Testimonial for Dawn Batson
Dawn was fantastic from start to finish. From our first phone call, we could tell that she was an exceptionally good listener, who heard what we were looking for and was able to meet us there. She is calm, kind and knowledgeable.
She paces out clients responsibly enough so that we never had to worry whether or not she would have time for us when labor came (and our son was 10 days early) and if she were sick or couldn’t be there, she knows all her backup doulas very well and is even starting a collective with them!
In the lead up to the birth, Dawn was there to offer any advice we needed, and she gave us extensive instruction on the different ways the day might go. When the birth finally came, we had a number of unexpected scenarios, and Dawn was able to offer an informed perspective on what to expect, as well as what to push for and against at the hospital. She ultimately helped us make a very difficult decision, and if she hadn’t been there, we firmly believe we’d still be debating whether it was the correct one. But she was there, and while it wasn’t in our initial birth plan, we were happy with the choices made, and we now have a healthy baby boy.
In the post-partum period, Dawn was always there to answer questions and offer support. She once again gave well-rounded advice on what to expect, as well as practical tips on dealing with a newborn.
We really can’t recommend Dawn enough. We’ve had friends who have had questionable-to-bad experiences with their doula, and that seems like it would be a nightmare in the very moment when you need the most support. When we have another child, we will be hiring Dawn again. For us, she was an ultimately indispensable and crucial part of the birthing process.
-Kay and Andy
April 21, 2024
Dawn Batson
Doulas do Love
Birth Fee: $3250 to $4250
Postpartum Rate: $50 to $60
