"0"^^ . . . "2014-09-06T00:00:00"^^ . "1"^^ . . "5"^^ . "2"^^ . "Allyson is the BEST! I had a consultation with Allyson and I knew right away she was the midwife for me. My first delivery 5 yrs ago was at a hospital with a doctor, and although it was a natural and uncomplicated delivery I knew this time around I wanted a much more peaceful experience. I was so happy to have an hour at every appt to discuss all my concerns. Allyson always made me feel like I was in control of my pregnancy and with her help I would have the healthiest and safest delivery possible. Whenever I had lab work or ultrasounds she called me as soon as she got the results, she knows how stressful it can be to wait for results. My husband and daughter were always included in the conversations and in the measuring of the baby's size and heart rate. It made my daughter feel very special. We always left our appts feeling like we had just visited with a friend.\n\nWhen I went into labor, Allyson was at my house within 30 mins if not less. I wasn't sure how I wanted to labor, but she encouraged me to do whatever felt good to me. She showed my husband, mother and daughter how to massage my back, it was so nice to have them be part of the delivery. She was very soothing and gentle with her coaching. I wanted my husband to catch our son, but he was hesitant in fear of dropping him. Allyson walked him through it and made him feel comfortable with it. My husband caught our son and is so grateful to Allyson, he said it was the best experience he's had. I truly believe that Allyson's love and care for me and my baby (entire family) is the reason why I had the peaceful delivery I wished for. I could not ask for a better midwife, and if baby #3 comes along.....I will be calling Allyson."^^ .