What are the moms saying?
 
For nine months I day-dreamed about what my first home birth would be like. My daughter, my last birth, had been with the aide of Salli Gonzalez, a doula, at the time. I was especially excited for her to be present as my midwife at this birth. I so enjoyed my prenatal visits with Salli and Amber. They were fun. Because my visits were like sitting with my best girl friends, it was so much more comfortable asking questions about my care and birth than it had ever been with either of my OBs. I remember Salli being excited about my baby’s birth and even calling to make sure she didn’t miss anything when my pregnancy went past the estimated due date. She was empathetic when I voiced my complaints about “still being pregnant” and gave me good information about my options as well as her genuine complete support of my choices. I had an awesome birth! My 9lb 5oz baby boy was born with his hand on his face making it an extra tight fit, but I would not have ever known there was any concern had I not been told. Salli never voiced any concern or panic and even Amber’s quick action did not come off as alarming to anyone. I truly have grown to love Salli as a friend and revere her as a Midwife. I hope to have her present the next time we are so blessed to be expecting. Thank you Salli, for nine months of incredible bonding and prenatal care as well as your calm and reassuring work during the birth! ~ Shara
 
 Salli Gonzalez, LM, CPM
"Having a doula present throughout my pregnancy brought me a tremendous amount of comfort. The comfort actually began several months prior to the birth of my son, Gabriel. My doula was the epitome of encouragement, support in every realm (spiritual, emotional and physical) and provided me with helpful information. My doctor and the head nurse were both supportive and enthusiastic about having a doula present at the birth. I highly recommend using a doula." -Kelly, Martindale, TX
Whether you're hoping for a natural birth or not, I recommend every woman have the support of a Doula. Having a Doula helped me accomplish the hard work of childbirth with the confidence and peace necessary to savor the experience. Knowing I was completely cared for by a woman experienced in childbirth, I was able to relax and enjoy my beautiful new baby and the miracle of birth. Women were not meant to have babies alone!"
 
Sherlyn, VBAC mom
"Salli helped me get a gentle, safe, drug-free start! Thanks, Salli!"
                           - Blaize ( 4 mos.)
 
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"I hired Salli to help me prepare my partner to be my labor support person. I was expecting a workshop...and was blown away by the personal revolution Salli sparked in my partner! He was an AWESOME and prepared partner and... as a result of Salli's focus on bonding, is the most wonderfully nurturing father!" - Laura Click here to claim your seat at our next free birthing seminar!