It’s hard for me describe how grateful I am to Alexis for being with me during the birth of my daughter. This is my first child and all of her recommendations were spot on. When I didn’t know what to do, having Alexis there to advocate for me and what I wanted to achieve was priceless. She walked me through every case scenario and how I would want to respond to it while my mind was clear. Then when I was giving birth, it’s true what they say.
I felt so vulnerable and it would’ve been easy to give in to what everyone else in the room wanted me to do. Even someone well meaning like my own panicked mom who hated seeing me in pain. Alexis was there to keep me motivated to achieve the birth I wanted to achieve and advocate for my wishes when I couldn’t advocate for myself. Even when plan A wasn’t possible. She knew and reminded me of my desires for plans B and C. She also kept everyone calm reminding us that this was normal and I was going to be okay. I don’t know what I would have done without her. She was strong for me and I am forever grateful. You would not regret having her at your side during birth.
As a first-time mother navigating through the pregnancy and childbirth, I couldn't have asked for a better support person. Alexis always listened to my concerns and anxieties while providing me with options for my family. I always felt empowered to make decisions because of the knowledge Alexis had during this process. I ended up having a c-section birth and my baby went to the transition unit for a few hours due to low oxygen. Hospital policy did not allow doulas in the operation room; however, Alexis came immediately after I was transitioned to post-op while my husband was with our baby.
Alexis had so much empathy for the situation and encouraged me while I was without my family. At our request, she spent time with our family once baby was in our postpartum room at the hospital and took some beautiful pictures. She even brought some delicious lactation treats! After going home with baby and husband, Alexis checked in on me often. She was able to help me navigate through my baby blues by validating my feelings and helping me realize the extreme emotions would pass. I will absolutely be asking Alexis to be at my next birth.