It meant a lot to my partner and I to have Mel in our corner the entire time. During labor, we kept getting new nurses and new midwifes, while Mel provided much appreciated continuity of care. The frequent bodywork while in labor helped tremendously. Bodywork is my favorite healthcare modality and I am sure I would have been in a lot more pain and stress without her healing touch. Mel is full of knowledge and experience regarding pregnancy and labor, so it was great to use her as a resource whenever something came up.

My labor was very long. Way longer than I planned it to be, but it was bearable and empowering. And I DID IT! Mel helped me so much, gave me so many great pointers such as reading birthing affirmations and listening/creating a birthing playlist to help me prepare my mind for birth. Mel durning my labor was incredible. She made me and my husband comfortable. If she wasn’t helping me through the contractions she was helping my husband, wether it was him trying to help make me comfortable or her supporting him through the process. Mel gave us so much support during our labor. She truly was our backbone.