Megan:
“Working with Nahid for my postpartum period with my second baby was the absolute best decision that I could have made. Nahid is incredible at her work, and seemed to always know just what I needed. She is flexible, yet firm, and helped support and validate my own need for rest in such a vulnerable time. She went above and beyond in caring for me during a somewhat scary mastitis episode, and taught me and my family how to care for my little one in ways I thought I would have mastered. If you’re reading this, this is your sign to work with Nahid! Truly, I wish every postpartum person had a Nahid and I’m only slightly exaggerating when I say that want to have another baby just for her care!”
Allie:
“I wish every new mother could be cared for by Nahid. The first couple weeks at home can be both physically and emotionally overwhelming and challenging so it was so necessary to be given the proper space and attention to heal. I can’t imagine recovering without her guidance, support, and healing treatments. I cannot recommend her highly enough!”
Annie:
“I would definitely recommend working with Nahid. I had the pleasure of working with her during my first delivery in 2020 and had such a great experience that I reached out to her for my second delivery this past October in 2022. Nahid is really knowledgeable and confident at what she does. She also is very kind and has a calm demeanor which is really helpful during a time of high stress and out of control hormones. If you’re on the fence regarding a postpartum doula, this is your sign to go for it if you can, especially with Nahid! She takes care of her clients and ensures that moms get their well deserved “me” time that includes a lot of healing and relaxation. With the nutritious, warm foods and snacks that she prepares and the relaxing baths and body massage, I could see and feel the difference in myself. I felt more energized and less overwhelmed. I was also happy to have time carved out for me where I could focus on my healing. I credit Nahid a lot for helping my postpartum recovery go smoothly and would certainly work with her again and recommend her to my friends.”
Sarah:
A friend recommended me to Nahid and I didn’t know what I was in for! She’s a true healer. She came every other day for 2 weeks after we got home from the hospital and since it was my first baby, I didn’t know what to expect once you got home. All I can say is if I get pregnant again she’s the first person I’m calling to get on her calendar. Her techniques and treatments made me feel back to “normal” after 2 weeks and the food she makes is so nourishing and just what the body needs (for recovery, hormone regulation, breastfeeding, etc!). The treatments were so relaxing and healing it made me feel like a new person. I owe my quick healing and ability to bounce back physically and emotionally to her.“
Lane:
I hired Nahid as a postpartum doula and she was amazing! I was looking for a doula who could help me rest and recover after delivery and Nahid exceeded expectations. She cooked amazing healing foods, made special teas and gave me advice and nourishment to help with breastmilk supply. The body work was amazing and so relaxing! I would definitely hire Nahid again and will refer her to all of my friends and family!”
Francheska:
Nahid is a true traditional postpartum doula and her service package for new mothers will make the difference. She is an excellent cook and very knowledgable about healing purposes of ingredients. Also she went above and beyond to help during an acute situation when I was in need. She provides the only care that really matters during a postpartum period. The baths, the steam, the binding and most of all the food made me feel well taken care of and gave me the strength to enjoy bonding with my baby and an overall blissful postpartum period.”
Kate:
“In April 2021 I had my 3rd home birth to my 3rd son. This was also the first time that I hired Nahid – I was looking for the best way to heal my body during postpartum (4th trimester) and I truly believe that she aided me in that. Nahid made beautiful, nourishing foods that allowed me to heal; she set up steam and ran (very) hot baths with her herbs that allowed me to sweat off all the toxins; and my favorite part were her massages – your body goes through so much trauma bringing a life into the world and to have someone come into your home and do body work with you is an exceptional treat. I would certainly hire Nahid again should I ever be in need.”
Laila:
A week after my due date I was given the option to induce or have a c-section. Nahid, made sure that she reminded me of my goals but also reminded me she would stuck by me no matter what decision I’d make. I ended up with a c-section and even though she was unable to be present in the operating room she was present as i came out of the operating room with a sweet little teddy bear for our little girl and a big smile! Following my c-section she scheduled 2 days off post-partum care which i believe to have been the most beneficial party if having a Doula! She taught my mother in law and my husband how to care for me. Most importantly, she really focused on my understanding of the importance of my own healing for my milk supply and baby. … Nahid was fantastic I’d recommend her to anyone in a heartbeat!!! “
Christie:
Her routine made me feel like a queen (herbal tub soak, followed by bodywork, followed by belly wrapping) and like we were truly honoring this moment of passage. It gave me time to rest, relax, meditate, and helped me feel my very best every step of the way. I am also a postpartum doula specializing in holistic treatments, and I searched the city far and wide for someone who could provide services similar to my own. I consider myself so fortunate to have found Nahid, and she was the only doula I ended up considering. Her background, warmth and experience with processing transitions make her uniquely suited to her work. “
Emeline:
I feel very lucky to have had Nahid’s support during and after my pregnancy. I hardly knew anything about doulas, or birthwork, before I was pregnant, but connected with Nahid on the recommendation of a friend about six months in. She came to our house for a consultation and explained her process and approach and priorities, and what labor looks like for her and us. Even in that first meeting alone she helped me to wrap my head around the birthing process (it was my first pregnancy) and to feel empowered about my options. In following meetings, she provided invaluable support and exercises to prepare us emotionally and physically for birth. She is so warm, compassionate, patient, and present, and very knowledgeable about birth, nutrition, and the body, not to mention the various hospitals and birthing centers in the Chicagoland area. I felt wonderfully prepared for labor by the time it came, and then recovered quickly, thanks in large part to Nahid. (Also, she introduced me to Tai Chi, which she studies/teaches, and I will be forever grateful for that.) “
Zahra:
I am a cancer survivor and struggle with anxiety and depression, and I was concerned that the birthing experience would be triggering and that I would be at serious risk for postpartum depression. Having Nahid support me through the labor, delivery and postpartum was so important for me to stay (mostly) sane through the whole process. Her postpartum package is completely comprehensive including healing baths, massages, and nourishing foods that promote both healing and breastfeeding. She is always there to answer a call and be a part of your village and offer gentle and sound advice, which I felt was very important at a time when I knew I would be the most vulnerable. Nahid puts her complete self into her work, she prepares the baths, she cooks, she heals your body with massages and encourages rest, which I feel make her a very uniquely committed individual. She even gave my mom rides to ensure that she was there for me when I needed her. She really cares about women and and this process, and she approaches it in a very natural way – while staying open to all my wishes and supporting each one. “
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