Testimonial for Lydia-Carlie Tilus
We were fortunate to have had the expertise and support of Lydia-Carlie throughout our birth journey, and I cannot express enough gratitude for her help. During the prenatal period, Lydia-Carlie provided invaluable information and guidance, offering a comprehensive understanding (at a good altitude of information — not too much, not too little) of what to expect during childbirth and suggesting various laboring techniques. I used the labor techniques while laboring at home and believe it was more comfortable than it would have been without her tips. She also seemed highly supportive of varied choices during birth, and didn’t make me feel judged at all for wanting a medicated birth. When the time came, Lydia-Carlie was a calming and very helpful presence during labor and delivery. Her use of aromatherapy and breathing techniques while I was pushing made a big difference in managing my pain, and helped me regulate my efforts. One thing that made me really want to work with her while I was looking for doulas though, was that she is a massage therapist. I also have pre-existing nerve and muscle issues, and knew that during pregnancy and postpartum I’d *really* be craving body work. The (in-home!) massages from her both during and after birth was a real treat; I looked forward to these massages a lot and she was clearly really skilled as a massage therapist. (They were great massages, and this is coming from someone who gets a lot of massage.) Beyond her technical expertise, Lydia-Carlie gave me and my husband great emotional support throughout the entire process. Her calming presence and compassionate demeanor were really what we needed during such an intense and vulnerable time. I really recommend her — you’d be lucky to have her as your doula!
-Madeline
October 05, 2024
Lydia-Carlie Tilus
SageFemme Wellness
Birth Fee: $3750 to $4000
Postpartum Rate: $65 to $70
