Testimonial for Tammy Knox Sandel
I gave birth a year ago (Sept 2023). It took me a year to write this because babies are hard.
From our first meeting with Tammy, I felt at ease. She was knowledgeable during our meetings, but relaxed and approachable. She had some very interesting charts and such of childbirth.
The day I went into labor at 4am, Tammy responded right away to my "I think my water broke?" text. We remained in contact throughout the morning. As my water had broken, I eventually went to the OB's office to verify I did not simply pee myself. I thought I would be sent home because my contractions were not consistent yet. I told Tammy not to come to the hospital. She ignored me and she was right. She was in the L+D waiting room as I entered the floor.
I wanted an unmedicated birth, and I got one! I do believe that her support helped me stay focused and get through it. She did not lie to me when I begged to know how much longer, but she found ways to get me to stay in the moment.
All this to say that Tammy knows what she is doing and can be trusted in a very vulnerable and initmate event. She was present, but not in the way. She offered ideas, but allowed me to make decisions.
She really knows the role of a doula. She did not offer medical advice or try to make me choose something in particular. It very much felt like this was my experience- my choices, my preferences.
We have since moved, and I am bummed that if I have another child, Tammy will not be able to support us!
-Hannah
September 03, 2024
Birth Fee: $1200
