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Birth Doula Testimonials
MaryLou is worth her weight in gold. Her calming influence made my natural birth experience memorable.”
— Laura C., (Mother)
Thank
you so much. I would not have made it through transition without medication
without your support.”
— Marie J., (Mother)
The
visits we spent prior to labor were very helpful and
reassuring. I felt MaryLou was very knowledgeable and comfortable
in her role, which made me feel safe & comfortable. I was able
to fulfill my goal of natural childbirth.”
— Jennifer M., (Mother)
Very
appropriate with patient. Her presence was much appreciated by the
interdisciplinary team. Very upbeat and positive. An asset!”
— Rita S., (Labor& Delivery RN)
MaryLou was a great help with a difficult delivery.”
— Rosanne G., (Nurse Midwife)
One of the best doulas I’ve seen.”
— Dr. R., (OB/GYN)
MaryLou was perfect in every way! Just wonderful.”
— Robyn W., (Mother)
A
mature, compassionate, knowledgeable woman. A jewel to
work with.”
— Elizabeth D., (Midwifery Instructor)
From the perspective of husband and father, I would without
hesitation recommend MaryLou to anyone seeking the services of a doula.
I was non-committal about the role of a doula when my wife engaged
MaryLou’s services, but I found her to be exemplary in her professionalism,
her sensitivity, and her genuine personal care. Her presence brought
special joy to the birth of our daughter.
— Shaji T., (Father)
I am so appreciative for all of MaryLou’s help.
She was my only source of support (during labor) and for that
I am extremely grateful.”
— Amy P., (Mother)
Sincere thanks for your huge help on what I remember as
the most exciting, yet stressful day of my life! I really could not
have coped without your guidance on pain-management, massage techniques
and your calming nature. I have been recommending you to everyone.”
— Sandu P., (Mother)
I literally couldn’t have done it without you MaryLou.
You set up the whole room and made it comfortable. You helped with
every single surge and you supported me though-out the whole labor
when Connor was born. I think you are the reason why I did it
drug free. You were an absolute godsend. Thank you.”
— Amanda L., (Mother)
When
my wife first suggested a doula I was a little apprehensive
- I worried that she might take over, or disrupt the intimacy of
the birthing experience. But from the moment I met MaryLou I felt
completely relaxed about working with her, and when it came to the
big day she was fantastic - we worked together to help my wife through
the labor. She is incredibly sensitive, and played a totally supportive
role to myself and my wife, as well as working in a complementary
way with the staff. My wife wanted and managed to have a natural
birth. I truly believe that without MaryLou this would not have
happened.”
— Tim W., (Father)
Postpartum Doula Testimonials
My breast-feeding increased
to 125% under her assistance, and MaryLou has excellent ownership;
she is highly efficient in so many operational items and her
responsiveness in operational skills are off the charts. She is
outstanding in her field.”
— Jeannie S., (Mother)
MaryLou was extremely efficient, very time conscious and decisive. She totally
stepped up to the plate in a time of need.”
— Amit P., (Father)
Not knowing how life was going to change from having one
child to two, it was so reassuring to have MaryLou come in and help
us all out with the transition. She was fantastic! Words can’t
describe how grateful I am for her absolutely invaluable help, support
and friendship, then and now.”
— Vasu S., (Mother)
MaryLou was unbelievably supportive. Her calming and serene approach was
so welcomed. She was the family we don’t have and our baby has only
been cared for by her and me. His welfare mattered to her as much as it did
to me. If I have another baby, I’d be asking her as soon as the
baby is conceived! She is a very genuine, loving person who I have benefitted
from enormously. A huge thank you!”
— Jen S., (Mother)
One
of the especially nice things about having MaryLou
around is her personality. It is like visiting with a friend, which
is so cool when you are at home most of the day with a newborn. She
has a lot of experience with new mothers and is very helpful with questions
about newborn and postpartum issues. I definitely want her help when I have another baby.”
— Jennifer L., (Mother)
My complete lack of maternal knowledge was matched only
by my desperation to do something about it. And it was only by complete
accident that I came across the idea of a doula. I have been told
that literally translated doula meant slave, but after meeting with my
doula, MaryLou, the words mother goddess seemed more suitable.”
— Sandi L., (Mother)
Although
she wasn’t at my birth, her appearances throughout the following
weeks and days were a godsend. She would arrive and suddenly the place would
be ordered. I felt calm. I felt supported. But above all, I had the feeling that she was there to mother me while I muddled through mothering Marisol.”
— Angela H. (Mother)
It
was my doula, with her quiet knowledge that showed me
how to be with Charlotte and take my cues from her, instead of having
my nose in a book. But most importantly, it was MaryLou who gave me
the strength to follow my own instinct instead of battling with it. Quite
simply, I cannot thank her enough.”
— Erica G., (Mother)
Twins Testimonials:
Our
doula provided invaluable advice and support both during
the early days when our twins were in the Intensive Care Unit following
their premature birth, and upon their arrival home when I felt everything
was spiraling out of control, mainly due to lack of sleep! Her calming
influence and expertise reassured me, my husband and the babies and helped
us to settle into our new family routine.”
— Stacey and Ben (Parents)
I
am a mother of twin boys. As a first time mother I was excited and
nervous at the same time. MaryLou helped
me to feel comfortable and confident with my new babies. MaryLou
was given to us as a baby shower gift. She was the best gift we
received. MaryLou helped us through many obstacles like breast-feeding, growth
spurts and sleeping patterns. MaryLou kept constant communication
with me. I was able to call her at anytime, but it seemed she always
called first. MaryLou called everyday to see how things were going and
gave wonderful advice on my concerns. MaryLou gives her expertise unconditionally.
She truly cares about her clients and their babies well being. I highly
recommend MaryLou.”
— Michelle S., (Mother)
Feel free to contact me
for more information, or visit my About
Birth Doulas and About Postpartum
Doulas pages.
