Testimonial for Melissa Coleman
I cannot recommend Melissa enough. She helped make my first birth experience one I will remember and cherish - even though it was the hardest thing I have ever done! Because of her help, I have sweet memories from labor and delivery I would not otherwise have. I honestly would not have been able to complete my preference of a natural child birth without her. My husband and I stated after the fact, without Melissa, our experience would have been a disaster. Because of Melissa's coaching, we now have irreplaceable memories of leaning on one another and working together to bring our first child into the world. For clarity, we chose Melissa's "Birth Doula" package. She met with us twice before delivery to think through birth preferences, develop a birth plan, learn coping movements/exercises, and discuss post-partum care. She helped me advocate for my preferences while working with a traditional medical team (we did a natural childbirth in the hospital). My medical team thought she was amazing. She was a calm, knowledgeable presence throughout the birthing process. When my contractions stalled, she coached through different exercises to help them pick back up. She helped me stay focused to the end, even in the flurry right before the baby comes.
Another point I think worth mentioning is Melissa's kindness and compassion. I did not feel like just a client or job. Prior to my delivery window, Melissa would check in on me and ecnourage me. She did the same post-delivery. Her kindness and care brought immense comfort to me prior to but especially during labor and delivery. In the end, I would recommend Melissa every time someone wanted a doula. If my husband and I do get pregnant again, without hesitation, I would hire Melissa again. She truly made the birthing experience one of the most incredible moment(s) of my life in the best way. I can't write all the wonderful things I think, but hope this highlighted a few of the high points.
-Kaitlyn W
June 18, 2024
Melissa Coleman
Austin Birth Coach
Birth Fee: $1400
