I had the best experience! On deciding on a natural birth this third time around I was nervous to not be getting an epidural like I did my two previous births. The reason being was that as soon as the epidural wore off on my previous births I was left with 6 months of back pain :(I met with the Doula sisters twice before giving birth and these women were gifts from God. We practiced different birthing positions and pressure points as well as breathing techniques. When I went into labor Amanda arrived within an hour and I instantly started the techniques we practiced. In the midst of my pain I heard my husband and my doula’s voice. They were my slow and steady rythum to breathe and stay focused. My doula was calm, encouraging and never doubted in me. Her confidence in me to embrace the pain helped me keep going. I am truly thankful to Jesus and to my husband and my new found friend, my doula who brought me peace in my room. Thank you Amanda and Angela, I couldn’t have done it without you! Much Love, Leslie M.