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My husband and I couldn't be happier that we had Stacie as our doula for the birth of our first child. It was my goal from the beginning to have a natural, drug-free birth, and Stacie played a very important role in that process. We had many meetings with her throughout my pregnancy, in the comfort of our home, and she was always available for questions or just to talk. She provided us with an informational binder that covered everything we talked about at our meetings, contact info for local resources like massage therapists and chiropractors, and many other useful brochures and literature. We also had access to a wonderful assortment of books and DVDs, as well as the use of a birth ball. Thanks to Stacie, we were introduced to the amazing benefits of Placenta Encapsulation, which I wholeheartedly believe was a key component in my speedy (and happy!) postnatal recovery. We are very thankful for the belly cast that Stacie took of me, that serves as a cherished reminder of such a special time. Stacie was right there with us from the early stages of labor at home, to our trip to the birthing center, throughout the labor and delivery, and beyond. She also captured photos of each stage of labor and of our precious first moments together as a new family. Her constant, peaceful, and reassuring presence allowed me to realize my goal of a natural, drug-free birth. We feel blessed that Stacie was a part of our daughter's birth, and we look forward to working with her again in the future! ~Meredith T.
"I think I was blessed to have been brought into contact with Stacie. Here I was, about to become a first time Mom, my husband deployed with the Army and I was alone in the state. Childbirth scared me so much that I wouldn't even take childbirth classes. Having Stacie, as my doula, helped me in so many ways. She was such a support and wonderful resource of information before, during, and after the birth of my daughter. I honestly don't feel that I could have had the empowering birthing experience I did without her guidance. She calmed me when I needed it and helped me stay away from pain medication, which was very important to me. My husband was able to come home for the birth, but he wasn't too sure what he could do to help me through labor. Stacie became a support for him as well and he's commented how he really appreciated Stacie's presence. I hope to have Stacie be my doula again someday." ~Juliet D. |
