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We worked closely with Debra Woods as our birth doula over the past year, and also took several of her prenatal classes. Debra was consistently sensitive, informative, open-minded, and kind; we honestly can't praise her enough. During the birth process, Debra's presence was absolutely vital for us. She was gentle and understanding of our evolving needs over a long labour. Debra is also one of the best listeners we’ve met; she consistently heard and supported our choices, gently offered a range of options from personal experience when we asked, and gave us extra reasons to smile even in the hardest moments. The depth of Debra’s decades of hands-on experience also came through in her classes; she could contribute a helpful perspective on almost any question from a personal impression, or from the different choices taken by clients in the past. She’s also informed about many different models of care, and we especially appreciated her ability to empathize with diverse personal histories and experiences—both through the birth and in her classes—and to create an open, warm space for learning. The sincerity of Debra's personal care has also been really clear to us during her postpartum visits. We genuinely cannot recommend Debra highly enough, both as a doula and instructor.
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The Doulas of Vancouver are a wonderful and committed crew who have helped me feel empowered and excited for my pregnancy and childbirth experience. Their expertise and educational resources are outstanding and informative, and they also cater to those who care for a non-allopathic alternative. Thank you, from the depths of my heart!
The classes were great, and we appreciated Deborah's teaching style. During the birth, however, we found her grumpy, condescending and rude to the point I almost asked her to leave. It put a negative spin on the birth.
Debra cared for our newborn allowing us to get a few moments of rest during those overwhelming first weeks and perhaps more importantly was able to help build our confidence as new parents with her wealth of experience and knowledge. I also enjoyed her no-nonsense attitude, caring, fun conversation and most of all, the way she interacted with our baby. Childcare never seemed like a burden for her, she truly enjoyed spending time rocking, talking, and singing to our son. We are so grateful to have had Debra's support during these first few weeks of parenthood and highly recommend her postpartum services.
Debra is a great wealth of information and experience. She knows the research and can give you a good deal of information you may not get from your medical staff/midwives. She was there for us during our pregnancy, delivery (even though it turned into a c section) and after. I also did the encapsulation. When your over tired and emotional, Debra is an indispensable resource and nurturing person to talk to
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