Testimonial for Melissa Tuton, CD, BRM Certified Birth Pro
My husband and I describe Melissa as worth every penny.
Having our first child we didn’t know what to expect. I in particular was particularly anxious and stressed about giving birth. After each meeting with Melissa I felt more calm and capable to give birth. She truly leaves space for whatever birth options that you’re interested in and will support your choice (epidural vs laughing gas vs nothing, hospital vs birth center etc)
Even with some things that did not go as expected I had an amazingly positive birth experience that I don’t think I would have had without Melissa.
In labor she was an amazing second support person. I would describe it to having an older sister/mom with you who knows A LOT about birth. The intake process at the hospital was overwhelming and after my water breaking and laboring at home for 16 hours to be only 1cm dilated resulted in needing to make a lot of decisions throughout the night. If it wasn’t for Melissa’s prep before going to the hospital and her support and ability to help summarize and reflect on my options my birth experience would have likely been very different. Throughout labor she knew exactly when I was having a contraction and jumped in immediately to give counter pressure or a massage. Her presence allowed my husband to rest without me ever being self alone.
After our baby was born Melissa helped get her latched for the first time and helped protect the golden hour while I was still so dazed after giving birth. Two days after giving birth latching and breast feeding was so painful and it was so helpful to have Melissa come to my home to help support breastfeeding.
My husband always supported me in getting a doula but didn’t fully get how helpful and amazing a doula is until after our baby girl entered the world. We now both fully recommend Melissa and would readily use her services again without hesitation or question.
-Arden Keller
December 07, 2024
Melissa Tuton, CD, BRM Certified Birth Pro
Belly Blossom Doula Melissa Tuton
Birth Fee: $2500 to $2800
