pretty severe anxiety about how much food my kid was (or wasn't) getting. The second time around, Katie helped us to establish a feeding set up that worked for us - we worked on nursing and pumping at appropriate intervals to increase supply, getting a good latch, and various nursing positions that would help us to be successful. Katie's help allowed me to actually enjoy the feeding journey (there was nothing enjoyable about the first time), control what I could - and then let the rest go. It was a huge improvement!
As time went on and we needed less breastfeeding help, it was just such a huge relief to have Katie around to take our son for a few hours and give us a break. We knew he'd eat and sleep well in her care, and we could take a nap! We also often took our older daughter out for some special outings with mom and dad - this helped with the transition from one kid to two tremendously.
I can't recommend Katie enough. We trust her completely. She's a calming, knowledgeable, and delightful person to have around in those postpartum days. I recommend her with absolutely no reservations - she made having a newborn So. Much. Easier.
-Erin Dobozy
January 12, 2024
Birth Fee: $2300 to $2700
Postpartum Rate: $65 to $70
