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Ann is like no other. What she gives to you is a centering of spirit AND a therapeutic body healing. My body and creative spirit feels re-calibrated and ready to soar.

~ Laura Nardozza

Ann has magical hands that transform my poor sore body into an oasis of physical and spiritual freedom. She has helped my husband and I with our aches and pains. She is incredibly intuitive and knows how to work out all your issues. She is a necessity in my life now.

~ Christina Benitez

I had my first massage from Ann a couple of weeks ago and it was soooo great! She just has a really good vibe. So I thought I would go for a 90-minute massage. After the session, I wished I had gone to her a month earlier for my birthday!

I'm a hardcore athlete and I've banged up my body much over the years. I used to get regular massages when I cycled, but that's been years. I try to substitute stretching for massage. Doesn't work. In fact after my massage, I was able to move my arm in a way I hadn't been able to do for a couple of years due to an injury. How's that!

Ann is a pro and I have no reservation in referring someone to her!

~ Rick Gomez

                                                                                                                                 

Ann,

Near or far you'll always be dear to our heart. Thank you for all your support with bringing our boys into this world.

Much love,

~ Reba, Matt, Kaden & Logan

Dear Ann,

Thank you so very much for all of your help with helping to bring Madeleine into the world! It was a magical and powerful experience, and even though I couldn't have imagined how the labor would progress and what it would take, I always felt reassured by your skill abilities in creating a warm and loving environment.

~ Ben, Lorraine & Madeleine

Ann,

Thank you for being with us in one of the greatest experiences of our lives. Thank you for making the pain bearable and for reminding me to stay inside....and thank you for being so gentle and considerate.

Lots of love and friendship

~ Orr, Asaf, and Shiri

Dear Ann,

I had a great natural birth experience because of your support. I still remember how to cope with my labor pain...I listened to your voice, watched your eyes, I was able to relax and listen to my body. You encouraged and guided me so I could find the path I really wanted to go. Thank you for being with me and helping Maya's birth!

Please stay being as a doula until I'm having next baby :)

~ From Luna

Dearest Ann,

We are so grateful you were there to help us bring Ava into this world. You are the best!

Love,

~ Erik, Alex & Ava


Ann,
There aren’t words for describing how great it was for you to be an active participant in our birth of Jackson. Thank you so much – You have truly found your calling!
We love you,
~ Julie, Gary & Jackson



Dear Ann,
Thank you for being present for the birth of our son Neal. We were able to have the natural childbirth that we had hoped for due to your support and encouragement. From the time you arrived at our house in the middle of the night until the actual birth you provided a grounding presence for both of us. I do not know how I could have survived the ‘back labor’ pain that I was experiencing without the physical assistance of both you and John pushing down on my sacrum during contractions. You were prepared with your accessories like those battery powered candles, aromatherapy, and soothing music, which made a huge difference in creating a more peaceful and nurturing labor and delivery room. In addition, you were professional and respectful when communicating with the hospital staff. We felt we had a supportive birthing team and you were an instrumental member. We would recommend you without reservation!
Love,
~ Kristie, John & Neal



Ann,
Thank you so much for the amazing job that you did during the labor and delivery of Amelia. We truly appreciate all of the time that you spent with us before and during labor. We can’t imagine how we would have ever done it without you. Your words of encouragement to me throughout the process were particularly meaningful. We also loved your great selection of “pushing” music.
Many Thanks,
~ Jane, Chris & Amelia



I am writing this letter to convey my birth experience, which was greatly enriched by Ann Hayman…

I work full time as a hairdresser and found myself in great pain during my last trimester. My back, feet, wrists and hands were constantly throbbing and going from a state of complete numbness to intense stinging and burning. Ann’s massage expertise helped me immensely through this agony. Her knowledge of the body and massage techniques made it possible for me to continue working…

I made the decision to go through my birth with as little interference as possible. It was important to me to welcome my daughter into the world without drugs or unnecessary cutting. I was determined to give birth naturally in a squatting or standing position in order to open my pelvis to it’s full potential. Unfortunately, I was diagnosed with severe preeclampsia. Even more disappointing, the news that I was not dilated and would need to be induced with pitocin, was not the sort of birth I had imagined for myself. Ann was by my side for every moment. She helped me to stay calm and explore all of the options with the doctors. I still chose to go with no pain medication and Ann was so supportive as she talked me through every contraction, massaging me and reassuring me. Especially when it came time to push my baby girl out, Ann was right there reminding me of my inner strength and power.

I am so grateful that the universe brought us together. I would not consider giving birth again without her.

I am more than happy to speak about my experience with Ann.
Sincerely,
~ Srutih

 

 
 
 


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