Testimonial for Mariana Graciano CD (PALS) CPPD (NAPS)
I encourage any new parent to hire postpartum help, and if you can, work with Mari.
From the moment we virtually met with Mari, my husband and I felt the overwhelming sense of peace, warmth, and reassurance that she brought. She had such a positive impact on our family during this vulnerable and challenging period. We dealt with newborn weight loss and dehydration. I had to supplement my breastmilk and she helped us understand formula, paced bottle feeding, triple feeding, stomach capacity and proper milk amounts, and safe breastmilk handling practices. I was able to mitigate mastitis under her watchful eye of my symptoms. We've never taken care of infants, but Mari was there every step of the way to walk us through how to give a newborn bath, cord care, wake windows... the list goes on and on. I cannot imagine navigating any of that alone with no guidance.
And Mari's guidance went far beyond just baby care. She supported both of us emotionally and mentally, helping us through the challenging postpartum transition to parenthood. She also brought with her a network of contacts: recommended lactation consultants, pelvic foor therapists, pediatricians, mental health resources, etc. Mari anticipated my needs without me having to ask: food, drink, comfortable positioning in the bed/couch/glider. She helped with house chores or simply holding the baby so we could rest... Mari made everything feel more manageable. We honestly felt like we were in the best hands possible with her by our side.
We cannot recommend Mari enough. She’s a true blessing for any family welcoming a new baby, and we will be forever grateful for her presence in our lives during such a special time.
-Amy
October 11, 2024
Mariana Graciano CD (PALS) CPPD (NAPS)
Nutere Doula LLC
Birth Fee: $3500
Postpartum Rate: $70 to $75
