"How fortunate that we had someone so professional, focused and empowering along for our first pregnancy and birth. Initially I was worried about having a doula--I'd heard they could be overly aggressive when it came to supporting a natural birth above anything else--and I was looking for a happy marriage of modern medicine and natural birthing methods. To my happy relief, Suzie helped create, sustain and see this vision through.  She is 200% committed to respecting a mother's wishes and cultivating the type of birth experience that is centered around empowering couples in whichever ways *they* see fit. During the actual birth, Suzie was a wellspring of support for both me and my husband. She was a continual source of strength and comfort, helping me focus through contractions, encouraging me, and making sure my preferences were being respected by hospital staff.  I ended up having the *exact* birth we were all hoping for--and I know that some of that is pure luck--but it also had a lot to do with Suzie's excellent care and guidance." -Natalie J

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